The Alisa Childers Podcast

Was Phoebe the first female preacher? Was Junia an apostle? Can women preach, teach, or host Christian podcasts?

These questions are fueling some of the biggest debates in evangelicalism today.
In this episode, Denny Burk joins me to separate biblical complementarianism from the caricatures.

We tackle the Al Mohler controversy, the real meaning of 1 Timothy 2, whether Phoebe preached Romans, whether Junia was an apostle, and how Christians should think about women in ministry without going beyond—or falling short of—what Scripture teaches.

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Equipping Christians to live out their faith with courage, conviction, and compassion - tackling today's cultural challenges through a distinctly biblical lens.
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Is Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin a reliable guide for learning how to study the Bible?

With more than 250,000 copies sold, Women of the Word has become one of the most widely recommended books on Bible study for Christian women. But does it offer a biblically sound approach to interpreting Scripture?

In this episode, I take an in-depth look at Jen Wilkin's bestselling book, examining its central claims, evaluating its approach to hermeneutics, and comparing its teaching with biblical principles for handling God's Word.

Along the way, we'll discuss:

Why it's important to ask what a passage meant before asking what it means for us.
The relationship between the mind, the heart, and spiritual transformation.
Common mistakes Christians make when studying the Bible.
Why context matters—and why Scripture must interpret Scripture.
The difference between description and prescription in biblical narratives.
How our view of the Bible shapes the way we read it.
Practical principles that can help you grow in biblical literacy.

I'll also share several of my own Bible study tips, recommend additional resources for going deeper, and explain why sound Bible study matters for every Christian.

Whether you're just beginning to study the Bible or you've been reading it for years, this episode will challenge you to think more carefully about how we approach God's Word.

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FOUNDATION WORLDVIEW
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To help in your study of the Bible: www.logos.com/alisa

To Purchase the new CD, “Beauty from the Ash”, go to www.alisachilders.com/music
There you can get the CD, backing tracks, string charts, rhythm charts and stems.

Support us on Patreon:  www.patreon.com/alisachilders

To order “Another Gospel”:  www.alisachilders.com/another-gospel/
To order “Live Your Truth":  www.alisachilders.com/live-your-truth-and-other-lies/
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What do you do when you pray for healing...and God says yes? What do you do when He says not yet—or not in the way you hoped?

In this episode, I sit down with Corley Spell, co-founder of Good Ranchers, to hear the remarkable story of her battle with melanoma. Diagnosed while pregnant with her fourth child, pressured to abort her baby, and later facing a life-threatening recurrence that left her bedridden, Corley shares how God met her in the darkest moments of her journey.

Together, we wrestle with some of the hardest questions Christians ask:

Does God still perform miracles today?
Why does God heal some people but not others?
Should Christians pray for physical healing?
How do we trust God when the answer isn't what we hoped for?
What does it look like to surrender completely to God's will while still believing Him for a miracle?

This is not a formula for healing or a blueprint for medical decisions. Every cancer journey is different, and Corley repeatedly encourages listeners to work closely with qualified medical professionals and seek the Lord's wisdom for their own circumstances.

Whether you're walking through cancer yourself, caring for someone who is, or simply wrestling with questions about suffering, faith, and God's sovereignty, I hope this conversation encourages you to trust the Lord—whatever His answer may be.

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RANGE LEATHER
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To help in your study of the Bible: www.logos.com/alisa

To Purchase the new CD, “Beauty from the Ash”, go to www.alisachilders.com/music
There you can get the CD, backing tracks, string charts, rhythm charts and stems.

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/alisachilders

To order “Another Gospel”: www.alisachilders.com/another-gospel/
To order “Live Your Truth": www.alisachilders.com/live-your-truth-and-other-lies/
To order “The Deconstruction of Christianity”: https://alisachilders.com/the-deconstruction-of-christianity/

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AI is already shaping the way we search, learn, create, and even think. The question isn't whether Christians should engage with AI, it's how.

In this conversation, Alisa sits down with Ryan Pauly to wrestle with questions like: Can AI think? Does it have a mind—or does it just process information? Why does it so confidently get things wrong? And how can Christians avoid letting technology shape their worldview instead of allowing Scripture to shape the way they use technology?

They discuss:
Why AI is never truly "neutral"
The crucial difference between a mind and a machine
How technology quietly forms our habits and worldview
AI's tendency to hallucinate—and why that matters
Biblical principles for stewarding AI without becoming mastered by it
Practical ways to use AI while protecting wisdom, discernment, and human flourishing

Whether you're enthusiastic about AI or deeply skeptical, this conversation will help you think biblically about one of the most influential technologies of our time.

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This video is sponsored by:

SEVEN WEEKS COFFEE
Taste the Coffee that is Saving Lives.
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Use my code: ALISA

AMBASSADORS FOR BIBLICAL JUSTICE
Equipping Christians to live out their faith with courage, conviction, and compassion - tackling today's cultural challenges through a distinctly biblical lens.
Go to www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/ambassador  for more information.
Mention Alisa’s podcast on your application for 15% off your tuition.

FOUNDATION WORLDVIEW
Foundation Worldview creates curriculum series that will empower your child to think
Biblically in a deceptive world. 
Go to www.foundationworldview.com for more information.
Use my code: ALISA

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Booking: www.alisachilders.com/booking

To help in your study of the Bible: www.logos.com/alisa

To Purchase the new CD, “Beauty from the Ash”, go to www.alisachilders.com/music
There you can get the CD, backing tracks, string charts, rhythm charts and stems.

Support us on Patreon:  www.patreon.com/alisachilders

To order “Another Gospel”:  www.alisachilders.com/another-gospel/
To order “Live Your Truth":  www.alisachilders.com/live-your-truth-and-other-lies/
To order “The Deconstruction of Christianity”: https://alisachilders.com/the-deconstruction-of-christianity/

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What if the biggest threat behind today's alien obsession isn't extraterrestrial at all?

Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day has people asking questions about God, creation, and whether discovering intelligent life would shatter the Christian worldview. But would it?
In this episode, I review the film, respond to its biggest theological claims, explore what the Bible actually says about extraterrestrial life, and explain why the existence of aliens wouldn't undermine Christianity.

Then, former occultist Jac Marino joins me to share her chilling story of what she once believed were alien encounters, including abduction experiences, channeling, and supernatural phenomena. Today, she believes those experiences were real, but not extraterrestrial.

Could the modern fascination with UFOs and "the grays" be pointing to something far more spiritual? Join us as we separate biblical truth from speculation and examine one of today's most intriguing—and controversial—subjects.

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This video is sponsored by:

WE HEART NUTRITION
From Our Family to Yours, Whole Supplements for Every Age and Stage.
Go to http://www.weheartnutrition.com for more information.
Use my code: ALISA

RANGE LEATHER
American-Made Craftsmanship from Wyoming
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Use my code: ALISA

GOOD RANCHERS
American Meat Delivered
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Use my code: ALISA

FOUNDATION WORLDVIEW
Foundation Worldview creates curriculum series that will empower your child to think
Biblically in a deceptive world. 
Go to www.foundationworldview.com for more information.
Use my code: ALISA

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Booking: www.alisachilders.com/booking

To help in your study of the Bible: www.logos.com/alisa

To Purchase the new CD, “Beauty from the Ash”, go to www.alisachilders.com/music
There you can get the CD, backing tracks, string charts, rhythm charts and stems.

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/alisachilders

To order “Another Gospel”: www.alisachilders.com/another-gospel/
To order “Live Your Truth": www.alisachilders.com/live-your-truth-and-other-lies/
To order “The Deconstruction of Christianity”: https://alisachilders.com/the-deconstruction-of-christianity/

Potential Sponsors: https://alisachilders.com/sponsor-request-form/