The Rev Rx Podcast | Conversations On What Matters Most

What if Jesus really is who He claimed to be?

Our culture is comfortable describing Jesus as a wise teacher, a moral example, a life coach, or an affirming spiritual guide. But those versions of Jesus leave out something essential: Jesus claimed to be far more than a good man with helpful advice.

In this episode of The Rev Rx Podcast, Chad talks with author, attorney, professor, and apologist Lindsey Medenwaldt about her new book, What If Jesus Is Right? Examining Jesus’ Claims About Himself in a World of Falsehoods, coauthored with Douglas Groothuis.

Together, they explore the false versions of Jesus promoted by modern culture, why calling Him “just a good teacher” does not adequately account for His claims, and what Jesus said about His own identity. Lindsey also addresses the growing temptation to create an AI-generated or personalized Jesus who simply tells us what we want to hear.

They also discuss why every Christian testimony matters, how biblical illiteracy makes us vulnerable to false ideas, and why knowing the real Jesus should lead to more than intellectual agreement—it should transform the way we live.

Because if Jesus is right, He cannot simply be added to the life we have already chosen. He must become Lord of it.

In this conversation:
• Why a quiet testimony is still a powerful story of God’s grace
• The danger of reducing Jesus to a moral teacher
• Why “AI Jesus” can become Jesus created in our own image
• What Jesus’ “I am” statements reveal about His identity
• Why Christians need to know Scripture for themselves
• The difference between knowing about Jesus and surrendering to Him
• How belief in the real Jesus should change our love, hope, humility, and daily lives

Connect with Lindsey and preorder What If Jesus Is Right? through the link here: https://lindseymedenwaldt.com/

The Rev Rx Podcast: Conversations about what matters most.

Check out Episode 93 with Lindsey's husband Jay Medenwaldt here:
https://www.manalivecoaching.com/podcast/episode/e991e92e/episode-93-faith-isnt-blind-why-believing-in-god-makes-sense-with-dr-jay-medenwaldt

Can we actually trust the Bible?

What about the contradictions critics point out? Were the Gospels written too late? Did the Gospel writers disagree with each other? And does any of that affect our faith?

In this episode of the RevRx Podcast, Chad sits down with renowned New Testament scholar and Christian apologist Dr. Mike Licona to tackle one of Christianity’s biggest questions.

Drawing from decades of historical research, doctoral work, and debates with leading skeptics—including Bart Ehrman—Dr. Licona explains why thoughtful investigation has actually strengthened his confidence in Scripture.

Rather than avoiding difficult questions, this conversation demonstrates why Christians don’t have to fear them.
In this episode you’ll learn:
Why doubt isn’t the enemy of faith
Can we really trust the Gospels?
What “God-breathed” Scripture actually means
How historians evaluate ancient documents
Why Gospel differences don’t automatically equal contradictions
How ancient biography helps explain the Gospel accounts
Why the resurrection remains the foundation of Christianity
Practical reasons you can have confidence in your Bible
Whether you’ve wrestled with questions yourself or want to better answer your children’s questions someday, this conversation will equip and encourage you.
Connect with Dr. Mike Licona
Website - https://www.risenjesus.com/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MikeLiconaOfficial/videos
Books: - https://www.risenjesus.com/booksJesus, Contradicted
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What happens when a culture that preaches tolerance decides someone is no longer worthy of being heard, respected, or restored?

In this episode of The RevRx Podcast, Chad sits down with Christian apologist Alycia Wood to examine cancel culture through the lens of the gospel.

Cancel culture does more than confront wrongdoing. It often labels people by the worst thing they have ever done and leaves little room for repentance, forgiveness, growth, or redemption.

But Jesus offers a radically different way.
He never ignored sin—but He also never discarded people.

Chad and Alycia discuss why we are often quick to demand justice for others while wanting grace for ourselves, how pride causes us to magnify someone else’s failures while minimizing our own, and why comparing ourselves to Jesus changes the way we see both our sin and the sins of others.

Alycia also shares the powerful illustration of kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with precious metals. Where others might see something shattered and worthless, the artist sees something that can still be restored and made beautiful.

That is the hope of the gospel.

Our brokenness does not have to be the end of our story. In Christ, we are not permanently defined by our failures. We can repent, receive forgiveness, and become new.

In this conversation:
• What cancel culture is and how it developed
• Why public shaming can feel satisfying
• The difference between accountability and cancellation
• Why Christians want grace for themselves but justice for others
• How Jesus responded to sinful and broken people
• Why forgiveness does not eliminate consequences
• How social media encourages people to pile on
• The biblical stories of David, Peter, and Paul
• Why your worst decision does not have to become your identity
• How Christians can model a better way in the digital world
• The beauty of redemption and transformation through Christ

Alycia Wood is a Christian apologist with Apologetics, Inc. She has spent more than a decade in full-time apologetics ministry, speaking on Christianity, culture, identity, and difficult questions of faith. She is also the host of the Hey Alycia! podcast, where she responds to questions and objections about Christianity.

Learn more about Alycia and Apologetics, Inc.:
https://apologetics.org/alycia-wood/

Listen to Hey Alycia!:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-alycia/id1788963907

Parenting can bring out parts of us we didn’t even know were there.
One minute, everything seems fine. The next, the kids are arguing, nobody is listening, you’re running late—and you hear yourself yelling again.

Then comes the guilt: “This isn’t the parent I want to be.”

In this episode of The Rev Rx Podcast, Chad sits down with Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, for a practical and honest conversation about moving from reactive parenting to calm, connected leadership.

Kirk’s work grew out of his experience raising a strong-willed son. After trying the fear-and-intimidation approach he had learned growing up, Kirk realized something important: the only person he could truly control was himself.

That realization changed his family—and eventually led him to work with 1,500 strong-willed and neurodivergent children in his own home.
Kirk explains why a parent’s anxiety is often the greatest source of tension in the home and how changing your posture, tone, and response can completely shift a difficult moment. He also shares a surprisingly simple strategy: instead of marching into the room and taking control, sit down, observe, and become curious about what is really happening.

Chad and Kirk also explore the connection between our view of God as Father and the way we parent. They discuss patience and self-control as fruit of the Spirit, the danger of sacrificing long-term relationships for short-term compliance, and why our mistakes can become some of our most powerful teaching moments.

In this episode:
• Why trying to control your child often backfires
• How parental anxiety escalates conflict
• The difference between reacting and responding
• Why strong-willed and neurodivergent children often respond differently to traditional discipline
• How your posture and tone can deescalate a tense situation
• Why discipline should teach rather than simply punish
• How to address the root of a child’s behavior
• Choosing long-term relationship over short-term compliance
• What Jesus can teach us about compassion, correction, and connection
• How apologizing to your children models humility
• A practical strategy parents can begin using today

Kirk’s challenge is simple: the next time you enter a tense situation, sit down. Don’t immediately lecture, threaten, or try to fix everything. Observe, become curious, and ask what your child may need to learn in that moment.

You don’t have to become a perfect parent overnight. With humility, grace, and the help of the Holy Spirit, you can begin becoming the parent you want to be.

Learn more from Kirk Martin:
Celebrate Calm: https://celebratecalm.com
Calm Parenting Podcast: https://celebratecalm.com/podcasts/

🎙️ How to Reach Your God-Given Potential (Even When Others Doubt You) | Rennie Curran
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your circumstances—but the story you've been believing about yourself?

This week on the RevRx Podcast, Chad sits down with former University of Georgia All-American linebacker, NFL veteran, keynote speaker, executive coach, and author Rennie Curran for a conversation about identity, purpose, resilience, and reaching your God-given potential.

Rennie's story is far bigger than football.

Raised by Liberian immigrant parents who modeled faith, sacrifice, and generosity, Rennie overcame doubts about his size, excelled at the highest levels of college football, played professionally, and eventually discovered that football was simply the platform God used to prepare him for a greater calling.

Together, Chad and Rennie discuss how childhood experiences shape identity, why so many people settle for less than they're capable of, and the daily habits that help leaders thrive in every area of life.
Whether you're feeling stuck in your career, discouraged in your faith, struggling with confidence, or simply wondering if there's more for your life, this episode will encourage you to take the next step toward becoming the person God created you to be.
In This Episode
Why identity matters more than achievement
How Rennie's parents shaped his faith and work ethic
Overcoming limiting beliefs and self-doubt
What football taught him about leadership
Why high performance isn't enough
Living with purpose instead of simply chasing success
The importance of faith, family, health, and relationships
Practical habits that create lasting growth
How to stop surviving and start living intentionally
Connect with Rennie Curran
🌐 Website: https://renniecurran.com
📘 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renniecurran
📖 Books:
Free Agent: Intangible Assets For Overcoming Adversity and Times of Transition
What Does It Take to Be a Star? (with Rennie's daughter Eleana)
Connect with RevRx
🌐 Website: https://www.manalivecoaching.com/podcast
📱 Email: chad@manalivecoaching.com

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