Mama Bear Apologetics

Hillary Morgan Ferrer & Amy Davison

Train yourself. Equip your kids.

  • 30 minutes 24 seconds
    Episode 144. Self-Refuting Statements with Tricia Scribner

    In this episode, the Mama Bears continue laying the groundwork for raising children who can stand firm in a culture that often sounds persuasive but isn’t logically sound. The focus is on self-refuting (or self-defeating) statements — claims that collapse under their own weight because they contradict themselves in the very act of being spoken. Our kids are growing up in a world saturated with emotionally charged slogans and viral soundbites. They are told things like “truth is relative,” “we can’t know truth,” or “science is the only source of truth.” These statements are often presented as intellectual or compassionate, but when examined carefully, they fail to meet their own standards. They saw off the very branch they’re sitting on. If our children are not trained to recognize these inconsistencies, they can be carried along by ideas that feel right but are logically incoherent. As the episode highlights, kids spend hours a day absorbing messages through social media and classroom conversations. Without discernment, emotion becomes the driver and truth becomes negotiable.

    The Mama Bears remind us that truth corresponds to reality, truth is objective, and truth is knowable — even though we, as finite humans, are not omniscient. There is a crucial difference between saying truth is knowable and claiming we can know everything. That humility matters. We don’t need exhaustive knowledge to make reasonable, evidence-based conclusions about reality or about God. The goal is not to embarrass, but to clarify. Not to win arguments, but to help our children think clearly and stand confidently.

    When we teach our kids to identify self-defeating claims, we are equipping them with intellectual armor. We are raising children who can be empathetic without being manipulated, thoughtful without being timid, and bold without being brash. In a culture that rewards outrage and discourages logic, that kind of training is both countercultural and deeply necessary.


    Main Points Covered

    • What self-refuting statements are and how they function
    • Why recognizing them strengthens your child’s faith
    • Common modern examples rooted in relativism and scientism
    • How to correct faulty logic with both confidence and grace

    People and resources mentioned


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    3 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 39 minutes 22 seconds
    Episode 143. Inductive and Deductive Reasoning with Tricia Scribner

    Amy and Tricia continue their classical apologetics series, diving into discursive reasoning—the step-by-step thinking process that distinguishes humans as rational beings made in God’s image.

    This conversation is a mental workout (in the best way possible!). The mamas unpack the difference between deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning. They emphasize that Christianity does not require blind faith—it calls us to love God with our minds and think well. With practical examples—from the cosmological argument to presidential debates, to lipstick on the wall—the mamas show how logic protects our children from being swayed by emotional manipulation and faulty reasoning.

    This episode reminds us: Good thinking is discipleship. If we don’t train our children to evaluate arguments, culture will do it for us.


    Main Points Covered

    • Discursive reasoning and how it distinguishes human rationality
    • Deductive vs. inductive reasoning
    • Evaluating premises, hidden assumptions, and logical fallacies
    • The cosmological argument as a real-world application
    • Teaching children to think critically through everyday media and conversations


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    17 February 2026, 10:00 am
  • 41 minutes 16 seconds
    Episode 142. Understanding the Nature of Truth with Tricia Scribner

    In this foundational episode of the Mama Bear Apologetics podcast Amy Davison and Tricia Scribner tackle the concept of truth in an age dominated by relativism and subjectivism. Drawing from Scripture, personal anecdotes, and years of experience in apologetics and teaching, the conversation provides a powerful defense of truth as objective, absolute, and rooted in God’s nature. The episode dismantles cultural misconceptions like "my truth" and "perception is reality" and explains why these ideas, though popular, are intellectually inconsistent and dangerous. The offer practical strategies for parents and grandparents to help their kids develop a clear, biblical understanding of truth in a world of confusion.

    Main Points Covered

    • What is truth?
    • Relativism and subjectivism defined and critiqued
    • How culture undermines objective truth
    • Defending Christian exclusivity without being close-minded
    • Practical tips for teaching kids about truth
    • Biblical foundations for truth

    People and resources mentioned

    • Acts 5 – Ananias and Sapphira as a biblical example of truth
    • 2 Corinthians 10:5 – Taking thoughts captive in obedience to Christ
    • The Den — Our new online apologetics community for women.


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    3 February 2026, 10:00 am
  • 53 minutes 18 seconds
    Episode 141. The Role of Logic in Christianity with Tricia Scribner

    Amy and Tricia, two of our Mama Bears, define logic and explain why it’s essential for critical thinking, biblical reasoning, and defending the Christian faith. They stress that logic isn’t made by humans—it’s discovered—and reflects an objective reality that testifies to the existence of God. The conversation explores the three foundational laws of logic (identity, excluded middle, non‑contradiction), shows how logic applies in everyday life and worldview discussions (including gender, truth claims, language, and worldview differences), and gives practical guidance for parents on how to help children recognize sound reasoning vs. faulty logic. They also tackle common challenges, including the relationship between logic and God, and how logic relates to knowing God, faith, and evangelism. Ultimately, logic is presented as both defensible and indispensable for meaningful Christian engagement in a culture that increasingly rejects objective truth.

    Main Points Covered

    • What Logic Is and Why It Matters
    • The Three Foundational Laws of Logic
    • Logic vs. Emotionalism in Culture
    • Logic’s Role in Knowing God and Defending Faith
    • Practical Tools for Teaching Logic to Kids


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    20 January 2026, 10:00 am
  • 45 minutes 30 seconds
    Episode 140. Why Theology Matters with Krista Bontrager

    In this episode of Mama Bear Apologetics, Amy hosts Krista Bontrager (a public theologian with decades of experience) to unpack why theology is foundational for Christian living. They define theology, remove intimidation around it, talk about practical ways families can study theology with kids, and point listeners to resources that make theology accessible. The big idea centers around this: theology equips Christians to think well about God so that apologetics isn’t just reactive but rooted in truth. They stress that theology is not just for “academics in tweed jackets,” is essential for discipling children, and that everyday families can begin with simple practices like reading the creeds, memorizing the Lord’s Prayer and the 10 Commandments, and building routines of Bible engagement together.


    Main Points Covered

    • What theology is and why everyone is a theologian
    • Why theology must precede apologetics
    • Practical ways to study theology personally and with children
    • Common pitfalls when approaching cultural issues without theological grounding


    People and resources mentioned

    Intro Theology & Interpretation

    Guest Resources


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    13 January 2026, 10:00 pm
  • 49 minutes
    Episode 139. Re-Broadcast: Did Christmas Start Out as a Pagan Holiday (And Other Questions about Christmas)

    In this Christmas‑themed podcast, the Mama Bear team addresses the biggest questions Christian parents often hear around the holiday season. They explain what Christmas is truly about, how to talk to children about Jesus and Christmas, and address common controversies like whether Christmas is pagan, the role of Santa Claus, and what phrases like “Happy Holidays” mean. They also share practical tradition ideas families can adopt, and recommend books and resources that help keep Christ at the center of the season.


    Main Points Covered

    • What Christmas Truly Celebrates
    • Is Christmas Pagan?
    • Origins of the Christmas Tree
    • Santa Claus vs. St. Nicholas
    • Talking to Kids About Santa
    • “Merry Christmas” vs. “Happy Holidays”


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    23 December 2025, 9:00 am
  • 30 minutes 10 seconds
    Episode 138. Cultivating a Heart for Advent

    In this episode, Amy reflect on the season of Advent and how it points believers toward four core spiritual truths — hope, spiritual warfare (peace), worship (joy), and human dignity (love). Christmas is not about the trappings of the season (lights, gifts, cookies), but about celebrating the coming of Christ, renewing hope, engaging in the cosmic battle against evil, worshiping God, and affirming the value of every human life. She encourages listeners to live out these truths practically — through grief with hope, spiritual headship and discipleship at home, heartfelt worship amid busyness, and compassionate generosity toward the vulnerable — so that their families and communities reflect the gospel's transforming power.


    Main Points Covered

    • What is Advent?
    • Hope in the midst of grief and brokenness
    • Spiritual warfare: Christmas as a declaration of war
    • Worship and joy beyond the superficial
    • Affirmation of human dignity and unconditional love
    • Practical discipleship at home


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    5 December 2025, 10:00 am
  • 53 minutes 53 seconds
    Episode 137: How Can We Know Christianity is True?

    In this episode, Amy is joined by Tricia Scribner, a classical apologist, to explore how we can know Christianity is true. They walk through a systematic, logical framework known as classical apologetics, beginning with the existence of truth and culminating in the evidence for Christ's resurrection and divinity. They compare this approach with cultural apologetics and emphasize the importance of understanding presuppositions in conversations about faith. The episode provides a high-level overview of the evidential and logical basis for Christianity’s truth claims and previews an upcoming series that will break down 20 evidences for the Christian faith.

    Main Points Covered

    • Introduction to Classical vs. Cultural Apologetics
    • The Role of Presuppositions in Truth Claims
    • A Systematic Framework for Christian Apologetics
    • Fulfilled Old Testament Prophecies about Jesus
    • Reliability of the New Testament Documents:
    • Common objections


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    11 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 32 minutes 31 seconds
    Episode 136: ROAR'ing Through the Concept of Ghosts (rebroadcast)

    On this episode, we are revisiting the concept of ghosts. Every year around this time, we start to see more depictions, decorations, and stories about ghosts —and your kids may be hearing more about them at school. But what are they? We will be examining the idea of ghosts using our ROAR method. What are they? What are the common misconceptions around ghosts and the supernatural? What does the bible say about ghosts and how are Christians supposed to engage this topic? Our hope is that you will be able to use the tools outlined in this episode to help the young ones in your care to be able to recognize the falsities in the messaging and be able to clearly defend their faith and protect their minds.

    Main Points Covered

    • How does the world see ghosts?
    • What is a ghost truly?
    • How are we to interact with the truth and lies around “ghosts”?
    • How can we navigate elements of the spiritual realm with our kids?


    People and resources mentioned

     

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    28 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 50 minutes 44 seconds
    Episode 135. How Enneagram and Richard Rohr Deconstruct Jesus with Alexa Cramer

    This episode of Mama Bear Apologetics explores the spiritual dangers behind the Enneagram and the teachings of Richard Rohr, particularly how they subtly oppose biblical Christianity. Amy is joined by fellow Mama Bear Alexa Cramer, who explains how Rohr redefines key Christian concepts like Jesus, sin, salvation, and the Bible itself. While Rohr’s language may sound Christian, his theology is rooted in mysticism, perennialism, and a pantheistic view of God—where all people and things are seen as inherently divine. The episode outlines how such teachings undermine the gospel and can mislead Christians, especially children, who may encounter the Enneagram in schools, churches, or online.

    Using Mama Bear’s “ROAR” method (Recognize, Offer objective discernment, Argue for a healthier approach, Reinforce), the conversation equips parents to help their children identify subtle theological errors, practice discernment, and defend a biblical worldview. The episode encourages parents to disciple their children by training them to think critically about spiritual claims, recognize redefined vocabulary, and affirm the unique truth of the gospel in a culture saturated with self-focused spirituality.

    Main Points Covered

    • The ROAR method of discernment
    • Role of Richard Rohr in popularizing the Enneagram among Christians
    • Analysis of key quotes by Rohr
    • Rohr’s theological framework
    • Implications for evangelism, accountability, sanctification
    • Cultural appeal of Enneagram and spiritual mysticism—especially for women and younger generations
    • Practical admonition: alertness to Enneagram with children in schools, churches, etc.

    Resources Mentioned


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    14 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 42 minutes 58 seconds
    Episode 134. Grandparent Revival: How to Use Your Retirement to Pass Down a Legacy of Faith

    Amy is joined by Tricia Scribner to encourage and equip grandparents for intentional discipleship. Using the cultural moment sparked by Charlie Kirk’s assassination, Tricia challenges older believers not to “pass the baton,” but to “get in the game.”Grandparents often underestimate their influence, yet they are among the top voices teens turn to for questions about faith and life. Tricia emphasizes that this season of life—with more free time and hard-earned wisdom—is ideal for re-engaging in spiritual formation. She counters the lies that older Christians “can’t learn” or are “no longer relevant,” offering practical ways to grow in apologetics, engage in conversations, and model critical thinking. Even when direct conversations aren’t possible due to strained family dynamics, Tricia shares creative approaches like journaling, writing in Bibles, and asking thoughtful questions.

    This episode is a call to action: your role in discipleship matters deeply. Whether you’re a parent feeling behind or a grandparent feeling distant, now is the time to step into your influence with purpose and truth.


    Main Points Covered

    • The role and relevance of grandparents in faith formation
    • Challenges older generations face with technology, memory, and cultural shifts
    • Combating lies of irrelevance and incapability among mature Christians
    • Biblical call to continue running the race—“not time to pass the baton”
    • Discipling grandchildren with discernment and cultural awareness
    • Socratic questioning and critical thinking as tools for engagement
    • Balancing boldness and relational wisdom with adult children
    • Practical steps for growing in apologetics and theology at any age
    • Testimonies of generational faithfulness and influence


    Resources Mentioned

    Scriptures:

    • Romans 12:18
    • Matthew 5:44


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