Mama Bear Apologetics

Hillary Morgan Ferrer & Amy Davison

Train yourself. Equip your kids.

  • 39 minutes 58 seconds
    148. Daily Discipleship Rhythms With Leslie Nunnery from Teach Them Diligently

    Amy sits down with Leslie Nunnery from Teach Them Diligently to re-center the conversation around discipleship as the true goal of parenting—not homeschooling itself. While many families consider homeschooling as a solution for raising faithful children, Leslie gently corrects this mindset: education is a tool, not the savior. The heart of the discussion is a shift from performance-based parenting (checking boxes, academic success) to relationship-driven discipleship (shaping hearts for Christ). Leslie introduces the idea of “heart schooling,” emphasizing that parents are called first to point their children to Jesus, not merely manage their education.

    The conversation also highlights the importance of community, spiritual growth in parents, and intentional daily rhythms that model faith naturally. Whether homeschooling, public schooling, or anything in between, the mission remains the same: raise children who know and love God through everyday life and authentic faith lived out at home.


    Main Points Covered

    • Homeschooling vs. discipleship: correcting misplaced priorities
    • The danger of idolizing homeschooling
    • “Heart schooling” as discipleship-focused parenting
    • Practical everyday discipleship (based on Deuteronomy 6)
    • Shifting from box-checking to heart-shaping
    • Overcoming feelings of inadequacy as parents


    People and resources mentioned



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    21 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 42 minutes 29 seconds
    Episode 147. The Cause & Effect Argument for God: How the Beginning of the Universe Points to the Existence

    This episode walks listeners through one of the most foundational and powerful arguments for God’s existence—the cosmological (cause-and-effect) argument. Amy and Tricia build on earlier discussions about truth, logic, and worldview, showing that belief in God isn’t a leap in the dark but a conclusion supported by both reason and scientific evidence. They explain that everything that begins to exist must have a cause—and since the universe began to exist, it must also have a cause. Through accessible examples (like hot coffee cooling or balloons expanding), they demonstrate how scientific observations align with this logic.

    The conversation emphasizes that this cause must be outside space, time, and matter, and must be personal, intelligent, and necessary—not just a force. While this doesn’t fully prove Christianity specifically, it provides a foundation for understanding how a theistic Creator is logical. Throughout the episode, they encourage parents to teach these ideas to kids in simple, engaging ways—showing that even young children can grasp deep truths about reality and God.

    Main Points Covered

    • Law of causality
    • Nature of “nothing” and equivocation
    • Scientific evidence for the universe’s beginning (SURGE):
    • Second Law of Thermodynamics (entropy)
    • Expanding universe (Hubble redshift)
    • General relativity
    • Nature of God as:
    • Personal vs. impersonal
    • Necessary vs. contingent
    • Outside space, time, and matter
    • Teaching apologetics to children

    People and resources mentioned

    Books & Authors

    Scripture

    • Romans 1 – Knowledge of God through creation
    • Romans 2 – Knowledge of God through conscience
    • Exodus 3:14 – “I AM” (God as necessary being)

     

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    14 April 2026, 9:00 pm
  • 41 minutes 46 seconds
    Episode 146. Let's Talk About Easter (Re-Broadcast)

    This episode lovingly equips parents to navigate the tension between fun Easter traditions and the truth of the resurrection. The hosts affirm that while eggs, bunnies, and cultural practices can be enjoyed, they should never overshadow the central claim of Christianity: Jesus truly lived, died, and rose again.

    Lindsey and Robin address common internet claims about Easter’s supposed pagan origins, showing that much of the argument rests on weak historical evidence and linguistic confusion. The conversation then shifts to the heart of apologetics—can we trust the resurrection? Through historical references, medical analysis of crucifixion, and eyewitness testimony, the hosts build a compelling case that the resurrection is not just symbolic—it is reality.

    Ultimately, the message is clear: parents can confidently teach their children both the joy of traditions and the truth of the gospel, without fear that one cancels out the other.


    Main Points Covered

    • Balancing Easter traditions with biblical truth
    • Claims about pagan origins of Easter
    • Linguistic origins of the word “Easter”
    • Historical reliability of the crucifixion
    • Refuting alternative theories (swoon, hallucination, body theft)
    • Teaching apologetics to children


    People and resources mentioned


    Children’s Resources

    Scripture References

    • Matthew 27 – Crucifixion and resurrection narrative
    • 1 Corinthians 15:3–7 – Early creed and eyewitnesses



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    31 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 39 minutes 48 seconds
    Episode 145. 6 Questions Every Worldview Answers

    In this episode, the focus is on worldviews—the lens through which people interpret reality. Tricia Scribner explains that everyone has a worldview, whether they realize it or not, and that lens shapes how we answer life’s biggest questions. The discussion centers on three foundational worldviews: theism, atheism, and pantheism, and how each one answers six essential questions about life: origins, identity, meaning, morality, knowledge, and destiny. By learning these six questions, parents can train their children to recognize the assumptions behind the messages they hear in music, social media, classrooms, and entertainment.

    Rather than passively absorbing cultural ideas, kids can learn to ask thoughtful questions: Where does this worldview say we came from? What does it say about who we are? What does it claim about right and wrong? Teaching children to evaluate ideas this way helps them identify inconsistencies and recognize when a belief system doesn’t align with reality. The episode also warns about syncretism, the common cultural habit of mixing beliefs from different religions into a personalized system that “feels right.” The Mama Bears remind listeners that conflicting truth claims cannot all be true at the same time. Training our children to examine worldview foundations helps them avoid being swept along by persuasive cultural messaging.

    By giving kids these tools early, parents can raise children who think critically, recognize faulty ideas, and remain grounded in a biblically consistent understanding of reality.


    Main Points Covered

    • What a worldview is and why it matters
    • The analogy of worldviews as glasses or filters for interpreting reality
    • The three foundational worldviews: theism, atheism, and pantheism
    • The six worldview questions every belief system must answer
    • How these questions help children evaluate cultural messages
    • The problem of syncretism (mixing belief systems)
    • Practical ways to teach worldview thinking to kids and teens


    People and resources mentioned

    Scripture References

    • Genesis 1:27
    • Romans 2:14–15
    • Hebrews 9:27


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    17 March 2026, 9:00 am
  • 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


    People and resources mentioned


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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


    People and resources mentioned


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    5 December 2025, 10:00 am
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