Apologist Coley Stephens on taking jiu-jitsu, baptism, and debating skeptics

17/12/2025 1h 3min Temporada 3 Episodio 9

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Game Day Grace, hosts David Schiele and Cory Mose are joined by apologist and martial artist Coley Stephens. The discussion covers Coley's journey from a confident athlete to a dedicated martial artist, his experiences in theological debates, and the importance of understanding opposing views. The hosts also tackle rapid-fire theology questions, including baptism, tithing, and the significance of Christmas, while delving into the complexities of predestination and free will. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Game Day Grace03:30 Coley's jiu-jitsu journey09:12 Coley's "Welcome to the mat" moment14:16 Debating Alex O'Connor21:12 Engaging people who have different beliefs25:49 How Coley and Cory met32:50 Exploring Theological Controversies33:41 Does baptism save?41:00 Is tithing required?42:56 Can Christians get tattoos?52:30 The Significance of the Sabbath54:18 Navigating Predestination and Free Will59:07 The Nature of Humanity and the Need for a Savior

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