MAKING SENSE OF FAITH

WITH ADAM HAMILTON

Episode Archive

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017: What Did Jesus ACTUALLY Teach?

Contrary to popular belief, Jesus spoke about the Kingdom of God four times more often than love. In just 15 minutes, Adam unpacks this profound concept that Gordon Fee calls essential: “You are zero on Jesus if you miss the Kingdom of God.” Discover how this ancient teaching offers practical wisdom for navigating your daily choices and finding greater purpose in our complex world.

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016: Are All Non-Christians Really Going to Hell?

In this powerful episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton tackles one of Christianity’s most challenging questions: “Are all non-Christians really going to hell?” With his signature blend of intellectual depth and pastoral compassion, Adam explores different Christian perspectives on salvation, eternal life, and God’s boundless mercy.

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015: A Love Letter from Auschwitz: Herb Kohn’s Story of Survival and Hope

In this powerful episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton sits down with Holocaust survivor Herb Kohn, whose journey from Nazi-occupied Europe to becoming a Kansas City legal legend spans over eight decades. Through intimate storytelling and profound reflection, this conversation reveals how faith, resilience, and love can persist even in humanity’s darkest moments.

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014: Human Origins, Science and Faith

In this eye-opening dialogue between science and spirituality, Adam Hamilton takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the Smithsonian’s traveling exhibition on human origins at St. Paul School of Theology. With his characteristic blend of intellectual curiosity and spiritual wonder, Adam explores the relationship between science and faith while examining the compelling evidence of human evolution.

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013: How Do You Read The Bible Today?

The Bible has shaped cultures and transformed lives for generations – yet it remains one of the most debated books ever written. Some find hope and wisdom in its pages, while others struggle with its challenging passages and how it’s been used throughout history. In this episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton invites listeners into an honest conversation about making sense of scripture today.

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012: A Message to President Trump

In this uniquely personal episode of Making Sense of Faith, Adam Hamilton shares his intimate reflections on the National Prayer Service, a time-honored tradition dating back to George Washington where faith leaders address the nation’s highest officials.

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011: Why Would Anyone Believe in God Anyway?

Does believing in God make sense in today’s world? Adam Hamilton tackles this fundamental question with refreshing honesty and vulnerability. Through personal stories of airplane conversations, quiet walks with his granddaughter, and his own struggles with doubt, he explores why faith might still matter in 2024 – even for skeptics and deep thinkers.

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