Christ and Coffee

"Death is not the end." That's the core truth that guides our conversation with special guest Lara Silverman this week. Lara, whose memoir Singing Through Fire is a #1 Amazon Bestseller, gets incredibly vulnerable about her journey through devastating loss—losing her dream career and, shortly after, her husband Matthew to cancer. She provides deep insight into redemptive suffering and the power of Christian faith to offer eternal optimism, even when life feels completely broken. Grab your coffee and join us for this sobering and profoundly encouraging episode!

After the tragedy of the Columbine shooting, Greg Stier received a powerful call to ministry. He founded Dare 2 Share to equip a generation of teenagers with the tools to share their faith and have meaningful conversations. Tune in to hear Greg’s personal story and learn how his ministry has grown into a global movement.

What happens when you're unemployed, uncertain, and feel a powerful call from God to go to China? Our guest, Matthew Faye Terry, lived it. On today's episode, he shares his story of being a front-row witness to God's work among college students who had never heard the Gospel. This isn't just a trip—it's the origin of his screenplay, English Corner, a testament to God’s faithfulness and how one decision can change everything. Tune in to hear this inspiring story.

Michael Faraday and James Clerk Maxwell revolutionized our understanding of the universe, but their genius extended beyond the laboratory. Join us as we explore the profound Christian faith that shaped their lives and discoveries. Join us as we explore the profound Christian faith of the fathers of electromagnetism.In this episode, we'll talk with our expert, Suzane Shera, to uncover how the personal faith of these two giants of science directly influenced their groundbreaking discoveries. We also learn about her book Lightlab: Lessons for kids to explore the nature of light and to know Jesus.

Join Pastor Haig as he sits down with ChatGPT to explore the profound theological concept of the Imago Dei. What does it truly mean for humanity to be made in God's image? This episode unpacks the unique qualities of human beings and draws a sharp distinction between the God-given nature of humanity and the manufactured intelligence of AI.

We are honored to welcome Howard "Quiggly" Chang, the lead artist behind the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle action figures. Howard shares his powerful testimony, detailing how he found faith during a difficult time and how God wove his past experiences together to inspire his latest project. That project is Ancientz, a new faith-based toy line of spirit-fueled robotic heroes inspired by the legends of Hebrews 11.

Elena Huggins, author of Untwist Me: Uncomplicated Life-Hacks for Mental & Emotional Liberation, joins us to share her powerful testimony. She courageously opens up about overcoming deep trauma and reveals how God is now using her story to bring hope, healing, and grace to others on their own paths to restoration.

Prepare to be inspired by Kelly Mazmanian's powerful and emotional testimony. She recounts her stage three breast cancer diagnosis during pregnancy, while her husband, Jeff, shares his vital role as a caregiver. Discover how their unshakable Christian faith, incredible positivity, and the steadfast support of family and friends empowered them through their darkest moments. Their journey is a testament to resilience, profound healing, and the miraculous birth of a healthy baby.

The kids are taking over the Christ and Coffee podcast! Join Paul and Ella as they put their Uncle Haig in the hot seat, firing off challenging theological questions that range from the problem of evil and dinosaurs to the Ascension and animal extinction. It's a candid, curious, and deep dive into faith, seen through the eyes of our sharpest young listeners.

Today on Christ and Coffee, we sit down with Johnny Tang, a survivor of the Cambodian Genocide. JT courageously shares his family’s harrowing escape, their journey to America, and the deep trauma he carried for decades. Discover how God brought healing into his life and remarkably called him back to Cambodia—transforming his darkest memories into a mission to serve and teach the next generation. A powerful conversation about survival, healing, and living with purpose.