Candid Conversations with Dr. Jonathan Youssef

Ash grew up in a loving Islamic family. He was chosen to be the future leader of his tribe of over 800 family members. He was mentored by his grandfather for years. But everything changed when Ash be…

Ash grew up in a loving Islamic family. He was chosen to be the future leader of his tribe of over 800 family members. He was mentored by his grandfather for years. But everything changed when Ash be…

Are you struggling to find direction? Do you have a vision for your life? Do you know how to align your vision with God's plan?

Join Jonathan Youssef and his father, Dr. Michael Youssef, as they discu…

Are you looking for a way to study God’s Word consistently? Do you need a new Bible reading plan? Join Jonathan as he shares his favorite plan, as well as the potential pitfalls and rewards of a Bibl…

What comes to mind when someone mentions church? For some, it's a positive thought full of love, warmth, and community. For others, it immediately sparks feelings of judgment and rejection. Through t…

Let's celebrate the real reason for Christmas and hear how Christ's saving work continues around the world today.  Join Jonathan for this episode of Candid Conversations as he shares incredible testi…

Christ's birth is worthy of our time and attention, but it can be difficult to stay centered on Christ with all of the activities designed to celebrate the season.  

Join Jonathan this week as he shar…

How do we truly count our suffering as joy and draw near to God in our trials? Today's guest, Julie Chapman offers insight into the incredible power of worshiping God in the midst of difficult times.…

When it comes to ensuring the spiritual well-being of our children, how do we go beyond just “raising them in church”? As the next generation navigates unprecedented issues surrounding gender identit…

November rolls around and we all think about giving thanks. Jonathan welcomes Mary Mohler to Candid Conversations to  discuss what Biblical gratitude really is – a gratitude that is more than thankin…

The holiday season is here – a  time of year filled with joy, tradition, faith, and nostalgia–but also a season of sorrow for so many.  Where is God in seasons of sorrow?

Whether you are grieving the …

You cast your vote. Your civic duty is done. Now what do you do?  

Join Jonathan as he discusses the role of fear and faith in our lives post-election. In this episode of Candid Conversations, he refl…

As you scroll through social media, it's no longer uncommon to come across a video shared or created by a friend that challenges elements of the Christian faith. You don't agree with their logic, but…

Progressive Christianity. Deconstruction. We are hearing these terms more regularly as some Christian leaders walk away from Biblical orthodoxy. What is the impact of redefining the Christian faith?

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This week's Candid Conversation is with a man who is known as a quiet voice on behalf of faith, freedom, truth, reason, and civility.  Jonathan welcomes Os Guinness to the program. Os is an author, s…

Should Christians throw out the Old Testament, claiming its teaching is no longer relevant because of Christ's finished work on the cross? What exactly changed after the Crucifixion and Resurrection?…

Are the end times upon us? That's the question pastor and author Dr. Michael Youssef is asking in his latest book, "Is The End Near?: What Jesus Told Us About the Last Days." 

With the ever-streaming …

"You are enough!"  "God wants you to be happy."  "Be the boss of you!" These popular quotes sound encouraging and empowering, but are they really Biblical? Jonathan welcomes Alisa Childers back to Ca…

You might remember TLC’s popular hit TV show 19 Kids and Counting. The show followed the Duggar family, devout Christians who offered 2.3 million viewers a glimpse into life with 19 children. Each ep…

When the surrounding culture or our feelings contradict the Truth of God, what should we believe is true?  

In today’s Candid episode, Jonathan Youssef reflects on why it is vitally important to consi…