Answering kids' hard questions - faith, science, and suffering with Justin Brierley — The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kids

Today’s episode is such a fascinating and encouraging conversation. I’m joined by Justin Brierley, journalist, author, and Christian apologist—and we’re diving into how we as parents can guide our kids through some of life’s biggest questions about faith, doubt, and belief.

Here’s what you’ll hear in today's conversation:

Helping kids ask honest questions about God and faith builds a stronger foundation for lasting belief.
Topics like the resurrection, suffering, and science can be discussed in age-appropriate and meaningful ways.
How we respond to questions is just as important as the answers we give—gentleness builds trust.
Sharing your personal faith and doubts can create a safe space for kids to explore theirs.

Justin Brierley is a UK-based journalist, speaker, and author who has spent years hosting thoughtful conversations around faith and skepticism. His book, Why I’m Still a Christian, explains why he still has faith in Jesus after conversations with skeptics and atheists all across the world. And his book, The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God, explores how faith is making a comeback in surprising ways. Justin is passionate about equipping parents to walk alongside their kids through questions of belief with wisdom and compassion.

Whether your child is full of curiosity or facing doubt, this episode offers the tools and encouragement to walk that road together with faith, honesty, and grace.

(03:02) Engaging Skeptics: Convincing Arguments for God's Existence

(05:54) The Historical Evidence of the Resurrection

(15:01) Addressing the Problem of Suffering

(24:09) God's Response to Suffering and the Hope of Redemption

(25:05) Understanding Suffering Through Faith

(26:36) Navigating Children's Questions on Suffering

(29:58) Engaging with Skeptical Teens

(32:11) Using Science to Explain Faith

(37:17) Embracing Imperfection in Parenting

Resources Mentioned

Moms, Dads, and Grads Gift Guide

How a dice can show that God exists