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Have you ever wondered HOW THE UNIVERSE GOT STARTED? 🌌
Could something as complex as life really happen by chance? 🤯
Is there actual SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE that points to a Creator?
In this episode of Be the 25, we explore mind-blowing scientific discoveries, real-world evidence, and powerful reasoning that show why belief in God — actually MAKES SENSE. 🙌
🚀 Key Highlights
🌌 The universe is expanding → it had a beginning
🔥 Cosmic radiation confirms the Big Bang
🧠 Everything that begins has a cause
🌐 The multiverse lacks evidence
🎯 The universe shows precision and design
🧬 DNA contains complex information
🐾 Animal instincts point to intentional programming
👉 Conclusion: There is a Creator—not a “WHAT” but a WHO.
🌐 Biblical Worldview
Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
This verse tells us three incredible truths:
1️⃣ The universe had a beginning
2️⃣ God existed before the universe began
3️⃣ God is identified as the “Who” who created it all
📖 Scriptures in This Episode
• Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
• Colossians 1:16 – "For everything was created by Him, in heaven and on earth, the visible and the invisible... all things have been created through Him and for Him."
• Colossians 1:17 – "He existed before anything else."
• Psalm 121:2 – "Maker of heaven and earth"
• Isaiah 42:5 –"God stretched out the heavens"
• Job 9:8 – "He alone stretches out the heavens"
• Hebrews 11:1 –" Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."
• Hebrews 11:6 –"Anyone who wants to come to Him must believe that God exists and that He rewards those who sincerely seek Him."
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Want to go even deeper?
👉 Can Science and the Bible Coexist? The Answer Will Surprise You
Because they’re NOT at odds like people think…
They actually MAKE SENSE TOGETHER 🔥
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75% of Christian teens and young adults in local church youth groups walk away from the church – and many from Christ – after graduating high school. This is a call to Be the 25 who don't.

We're here to tackle your tough questions, share relatable guest interviews, and offer practical advice and strategies so you can gain the confidence and courage you need to Be the 25.

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-Dr. Sharon

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Whether you’re dealing with a big move, friendship shift, new school year, or a life change you didn’t see coming, learn how to handle life’s transitions so you can step confidently into whatever season you’re facing. You’ll walk away with 3 practical, faith-filled ways to navigate change:
🌱 3 Ways to Navigate Change with Faith
1️⃣ Remember - Change is a Part of Life
Seasons shift — and that doesn’t mean life is falling apart. Often, it means life is moving forward.
2️⃣ Accept the Change
Accepting change doesn’t mean you like it right away — it means trusting God’s plan even when it looks different than yours. When you embrace change instead of resisting it, God can transform hard seasons into growth and purpose.
3️⃣ Remember God Is With You During Change
You are never alone in transitions. God walks with you through the unknown, the messy, and the unexpected — giving you strength, courage, and direction.
📖 Scriptures Mentioned
Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 — A time for everything
Isaiah 43:18–19 — God is doing something new
Isaiah 41:10 — Do not fear, for I am with you
Genesis 39:2 — The Lord was with Joseph when he was in a foreign land
Genesis 39:21 — The Lord was with Joseph in prison
Genesis 41:41–44 — Joseph promoted in Egypt
Romans 8:28 — God works all things for good
🌟 Key Reminder
Even if the change you’re facing feels painful or uncertain right now — God is still working. He can bring purpose, growth, and good out of seasons you never would have chosen.
When life shifts, you can stand strong, grow in faith, and follow Jesus in every moment — even during seasons of change. 💛
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75% of Christian teens and young adults in local church youth groups walk away from the church – and many from Christ – after graduating high school. This is a call to Be the 25 who don't.

We're here to tackle your tough questions, share relatable guest interviews, and offer practical advice and strategies so you can gain the confidence and courage you need to Be the 25.

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Your faith in Jesus is a result of a chain reaction. SOMEONE told SOMEONE… who told SOMEONE… and eventually, the story of Jesus reached YOU. ✨ Discover 3 powerful truths about this chain reaction that reveal how your story is part of something so much bigger -  than you could ever imagine!
1. The Chain Reaction Is RELATIONAL 🤝
Most people don’t come to Jesus randomly — they come because someone cared enough to speak, pray, invite, and walk with them.
📖 Scripture: Acts 8:27–39
Philip obeyed God, spoke to the Ethiopian official, explained Scripture, and that one conversation helped carry the gospel toward Africa.
Key takeaway: God uses His people to reach people.
2. The Chain Reaction Is GENERATIONAL 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Faith doesn’t just impact one life — it can shape families and generations.
📖 Scriptures:
• 2 Timothy 1:5 — Timothy’s faith lived first in his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice.
• 2 Timothy 3:14–15 — He knew Scripture from childhood.
• Psalm 145:4 — “Let each generation tell its children of your mighty acts.”
Key takeaway: Your influence counts. Investment in others counts. 💬
3. The Chain Reaction Is MISSIONAL 🌍
Faith is never meant to be stored — it’s meant to be shared.
📖 Scriptures:
• Mark 16:15 — “Go into all the world and preach the good news.”
• 2 Corinthians 5:20 — We are Christ’s ambassadors.
Key takeaway: You're not just the result of the chain reaction. You’re now responsible for continuing it. 🔥
🌟 A Powerful Reminder
“When I enter that beautiful city, and the saints all around me appear, I hope that someone will tell me, ‘It WAS YOU – WHO INVITED ME HERE.’” — Corrie ten Boom
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75% of Christian teens and young adults in local church youth groups walk away from the church – and many from Christ – after graduating high school. This is a call to Be the 25 who don't.

We're here to tackle your tough questions, share relatable guest interviews, and offer practical advice and strategies so you can gain the confidence and courage you need to Be the 25.

Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes, bonus episodes and giveaways... and invite your friends.

Episodes drop BI-WEEKLY ON TUESDAYS.

Need help? For additional resources, go to BeThe25.com.

Experiencing doubt or have questions? Email [email protected] and your doubt or question may be selected for the show.

For speaking engagements contact: [email protected].

Follow Dr. Sharon O'Hara on:
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Have you ever wondered what actually happened to the original 12 disciples after Jesus rose from the dead? 🤔Did they stay faithful when following Jesus became dangerous? And if they did… what did it cost them? 
📖 Episode Highlights
✨ The disciples weren’t superheroes — they were ordinary people
✨ They went from hiding in fear to preaching in public
✨ Most were hunted down, tortured, and killed for their faith
✨ John was the only disciple to die of old age — after persecution and exile
✨ Following Jesus was never about comfort — it was about obedience
🧭 Big Takeaway
Following Jesus isn’t about being comfortable or convenient.
It’s about:
CONVICTION — believing Jesus is worth following, no matter the cost
COMMITMENT — continuing to live for Him even when it’s hard
COURAGE — speaking up, standing firm, and sharing Jesus when it’s risky
The disciples didn’t just believe in Jesus — they followed Him, facing real consequences. Their stories show us what true faith looks like today.
💬 Reflection Question
👉 Are you willing to follow Jesus — no matter the cost?
📜 Scriptures Used in This Episode
📖 Matthew 27:3–5 — Judas’ remorse and tragic end
📖 Mark 16:15 — “Go into all the world and preach the good news”
📖 Matthew 28:19–20 — The Great Commission
📖 Acts 5:29 — “We must obey God rather than men”
📖 Acts 5:41–42 — Rejoicing in suffering for Jesus’ name
📖 Acts 12:1–2 — The martyrdom of James, son of Zebedee
📖 John 21:18–19 — Jesus tells Peter the cost of following Him
📖 Acts 4:29 — The disciples pray for boldness
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75% of Christian teens and young adults in local church youth groups walk away from the church – and many from Christ – after graduating high school. This is a call to Be the 25 who don't.

We're here to tackle your tough questions, share relatable guest interviews, and offer practical advice and strategies so you can gain the confidence and courage you need to Be the 25.

Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes, bonus episodes and giveaways... and invite your friends.

Episodes drop BI-WEEKLY ON TUESDAYS.

Need help? For additional resources, go to BeThe25.com.

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Conspiracy theorists are really good at grabbing your attention, pulling you in, getting your hooked for more, and trying to make you believe something is true. We'll identify 7 tactics they use and look at what the Bible says —so you can slow down, think critically, and filter everything through God’s Word.
🔍 The 7 Tactics Conspiracy Theorists Use
TACTIC #1: Grabbing Attention Through Shock & Conflict
Shocking headlines, fear-driven claims, and dramatic language designed to trigger emotion and curiosity fast.
TACTIC #2: Making You Feel Like an Insider
Creating a sense of secrecy and exclusivity—making you feel like you’re part of the “informed few” who know the “real truth.”
TACTIC #3: Using Teasers & Cliffhangers
Hinting at big reveals, unnamed sources, or “proof coming soon”—but rarely delivering real, verifiable evidence.
TACTIC #4: Using Strong Rhetoric Over Solid Facts
Relying on fear, outrage, and emotional language instead of clear, credible, and checkable facts.
TACTIC #5: Using “Us vs. Them” Framing
Dividing the world into “those who get it” and “those who are blind,” while treating disagreement as betrayal or persecution.
TACTIC #6: Backpedaling When Wrong
Avoiding accountability by shifting blame, reframing failed predictions, or quietly deleting content instead of admitting mistakes.
TACTIC #7: Cashing In on Chaos
Exploiting fear, tragedy, and confusion for clicks, views, donations, merchandise, and paid content—where attention equals money.
📖 Scriptures Used in This Episode
Matthew 24:4
“Watch out that no one deceives you.”
Matthew 24:36
“But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.”
Proverbs 14:15
“The naive believes everything, but the sensible person considers his steps.”
1 Thessalonians 5:21
“Test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good.”
Acts 20:30
“…some will rise up and distort the truth in order to draw a following.”
2 Peter 2:3
“In their greed these teachers will exploit you with fabricated stories.”
Romans 16:17–18
“Watch out for people who cause divisions and upset people’s faith… By smooth talk and glowing words they deceive innocent people.”
🧠 Final Takeaway
God never asks His people to shut off their brains.
He calls us to use them.
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75% of Christian teens and young adults in local church youth groups walk away from the church – and many from Christ – after graduating high school. This is a call to Be the 25 who don't.

We're here to tackle your tough questions, share relatable guest interviews, and offer practical advice and strategies so you can gain the confidence and courage you need to Be the 25.

Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes, bonus episodes and giveaways... and invite your friends.

Episodes drop BI-WEEKLY ON TUESDAYS.

Need help? For additional resources, go to BeThe25.com.

Experiencing doubt or have questions? Email [email protected] and your doubt or question may be selected for the show.

For speaking engagements contact: [email protected].

Follow Dr. Sharon O'Hara on:
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Twitter @drsharonohara
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Thanks for listening! 
Be The 25!

-Dr. Sharon