About this episode

In this episode, Luke explores the foundational question of whether our beliefs are based on truth or simply inherited from various influences.

In this kickoff episode of the new Why Matters series, Luke lays the foundation for one of the most important questions every person must face: Do I believe what I believe because it is actually true, or simply because it is what I was taught? Many people grow up inheriting beliefs from their parents, churches, schools, culture, influencers, or personal experiences. But at some point, every person has to examine whether those beliefs can stand up under the weight of truth, evidence, reason, a...

People in this episode

Host: Luke Rogers

Topics covered

• belief
• truth
• evidence
• reason
• personal experiences
• cultural influences

Keywords

• beliefs
• truth
• evidence
• reason
• cultural influences
• personal experiences
• faith

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