Curiously Kaitlyn

Curiously Kaitlyn

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Do you have questions about theology, the Bible, or the church that you're too afraid to ask? Tired of pastors and scholars using unfamiliar language or overly complicated explanations? Curiously, Kaitlyn is a weekly podcast hosted by author and theologian Kaitlyn Schiess that tries to make theology accessible, meaningful, and fun. Each week, you'll hear a kid ask a theology question–sometimes serious, sometimes silly–and Kaitlyn will interview a scholar to help answer it (without all the aca...
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Episode List

Do we get mansions in Heaven?

Jul 7th, 2026 10:00 AM

Heaven is often imagined as clouds, mansions, and maybe a few streets of gold, but Jesus' promise in John 14 is far more comforting than heavenly real estate. Kaitlyn talks about what Jesus meant when he said his Father's house has many rooms, why "mansions" may be a misunderstanding, and how the Bible's picture of eternity is physical, communal, and full of belonging. Heaven may not include a private mansion, but may offer something much better: a place in God's household. 0:00 - Theme Song 1:55 - Does God Have Mansions for Us? 3:09 - Mansion? Room? Household? 8:18 - Security in Christ 14:55 - Sponsor - Sponsor - CBE International - CBE's 2026 Conference is in Chicago on August 6-9, 2026! Register today at cbe.today/chicago2026 and use code CURIOUS20 to receive $20 off! 21:40 - Extended Family of Heaven 26:22 - End Credits

If aliens exist, do they need Jesus?

Jun 30th, 2026 10:00 AM

What would the existence of aliens mean for the Christian story? Kaitlyn and Mike explore whether sin only affects humans, whether other planets are part of a fallen creation, and what the Bible's big-picture story of creation and redemption might have to say about life beyond Earth. They also talk about the image of God, why intelligence is not what makes humans valuable, and why the hope of Jesus is not just personal forgiveness, but the restoration of all things. 0:00 - Theme Song 2:38 - Are Other Planets Unsinful? 12:10 - Sponsor - World Challenge - Get your 30-day devotional free from World Challenge at https://worldchallenge.org/KAITLYN 13:30 - How Does Sin Affect Creation 21:27 - Is Sin Just on Earth? 30:08 - End Credits

Does God speak to girls too?

Jun 23rd, 2026 10:00 AM

Why did changing "brothers" to "brothers and sisters" in some Bibles make so many Christians upset? Kaitlyn unpacks why older translations often said "brothers," "men," or "mankind," and why many newer translations now use more inclusive language. She talks about language, culture, and why it matters that every child knows God's Word is speaking to them. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:25 - Feeling Promotional 1:57 - Why Does it Say "Brothers" in the Bible Instead of "Sisters" 5:02 - Translation Reasons 12:29 - Sponsor - CBE International - Register today at https://www.cbe.today/chicago2026 and use code CURIOUS20 to receive $20 off! 13:21 - Why Doesn't Scripture Condemn Sexism? 21:27 - Why Bother Changing Translations? 28:09 - End Credit

Why does Jesus pray if he's God?

Jun 16th, 2026 10:00 AM

When Jesus prayed, was he talking to himself? Kaitlyn dives into the deep end of Christian theology, talking about the Trinity, Jesus' humanity, and why "three persons, one God" is both true and mysterious. She explores why Jesus praying in the garden is not God merely talking to himself, but a glimpse into the eternal relationship of Father, Son, and Spirit, and why Jesus' human will matters for how we understand prayer, suffering, and obedience. 0:00 - Intro 1:33 - Why Does Jesus Pray for Us if He's God? 4:59 - The Trinity is one 17:02 - Sponsor - World Relief - Right now, there's $150,000 challenge gift that will TRIPLE your giving, ending June 30th! Act now and go to https://www.worldrelief.com/KAITLYN 18:08 - Sponsor - World Challenge - Get your 30-day devotional free from World Challenge at https://worldchallenge.org/KAITLYN 19:30 - Jesus' Perfect Human Will 26:34 - It's Not Sinful to be Human 34:00 - End Credits

Did Daniel and Jesus disagree about prayer?

Jun 9th, 2026 10:00 AM

Daniel prays where people can see him, but Jesus tells his followers not to pray just to be noticed. So did Daniel and Jesus disagree about prayer? Kaitlyn explains why Daniel's prayer was an act of quiet faithfulness, not religious showmanship, and why Jesus was warning against using prayer to impress an audience. Mike and Kaitlyn talk about public faith, political protest, performative religion, and the difference between staying faithful to God and trying to look faithful to everyone else. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:58 - Was Daniel a Hypocrite? 6:57 - What's the Lion's Den Story's Point? 11:40 - Sponsor - Belonging by Design - Learn how to show up for special-needs families at your church. Go to https://www.accessible.faith/holypost to claim two free lessons and if you're ready to go all in, promo code HOLYPOST gets you $200 off! 12:48 - Sponsor - Blissy - Pure mulberry silk pillow cases—hypoallergenic, naturally cooling, and recommended by dermatologists! Go to https://www.blissy.com/KAITLYN and use code KAITLYN to get 30% off 13:50 - Modern "Praying for Others to See" 18:30 - Jesus and Praying in Public 23:56 - Praying for God, Not People 27:53 - End Credits

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