Stand Firm in Dark Waters cover art

Stand Firm in Dark Waters

Stand Firm in Dark Waters

Written by: Ric Osuna
Listen for free

About this listen

Stand Firm in Dark Waters is a Christian podcast focused on faith, apologetics, and spiritual warfare in an age of confusion and cultural storms.

In a world where truth is contested and belief is often challenged, this podcast equips believers to stand firm in the light of God—anchored in Scripture and grounded in reason. At the same time, it warmly invites those who are unsure about their belief in God, wrestling with doubt, or genuinely seeking to understand the Christian faith to listen and engage.

Each episode addresses truth, doubt, and spiritual warfare with clarity and conviction, exploring biblical truth, defending the Christian worldview, and examining the deeper spiritual realities behind the challenges of our time.

Whether you are a committed believer, a thoughtful skeptic, or someone searching for faith in Christ, Stand Firm in Dark Waters offers an honest and reasoned conversation—calling all listeners to consider faith amid the storm and the hope found in Jesus.

Ric Osuna
Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Philosophy Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • In Plain Sight: The Problem of Evil (Part 2)
    Apr 25 2026

    In In Plain Sight – The Problem of Evil (Part 2), the discussion moves beyond abstract philosophy into the biblical reality beneath humanity’s deepest wounds.

    This episode argues that the Christian worldview uniquely identifies evil as a real intrusion into a good creation—rooted in rebellion, pride, and distortion—and is the only worldview that both names evil honestly and accounts for its origin, meaning, and ultimate defeat.

    Rather than denying suffering or dismissing moral outrage, Christianity explains why evil feels wrong, why dignity still matters in the midst of pain, and why hope is rational even in darkness.

    Show More Show Less
    32 mins
  • In Plain Sight: The Problem of Evil (Part 1)
    Apr 14 2026

    Over the next two episodes of Stand Firm in Dark Waters, we tackle the problem of evil. In Part One of “In Plain Sight: The Problem of Evil,” we face the question that won’t stay theoretical: if God is good, all‑powerful, and all‑knowing, why does evil exist—and why does it so often feel like it’s winning? We start with philosophical clarity by defining evil, distinguishing moral evil (human cruelty) from natural evil (disease and disaster), and separating the logical, evidential, and deeply personal arguments.

    Then, we enter the skeptical case through Mackie’s inconsistent triad, Hume’s dilemma, and modern arguments about gratuitous suffering—pain that appears pointless and undeserved. Along the way, we expose a hidden assumption behind many objections: If God has morally sufficient reasons, we should be able to see them.

    Part One lays the philosophical groundwork for the problem of evil, whereas Part Two shifts from philosophy to Scripture to trace evil’s origin and God’s answer.

    Show More Show Less
    19 mins
  • Is Faith Irrational? Or Is Reason Incomplete?
    Apr 4 2026

    In this episode, “Is Faith Irrational? Or Is Reason Incomplete?”, we examine the false divide between faith and reason. Drawing from Scripture, philosophy, and history, Apologist Ric Osuna explains why Christian faith is not a blind leap, why reason is never truly neutral, and how faith restores and completes human understanding. From biblical teaching to Enlightenment skepticism, from modern relativism to contemporary legal and cultural debates, this episode invites listeners to step out of the shadows and see reality clearly in the light of Christ.

    If you’re wrestling with doubt, navigating cultural pressure, or seeking confidence that Christianity can stand up to serious scrutiny, Stand Firm in Dark Waters is designed to help you think more deeply, live more faithfully, and remain anchored in turbulent times.

    Show More Show Less
    24 mins
adbl_web_anon_alc_button_suppression_c
No reviews yet