In this first installment of our three-part series, "The God of the Old Testament," Alycia examines the events surrounding the Old testament timeline. She provides historical and cultural context, highlight troubling practices among ancient nations (idolatry, child sacrifice, sexual immorality), and explains why God’s interventions, though confusing through our modern lens, were both necessary and morally consistent. Have a question? Submit it here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

"Can you explain how Jesus dying on the cross is for our sins?" - Tricia, TX In this episode, Alycia explains the Old Testament sacrificial system, the meaning of "blood of the covenant" at the Last Supper, and how Jesus is the final substitute whose death establishes a new covenant. She also highlights how Jesus' sacrifice differs from ancient sacrifices—God himself gives his life—and how Christ's death breaks the power of death and frees believers from fear. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

"Why do people suffer an eternal hell for a small sin here?" In this episode, Alycia tackles, not only why sins lead to eternal punishment, but surveys three Christian views on Hell, emphasizing that sin, no matter its scope, ultimately offends our Creator. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/    

In this special episode, Alycia and Emily discuss J.R.R. Tolkien’s short story Leaf by Niggle, and explore the various themes in the piece such as redemption, the fulfillment of desires longings, and how vocations and relationships are made new in God’s presence. Content Warning: This episode contains spoilers!  Read Leaf by Niggle here: https://heroicjourneys.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/niggle.pdf Submit your questions: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this episode, Alycia explores the difficult question of why God heals some people but not others. She shares real stories to show that miracles do happen, but often in unexpected ways. She reflects on how suffering shapes both the person in pain and those around them, encouraging compassion, patience, and trust in God’s goodness. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In thi third and final part to the "Why Do I Need God?" series, Alycia examines why God is necessary for providing meaning to life—drawing on Ecclesiastes, personal stories like Ayaan Hirsi Ali’s journey from atheism to Christianity, and reflections on morality and human value. She explains how knowing God gives purpose, grounds moral and human worth, and empowers us to use our gifts to co-create and care for creation. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this second episode answering "Why do I need God?," Alycia explores human value—how we define worth, cultural measures of importance, and the real-life implications of treating value as subjective. She argues that Christianity offers an objective foundation for human dignity: humans are uniquely made and valued by God regardless of abilities or accomplishments. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this first episode of the "Why Do I Need God?" series, Alycia's explores the question of morality: why would someone who has a good life still need God? She discusses cultural trends (including young people returning to church), research on belief, and the difficulties of grounding right and wrong without a moral law giver. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this episode, Alycia and Emily tackle the difficult question: "How can you be happy in heaven when your loved ones are in hell?" They discuss biblical teaching that hell was prepared for Satan and his angels, describe heaven as perfect unity with God, and explain how our perspective and experience will be transformed in eternity. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

"If God knows whether I'm going to Heaven or Hell, why does it matter what I do?" In this episode of the "Hey Alycia!" podcast, Alycia argues that although God has complete knowledge of our eternal location, our actions do have a significant impact, both on our lives and on the lives of others--even if it seems otherwise. Tune in to hear more! Submit a question: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this episode, Alycia and Emily are joined by special guest, Mickey Badalamenti, who helps us answer this question: "What happens to babies and people with disabilities who die young or might not be able to understand the Gospel?" (Bella, GA).  Mickey shares the story of his son, Mick and the daily joys and challenges that shape their family. This episode is both honest and encouraging: acknowledging struggle, but pursuing trust in God's character and the hope of His resurrection. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this episode, Alycia examines the idea of a "God-shaped hole"—a deep emptiness in the human heart that we try to fill—and cites thinkers like Blaise Pascal and sociologist Jonathan Haidt. She explores why people stay with particular religions (fear, culture, habit, etc.) and asks whether satisfaction or truth should guide that search. Through sociological insight and personal reflection, the episode invites listeners to consider what truly fills us and encourages honest searching for what is true, good, and beautiful. Have a question? Submit it here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this episode, Alycia compares various teachings about Jesus, morality, the afterlife, and more. She explains that though there are similarities among all religions, Christianity has the most significant difference, and thus, points to a God unlike all others. Have a question? Submit it here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

In this episode, Alycia unpacks Deuteronomy 22:22–29. She explains that despite our first-impressions, the passage's translation and historical context play a key role in defining men and women's relational roles. Have a question? Submit it here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

"Why is God referred to as Male? Or is He female?" -Bonnie, North Carolina Throughout Scripture, we see God referred to as "Father," but why? In this episode, Alycia uses Biblical and historical examples to help us think more clearly about God and His role as creator, provider, and redeemer.  Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/          

In this episode, Alycia shares the story of Paul, Cassandra, and their baby Jeremiah, born with anencephaly. This episode highlights Paul and Cassandra's tribute to Jeremiah after his death, and the gratitude, compassion, and hope of that they gleaned despite grief and suffering. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

How can a good God let bad things happen? In this episode, Alycia explains that even though the Fall (Gen. 3) has affected our world, a good God does not merely allow suffering--He provides redemption through His Son, and the hope of restoration.  Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

Why do Christians follow some parts of the Bible and not others? In this episode, Alycia explains that although Christians aren't free to cherry pick Biblical teachings, there are significant differences between moral and civil laws in the Bible. While moral laws reflect God's unchanging character, civil laws were specific to Israel's cultural practices.  Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

Is believing in God or Jesus enough to be a Christian? In this episode, Alycia defines what it means to believe in Jesus and clarifies the difference between acknowledging His existence and having faith in Him and His work.  Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/  

"Why did God create the Tree of Good and Evil if He knew Adam and Eve would be tempted and eat of the tree?" (Kayla, TX) In this episode, Alycia explains the purpose of the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden of Eden, and why God created it in the first place. She describes the concept of free will and its relation to the tree's existence, defines the consequences of the fall for humanity and creation, and equivocates the human temptation to be “like God” to modern issues like identity and technology. Submit your questions here: https://apologetics.org/hey-alycia/