A Detective’s Case for Faith w/ J. Wallace | The PI Files Ep. 12

In this episode of The PI Files, Eric sits down with J. Warner Wallace, former cold case homicide detective and author , for a powerful conversation that bridges law enforcement, truth-seeking, and faith.J spent decades investigating murders, working robbery-homicide, undercover assignments, gangs, and SWAT before applying the same investigative principles he used in cold cases to examine the claims of Christianity. Approaching faith like a detective, he evaluated evidence, eyewitness testimony, motive, and consistency , the same way he would in court.Together, Eric and J discuss the realities of cold case investigations, the emotional weight of unsolved homicides, identity in law enforcement, the current cultural climate surrounding policing, and what ultimately led J from skepticism to belief.This is a thoughtful, behind-the-scenes look at how investigative reasoning intersects with worldview, and what happens when a detective turns his skills toward life’s biggest questions.In this episode, we cover:• What qualifies a homicide as a cold case• The emotional impact of solving decades-old murders• Why most crimes boil down to lust, greed, or power• The hiring crisis and public perception of law enforcement• Identity struggles after retirement• Free will vs. determinism• Applying forensic investigation to the Gospels• Why experience alone isn’t enough to prove truth• Managing anxiety in today’s hyper-connected culture• Why law enforcement is foundational to society👍 Like, follow, and turn on notifications for more real conversations with professionals who operate behind the scenes.If you’re interested in cold case investigations, law enforcement culture, or the intersection of evidence and belief, this episode is for you.#ThePiFiles #EricPeterson #JayWarnerWallace #ColdCase #HomicideDetective #LawEnforcement #ChristianApologetics #TrueCrime #FaithAndEvidence #Investigations #PodcastInterview