Advocates for Truth

Robert Tyler is joined by three Advocates for Faith & Freedom attorneys to recap some of the hard fought court battles against the unjust and unconstitutional restrictions placed disproportionately on places of worship. As we enter the 16th month of COVID related restrictions, mandates and policies, these attorneys are still actively fighting in court on behalf of religious liberties. Panel: Robert Tyler - President & General Counsel of Advocates for Faith & Freedom Kristina Heuser - Senior Counsel for Advocates for Faith & Freedom Mariah Gondeiro - Counsel for Advocates for Faith & Freedom Nada Higuera - Counsel for Advocates for Faith & Freedom Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/advocates_f​​​​or_truth Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/advocatesfor​​​​truth1 Twitter - https://twitter.com/AdvocatesTruth​​​​ Legal - https://faith-freedom.com/home

2nd Amendment Rights are some of the most diverse contested and support issues in society today. The frequency of public shootings has prompted politicians and legislatures to take action, but will changing or restricting the second amendment fix anything? Join us in this episode as we hear the Riverside County District Attorney's perspective regarding the issue.

A Rabbi, a Preacher, and a Palestinian sit down to discuss to whom God promised Israel... It may sound like the start of a joke, but the dialog in this conversation is very serious. The news and social media have done it again, sowing doubt and speculation over who's to blame for the violence in Israel. Is the IDF persecuting the Palestinian people? Are the Palestinian's to blame for the rocket attacks? Is the violence caused by HAMAS being handled proportionately? All these factors are polarizing and have since caused a new rash of anti-Semitism here in the US. Join us as we discuss the biblical context of the nation of Israel, and to whom God gave the land. Panel: Robert Tyler - President & General Counsel of Advocates for Faith & Freedom Nada Higuera - Lawyer at Advocates for Faith & Freedom Pastor Tom Hughes - Lead Pastor at Church 4|12 Rabbi Michael Barclay - Rabbi at Temple Ner Simcha Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/advocates_f​​​​or_truth Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/advocatesfor​​​​truth1 Twitter - https://twitter.com/AdvocatesTruth ​​​​Legal - https://faith-freedom.com/home

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya and Dr. Simone Gold join us to discuss what the COVID vaccine is made of and how it works. Dr. Bhattacharya's recent research focuses on the epidemiology of COVID-19 as well as an evaluation of policy responses to the epidemic. Dr. Gold brings her medical and legal knowledge to the table, having worked in Washington D.C. for the surgeon general as well as for the Chairman of the U.S. Senate Labor and Human Resources Committee.

Christian support for vaccines has a longstanding history. In recent years, skepticism towards vaccines has grown and infiltrated Christian and non-Christian groups alike. In the early 2000s, celebrities began speaking out against vaccines and the negative effects they believed the vaccines had on their children. The anti-vax movement (as it is commonly referred to) has continued to grow during the Coronavirus pandemic as health leaders have developed a vaccine for COVID-19. Even those who are generally “pro-vaccine” have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine and its short trial period. Due to these concerns, many say that they will wait to receive the vaccine or will not get it at all.

The phrase "court packing" has been frequently used to describe changes to the size of the Supreme Court, but it's better understood as an effort to manipulate the Court's membership for partisan ends. Join us as we approach this topic from a legal and biblical viewpoint.

On February 25, 2021, the House of Representatives passed the Equality Act, which seeks to add sexual orientation and gender identity protections to existing civil rights legislation. This has raised concerns about conflicts between these newly recognized rights of LGBTQ Americans with the religious liberty rights of Christian (and some Muslim and Jewish) businesses, schools, nonprofits, and even places of worship. In reality, anyone who holds to a traditional view of sexuality and marriage could come into conflict with the Equality Act should it pass. In light of this, how should Christians evaluate and respond to the Equality Act?

Ravi Zacharias was a renowned Christian apologist known by his many books, conferences, forums, and ministry---Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM). In 2017, Zacharias was accused of sexual misconduct and quickly buried those claims under a non-disclosure agreement. Following his death in May 2020, additional allegations were brought against Zacharias and an independent investigation into the sexual misconduct of Ravi Zacharias was conducted by Miller & Miller, PLLC, and released a report on their finding on February 9, 2021. Christians may find it difficult to respond biblically to the Ravi Zacharias report. For many, he has been a long-standing and effective apologist for the truth of the gospel. Yet, this does not mean that discoveries of this kind should not be taken seriously. As Christians, we want to avoid the pitfalls of sinful and hurtful responses to this issue (1 John 3:18​, Proverbs 25:11). The Bible calls us to hate sin, but to also love others and have forgiving, merciful hearts (Rom. 12:9; James 2:13​). How can we balance these principles when we react to such allegations?

In an age of social media, a phenomenon has occurred which is causing people to lose their jobs or reputations: cancel culture. In a nutshell, cancel culture is a form of social ostracizing of an individual, group, or company in order to publicly shame them by withdrawing public or financial support.

In light of the pandemic, is it possible that by wearing masks, socially distancing, and complying with all other health orders in place that we could be placing individuals in danger mentally? Tune in as we discuss the potential long term effects these restrictions we as a society may face in the months and years to come, and how it all relates to scripture.

In light of these events, it is worth asking the question of whether, as Christians, such actions could ever be justified. Many of the protestors were carrying signs or banners saying ‘Jesus 2020' and ‘Jesus saves.' Were they acting in accordance with Christian principles? And was the president's response appropriate? This issue has multiple facets to be addressed, and we won't be able to address every one. However, by looking at the actions of the protesters, the President, the public, and the media, Christians can more adequately respond to these events in a biblical manner.

Is Equity the same as Equality? Tune in as we differentiate the distinctions between treatments and outcomes of equity and equality, and how it all relates to scripture.

Special guest, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, joins A4T to discuss what it means for Christians to value life during a world pandemic. Listen in as our panel discuss epidemiology and the role Christians have in being called to love our neighbors to the point of laying down our lives for them.

Robert Tyler, President of Advocates for Faith & Freedom and Partner at Tyler & Brusch, LLP, alongside Pastor Rob McCoy from Godspeak Calvary Chapel, discuss the importance of Christian's voting in this year's election. It's important to note that people have the ability to not imitate the sins of a leader, but that is not possible with laws. Laws require obedience.

California voters are facing Proposition 25 on the 2020 ballot this November, which has the potential to transform how people get out of jail while awaiting trial — making California the first state to replace cash bail with an algorithm. Here's a primer on what you need to know before casting your votes. From a Biblical lens, we analyze CA Proposition 25. Is the cash bail system inherently classist, racist and unfair? Should we switch from something that's working for an alternative that is no better, and potentially more costly? Our expert panel compares the morality and affects both systems pose.

California voters have 12 propositions on the November ballot to untangle. Here's a primer on what you need to know before casting your votes. From a Biblical lens, we analyze California propositions on the 2020 ballot. From stem cell research to bail reform, our expert panel digs into the morality and affects these propositions pose.