Apologetics.com Radio Show

It seems like everywhere you turn today you can find a story of corruption, injustice or immorality that is being championed by our culture. How do we engage with the world around us without getting caught up in a worldly shouting match. Listen in as we discuss different ways Christians can be faithful to the Kingdom of God right where God has you and shine the light of Christ in the world. Send questions or comments to jason@apologetics.com.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, radio host Jon Noyes talks about the cultural understanding of justice. He offers a short critique of critical theory while exploring where it falls short and offering a better standard, true biblical justice.

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito, discuss chapter four of Carl Trueman's book "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self" in which the author pins some of the West's current cultural issues to the lesser known works of the Poets of the Romantic era. We will talk about some of the shaping ideas of Wordsworth, Shelley, and Blake and how they have forged a culture of self determination and emotivism.

With the 2022 midterms on the cusp, “Christian Nationalism” is again the political scape goat and featured entree for mass media. In this episode of the Church and State Report, Logan Zeppieri and Ben Wager take a slight spin to the Christian Nationalism debate by discussing, “Should Nationalists be Christian?” This discussion address questions regarding rhetorical ambiguity, the relationship between “who we are” and “what we do”, the importance of government as a Christian vocation, and why Christians are called to be patriots.

Subjective Truth vs. Objective Humanity Is the real world merely a universe of facts about physical things, or are values and meanings objectively real as well? Can we separate our view of humanity from our view of reality? How subjective is moral truth? In this broadcast Jon and Joel discuss the relationship between materialism and the advance of moral relativism in our culture with respect to the inherent contradictions of a godless worldview. “His mind slid away into the labyrinthine world of doublethink. To know and not to know, to be conscious of complete truthfulness while telling carefully constructed lies, to hold simultaneously two opinions which cancelled out, knowing them to be contradictory and believing in both of them, to use logic against logic, to repudiate morality while laying claim to it . . . to forget whatever it was necessary to forget, then to draw it back into memory again at the moment when it was needed, and then promptly to forget it again: and above all, to apply the same process to the process itself.” – George Orwell, 1984 “Fearing the LORD is the very foundation of wisdom, and knowing the Holy One amounts to insight.” – Proverbs 9:10 “His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divinity in particular, have been made clearly evident from the creation of the world, being recognized by the created beings, leaving them without excuse. Being thus aware of God, you see, they gave Him neither the glory nor gratitude due Him as God, but instead were rendered useless in their reasoning and their hearts were further clouded with nonsense.” – Romans 1:20-21

On this show we take a presuppositional look at how all men everywhere are subject to the laws which govern creation. As subjects to the physical laws all around them, all men come face to face everyday with the eternal power and divine nature of God (Romans 1:20). Learn how to stand firm on the truth of God's revelation while pressing the inescapable self-revelation of God in nature. To this end the Christian will be equipped with the spiritual weapons that are mighty for the pulling down of every reasoning that exalts itself against God.

If all men are without excuse because of the creation that we live in, then scientists and those who cling to science as their “savior” and arbiter of truth are without excuse to a maximum degree. The goal of tonight's show is to unpack that thesis and show exactly why scientists those who believe so ardently in science are without excuse.

In the context of todays confusing messages about what it means to be a Christian, Bob Parucha and Michael Robirds discuss 4 fundamental questions Christians can ask themselves to confirm that they are being faithful as followers of Christ. Church membership and its importance is also discussed.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio, Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel discuss the major ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau which have laid the foundation for much of the self-centered, emotive, and blame-shifting behaviors of society in the West today. This discussion is based on chapter 3 of Carl Trueman's book "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution"

How do we turn a secularized culture from godlessness to one that recognizes the supernatural and the transcendent? It's a wide chasm between spiritual apathy and Christianity, but can we move society closer to acknowledge the failed ideas that thwarts human flourishing and see that the only way forward is to trust the redeeming work of Christ which leads to true peace and happiness? Listen as we continue to discuss chapter 2 of Carl Trueman's "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution."

In this episode on the Church and State Report, Logan and Ben discuss whether pastors should be fired for supporting abortion and what we should be doing about it.

Why is the recent Supreme Court ruling about the Constitution in relation to what is commonly called abortion significant? What does it mean to truly be a pro-life culture and civilization? What further work must be done? Join your host, Daniel Adrean, who is blessed to be a deacon of the supporting sponsor Branch of Hope Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Torrance, as he seeks to answer these questions (and more) and as he labors to lay a Biblical foundation for God's creation of all humans, human dignity and personhood, just versus unjust violence, and more!

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show Dr. Harry Edwards interviews Dr. Jacob Daniel on what it means to posses human dignity.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Show, Jon Noyes discusses the importance of objective truth in the abortion discussion. He entertains callers on this important and timely topic.

The book of Acts is an inspired historical record of the early church as they went about preaching the gospel wherever they went. As they did this, it necessarily led to them engaging in the apologetic endeavor. Join Jason Gallagher and Daniel Adrean as they discuss everyday evangelistic principles from the Book of Acts that lead directly to apologetic principles you can use as you engage the world around you. Contact Jason at www.apologetics.com with questions or comments.

Have you ever met someone who says “I only believe in what I can see or touch?” of those who say “I believe in science” not religion. In this show, learn how you can use the discoveries of Science to prove the invisible attributes of God and the immaterial nature of the world around us. If you have questions or comments, please contact Jason at www.apologetics.com

How is the current generation moving away from the Biblical conception of humanity? Join Jon, Eric, Joel, and special guest hip hop artist Joe Salant as they talk human exceptionalism, contemporary culture, and mankind as purposefully created being. “Then God said, 'Let Us make humanity in Our image, according to Our likeness, and let them have dominion...' ” — Genesis 1:26 “For although they were aware of God, they refused Him the the glory due Him as God and refused Him gratitude as well; so they became meaningless in their rationales and got lost in the darkness of their foolish hearts.” — Romans 1:21

In this episode Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion with Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel on the first chapter of Carl Trueman's book "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self." Specifically we cover the Philip Rieff's cultural development beginning with what he calls the Political Man, then on to the Religious Man, to the Economic Man, and finally onto the Psychological Man.

Abortion is dominating the political landscape again with a leaked draft of a Supreme Court decision. Join Jon, Eric, Chris and Joel as they discuss what abortion is from theological and cultural perspectives. “They spilled innocent blood— the blood of their own sons and daughters—sacrificing them to the idols of Canaan. And so the land became polluted with blood.” — Psalm 106:38

Listen as Jon Noyes discusses the resurrection account according to Mark and the implication Jesus' defeat of death has for your life now.

In this episode of the Apologetics.com radio show, sponsored by Branch of Hope Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Torrance, California, daniel adrean, who is profoundly blessed to be a deacon in the sponsoring church, discusses what role death and resurrection plays both in the Biblical Christian faith itself and in its defense.

Listen as Jon and Chris continue their conversation about postmillennialism. On this episode they discuss why eschatology matters with some callers on the show.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show Jon and Chris talk about eschatology and begin making the case for postmillennialism. They also take listener questions.

On this show Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion addressing internal and external barriers to Christianity, i.e., anti-intellectualism, scientism, POE, etc. On the panel are Dr. Jacob Daniel.

Speech, both oral and written, are at the heart of God's Character and Nature. God spoke the world into existence and He continues to uphold creation by the power of His Word today. Jesus, the Second Person of the Trinity, is the Word Become Flesh and He is also the Truth. With that in view, why do we find ourselves surrounded by a myriad of fake news, misinformation, censorship, and conspiracy theories. Has the enemy, who has been distorting truth and God's Word since the beginning just continuing his old tricks? Is confusion the natural state of things in a nation that has walked away from the God of Truth? Join Jason and Daniel as they look at our current cultural landscape and seek to put these questions in proper perspective according to Scripture. We pray you are blessed as you seek to bring hope and truth to the world around you!

What is the “unity of the faith” that Paul refers to in his letter to the Ephesians (4:16)? Join Jon, Eric, and Joel discuss the New Testament scriptures about what Francis Schaeffer called “the Final Apologetic” in which the world sees the undeniable truth of the gospel in a church unified in love and truth. “From [Messiah as head] the whole body, fitted and held together by every ligament's support, grows and builds itself up in love through the work of each individual part.” -- Eph. 4:13 “I also have given them that glory which You gave Me, so that they may be one, as We are one--I in them, and You in Me--that they may be completed into oneness, so that the world may know ...” -- John 17:22-23a

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, along with Lenny Esposito and Jonathan Noyes discuss the special traits that make up Generation Z. Then we talk through ways to reach them with the Gospel.

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Show Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito discuss C.S. Lewis' Moral Argument, its objective nature and universality. We also cover the good Christianity has brought to the world and rebuttals to skeptics who claim it has done more harm than good, i.e. Crusades, Inquisition, etc.

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion on the interview BablyonBee did with Elon Musk in December of 2021. Some of the topics covered are what Mr. Musk called the “God of Spinoza” when asked if he believed in God and other missed opportunities for further apologetics conversations. One example of a major mishandling of an apologetics moment was Musk's response to an invitation to “accept Christ.” His response was that he liked Jesus' teachings and proceeded to enumerate those virtues that are good to follow. Listen to find out how BabylonBee bungled an opportune apologetics moment, and what Christians can learn from the interaction.

Listen as Jon Noyes talks to Dr. Leslie Wickman about the Star of Bethlehem. What was it? When did it appear? And other related questions that might tell us more about the celestial phenomenon that led the wise men to the place where Jesus was born.

Billions of people celebrate Christmas in some form but many have no idea just how significant it really is. On this show, we will be sharing how to effectively navigate conversations and clearly communicate the gospel with those who hold a variety of false views about Jesus Christ. Jason and Tony have been sharing the gospel on the streets of Los Angeles for over a decade and you will definitely learn some new and effective ways of confirming and defending the gospel and the deity of Jesus Christ. We encourage you to share with those you love and send any questions you have to feedback@apologetics.com.

Did three kings follow the star to a newborn Jesus in a stable in December? Is that in the Bible? Join Jon, Chris and, Joel as they discuss and debunk popular Christmas myths surrounding the birth of Jesus and His early days in Bethlehem. “A Savior, Who is Messiah the Lord, was born for you today in the city of David. This will be the sign for you: You will find the baby swaddled and cribbed in a feeding trough.” Luke 2:11-12

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, Dr. Jacob Daniel, and Lenny Esposito discuss the important and critical role reason plays in the art and science of defending the truth claims of Christianity. Specifically, they cover C.S. Lewis' four facets of rationality that make a pure naturalistic worldview untenable.

In this show, we discuss the topic of Covenantal Apologetics and its relationship to both believers and unbelievers. Covenantal apologetics seeks to bring Van Til's presuppositional methodology into a more accessible and practical context. Join Jason Gallagher and special guest Grant Spear as they survey Dr. Scott Oliphint's book “Covenantal Apologetics” and interact with a caller regarding Covenantal Apologetics relationship to the Trinity.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio show, Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion on a general overview of the Protestant Reformation in 1517 and some of the ideas and practices that resulted from it. Jon Noyes and Jason Gallagher join in studio for a conversation around this important and significant historical event.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com, Dr. Harry Edwards, Dr. Jacob Daniel, and Lenny Esposito discuss the primary role imagination plays in the art and science of defending the truth claims of Christianity to a culture that lacks the plausibility structure that allows for God's existence. Dr. Paul Gould in his book “Cultural Apologetics” encourages the believer to “…demonstrate that the best explanation for why we make architecture and jokes, sculptures and gardens, stories and mythical creatures is because we bear the image of a God who is the master creator, comedian, and storyteller.” Imagination is a pointer to God.

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Jacob Daniel, Dr. Harry Edwards, and special guest Logan Zeppieri the proper role religion in general, Christianity in particular play in civil government and politics. Here we talk about some of the harmful effects of a society who has been socialized into avoiding civil discussions around the subjects of religion and politics, especially how those two relate to each other. Some of the ideas covered here are: – What it means to “Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and unto God the things that are God's.” – the Reformation and it's connection to the U.S. Constitution. – the challenge of living in a pluralistic society. – Two Kingdoms doctrine. – other related topics. For the notes, go to https://apologetics.com/blog/harry/back-on-the-dinner-table-religion-and-politics/

Is increased sin, darkness and evil, God's plan for the future? Or is it simply the logical outworking of a people and nation who has abandoned God's Law and Precepts? Join Jason and Tony as they discuss this topic with the backdrop of Deuteronomy 28 in view. The related topic of the "End Times" definitely comes into this discussion and we interact with callers along these lines. For follow up, email Jason at jason@apologetics.com.

85% of young adults today say one of the reasons they do not go to church is because of the hypocrisy of believers. It's a valid defeater of Christianity. Why would an unbeliever change his or her behavior when adherents of Christianity themselves do not abide by their own standards. It's easy and convenient to dismiss the accusation as a red herring, as some Christian apologists do. This approach however only further adds distance to those we are genuinely seeking God. On this show, Dr. Harry Edwards, Dr. Jacob Daniel and special guest Anthony Costello discuss their approach to this challenge infused with a conversation around C.S. Lewis' last few chapters of Mere Christianity in which he seeks to provide wisdom on the problem of Christian hypocrisy.

One of the reasons today's society has a tough time believing in God is because it has lost its ability to imagine the idea of transcendence, something beyond the natural world. For the skeptic nothing exists beyond the five senses. If it cannot be directly observed or tested in the lab, it does not exist. This commitment to naturalism to a great extent frustrates one's ability to discover truth, putting limits to acquiring knowledge, much less knowledge about God. In this episode Dr. Jacob Daniel and Dr. Harry Edwards with special guest Logan Zeppieri discuss ways to help our modern society explore the plausibility of the supernatural as a pointer to God.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Jon, Chang, and Chris continue the conversation about the popular trend of reconversions. There has been a wave of famous Christians walking away from their faith (Josh Harris, John Steinguard, Rhett and Link, etc.) Why are they reconverting? What can we say to our friends who are wrestling with their faith? There are just some of the questions we talk about on this episode.

Listen to Jon, Eric, and special guest Chris Jenkins as they have a conversation about the arts and entertainment from a Christian worldview.

In this show we review chapter 2 of the book “Urban Apologetics” by Eric Mason which addresses the idea of whitewashed Christianity. In it we explore the definition of whitewashing and how it relates to God's command for us to be truth tellers. Tune in to discover some of the foundational issues behind whitewashing and what an appropriate Christian response should be to this issue.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio, Dr. Harry Edwards along with Lenny Esposito discuss what it means to live in a disenchanted world. They cover the basic philosophical genealogy and causes that brought about society's disregard for the supernatural and an adoption of a purely naturalistic worldview.

Bob Parucha and MICHAEL Robert discuss The implications and meanings of the biblical concept of being made in the image of God. Frances Schaffer's and Voddie Bauchum's works are discussed comparing these with current ideology of CRT and it's implications for human value and meaning.

Join Jon and Eric as they consider the issues with believing in an all-powerful and benevolent Being Who allows bad things to happen. “For as high as the heavens extend above the ground, so are my ways beyond your ways, and my thoughts beyond your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:9

Jon, Eric, and Joel discuss what to make of the current phenomenon of deconversion experiences in the light of the scriptures. "Beloved, although I made every effort to write to you about the salvation we share​, I felt it necessary to write and urge you to contend earnestly for the faith ..." -- Jude 1:3

In this show we begin our review of Pastor Eric Mason's new book Urban Apologetics. This book is packed with practical and relevant information as it relates to reaching the black community with the gospel. Join us as we dig into Chapter 1: Restoring Black Dignity and take calls from our listeners.

Listen as Anthony Costello, Dr. Jacob Daniel and Dr. Harry Edwards discuss the basic tenets of Critical Race Theory and how a progressive agenda is shaping the identity of a younger generation in the United States.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion with Jon Noyes and Jason Gallagher on a couple of apologetics topics which include Bible translations and evangelism.

Join host Jason Gallagher and Tony Yu as they discuss the nuts and bolts of evangelism and how it impacts our apologetics. You won't want to miss the apologetic tool that Charles Spurgeon called our most able "auxiliary" and how you can bring it into your apologetic approach.