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A rocket scientist/engineer and an ER physician/pastor talk about the big questions of God and life. Rightly dividing the line of Truth between faith and science.

Doug Thorpe, Andrew Wyant


    • Feb 25, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 179 EPISODES


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    Late Term Abortion- medical, legal and moral complications Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2019 57:50


    Dr. Andy and Doug discuss the medical, scientific and moral aspects of the recent move toward late-term abortion. This is part 1 of an ongoing dialogue. Much more to come on part 2

    Constantine- the favor or fall of Christianity?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2019 70:35


    Constantine the Great- one of the world's greatest leaders and one who changed Christianity and religion forever. His imprint and legacy has lived on for 1700 years. Today on God Talk, Andy and Doug discuss one of the most captivating and impactful historical figures in one of the most intriguing times of history. Was he the favor or the fall of the Christian faith?

    From the Archives- Back to the Future 3; the future of religion

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2018 65:19


    From the lost archives of God-Talk: found from season 3 and never before published, in this show Doug and Andy discuss the likely future of religion in the world. Dr. Andy discusses 6 emerging trends fueled by post-modernism and the younger generations that are likely to paint a very different complexion of Christian religion in the next 50-100 years

    Dr. T Jennings; God Shaped Brain

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2018 62:27


    Dr. Timothy Jennings M.D. is a psychiatrist and a Christian who discusses his new book "God-Shaped Brain" dealing with the relationship of brain function and neuroplasticity with faith in God

    Christmas Star. Replay from 2015

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2018 46:51


    Encore: listen to this informative and fascinating conversation with physicist and astronomer, Dr. Thomas Pannuti form Morehead State University. He discusses the likely and possible astronomical explanations for the Star of Bethlehem. Originally aired in 2015

    History of Thanksgiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2018 52:02


    A discussion about the controversy and historical roots of Thanksgiving

    Dr. Hugh Ross, 'Creator and Cosmos'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2018 62:34


    Dr. Hugh Ross, Cosmologist and president of Reasons to Believe joins Doug and Andy today to discuss his books 'Creator and Cosmos' and "Always Be Ready'- we discuss God and time, dimensions of space and time, big bang, inflation, and design in the universe as well as Dr Ross talks openly about his path to God and his struggles with Autism. A must listen!

    Dr. Ian Hutchinson; Can a Scientist Believe in Miracles??

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2018 83:36


    Dr. Ian Hutchinson, a plasma physicist and professor of nuclear physics at MIT in Boston discusses his new book 'Can a Scientist Believe in Miracles?' The questions of determinism, the natural laws of science, quantum science and the common objections to miracles are discussed as an MIT scientist gives his apologetic for the miraculous in a world of reason

    Dr. J Zweerink; Origin and End of the Universe, and Fine Tuning

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2018 66:17


    Dr. Jeff Zweerink a cosmologist research scientist from Reasons to Believe joins God-Talk for a discourse on the beginning of the universe, the end of the universe, the fine-tuning of the initial conditions of inflation and the big bang and how these cosmological facts relate to the God of the Bible. This is a fascinating deep dive into the exquisite details of the creation event and a look into how science and scripture posit the end of our world.

    Ken Samples; 3 Heroes of Church History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2018 66:46


    Andy interviews philosopher and Christian apologist, Ken Samples of Reasons to Believe, a science-faith think tank located in California. Tonights show features a dialogue between Andy and Ken about three great fathers of the faith- Augustine, Pascal and CS Lewis. Listen in tonight for a gift of a show!

    Pastor Dustin Wellons; Islamization

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2018 57:37


    Pastor Dustin Wellons is back on God-Talk to discuss the controversial but highly relevant topic, the spread of Islamic fundamentalism into the Western world. Join us for an interesting conversation about world religions, the nature of God, and the tension between radical forms of faith and Western Judeo-Christian worldviews

    Jim Elvidge, 'Are we in a Programmed Reality'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2018 69:52


    Jim Elvidge joins God Talk for a discussion of his book 'Universe Solved' where he explains his theory of everything that posits a programmed digital reality. Are we living in a digital, simulated reality? Don't miss this intriguing conversation on God-Talk!

    Pastor Riser- Radical Leftism; 'Two Toxic Rivers'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2018 58:05


    Dr. Steven Riser, theologian and pastor discusses his paper on the damaging effects of the political and cultural left on the Church and on Christians. Two streams of toxicity seduce the unaware into secular humanism and cultural relativism. This is a great commentary on 'radical leftism' and its impact on American religion

    God and Suffering?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2018 58:30


    God and Suffering? by Doug Thorpe, Andrew Wyant

    God Talk vs. Atheist Armin Navabi pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2018 69:39


    In part 2 of God-Talk vs. Atheist Armin Navabi (Atheist Republic founder), Andy and Doug discuss the argument from design and purpose in the universe for the existence of a divine mind. Fine-tuning, laws of nature and origin of life are debated.

    God Talk vs. Atheist Armin Navabi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2018 50:44


    Dr. Andy & Doug discuss & debate the evidence for theism with Armin Navabi, atheist and leader of Atheist Republic, a very popular atheistic foundation. On this part 1 of a multi-series discussion, God Talk and Armin tackle the question, 'why is the something rather than nothing'- the cosmological argument for God's existence. This is a phenomenal conversation between 2 Christians who are also scientists and one of the most visible voices for the atheistic worldview today. Admin is a blogger, podcaster and speaker as well as a voice for atheism. Join us for a deep discussion into the nature of reality!

    Neil degrasse Tyson Rebuttal; Can God exist with natural evil?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2018 21:57


    God Talk refutes cosmologist Neil degrasse Tyson's argument against the existence of God and natural evil in the world

    Immigration, Catholicism, String Theory; Andres Amaya

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2018 72:28


    On God-Talk we begin a conversation about our separation and differences at the political level with the problem of immigration. Our boundaries separate us and appear to make humans apart, and segregated by borders. We end the show talking about string theory that says the opposite- that we are all one according to the great spiritual teachers and the latest science of quantum mechanics. Andreas Amaya is from South America and joins God-Talk to discuss immigration, Catholicism and String Theory!

    Is God really a Trinity? Dr. Dale Tuggy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2018 68:59


    Is God really a Trinity? Dr. Dale Tuggy by Doug Thorpe, Andrew Wyant

    Dr. Greg Cootsona; Mere Science and Christian Faith.2band

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2018 45:29


    Second conversation with Dr. Cootsona about how both science and religion can and do inform our understanding of reality. His new book, 'Mere Science and Christian Faith' was the basis for this 2nd discussion about such topics as: Who were Adam & Eve? Limits of scientific and theological knowledge? Boundaries of ethics, the bible and science? Technology and its effects on the Church? All this and much more on this episode of God Talk! Enjoy the show, Andy and Doug

    Joseph Selbie; Physics of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2018 70:51


    A discussion about heaven, spiritual realms, God and the relationship to physics and quantum mechanics. Don't miss this informative episode on God Talk!

    God and Millenials; Alison Perry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2018 45:55


    A surprise show, discovered from our recording archives, and never before released! A discussion with Alison Perry on the millennial generation, religion and faith. This is a much needed conversation about the young people of our country and their take on God and the Christian faith from the mouth of a millennial. Don't miss this great flash back from the archives of God Talk

    Mere Science and Christian Faith; Dr. G Cootsona

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 39:00


    Dr. Greg Cootsona- discusses his book 'Mere Science and Christian Faith' dealing with the disconnect between science and faith especially in the younger generation of today. We discuss many aspects at the heart of the science and religion divide,, this is a great show!

    Easter Among the World Religions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2018 71:15


    Discussion about Christianity, Jesus Christ and the God of the Bible in the context of world religions

    Stephen Hawking; Life, Religion and God

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2018 67:03


    Dr. Andy and Doug back on God-Talk today; discuss the life, death and metaphysical commentary of Stephen Hawking. This is a great show that dives deep into Hawking's theoretical cosmology, and his quotes and writings about religion, God, the meaning of human existence, big bang including a discussion of the Hartle-Hawking theory of about the beginning of the universe which posits no Creator. Relax, sit back and get ready for a timely discussion about science and faith

    George Sarris 3 Is there a Hell?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2018 71:12


    George Sarris returns to God Talk to discuss his book, "Heavens Doors" and the past year as he has debated theologians about the nature of Hell and promoted his book. Join Andy and Doug for a theological discussion with George about the character of God, the redemption of sinners and the purpose of Hell as it has been understood thru the centuries

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    Back to the future pt2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2018 43:09


    Dr Andy and Doug discuss space travel, extraterrestrial life and religion in the future 100 years on this episode of God Talk-- back to the future pt2

    Dr. Amit Goswami; Physics of the Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2018 70:49


    Dr. Goswami, professor of physics and prolific author and speaker on quantum physics, cosmology, and spirituality joins us for a deep dive into the nature and qualities of 'the soul' from a scientific and physics standpoint. Although Dr. Goswami is not an orthodox Christian and does view reality from an Eastern perspective, his research and theories inform us much about the relationship of our spiritual essence (the soul) and the physical world we live in. Is it possible that the answers do come from an interpretation of the quantum world? The most important questions of metaphysics and religion are addressed in this interview- is there a God? What is God like? Do we survive death? How can we know about other realms? Is there a multiverse? Did the universe have a beginning? Join Andy & Doug for an insightful conversation with one of the world's foremost authors about these ideas- seeking to rightly divide science and faith issues on God Talk

    Back to the future pt1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2018 64:10


    Dr. Andy & Doug make predictions about the future in the next 200 years- space travel, alien life, abiogenesis, cars, future clothing, medicine, and what will the future of religion and faith look like in the next 200 years? Will humanity evolve into a utopian race? Will humans find immortality? Will we make contact with other life? How will all of this affect our relationship with God? Join us for 'Back to the Future part 1' on God Talk

    Escaping from N Korea

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2017 47:51


    A discussion about the atheistic and communistic worldview of North Korea built around a few real-life stories. Tune in to God Talk to hear what it is really like to live under the sword of the Supreme Leader

    Answers to a Non-Theist Pt2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2017 43:01


    A retort to a God-Talk listener regarding non-theism, atheism, faith, and the basis of knowledge. Is it possible to 'know' there is a God?

    Dr. Adam Francisco; Proof of Resurrection

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2017 74:23


    Dr Adam Francisco, historian and theologian discusses the proof and meaning of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Join Dr. Andy and Doug for an apologetic and practical discussion of Dr. Francisco's new book "Resurrection Contact"

    Dr. Scott Keith, Fatherhood, Grace and God

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2017 68:39


    Dr Keith discusses the role of Fatherhood, its importance to Christianity and the theological significance of good Fathers in our world. We discuss his recent book on this topic

    Reliability of New Testament

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2017 63:08


    Dr. Andy and Doug present a foundational case for the New Testament- an evidential case based on science and historical data

    Circumstantial Evidence, Faith and God's Existence

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2017 81:22


    Doug and Dr Andy respond to a 'non-theist' who challenged the arguments for God's existence, developing a circumstantial evidential case for the existence for God, and an inductive explanation of faith in God

    Dr Granquist; Martin Luther and Reformation 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2017 52:33


    Dr. Granquist, professor or historical theology at Luther Seminary and scholar of the reformation discusses the second part of the Martin Luther story and the reformation of the church

    Dr. Robert Marks, Origins, Evolution and Information

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2017 82:54


    Don't miss this episode of God-Talk! Dr. Marks presents compelling scientific proof based on mathematical modeling that will challenge the long-held foundational beliefs regarding the Darwinian unguided process worshipped by atheistic scientists. Not only that, Dr. Marks who appeared in 'Expelled' with Ben Stein has an interesting story about his walk with God and an inspiring testimony for us all!! Dr. Andy & Doug put his theory to the test

    Dr Dan van Voorhis; Legacy of 1517 and Reformation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2017 81:34


    Don't miss this one! Dr. van Voorhis is a phenomenol historian and theologian and just all-round great guy. In the show we discuss the massive social and historical implications of Martin Luther and the legacy of 1517- its fingerprint is everywhere. This is one of the best summaries on reformation history, Protestant theology and an explanation of the effect religion has had on the Western world. Get ready for a compelling conversation on this week's God-Talk

    Dr. Granquist; The Reformation & life of Martin Luther, part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2017 63:32


    This is the 500 year anniversary of the reformation of the church, Martin Luther's 95 theses, and the start of the Protestant Church- 1517, the year that changed the world. Join us for an interview with Dr. Mark Granquist, professor of Church History at Luther Seminary in Minnesota. This is part 1 of a 2-part interview with Dr Granquist. We cover the early life of Luther and the theological and historical basis of the reformation.

    Did God save us from Hillary?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2017 63:02


    Join Andy and Doug for a conversation about the Trump presidency, the corruption of the Clintons and a 'what-if' look at the way the world could have been if Hilary would have been elected POTUS- all commentary from a Christian worldview perspective. Did God use Trump like He used Cyrus the Great?

    Dr. Peter Forrest; Alternative Concepts of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2017 86:50


    Dr. Peter Forrest, a philosopher, mathematician and professor of philosophy of religion at University of New England in Australia joins God-Talk for a most interesting and deep conversation regarding the nature and character of God. Can we think creatively about God's nature? Is God compatible with having a relationship with humans? Is God changing or never-changing? Where was God before the creation event? Join us as we probe Dr. Peter Forrest's mind about his book, 'Developmental Theism' and hear our 'thoughts on God'

    J. Vernick, Global Warming, "Is Mankind Heating Up the Earth'?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2017 66:55


    Today on God-Talk, Dr. Andy and Doug welcome John Vernick for a conversation on global warming, as they as, 'is mankind heating up the earth?' Along they way they discuss globalism, the science of global warming, and God's expectations for stewardship and environmental activism. Join us for a great discussion on an important topic!

    Dr. Michael Heiser; Divine Council Theology

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2017 79:53


    Dr. Michael Heiser, biblical scholar discusses the 'divine Council theology' and the worldview implications of the 'Unseen Realm'- join us for a look at the spiritual realm and the supernatural world

    Pastor Jeff Hency; What is Forgiveness?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2017 64:08


    A discussion about the theological and practical aspects of the Christian doctrine of forgiveness with pastor and Old Testament scholar Jeff Hency

    Dr. Jeffrey Long, God and the Afterlife

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2017 69:28


    Dr. Jeffrey Long, a Radiation Oncologist and NDE Researcher- discusses his new book "God and the Afterlife" which reveals the results of his research seeking the character and person of God from those who have clinically died and encountered the Supreme Being in the afterlife. What a great interview!

    Why do Theists see God in the Cosmos?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2017 67:31


    Dr. Andy and Doug delve into the scientific and religious reasons why those of faith in God (theists) look at the cosmos and see a divine mind clearly, while atheists look at the same data and see randomness. Part 1 of a 2 part conversation. This is a very good discussion of apologetics and basic worldview analysis!

    Ken Samples; Science vs Religion, friends or foes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2017 92:24


    Ken Samples joins the show to discuss the philosophical, historical and religious implications of religion & science relationships. An interesting and thought-provoking conversation with Ken from Reasons to Believe.

    Fr Rod Walton, The Supernatural in Pastoral Theology

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2017 64:37


    Father Rod Walton, a Catholic priest in England, shares his experience and his book about merging the evidential basis for the supernatural realm, God, and the afterlife. Much of his ministry involves helping those who struggle with grief, loss and bereavement. His methodology is an apologetic application of the science-faith interface.

    Leslie Kean; Surviving Death

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2017 94:07


    Leslie Kean, an investigative journalist, discusses her new book, "Surviving Death" where she takes a non-biased approach to answer the question, 'does our identity survive death?' This is a scientific search to answer this metaphysical question. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.

    George Sarris; Heavens Door Pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2017 69:08


    Part 2 of the compelling discussion of 'Heavens Door' about the purpose and eternality of hell and the ultimate character of God. George Sarris is a great guest, and Dr Andy and Doug wrap up the implications of this book

    George Sarris; Heavens Door, Pt 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2017 61:15


    George Sarris joins God-Talk for a 2-part discussion of his new book, "Heavens Door" dealing with hell and the church history and theological understanding from scripture of what happens to the damned when they die? Is hell an eternal torment? Is it everlasting? What is the purpose? How is this consistent with a God who loves us? What does the bible say about hell... this and much more on part on of Heavens Door. Join and Dr. Andy and Doug for a great 2-part show on a controversial topic!!

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