Podcasts about Apologetics

J. Warner Wallace examines the way in which Jesus is described by the world's other religious systems. What role does Jesus play in these belief systems and how is He characterized? If Jesus is venerated or described accurately by these world religions, shouldn't seekers examine Christianity as their primary focus?

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner Wallace examines the way in which Jesus is described by the world's other religious systems. What role does Jesus play in these belief systems and how is He characterized? If Jesus is venerated or described accurately by these world religions, shouldn't seekers examine Christianity as their primary focus?

In this episode of Simple Faith with Rusty George, Rusty welcomes Becky Harling, author of How to Listen So Your Kids will Talk for an inspiring conversation on “Making Motherhood Simple.” Becky shares her heartfelt insights on how to navigate the ups and downs of motherhood with grace, faith, and authenticity. Together, she and Rusty explore how simplifying expectations, embracing God's presence, and prioritizing meaningful connection can bring peace to the chaos of everyday family life.Whether you're a new mom, an empty nester, or someone longing for deeper relationships, this conversation offers practical wisdom and spiritual encouragement to help you find joy in the journey.

Clark Nunnelly, Pastor at Fellowship Denver North Metro, joins Autumn to discuss the “meaning crisis” affecting the modern Western world. “The meaning crisis” refers to a cultural and philosophical condition in which many people experience a deep sense of disconnection, purposelessness, and confusion about what makes life meaningful. Christianity offers a purposeful life, given to us by God, ordered after Jesus, anchored in ancient wisdom and in loving community. Is this good news to a world filled with competing self-constructed frameworks of meaning?Resources mentioned in this episode:“The Absurdity of Life Without God” by William Lane CraigReasonable Faith, Third Edition: Christian Truth and Apologetics by William Lane CraigThe Brothers Karamozov by Fyodor DostoyevskyCrime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

5:50 - Why are some Christians so eager to defame Charlie Kirk after his death? / 22:04 - Any advice on leading a Bible study? / 33:24 - Do aborted children go to Heaven, and if they do, what happens at the Resurrection? / 44:51 - My wife cheated on me and filed for divorce, but is now willing to reconcile. Should I take her back?

Can faith survive doubt, family legacy, and the rush of modern technology? In this compelling conversation, Dr. Michael Keller, pastor of Redeemer Lincoln Square, theologian, council member of the Gospel Coalition and a Fellow for the Keller Center for Apologetics. He is also the son of the late Tim Keller. In this conversation, Michael describes his journey from inherited belief to authentic, grace-filled faith. From questioning Christianity amid the pressures of being a pastor's child, to encounters with Buddhism, to the powerful pull of the gospel, Michael's story is honest and deeply relatable.Host Jonathan Youssef joins Michael for a candid discussion on finding true freedom in faith, the humility of repentance, and how artificial intelligence is shaping the way we engage with theology today. Whether wrestling with doubt, digital disruption, or the challenge of living authentically, this conversation offers fresh encouragement for navigating faith in a rapidly changing world.CANDID LISTENER SURVEYWe love bringing you honest, hope-filled conversations about the Christian faith, and we'd love your feedback. We've compiled a short listener survey to help us plan future episodes you'll love. Will you take a couple of minutes to complete it today? Your voice will help shape what's next! Take the Survey NowFollow Candid Conversations on social media:Instagram: @candidpodTikTok: @officiallycandidpodYouTube: @CandidPodSubscribe & Share:If this episode inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others.

Normally on The Evangelism Podcast, I interview other evangelists, but on today's episode, I am the one interviewed. Recently I sat down with Mark Thomas. His podcast is Evangelism on Fire. He had lots of questions for me and I thought you would be interested in hearing our conversation.

Today I have on apologist Mike Winger to explain why he pivoted his channel toward investigating abuse and false teaching in the church especially in settings where prophecy is practiced without accountability. He traces how “cover-up culture” forms, why some leaders stay silent, and how non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), intimidation,and platform protection can compound harm. He also lays out a biblical blueprint for dealing with credible accusations (1 Tim. 5:19–20) that protects the innocent, warns the flock, and seeks real reform not mobs or witch hunts. *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This week we discuss one of the most common but painful life experiences - miscarriage. Despite being common, it remains difficult to both process and navigate. Harder still, we might easily lose ourselves in asking the Lord, "Why?" Join us this week as we discuss some of the ins and outs of dealing with miscarriage. The post God is Sovereign Over Your Miscarriage appeared first on Sheologians.

15:22 - Do you see a push towards replacement theology, specifically by people like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens? / 40:35 - What can I do about a stalker? / 50:30 - Why did Jesus have to be baptized?

Born into the Brahmins, the highest caste class in India, Ganesh began doubting Hinduism while in college and eventually turned to atheism. While in the United States, the hospitality of a Christian family eventually led to the foot of the cross. Come and see. Ganesh Vankataramanan is a graduate from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology.He works as a Vice President at a software technology company. With his background in science and experience in working with highly analytical teams, Ganesh found that scientific explanations, while fine in themselves, lacked depth and human meaning. In his attempts to better understand life, he stumbled across religion and then Jesus. Ganesh in social media:YouTube - @geevesofficial - https://youtube.com/@geevesofficial?si=5mXsz7HiA720ua8YInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/geevesofficial?igsh=dWxkeXQxczNzdmR2&utm_source=qr - @geevesofficial X-https://x.com/cause_first - @cause_firstWebsite https://www.letmeintoheaven.com Free Resources from Watchman Fellowship: Hinduism Profile https://www.watchman.org/staff/jwalker/ProfileHinduism.pdfInternational Society of Krisha Consciousness Profile https://www.watchman.org/profiles/pdf/iskconprofile.pdfAdditional Resources from Watchman: FREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/FreePROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (around 700 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: www.watchman.org/NotebookSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/GiveApologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2025 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

Jane Austen's words and books are well known. But what do we know of Jane herself - what she was like, and what she believed? What did she think of society and class, ethics, literature, romance, and faith?(00:00) - - Jane behind the text (05:51) - - Jane's world (10:35) - - Jane the novelist (19:31) - - The author and the characters (34:24) - - Romance, satire, or something else? (41:35) - - Jane's 'undeceptions' (44:27) - - Jane and the church (53:43) - - Ethics and virtues (58:40) - - Five Minute Jesus (01:03:24) - - Silence on slavery (01:09:19) - - Jane's legacy CREDITS Undeceptions is hosted by John Dickson, produced by Kaley Payne and directed by Mark Hadley. Alasdair Belling is a writer-researcher.Siobhan McGuiness is our online librarian. Lyndie Leviston remains John's wonderful assistant.  Santino Dimarco is Chief Finance and Operations Consultant. Editing by Richard Hamwi.Special thanks to our series sponsor Zondervan for making this Undeception possible. Undeceptions is the flagship podcast of Undeceptions.com - letting the truth out.

16:12 - What are the sons of god in Genesis 6? / 42:01 - Are aborted babies taken to heaven? / 48:38 - What do you think of the British digital ID?

Today the Evangelism Podcast features an interview with Jemimah Opati, a member of Kubamba, a ministry from Kenya. Kubamba uses creative arts like music, drama, and DJing to spread the gospel message to young people in schools and communities. The ministry has been doing outreach work in Zimbabwe for the past two months, going to schools and sharing the love of Jesus.  The team has seen many young people respond to the Gospel and give their lives to Christ. Despite the challenges of living by faith, Jemimah finds great joy in the personal relationships and lives that are transformed through Kubamba's ministry.

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 10/03/2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Discusses a Recent Interaction with an EO Adherent/An Understanding of What Salvation Means/ Losing One's Salvation?/Some Current Social Comments/ Ministry and Being a Military Chaplain/ Matt Discusses Justification/ Should Churches Celebrate Halloween?/ How Pastors Should Approach Morality and Legalism/ October 3, 2025

Today's Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Joe Freymann on his new apologetics book: Summa Apologetica

4:03 - Why would Paul say he's willing to cut himself off from Christ if it meant saving the jews? / 10:15 - What is the actual name of Jesus? / 13:43 - Does Pastor Skinner know the story of the Japanese general who ordered the attack on Pearl Harbor? / 20:24 - Why is John called The Disciple Jesus Loved? / 37:18 - How do I know I won't be tempted to sin during the Millenial Reign? / 45:16 - I am a registered Democrat but I don't agree with the party. / 53:58 - What can I tell my son, who's being told that the Holy Spirit won't come until after water baptism?

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 10/02/2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Announces Plans for the Upcoming "Matt Slick Live" Anniversary/ How Should the Church Handle the Spread of Islam in America/ A Caller Recognizes Failure towards a Friend/ "Turning Point" Members as Unbelievers. Is This Being "Unequally Yoked?"/ EO and Penal Substitutionary Atonement/Matt Explains the Necessity of the Hypostatic Union in reference to Christ's Nature/ Understanding a Word's "Semantic Domain"/"Asteroid" talk?/ October 2, 2025

This episode kicks off a new series titled “Dangerous Discipleship.” Josiah Walker and Bryan Catherman discuss the ramifications of the Charlie Kirk murder, internet discipleship, and how the world is shaping Christians. It may be helpful to pause to think more deeply about how social discipleship is impacting nearly everyone, regardless of faith. The bigger question is, how does all of this affect Christians? How long has the internet been used to disciple Christians, and how have internet personalities contributed to this process? What's the response? What's the better answer? In this series, they'll be talking about these questions and many others. Copyright 2025. For more information, please visit SaltyBeliever.com.

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What would we know about Jesus if we lost every possible Christian document (including the New Testament and writings of the Church Fathers)? What would the earliest unfriendly Greek, Roman, Syrian and Jewish historical documents tell us about Jesus?

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner Wallace describes the ancient non-Christian evidence for the life of Jesus. What would we know about Jesus if we lost every possible Christian document (including the New Testament and writings of the Church Fathers)? What would the earliest unfriendly Greek, Roman, Syrian and Jewish historical documents tell us about Jesus?

06:53 - How can we stay away from worldy things? / 16:23 - Is the state of Israel the same as the chosen people of God? / 38:45 - Mark 10, what does Son of Man mean here? / 49:54 - What is your opinion on free will?

THIS WEEK on Simple Faith, joining us are guests Mike and Debbie Breaux, speaking about marriage, parenting, and everything in between from a Biblical perspective. Mike has been a pastor for over 40 years, and married to his wife Debbie for over 30 years. Together, they have three children, nine grandkids, and have learned a lot over the years about what Biblical parenting and marriage looks like. Tune in to hear more about this!

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 10/01/2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: A Caller Wants Advice on a Personal Supernatural Experience/Living a Sanctified Life/ A Caller asks About The Death of Voddie Baucham/ Does Protestantism Believe that "Mystery Babylon" is the RCC?/Views of Interpreting End Times/Making Judgments/ October 1, 2025

Join the show with a TEXT here!In episode 1 we looked at some objections to the clarity of scripture as well the effectiveness of the spirit in guiding us as well as some other examples of its clarity. Today we double down as we look at what scripture is, how it functions and why its authoritative.Jesus has a view of scripture we should reflect and my hope is after this episode you are encouraged to imitate that. Comment any questions you have and enjoy the episode!

Today we RETURN to open forum debate & QNA ! The topics are literature, books, Bible, Church history, patristics, councils, Islam, Koran, revelation, Protestantism, Calvinism, evangelicalism, Arianism, cults, Hebrew roots, JWs, etc. Calling all MUSLIMS, Catholics, Protestants, Calvinists, Evangelicals, Arians/JWs, Hebrew Roots, Black Hebrew Israelites: Open theological debate. Send Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ The New Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY44LIFE for 44% off now https://choq.com Lore coffee is here: https://www.patristicfaith.com/coffee/ Orders for the Red Book are here: https://jaysanalysis.com/product/the-red-book-essays-on-theology-philosophy-new-jay-dyer-book/ Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Follow me on R0kfin here: https://rokfin.com/jaydyerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (09/30/25), Hank answers the following questions:I was wondering how you reconcile certain passages of Scripture that speak of God changing His mind or repenting? Wade - Springfield, MO (0:55)In Luke 16, how did the rich man converse with Abraham while he was in hell? Alberto - Savannah, GA (6:03)What is apologetics? John - Nashville, TN (17:03)How do we address Old Testament passages that seem to support slavery? Daniel - Nashville, TN (19:06)

4:31 - I identify as a Democrat but I don't agree with them. / 16:47 - Do I get eternal life by simple belief, or through actively following Jesus? / 29:52 - Comment on Psalm 14:1 and context. / 37:52 - Who should we listen to about Israel and the end times? / 46:07 - Can you defend the Trinity? I don't believe in it.

In this episode, renowned philosopher and theologian William Lane Craig explores the significance of Christian apologetics and why defending the faith is more crucial today than ever. From answering tough questions about God's existence to helping Christians share their beliefs with confidence, Dr. Craig offers practical wisdom for believers of all ages. Whether you're a parent raising kids in a skeptical world, a student wrestling with doubts, or simply someone eager to strengthen your faith, this conversation will encourage and equip you. Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Dr. Craig, president of Reasonable Faith. Craig is Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and one of today's most influential Christian philosophers. He came to faith in high school and went on to study at Wheaton College, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, the University of Birmingham, and the University of Munich. Dr. Craig has authored more than thirty books—including The Kalam Cosmological Argument and God, Time, and Eternity—and published over a hundred scholarly articles. In 2016, The Best Schools named him among the fifty most influential living philosophers. To register for Summit Student Conferences, visit: Summit.org/students/ For additional free resources from Summit, go to: Summit.org/resources

Pastor Jose Zayas pastors a church in Portland, OR, but he has a strong calling on his life for evangelism. Today we talk about how to equip the local church to reach people for Jesus. We talk about creating a culture of evangelism in the church by encouraging members to share their faith and inviting people into their homes for discussion and connection. We also talk about Pastor Jose's process for putting together an evangelistic sermon.

Is there a revival in America? In the wake of the recent tragedy of Charlie Kirk, many people are turning to church and God. How must we–as individuals and as a church–respond in our cultural moment? Allie Beth Stuckey is a well known guest and friend of the show and she is here today to share her observations, unique perspective, and offer encouragement for the church. Please share stories below of how YOU have seen people repent, come to church, read their Bibles more, or change their lives. Do you think we are in a revival? Please share your stories and perspective below. READ: "Toxic Empathy" (https://amzn.to/46rSoPm) WATCH: Is Empathy a Sin? A Clarifying Debate (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vwhl0hcrans&t=74s) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09/30/2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Recounts his Interaction with those who Evangelized him/Errors of the RCC and the Need to Study God's Word/ Does Scripture Limit the Number of Children we Should Have?/ Is The World Turning Against Israel?/ Adam and Eve and The Tree of Life?/ A Question About the Capabilities of the Upcoming Website/ There Are no Women Authors of Bible Books—What Does This Mean?/ A Question on The Existence of God and One of Matt's Arguments/A Discussion of Logical Approaches to God's Nature/ September 30, 2025

Message by Pastor Mat - September 28, 2025 Apologetics, Debate, Bible Discussions, Evangelism, and much moreTo know more on how to be saved, what are the requirements and such, please see our playlist on the Gospel and Eternal Security (assurance of salvation) - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3pJdCnnwrEeCQOCTTmDW1GjUYxpd44DG&si=_rT-lThl0klHt5Cd A Bible study on personal works and fruit bearing -"The mystic fruit bowl" Mark 7:5-23 - https://youtu.be/kw7QiLQMQ_M?si=eSOYcF1Ffco6-inI (Discussing discipleship) Bible study on Luke 9:60-62 "Let the dead bury the dead" - https://www.youtube.com/live/BkWtkOrEs-Q?si=y-zyqNGfWi3kzVu2 Our Ministries Website - https://christiancoffeetime.ca/ 1John 5:20) "And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life."-Music: A Flourish by Niya is licensed under a Creative Commons License.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Support by RFM - NCM: https://bit.ly/2xGHypM-

In this episode we answer listener emails that require a bit more than a paragraph of response: is 'grounding' real? What are practical steps to cultivating self-control? So on and so forth, join us! The post Grab Bag appeared first on Sheologians.

5:40 - How do I approach my Catholic children? / 16:39 - Revelation 3:9, what is the Synagogue of Satan? / 24:56 - Do you think the man in prison for Charlie Kirk's murder is the actual killer? / 30:00 - How can I talk to my pastor about putting feelings over truth? / 47:37 - In Exodus, why does a bull that's killed a man have to be stoned to death? / 52:25 - If a church is pastored by a woman, is it backsliding?

Mind Shift: Create a Life-Changing Turning Point in Your Faith In this eye-opening talk, discover how shaping your intellect according to historic Christian beliefs shields you from worldly conformity, leading to true victory in faith. This transformative session reveals how avoiding worldly conformity through intellectual renewal leads to humility, divine wisdom, God-sensitivity, and developing your spiritual gifts—all key to pleasing God.

This episode of Focus, the podcast of Catholic Answers, features a discussion with apologist Trent Horn on how to keep calm and effective when engaging in apologetics. Support the show

Show NotesYes, atheist prayer is a thing! We explain the idea and introduce a philosophy paper on it by Oxford prof Tim Mawson. The paper gave rise to the “Atheist Prayer Experiment” which Justin Brierley conducted and reported on via the Unbelievable? Show in 2012.  We discuss the setup and results of the Experiment. Tim Mawson himself has agreed to be our guest in November to give feedback on our musings.Links:The paper “Praying to stop being an atheist” by Prof Tim Mawson:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k_TWLsLji4te169FZicpg_2vI9vsB330/view?usp=sharing Unbelievable? Shows on the Experiment:Classic Replay: Atheist prayer experiment results show – part 1. 29-9-2022Classic Replay: Atheist prayer experiment results show – part 2. 4-10-2022(Seach ‘Mawson' in your Unbelievable? Feed) The Facebook group on the Experiment, here is the setup page we mentioned and you can click on to group home page:https://www.facebook.com/legacy/notes/227785844014301/ Key Bible passage on those outside the faith seeking God:Acts 17:24-27  Doubts Aloud Links:Please give feedback and ask questions using:  doubtsaloud@gmail.com

Christianity is sometimes branded as anti-intellectual, and its followers labelled unteachable. But in an increasingly divided age, the church - with its rich history of learning - might be able to help the world recover what it means to have a teachable spirit … and to know who to learn from.(00:00) - - How we learn (04:17) - - Teachability (10:44) - - Humility in learning (16:00) - - Is faith a block to thinking critically? (20:58) - - Combating fear with knowledge (28:36) - - Learning from strangers (33:10) - - Learning from the dead (46:26) - - Learning from our enemies (56:33) - - Five Minute Jesus (01:03:56) - - Why learn from Christians? CREDITS Undeceptions is hosted by John Dickson, produced by Kaley Payne and directed by Mark Hadley. Alasdair Belling is a writer-researcher.Siobhan McGuiness is our online librarian. Lyndie Leviston remains John's wonderful assistant.  Santino Dimarco is Chief Finance and Operations Consultant. Editing by Richard Hamwi.Our voice actor for this episode was Suzanne Ellis.Special thanks to our series sponsor Zondervan for making this Undeception possible. Undeceptions is the flagship podcast of Undeceptions.com - letting the truth out.

Why did Charlie Kirk resonate so deeply with young people, and what does that reveal about what's missing in our homes today? In this episode, Shanda sits down with her husband, Dean Fulbright, to talk about the truths every young person should first hear around the dining room table—truths like God exists. They discuss why belief in God shapes a young man's identity, responsibility, and courage, and how fathers and mentors can prepare the next generation to stand firm in a culture that denies Him. Biblical Womanhood Mini Study   Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

4:15 - During the rapture, are kids taken up? / 13:34 - What do you think about 'The Harbinger'? / 31:37 - Were ancient civilizations turned down by God? / 38:42 - Shout out to the station, second day of listening. / 47:26 - Why was Vashti disqualified as Queen in Esther?

Stéphanie welcomes Os Guinness back again on the Gospel Spice podcast. Os offers his analysis of the critical juncture facing Western civilization, particularly America, and provides a trustworthy framework for Christians to understand and thoughtfully respond to today's unique social, cultural, and political challenges. Os Guinness's recent book, Our Civilizational Moment, gave Stephanie a framework to understand the current news headlines, including the assassination and memorial service of Charlie Kirk, a devoted follower of Jesus who died for his beliefs. She and Os discuss the events as Os provides a uniquely courageous and nuanced perspective. Os urges Christians to think deeply, be courageous, and avoid simple partisanship. He advocates looking back to the biblical foundations—faith, family, education—and promoting them through partnership with like-minded individuals, including Jews. Christian maturity means engaging with nuance, confession, and humility, rather than tribalism or reactionary politics. He also hopes for a significant national conversation and rededication, especially approaching America's 250th anniversary, rooted in prayer, repentance, and recommitment to core biblical principles. THE CONVERSATION MORE IN DEPTH Os Guinness defines the concept of a “civilizational moment,” which is a critical point in a civilization's history when its foundational principles are either renewed, replaced, or lost, leading to decline. For the West, this moment involves deciding whether to return to its Judeo-Christian roots or continue on a path shaped by secular Enlightenment thought and radical ideologies. Every civilization faces a time when it must choose—renew what made it great, replace it with something else, or decline and fall. Os describes four major “waves” or movements currently undermining the West from within: ·         The Red Wave: Rooted in cultural Marxism, this movement has transitioned from economic revolution to influencing culture and institutions over decades. ·         The Rainbow Wave: The sexual revolution, driven not just by recent pop culture but by deep philosophical roots aiming to overturn centuries of Judeo-Christian and Jewish values about humanity and sexuality. ·         The Black Wave: Radical Islamism, which has allied itself with the other movements to destabilize Western civilization. ·         The Gold Wave : A nod to economic and technological factors, less emphasized during the conversation, but brilliantly explained in the book. Os explains their convergence—especially the surprising alliance between radical left movements and Islamism—as an effort to dismantle the traditional Western order. These movements often work together, despite their differences, because they share a goal of undermining the Christian-influenced foundations of Western civilization. Guinness reminds listeners that the West owes its structure to the Christian faith, rooted in Judaism. Other influences (Greek, Roman) contributed, but it was the biblical worldview—especially covenantal thinking from the Old Testament—that shaped institutions and ideals. A loss of conviction in these roots leads to confusion about identity and direction, both culturally and politically. America in particular is experiencing: ·         Ideological Polarization: A deep divide between visions anchored either in the American Revolution (biblical) or the French Revolution (secular, Enlightenment). ·         Institutional Polarization: Growing distrust between elites and ordinary citizens. ·         Crisis of Words: The breakdown of truthful, respectful communication, leading to increased violence and mistrust. Os cautions against seeking solutions purely through power or politics, whether from the left or right. Both extremes, if detached from biblical truth and justice, are dangerous. Hope is found in trusting God, returning to biblical truth, and joining together, beyond politics, to seek the good of society and witness to the gospel. Our  “civilizational moment” requires discernment, wisdom, and Christ-centered courage. Christians are called to be salt and light—engaging culture thoughtfully, grounded in truth, and seeking both the renewal of their nation and the flourishing of humanity worldwide. Os helps us identify the key cultural forces at play, and explore how Christians can wisely and courageously navigate this pivotal time. MORE ABOUT “OUR CIVILIZATIONAL MOMENT” Purchase the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Civilizational-Moment-Waning-Worlds/dp/B0DL3LW558/  Where do you find the great civilizations of the world? In ruins, in museums, and in history books. Each one in its time rose, flourished, and then declined and fell. Is the West facing its own civilizational moment today? A civilizational moment is a critical transition phase in the rise, course, and decline of a civilization when a civilization loses its decisive connection with the dynamic that inspired it. Such a moment must then issue in one of three broad options: a renewal of the dynamic that inspired the civilization in the first place, a successful replacement of the original dynamic by another, or the decline of the civilization. In sum, the issue for a civilization in a civilizational moment is its vision of ultimate reality: Is the civilization in living touch with the ideas, ideals, and inspiration that created it in the first place and that it needs to continue to flourish? Or, with its roots severed, is it destined to decline and die? Guinness's analysis is wide-ranging and hard-hitting, but he ends with hope. This book is for all who care about the state of the world, who strive for a human-friendly future, and who are ready to make a stand for what matters. MORE ABOUT OS GUINNESS Os Guinness is an author and social critic. Great-great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the Dublin brewer, he was born in China in World War Two where his parents were medical missionaries. A witness to the climax of the Chinese revolution in 1949, he was expelled with many other foreigners in 1951 and returned to Europe where he was educated in England. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of London and his D.Phil in the social sciences from Oriel College, Oxford. Os has written or edited more than thirty books, including The Call, Time for Truth, Unspeakable, A Free People's Suicide, and The Global Public Square. His latest book, Last Call for Liberty: How America's Genius for Freedom Has Become Its Greatest Threat, was published in 2018. Since moving to the United States in 1984, Os has been a Guest Scholar at the Woodrow Wilson Center for International Studies, a Guest Scholar and Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution, and Senior Fellow at the Trinity Forum and the EastWest Institute in New York. He was the lead drafter of the Williamsburg Charter in 1988, a celebration of the bicentennial of the US Constitution, and later of “The Global Charter of Conscience,” which was published at the European Union Parliament in 2012. Os has spoken at many of the world's major universities, and spoken widely to political and business conferences across the world. He lives with his wife Jenny in the Washington DC area. Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Paul Durham used to be a pastor, but God called him to be an evangelist. Today we talk about the importance of being faithful with the small things and how God will give us big things to do for His kingdom. We also explore how to battle pride and ego as an evangelist.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world at lightning speed bringing both incredible possibilities and sobering dangers. But how should Christians think about AI in light of Scripture, and in particular the book of Revelation? In this conversation, Dr. John Lennox joins me to discuss his concerns about AI, but also his confidence in why the end of history will not come through AI or some other manmade technology. We discuss his newest book God, AI and The End of History. READ: God, AI and the End of History: Understanding the Book of Revelation in an Age of Intelligent Machines by John Lennox (https://amzn.to/3IlJYzS) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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In this blast from the past, J. Warner Wallace examines the popular objection that Christians are biased toward their beliefs and, therefore, cannot assess evidence fairly. Is this true? Is anyone truly free of bias and what role does this play in making decisions in the first place? 

J. Warner Wallace examines the popular objection that Christians are biased toward their beliefs and, therefore, cannot assess evidence fairly. Is this true? Is anyone truly free of bias and what role does this play in making decisions in the first place? 

Have you ever heard of the strange case of Essie Dunbar, or the Dancing Plague of 1518? This week Summer tells us two of history's most unbelievable tall tales. The post Dig Up the Dancing Queen appeared first on Sheologians.