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SummaryIn this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross speak with Dr. Marcus Ross, a prominent figure in the Young Earth Creationism debate. They explore Dr. Ross's background, his journey in paleontology, and the challenges faced by Young Earth Creationists. The conversation delves into the historical context of Young Earth Creationism, the evidence supporting it, and the importance of open dialogue in understanding differing perspectives on creation and evolution. Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Apologetics 315 Podcast08:30 - Interview with Dr. Marcus Ross17:46 - Dr. Ross's Background and Education18:15 - Understanding Young Earth Creationism35:02 - Evidence for Young Earth Creationism39:17 - The Dynamics of Scientific Discourse41:13 - Exploring Radioactive Dating and Young Earth Hypotheses53:31 - Young Earth Creationism and Scientific Methodology58:30 - Interpreting the Fossil Record Through a Young Earth Lens01:11:01 - Dinosaurs and the Young Earth Perspective01:16:43 - Punctuated Equilibrium and Paleontology01:19:07 - Interpreting Data and Scriptural Context01:23:21 - The Starting Point of Interpretation01:30:46 - The Challenge of Young Earth Creationism01:37:51 - Exploring Views on Creation and Salvation01:44:10 - Collaboration Between Young and Old Earth Creationists01:52:15 - Resources for Young Earth Creationism================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
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Episode Summary:In this episode of the Apologetics 315 Podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross welcome back J. Warner Wallace and his son Jimmy Wallace to discuss their new graphic novel, 'Case Files: Murder and Meaning.' The conversation explores their journey into comic books, the collaborative process of creating a graphic novel, and the themes of identity and value within the context of law enforcement. They also discuss the challenges of balancing Christian and secular perspectives in storytelling, aiming to create a narrative that resonates with a diverse audience. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of identity, particularly within the context of law enforcement and the creative process behind their graphic novel. They discuss the importance of apologetics in storytelling, the challenges of character development, and the impact of fiction on moral understanding. The dialogue also touches on the future of their series and the hope of reaching both Christian and non-Christian audiences through their work.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests03:09 The Journey into Comic Books05:49 Creating a Graphic Novel: The Collaboration09:11 Exploring Themes of Identity and Value11:50 Balancing Christian and Secular Perspectives14:54 The Challenges of Writing for Diverse Audiences20:27 Struggles of Identity in Law Enforcement22:28 The Role of Apologetics in Fiction24:40 Creative Process in Graphic Novels26:48 Character Development and Artistic Vision30:11 Exploring Meaning in Life and Death34:45 The Impact of Fiction on Moral Development38:41 Future Directions for the Series================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on X, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
Episode Summary:In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss the book “Rational Faith” by Stephen T. Davis. They explore the unique approach Davis takes in defending Christianity, emphasizing humility in apologetics and the rational basis for faith. The conversation covers various themes including theistic evolution, the reliability of the Gospels, and arguments for the resurrection of Jesus. The hosts appreciate Davis's ability to present complex ideas in an accessible manner, making a case for Christianity that is both thoughtful and engaging.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:48 Overview of “Rational Faith” by Stephen T. Davis02:59 Unique Approach to Apologetics06:10 Humility in Apologetics09:01 Theistic Evolution and Christianity11:56 Faith and Reason in Christianity15:05 Cosmological Arguments for God's Existence17:52 The Reliability of the Gospels21:03 The Resurrection of Jesus34:42 Conclusion and Future Discussions================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
Episode Summary:In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross welcome Professor Ken Samples to discuss his new book, 'Clear Thinking in a Messy World.' The conversation explores the intersection of logic, critical thinking, and the Christian worldview, emphasizing the importance of discernment and understanding cognitive biases. The hosts and Ken delve into the significance of Jesus as a logician and thinker, the role of science and philosophy in achieving objectivity, and the necessity of careful thinking in today's information-saturated environment. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the significance of logic and critical thinking, emphasizing their role as tools for clearer thinking and better work across various fields. They discuss the importance of understanding logical fallacies while maintaining a charitable approach in discussions. The conversation also highlights the necessity of character development in education, the value of revisiting great books, and the idea of the church functioning as a school for intellectual growth. Practical steps for fostering a more intellectually engaging church environment are shared, along with insights on mastering topics through worldview thinking and utilizing resources effectively for learning.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest03:30 The Significance of Logic in Christianity09:55 Jesus as a Logician and Thinker16:08 The Importance of Discernment in a Messy World21:58 Understanding Cognitive Biases29:56 The Role of Science and Philosophy in Objectivity37:33 The Power of Logic and Critical Thinking40:08 Understanding Logical Fallacies48:37 The Importance of Character in Education49:05 Books That Shape the Mind56:14 The Church as a School01:02:58 Mastering a Topic Through Worldview Thinking01:09:11 Utilizing the Book for Learning================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
Episode Summary:In this first episode of 2025, Brian Auten and Chad Gross dive into a "Cornucopia" of topics, offering an eclectic mix of discussion points for anyone interested in apologetics, Christian living, and the new year ahead. The hosts share insights on their favorite apologetic arguments, explore the reliability of the New Testament, and provide encouragement for Christian parents. They also discuss Wesley Huff's recent debate and appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, reflecting on lessons learned and the importance of humility and grace in apologetic engagement. The episode wraps up with reflections on God's will, advice for parents raising children in the faith, and plans for upcoming book discussions in the podcast.Time Stamps:00:00 – Introduction: Happy New Year from Brian and Chad! Overview of the "Cornucopia" episode.02:31 – Quickfire Apologetics Questions: Favorite topics, arguments, and conversation starters.09:31 – Favorite Argument to Explain: Resurrection vs. design vs. contingency.14:24 – Key Question for Non-Believers: How to initiate meaningful faith conversations.21:22 – Illustrating the Moral Argument: Using movie characters like the Joker to highlight objective morality.26:05 – Content Creation vs. Artistry: Balancing authenticity with modern pressures of creating content.40:35 – Wesley Huff's Joe Rogan Appearance: Reflections on debates, patience, and truth in apologetics.54:43 – Book Club Announcement: Rational Faith by Stephen T. Davis – What to expect.01:02:01 – Listener Question: What does "God's will" mean in different contexts?01:13:56 – Encouragement for Christian Parents: When children stray from faith – lessons from Genesis.01:21:16 – Closing Thoughts and Gratitude: Looking ahead to new episodes and topics.Rational Faith by Stephen T. Davis: https://www.amazon.com/Rational-Faith-Philosophers-Defense-Christianity/dp/0830844740================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
SummaryIn this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross speak with Benjamin Shaw, a distinguished Christian apologist and author of Trustworthy: 13 Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament.'The discussion covers Shaw's personal journey into apologetics, the importance of New Testament reliability, and the historical criteria that support it. Shaw emphasizes the cumulative approach to understanding the New Testament, the significance of the Gospels as Greco-Roman biographies, and the value of both Christian and non-Christian sources in establishing the reliability of the New Testament. The conversation also touches on the minimal facts approach to the resurrection and the mission of Core Apologetics to make apologetic resources more accessible to churches and believers.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates05:46 Introducing Benjamin Shaw and His Work06:14 Benjamin Shaw's Background and Journey11:29 Lessons from Gary Habermas14:52 Core Apologetics and Its Mission15:50 Exploring New Testament Reliability16:19 Historical Criteria for Reliability21:53 Understanding Trustworthiness and Reliability23:47 Cumulative Approach to Reliability26:11 Gospels as Greco-Roman Biographies30:02 Authorship and Its Importance37:02 Non-Christian Sources and Their Value41:49 Confidence in Early Sources48:32 Persuasive Arguments for Reliability54:39 Minimal Facts vs. Maximal Approach58:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode Matthew picks apart an episode of the Apologetics 365 podcast from May 2022. See links at 1, where Brian Auten & Chad Gross discuss five arguments they think every Christian should know. While Matthew explains why they are bullshit and they should not convince you to take Christianity seriously. The arguments covered are: Cosmological Arguments, Design Arguments, Moral Arguments, Resurrection Arguments, New Testament Arguments and the Argument Against Religious Pluralism. 1) original podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/076-five-arguments-christians-should-know/id351907712?i=1000564478893 https://apologetics315.com/2022/05/apologetics-315-podcast-076-five-arguments-christians-should-know/ 2) Religious pluralism https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religious_pluralism 3) The Kalam Cosmological Argument https://www.philosophyofreligion.uk/theistic-proofs/the-cosmological-argument/the-kalam-cosmological-argument/ 4) Skydivephil video on the Kalam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGKe6YzHiME 5) The Reliability of the New Testament https://www.historicalbiblesociety.org/reliability-of-new-testament/ 6) The Bible is not a reliable historical source https://religions.wiki/index.php/The_Bible_is_not_a_reliable_historical_source 7) Moral Law https://www.namb.net/apologetics/resource/evidence-for-god-the-moral-argument/ https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/an-introduction-to-ethics/moral-law/AF16C2CE2AD534DF2502647E26287FA8# 8) Fine tuned arguments https://phys.org/news/2021-11-universe-fine-tuned-life.html https://www.universetoday.com/153083/is-the-universe-fine-tuned-for-life/ https://theconversation.com/peer-review-the-fallacy-of-fine-tuning-2540 9) 12 reasons you can trust the New Testament manuscripts https://crossexamined.org/12-reasons-to-trust-the-new-testament/ To contact us, email: reasonpress@gmail.com our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reasonpress2901 Our Theme Music was written for us by Holly, to support her and to purchase her music use the links below: https://hollykirstensongs.com/ https://hollykirsten.bandcamp.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/still-unbelievable/message
In this episode, Brian Auten & Chad Gross engage with philosopher Paul Gould to discuss the profound connection between beauty, love, theism. They delve into why beauty is more likely on theism than naturalism and explore various philosophical perspectives on love and the recognition of beauty.Topics Covered:1. Introduction to the Topic of Beauty: - Beauty in Theism vs. Naturalism: - Gould explains why beauty is more likely on theism than naturalism. - Discussion on the analogy between human artistic creativity and the universe's beauty. - The improbability of a universe saturated with beauty under naturalism's unguided, blind forces.2. Philosophical Arguments and Analogies: - Human Artistic Creativity: - Creating beautiful art requires skill and intention, paralleling the idea of a divine artist behind the universe. - Entropy and Beauty: - Examination of why beauty persists despite the laws of entropy and randomness under naturalism.3. Exploring the Nature of Love: - Defining Love: - Gould outlines five features of love: 1. Multi-directed 2. Complex 3. Deep and Enduring 4. Active and Passive 5. Valuable - Discussion on how contemporary philosophical views often fail to capture these features fully. - Aquinas's wisdom on love as a comprehensive framework.4. Beauty as a Properly Basic Belief: - Plantinga's Concept of Properly Basic Beliefs: - Inquiry into whether the recognition of beauty can be considered a properly basic belief, not needing argumentation to be justified. - Experiences of Beauty: - Distinctions between judgments of beauty, experiences of beauty, beautiful things, and beauty itself. - The Christian story's integration of beauty, truth, and goodness, particularly through the narrative of the cross.5. Listener Questions and Practical Insights: - Interacting with Listener Inquiries: - Addressing questions about the recognition and judgment of beauty. - Discussion on the practical implications of philosophical views on love and beauty.Key Quotes:- Paul Gould on Beauty and Naturalism: "If naturalism is true, and the universe is just the result of unguided, blind forces, you would not expect beauty to saturate the world. By analogy, just as beauty is very hard for human artists, it's surprising for it to saturate the world without a divine artist."- **Brian Auten on the Christian Story:** "The cross being the God of the universe, sacrificing himself for sinners to save them, even when they hate him, is the most beautiful story there is. It brings tears to your eyes because it's beautiful."- Paul Gould on Love: "Love is multi-directed, complex, deep and enduring, active and passive, and valuable. We need an account of love that captures all these features."================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Dr. Hugh Ross joins Brian Auten and Chad Gross to discuss his book "Rescuing Inerrancy: A Scientific Defense." Dr. Ross, an astrophysicist and Christian apologist, explains how modern scientific discoveries actually strengthen the case for biblical inerrancy rather than undermining it. He argues against the notion that science forces a redefinition of inerrancy, showing how the latest findings in fields like genetics and cosmology align with a literal, historical interpretation of the Bible's creation texts. Dr. Ross' book is available at https://a315.co/3xfWniEA major focus of the discussion is the debate around human origins and the historical existence of Adam and Eve. Dr. Ross presents scientific evidence supporting the descent of all humanity from an original couple created by God, refuting claims that genetic diversity requires a larger founding population. He also discusses William Lane Craig's model positing Adam living hundreds of thousands of years ago and explains why he sees this as inconsistent with biblical and scientific data pointing to a more recent origin of humanity during the last ice age.The conversation covers other important topics like Dr. Ross' moderate concordist approach to harmonizing science and Scripture, the influence of Old Testament scholar John Walton's "Lost World" writings, and the nature of Noah's Flood which Dr. Ross sees as regional rather than global based on exegetical and scientific considerations. Listeners are encouraged to explore Dr. Ross' other resources at https://reasons.org including his forthcoming book on Noah's Flood. The podcast reminds Christians that modern science can be a powerful evangelistic tool when properly understood.================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Alisa Childers about the topic of deconstruction, and unpack ideas discussed in her newest book: The Deconstruction of Christianity: What It Is, Why It's Destructive, and How to Respond co-authored with Tim Barnett.https://a315.co/3SmCWvpThe podcast focuses on the faith deconstruction movement that is becoming more popular, especially among young people. Alisa Childers explains that deconstruction involves re-examining and often dismantling one's childhood faith. It stems from postmodern philosophy which questions whether objective truth exists, especially when it comes to religion and morality. Deconstruction sees things like biblical authority and sexual ethics as oppressive tools used by the church. Social media plays a big role by providing an online community that affirms and celebrates people's decisions to deconstruct and leave their faith. Childers notes that a crisis of faith or negative church experience can trigger deconstruction, especially if someone lacks a deep personal relationship with Christ. Intellectual doubts can often be resolved through study and apologetics resources, but emotional doubts driven by trauma or wounds may need counseling. For those with deconstructing loved ones, she advises understanding the philosophical roots of the movement, resisting heated arguments, and providing a loving presence while avoiding compromise on biblical truth. Parents of deconstructing teens can limit social media access to help them detox from harmful online influence.The church can reduce triggers for deconstruction by addressing spiritual abuse issues and improving biblical discipleship. Megachurches focused on growth sometimes fail to adequately shepherd members. Childers encourages honest doubting and questioning within a biblical framework, not rejecting scriptural authority. Christians should handle crises of faith by examining the roots of their doubt, pursuing truth with courage and humility, and leaning on the Holy Spirit for guidance during struggles.================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
This special end-of-year episode features hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross reflecting on 14 years of podcasting. They announce some changes coming in 2023, including less frequent but more focused episodes centered on topics they are passionate about. They also share lessons learned over 300+ episodes, like the importance of understanding multiple perspectives, asking good questions, and clearly explaining complex subjects.The hosts reminisce about memorable past guests. They discuss what makes some lesser-known thinkers stand out for their clarity and approachability. A lighthearted segment features their top 10 list of real excuses guests have used over the years to reschedule interviews, ranging from missed flights to scheduled gardening appointments.Looking ahead, Brian and Chad are excited to continue equipping listeners to understand their faith, think critically about issues, and winsomely engage others. They welcome ideas for future guests and topics of interest to guide their 2023 episodes. Feedback and suggestions can be sent to podcast@apologetics315.com.================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Michael Jones of the Inspiring Philosophy YouTube channel. They discuss the problem of divine hiddenness - the idea that if God existed, he would make his existence clearly evident to everyone, yet there are many non-resistant nonbelievers who earnestly seek God but do not find convincing evidence of his existence. This is seen as evidence against God's existence.Michael provides an overview of the divine hiddenness argument, explaining key concepts like "non-resistant nonbelievers." He argues that the idea of truly non-resistant nonbelievers is questionable, since human psychology tends to defend our beliefs. Michael also discusses assumptions made about God's nature in the argument, and that God's goal may not be to convince everyone of basic theism but to create "cognitively robust theism" - loving God for the right reasons. They also touch on related issues like the difference between divine hiddenness and the problem of evil.Michael gives advice for those struggling with doubts from divine hiddenness - to focus on studying the evidence for Jesus' resurrection, living out the gospel message of selflessness, and recognizing our own sin and need for a savior. He recommends resources for further study like books by Paul Moser and Tim Stratton.Further resources…Inspiring Philosophy YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@InspiringPhilosophyInspiring Philosophy Website:www.inspiringphilosophy.orgWhy does God Hide? - https://a315.co/47u2htnMichael Jones vs. Tyler Vela: “Why Does God Hide?” - https://a315.co/3Qxuadj================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Tyson James, the global director of Reasonable Faith Chapters.This episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast featured an interview with Tyson James, the global director of Reasonable Faith chapters. Tyson shared about his journey to Christianity and how studying apologetics strengthened his faith. He explained that Reasonable Faith chapters are small groups at churches focused on studying Christianity and answering objections, with the goal of fulfilling Reasonable Faith's mission at the local level.Tyson outlined the simple process for starting a Reasonable Faith chapter, noting that directors have flexibility in how they structure meetings. He offered encouragement for those nervous about leading a chapter without formal apologetics training. Tyson shared stories of God working through the chapters, including outreach to a previously unreached tribe in Nepal. He noted that Reasonable Faith has nearly 250 chapters in 39 countries, aiming for 1000 total. Tyson directed listeners to ReasonableFaith.org/chapters to learn more about getting involved.Further resources…https://ReasonableFaith.org/chaptersTyson James on X: @nosyt43Sound Faith Consulting, and Tyson's Bio: https://soundfaithconsulting.com/about================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview renowned apologist Greg Koukl. Koukl is the founder of Stand to Reason, an organization that equips Christians to defend their faith and engage in meaningful conversations.The discussion centers around using questions to have better conversations about Christianity, drawing from Koukl's books Tactics and his latest work Street Smarts. Koukl explains how questions can guide conversations in a more constructive direction and help "put a stone in someone's shoe" to get them thinking about faith topics.Koukl outlines his "gardener approach" to evangelism, focusing more on asking thoughtful questions to plant seeds rather than trying to lead someone to a moment of conversion. He demonstrates this questioning approach through a roleplay conversation about the problem of divine hiddenness. Koukl responds to the objection by asking clarifying questions, correcting underlying assumptions, and presenting evidence for God's existence. This models how to have a relaxed yet thoughtful dialogue.Koukl emphasizes that the key is to gather information through questions, avoid preaching, and lead the person to put pieces on the table themselves. The goal is to get people thinking carefully about their beliefs and objections. Koukl's Tactics provide tools to engage skeptics without being confrontational. Further resources…• Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges - https://a315.co/StreetSmarts• The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How It Ends, and Everything Important that Happens in Between - https://a315.co/3FpqFAl• Relativism: Feet Firmly Planted in Mid-Air - https://a315.co/3M4AMyr• Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions - https://a315.co/46YCclW• Street Smarts Study Guide: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges - https://a315.co/3tMmETZ================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview J. Steve Miller on the topic of deathbed experiences and near death experiences.0:24 - Intro to Steve Miller and his books4:50 - Welcome to Steve Miller5:00 - How did he get into this area of research?7:42 - What's the difference between deathbed experiences and near-death experiences?12:40 - Examples of these experiences 16:16 - The cumulative effect of many similar experiences 17:27 - What are the lines of evidence that are good when looking at these experiences?22:20 - “Naturalism of the gaps” objections to NDEs25:19 - The common experience of terminal lucidity40:36 - What are deathbed experiences?48:11 - Could these experiences be demonic in nature?54:43 - Experiences contrary to theological expectations?1:01:18 - The practical benefits of NDE and DBE research1:07:18 - Suggested books for further study…Further resources…J Steve Miller online: www.jstevemiller.infoSteve's books:Deathbed Experiences as Evidence for the Afterlife - https://a315.co/3Fr5XjxNear-Death Experiences as Evidence for the Existence of God and Heaven: A Brief Introduction in Plain Language - https://a315.co/3FsJVgtIs Christianity Compatible With Deathbed and Near-Death Experiences? : The Surprising Presence of Jesus, Scarcity of Anti-Christian Elements, And Compatibility with Historic Christian Teachings - https://a315.co/3FqsXiMFaith That's Not Blind: A Brief Introduction to Contemporary Arguments For the Existence of God - https://a315.co/3QuFUyxWhy Brilliant People Believe Nonsense: A Practical Text For Critical and Creative Thinking - https://a315.co/3FqhQqf================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross speak with Professor Nancy Pearcey about her book The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes - https://a315.co/468rzNF0:24 - Intro banter on hobbit food2:15 - Intro to Nancy Pearcey and her book The Toxic War Against Masculinity6:16 - Welcome to Nancy6:46 - Nancy's background and why she wrote the book9:14 - Francis Schaeffer's influence on Nancy Pearcey15:41 - Why a toxic war against masculinity?18:35 - The statistics among Christians and non-Christians22:18 - The difference between nominal Christian men and committed Christian men25:36 - What's changed to bring about a resistance against masculinity?30:07 - Why men are looked down on these days33:00 - Two competing scripts for masculinity 37:03 - How secularism has changed the approach towards men40:14 - How has the church responded?47:50 - Abuse and how the church can respondFurther resources…Nancy Pearcey online: www.nancypearcey.comNancy Pearcey's latest book is The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes Her earlier books includeLove Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions about Life and Sexuality,The Soul of Science Saving LeonardoFinding TruthHow Now Shall We LiveTotal TruthHer books have been translated into 19 languages. She is professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University. A former agnostic, Pearcey has spoken at universities such as Princeton, Stanford, USC, and Dartmouth. She has been quoted in *he New Yorker and Newsweek, highlighted as one of the five top women apologists by Christianity Today, and hailed in The Economist as "America's pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual."================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross speak with Justin Brierley (www.justinbrierley.com) about his book The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again - https://a315.co/3PBmXZ70:24 - Brian and Chad discuss the book5:27 - Intro to Justin, welcome back!7:15 - How did the new atheism actually help Christianity?9:12 - The change in the cultural landscape13:30 - Atheists who are now no longer fighting Christianity 17:30 - Why the structure of the book?24:56 - How has social media changed?27:58 - Reasons why the Bible is being taken seriously by academics 33:21 - Arguments & evidence vs. experience37:10 - The left and the right brain and spiritual experiences39:34 - The meaning crisis that is left when you remove Christianity42:30 - How can the church respond to the cultural climate?47:21 - Further resources…Justin's new podcasts:Re-Enchanting - https://a315.co/3thIFKjMaybeGod Podcast - https://a315.co/3LGOh7fCheck out this previous episode with Justin Brierley here:https://a315.co/3tlXXxt================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Corey Miller and Ross Anderson, two former Mormons, on their book Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message: Confident Conversations with Mormon Missionaries (and Other Latter-day Saints) - https://a315.co/3PYWohYCheck out the website www.mormonmissionarymessage.com for more!About our guests: https://a315.co/45c79Su0:24 - Intro to the book and our guests2:47 - Welcome to Corey and Ross4:23 - How did the book come together?7:20 - What was it like growing up in the Mormon culture?11:18 - What led Corey and Ross to start doubting Mormonism?17:40 - What does doubting Mormonism usually lead to?22:45 - What are the primary authorities for Mormons?26:10 - Questioning the testimony of Mormons31:40 - What sows doubt into Mormons' experiences?37:45 - The life of a Mormon missionary40:30 - What do you say to the Mormon at your door?45:00 - What to avoid saying?48:25 - The usefulness of the book and where to find more resourcesCheck out the website www.mormonmissionarymessage.com for more!Corey Miller & Ratio Christi:https://ratiochristi.org/people/corey-miller/Ross Anderson: www.faithaftermormonism.org================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Christian Philosopher Peter S. Williams about his book An Informed Cosmos: Essays on Intelligent Design Theory. Find his resources at www.peterswilliams.com0:24 - Intro to our guest2:15 - About the book An Informed Cosmos9:25 - Getting clarity on what intelligent design is14:10 - Is I.D. science? And defining “science”19:39 - Truth as the most important approach21:56 - Imposing worldviews on the data?25:01 - Is evolution the means by which God created?29:21 - What role does a Darwinian process play?35:00 - How did Peter go from being a theistic evolutionist to an ID proponent?40:45 - What tipped the balance for Peter?46:52 - What role does information play in design detection?53:21 - Can we recognize non-intelligent design?54:57 - Theistic interpretations?56:22 - Paley's “watchmaker” shows that we can detect design?1:00:13 - Prevailing errors when thinking about design1:05:00 - Is intelligent design “creationism”?1:06:25 - How has intelligent design changed Peter's thinking?1:13:30 - Peter's music - www.peterswilliams.com/composingCheck out a past episode with Peter S. Williams:006 - Outgrowing God? with Peter S. Williams - https://a315.co/4615IYjBooks by Peter S. Williams:An Informed Cosmos: Essays on Intelligent Design Theory - https://a315.co/48ugxUcA Universe From Someone: Essays on Natural Theology - https://a315.co/46GLUtlApologetics in 3D: Essays on Apologetics and Spirituality - https://a315.co/3PtMqUuOutgrowing God? A Beginner's Guide to Richard Dawkins and the God Debate - https://a315.co/3Pww9xPGetting at Jesus: A Comprehensive Critique of Neo-Atheist Nonsense About the Jesus of History - https://a315.co/46pUFriA Faithful Guide to Philosophy: A Christian Introduction to the Love of Wisdom - https://a315.co/3Ptm0C3C.S. Lewis vs the New Atheists - https://a315.co/48ugxUc================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Lydia McGrew about her book Testimonies to the Truth: Why You Can Trust the Gospels. 0:24 - Intro to Lydia McGrew1:51 - Welcome Lydia, and intro to the book3:43 - How does a philosopher approach the Gospels?6:39 - Is an “outside perspective” welcomed?9:28 - Old and new approaches to the Gospels12:03 - Current approach of scholars to the New Testament15:44 - How have Christians historically defended the Gospels?16:50 - Why a cumulative case approach?19:55 - Inference to the best explanation of multiple hypotheses23:25 - Best explanation of hard little unnecessary details26:23 - The reportage model and the burden of proof31:14 - Unnecessary details, a sign of fiction?37:25 - What are unexplained allusions?42:34 - The aspects of Jesus' life that point to its reality46:45 - “I love Jesus' style…”49:48 - Pointing people to the book and resources…Further Resources:• Lydia McGrew website: www.lydiamcgrew.com• Lydia McGrew's Youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/LydiaMcGrewChannel• Podcast version of Youtube content:https://anchor.fm/lydiamcgrewBooks: Testimonies to the Truth: Why You Can Trust the Gospelshttps://a315.co/3Pb2oUjThe Eye of the Beholder: The Gospel of John as Historical Reportagehttps://a315.co/3E8FuacThe Mirror or the Mask: Liberating the Gospels from Literary Deviceshttps://a315.co/3XzVKI8Hidden In Plain View: Undesigned Coincidences in the Gospels and Actshttps://a315.co/411fsj2PREVIOUS EPISODES WITH LYDIA MCGREW:106 - The Reliability of John with Lydia McGrew - https://a315.co/45JAxA9084 - Maximal Data Case for the Resurrection with Lydia McGrew - https://a315.co/3qC6lbu================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Christian philosophy Paul K. Moser. They discuss the themes in Moser's book The Severity of God: Religion and Philosophy Reconceived - https://a315.co/3sOD6mx0:24 - Intro to Paul Moser3:33 - Welcome to Paul Moser4:00 - What do you mean by “God's severity”?9:06 - We've lost the message of suffering and hardship11:25 - The moral perfection of God and his intentions18:20 - Why is this theme lacking?22:42 - The experience of Gethsemane and submission29:09 - Skeptical expectations and “not my will”33:09 - Meeting God on his terms34:00 - Reorienting our Christian epistemology with a willing heart41:24 - The challenge of the obstinate will (turning to Christ)45:30 - The flux and despair of life, pushing us to God49:45 - Changing our approach to philosophy55:30 - The God who vindicates HimselfFurther Resources:Paul Moser's website: http://pmoser.sites.luc.edu/Paul Moser's faculty page at Loyola - https://a315.co/44McpvGPaul Moser's books on Amazon - https://a315.co/PaulMoserBooks================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Chris Date on the topic of Eschatology, or the End Times. They explore the ins and outs of various views of the end times, before discussing more deeply the view that Chris holds on the subject. A very helpful and informative conversation!www.chrisdate.info0:24 - Intro to Chris Date2:43 - An update on Chris and his wife's treatment5:07 - What is eschatology?6:47 - Chris' work and engagement on the subject9:44 - Why should anyone care about end times study?15:00 - Encouragement for those overwhelmed by the topic17:57 - Advice for people having discussions on end times24:23 - An overview of end times views29:45 - What is the most popular view historically?37:01 - The history of dispensational millennialism 43:06 - Is “the rapture” biblical?50:40 - The preterist view52:06 - Partial or full preterism?1:11:15 - How does one properly think about their view of end times?1:16:08 - What's up with 666?1:23:10 - Resources recommended for further study Resources:Premillennial vs Amillennial on Christ's Return: Daniel Goepfrich & Chris Date on Unbelievable with Justin Brierley - https://a315.co/3Pn5vZyOverview of End Times Views - by Gregg Steve - https://a315.co/45SdzXv Four Views Of Revelation - https://a315.co/3R54YNeThe Last Days according to Jesus: When Did Jesus Say He Would Return? By RC Sproul - https://a315.co/3R1dA7xIt's Not the End of the World! By DeeDee Warren - https://a315.co/47VihFVBefore Jerusalem Fell: Dating the Book of Revelation by Kenneth Gentry - https://a315.co/45zPN30Four Views on the Book of Revelation by C. Marvin Pate, General Editor - https://a315.co/3qVPSiiBooks by Chris Date:Is Jesus Human and Not Divine? A Debate by Chris Date and Dale Tuggy - https://a315.co/45zNoFsRethinking Hell: Readings in Evangelical Conditionalism edited by Chris Date, Gregory Stump and Joshua Anderson - https://a315.co/3P4kKoKA Consuming Passion edited by Chris Date and Ron Highfield - https://a315.co/3o3lL7dDoes God Predetermine the Eternal Destiny of Every Individual Human Being? A Debate by Chris Date and Gil VanOrder, Jr. - https://a315.co/3W9Xc5e================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Holly Ordway about her new book, Tolkien's Faith: A Spiritual Biography. A wonderful book and a fascinating interview that will be a real treat for Tolkien fans.www.hollyordway.com0:24 - Intro to Holly Ordway4:45 - Welcoming Holly 5:35 - The 50th Anniversary of J.R.R. Tolkien's death, Sept 20236:45 - The goal in writing a spiritual biography of Tolkien11:23 - How central was Tolkien's faith to his life and work?14:26 - Why is this the first biography to focus on Tolkien's faith?18:50 - Hidden allusions to faith in Tolkien's writings21:14 - The significance of Tolkien's name(s)25:51 - The elucidation of truth by presenting it in different embodiments29:04 - What did Tolkien really think about allegory?31:56 - Receiving stories in answer to prayer33:30 - Rough patches in Tolkien's faith36:53 - The mutual influence of his friendship with C.S. Lewis40:00 - What role did arguments and evidence play in Tolkien's life?44:25 - Bible translation46:44 - What influence did this project have on Holly's faith?Resources:Tolkien's Faith: A Spiritual BiographyHolly Ordway's Website: www.hollyordway.comHolly's other books include:Tolkien's Modern Reading: Middle-earth Beyond the Middle AgesTales of FaithNot God's Type================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Richard P. Moore. They talk about the New Apostolic Reformation and its theological problems.0:23 - Intro to Richard Moore3:50 - Why is Richard in Germany, and why write this book?8:02 - What has been the influence of the NAR in Germany?19:42 - What differentiates NAR from traditional pentecostal/charismatic?25:42 - Why do those within NAR want to distance themselves from the label “New Apostolic Reformation”?33:10 - Where does NAR theology go off the rails?43:53 - Richard's visit to Bethel Church and what he found55:39 - Extrapolating scripture out of context, building doctrines out of thin air1:01:29 - The self-centeredness of the NAR 1:04:15 - Can we “take the good and leave the bad” in the NAR?1:11:53 - Further resources…Richard P. Moore is the author of Divergent Theology: An Inquiry into the Theological Characteristics of the Word of Faith, Third Wave Movement and the New Apostolic Reformation. Resources:Richard Moore's website:www.richardpmoore.netChurchepreneurs Podcastwww.richardpmoore.net/churchepreneurs-podcastRichard's podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@richardm23On Twitter:@richardpmoore23Richard's recent article on the New Apostolic Reformation in the Evangelical Review of Theology can be read here: https://a315.co/3OcwQM6Divergent Theology: An Inquiry into the Theological Characteristics of the Word of Faith, Third Wave Movement and the New Apostolic Reformation. https://a315.co/Divergent-TheologyGerman version:www.richardpmoore.net/entwurzelt-kaufen-2================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Chris Reese on the topic of gender ideology, transgenderism, and approaching challenges cultural issues.Based on Chris Reese's helpful article at Summit.org, found here:https://a315.co/gender-ideologyChristopher L. Reese is the editor-in-chief of The Worldview Bulletin and cofounder of the Christian Apologetics Alliance. He is a general editor of the Dictionary of Christianity and Science and Three Views on Christianity and Science and his work has appeared in Christianity Today, Bible Gateway, Beliefnet, and other sites.Websites:Check out the Worldview Bulletin here: https://a315.co/WorldViewBulletin================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
Today I open with a reminder of what I brought to my audience back in August of 2022, following the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago. It is definitely worth a revisit as we see, once again, the name of FBI agent Brian Auten rearing his ugly head. This guy is a partisan operative who has been giving cover to the Biden's for years, while taking his hatred of the GOP and, specifically, Donald Trump, as justification to lie, cut corners and fabricate evidence. He is yet another example of the corruption that exists in the upper echelon of the FBI. Once we get caught up on what I covered nearly a year ago, we move to the events of the day. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, who is on the investigative committee, said the FBI is clearly running cover for Joe Biden, the Biden regime and the Biden family. “They knew that Joe Biden received $5 million while he was a sitting Vice President. That's public corruption 101, and not providing this document to Congress is a complete disgrace.” John Solomon of Just the News revealed similar conclusions based on his own research. He reminds us that the original FD-1023 form collected by the FBI was in 2017. The attempts by lying Rep. Jaime Raskin or anyone else that this relates to concerns brought forth by Rudy Giuliani, is a purposeful misdirection. The paid informant brought the same issues forward again and again, with the most recent attempt to get the FBI to investigate in 2020. Shifting to a new topic, I am so sick of the fear mongers and eco-terrorists using wild fires as proof of man-made climate change. To remind the audience, the last time there were mass fires in Canada, a 52 year old woman was found to have started them. She received 32 counts of arson for those in 2021. Yet these climate alarmists want to blame it on something other than the truth. They love to create fear in people to get them to conform to their radical religion. This leads me to a side trail about the book, “State of Fear,” by Michael Crichton. If you have never read the book, you should make it a top priority. He captures what the movement was all about nearly 20 years ago and their agenda remains unchanged, regardless of how every single prediction they make never comes to fruition. To add insult to the cult of climate, a solar farm company was recently sued and told to pay out over $135 million dollars for actual environmental damage done in setting up a solar farm. Moreover, a report from Georgia Public Broadcasting from October of 2022 stated that, “Runoff from a growing number of giant solar farm polluting rivers and streams in rural South Georgia is becoming a major concern.” So much for the holy grails of the unhinged priests of climate change – solar and wind farms – as they are destroying more land and causing more eco-harm than what current fossil fuel usage does. The only real answer to all elements of Wokeism is to push back and never capitulate to the demands of the unhinged and mentally deranged. Take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, GETTR and TRUTH Social by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. You can also support the show by visiting my Patreon page!
Today's show opens with a reminder that I said, back in August of 2022, the FBI raid of Mar-a-Lago was about Operation: Crossfire Hurricane. Even though a memo is circulating today showing President Trump declassified all of the information related to the Russian Hoax investigation, my audience has known this already for nearly 11 months now. I actually plan to go into that a little more on tomorrow's show. My real opening topic is about Tucker on Twitter. His first episode dropped and it was hysterical to watch people like former CNN host Brian Stelter and the WaPo cry-bully, Taylor Lorenz take cheap shots at his “production” value. Apparently, shiny objects are more important than substantive news and analysis. One item Tucker stated was the recent story saying the Ukrainians were the ones who blew up the Nord Stream pipelines and that we had that intel in June of 2022. While that may be partially true, I find it dubious that Ukraine carried out such a sophisticated operation all by themselves. So, I pull the sound bites I used when I talked about the bombing where I concluded the US had to be involved. Both Victoria Nuland (State Department) and President Joe Biden said if Russia invaded Ukraine, the Nord Stream project would be ended. Why would they use that kind of rhetoric? Next I talk about the FBI doing all they can to hide alleged crimes committed by Joe Biden. It was funny to watch how the Legacy/mainstream media took the lies spouted by Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), who said the FD-1023 proves the FBI saw nothing to investigate and even former AG William Barr shut down the investigation. Funny, because immediately after that, Barr said that was not true. Rep. James Comer (R-KY) even said the FBI told them there was an ongoing investigation. The ironic part about the lies being told is we have learned the name of the FBI analyst who downplayed the original FD-1023 which was filed in 2017. That agent was Brian Auten, the same one who was scolded by the Inspector General for his conduct during Operation: Crossfire Hurricane and the same corrupt agent who was brought in to look at the documents seized in the Mar-a-Lago raid. We also know that FBI Director Wray is doing all he can to try to cover this up by trying to link the current investigation to accusations made by Rudy Giuliani. Unfortunately for those of us interested in facts, Rudy wasn't even in the mix back in 2017. Finally, I do take a moment to discuss how the NY Times is trying to downplay the abundance of Nazi decorations being worn by Ukrainian troops. They called it a “thorny” issue of their history. They called it a PR problem from newsrooms who have to be sure to not show photos in the news lest the support of Ukraine is called into question. Need I give you any other reasons why the Legacy/mainstream media is no longer a source of news, at least as it relates to the significant stories of the day? Take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, GETTR and TRUTH Social by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. You can also support the show by visiting my Patreon page!
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Dr. Peter Gurry, co-author of the book Scribes and Scripture: The Amazing Story of How We Got the Bible. 0:27 - Intro to Peter Gurry3:07 - Welcome to Peter Gurry3:27 - Peter's background and focus5:22 - What got Peter interested in studying the origin of the scriptures?7:56 - Did your study make you more or less confident in the scripture?13:09 - How do we know what was written without the originals?22:16 - Interesting scribal notes found in manuscripts29:41 - What is the canon of scripture and how did we receive it?36:41 - What place do the apocryphal books have for the Christian?43:23 - Apostolic authority…46:20 - The best way to choose a Bible translation59:24 - Further resources:Books:Scribes and Scripture: The Amazing Story of How We Got the BibleMyths and Mistakes in New Testament Textual CriticismWebsites:www.textandcanon.orgEvangelical Textual Criticism BlogArticles:Five Decisions Every Bible Translator Must Make================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss a variety of topics.1:46 - Chad makes English Tea3:20 - Where have we been?4:20 - Mailbag question: Apologetics songs?15:45 - What have we been reading?16:11 - The Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges18:13 - The Knight & Rose Show18:27 - Common Sense Economics19:09 - When the Church Was Young19:54 - Not so keen on C.S. Lewis?23:39 - Why There Is No God29:46 - Pocket History of the Church30:25 - What we've been watching…30:34 - Guardians of the Galaxy35:22 - The Messed Up Church Channel35:42 - Justin Peters Ministry37:04 - History of the Pentecostol / Charismatic Movement40:31 - Share your NAR Experience…43:21 - Mandalorian Season 345:32 - Justin Schieber vs Eric Hernandez debate51:05 - An Apologist's Prayer“Remind me to be quick to pray, with an alert mind and a thankful heart. Please give me opportunities to speak the truth about Christ to those who do not know Him. Teach me to proclaim this message as clearly as I should. Work in me so that I may live wisely among those who do not believe, so that I will make the most of each opportunity. Ensure that my conversations are gracious and attractive. And please provide me with the wisdom I will need to thoughtfully respond to each person.” Based Colossians 4:2-6Further resources and videos mentioned:Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church by Holly Pivec and Douglas GeivettGod's Super Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement by Holly Pivec and Douglas GeivettSongs Mentioned: Creed - PetraWords in the Water - Thrice Creed - Third DayGod's Not Dead - Newsboys================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Chris Date on the subject of the deity of Christ. They also discuss the debate Chris had on the topic with Dale Tuggy, and explore further.4:30 - Welcome to Chris Date5:20 - A health update on Chris's wife7:00 - Chris's future education plans10:04 - How did the Dale Tuggy debate come about?13:02 - How to prepare for a debate19:17 - What do we mean when we say Jesus is Divine?22:19 - What weight do we give to early church fathers about this doctrine?25:30 - Is the belief in the deity of Christ essential, and why?32:41 - What reasons can be given by those who dispute the deity of Christ?37:37 - What's the best place to start with arguing for the deity of Christ?46:06 - Did Jesus empty himself of his divinity and do his mighty works?55:32 - How is the Father greater than the Son?59:05 - How to prioritize what to deal with during debates1:03:28 - The importance of theology and not just apologetics1:06:08 - Imagery that helps show the deity of Christ1:11:52 - Chris's work and more resources:Chris Date website:www.chrisdate.infoChris Date Theopologetics on YouTube:www.youtube.com/user/TheopologeticsOn Hell:www.rethinkinghell.comwww.youtube.com/@rethinkinghellThe Book:Is Jesus Human Not Divine? (Dale Tuggy & Chris Date)The debate:Is Jesus Human Not Divine? (Dale Tuggy & Chris Date)https://a315.co/44XRRlqOther books by Chris Date:Rethinking Hell: Readings in Evangelical Conditionalism edited by Chris Date, Gregory Stump and Joshua AndersonA Consuming Passion edited by Chris Date and Ron HighfieldDoes God Predetermine the Eternal Destiny of Every Individual Human Being? A Debate by Chris Date and Gil VanOrder, Jr. ================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross talk to Andy Bannister about his forthcoming book: How to Talk about Jesus Without Looking Like an Idiot: A Panic-Free Guide to Having Natural Conversations about Your Faith. An episode filled with some great insights, encouragement and tools for sharing your faith with others.0:25 - Intro3:24 - Welcome to Andy5:27 - Where is Andy located in UK?7:45 - About SOLAS10:23 - Why this title for the book?13:12 - Overcoming fear in sharing your faith16:37 - How fears reveal our idols19:02 - An overview of the book and the tools for evangelism23:50 - How do you prepare yourself?27:08 - What pitfalls to avoid?34:07 - Preach the Gospel, if necessary use words??37:10 - Bringing the conversation back to Jesus42:39 - How to apply this right now…Get the book here:How to Talk about Jesus Without Looking Like an Idiot: A Panic-Free Guide to Having Natural Conversations about Your FaithCheck out further resources here:SOLAS - www.solas-cpc.orgAndy Bannister's website: www.andybannister.net================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross select a classic interview from the archive: an interview with Gary Habermas on the topics of doubt, the resurrection, and near death experiences.Interviews Mentioned:• Michael Ward - https://a315.co/3MNx3Xh• Nabeel Qureshi - https://a315.co/3GNqCQb• Norman Geisler - https://a315.co/41x6jOF• Scott Klusendorf - https://a315.co/4083hPW• Paul L. Maier - https://a315.co/3UHR834• Gary Habermas - https://a315.co/41zAEMO• James Spiegel - https://a315.co/3L1AV4v================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Holly Ordway about the themes and ideas in her book Apologetics and the Christian Imagination: An Integrated Approach to Defending the Faith.0:22 - About Holly Ordway, and our thoughts on her book4:02 - Welcome to Holly, and the role of imagination in her conversion9:01 - What is “imagination” and what role does it play in apologetics?12:19 - How meaning is constructed and imagination's role13:51 - Distortion of meaning: how can we address it?16:22 - How is imagination foundational to reason?17:39 - Why the limitations of language should be considered22:50 - How we can be integrated in our approach to apologetics25:00 - The difference between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien's approaches28:05 - How can the apologist use the imaginative approach better?33:46 - Jesus' use of parables35:41 - Holly forthcoming book: Tolkien's Faith: A Spiritual Biographyhttps://a315.co/3Gk3wQJ38:43 - Further resources…39:36 - Why tea in the UK is better than tea in the USABooks mentioned:Apologetics and the Christian Imagination: An Integrated Approach to Defending the FaithTolkien's Faith: A Spiritual Biography (PREORDER!!)Holly's Website:www.hollyordway.comHer other books include: Tolkien's Modern Reading: Middle-earth Beyond the Middle AgesNot God's Type: An Atheist Academic Lays Down Her Arms================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss Jesus the master thinker: how Jesus reasoned, persuaded, argued, and valued reason and evidence.Debate mentioned:Is Christianity Dangerous? with Michael Jones and Aron RaBooks mentioned:The Apologetics of Jesus: A Caring Approach to Dealing with Doubters by Norman Geisler and Patrick ZukeranLogic and the Way of Jesus: Thinking Critically and Christianly by Travis Dickinson Love Your God with All Your Mind: The Role of Reason in the Life of the Soul by J.P. MorelandHow to Argue Like Jesus: Learning Persuasion from History's Greatest Communicator by Joe Carter and John Coleman================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross talk about the recent Defenders Conference in Wisconsin, then Jacob Varghese from SAFT Apologetics joins us to give an update on the ministry.SUPPORT SAFT BELOW!!https://blog.saftapologetics.com—> https://www.patreon.com/saftapologetics
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Christian philosopher Paul Gould about his book A Good and True Story: Eleven Clues to Understanding Our Universe and Your Place in It. 0:25 - Intro bits and pieces3:44 - Welcome to Paul Gould4:05 - Palm Beach Atlantic University and its apologetics programs 6:00 - Why is Paul's book formatted the way it is?9:18 - What is it about “story” that might be missing when we are doing apologetics?11:54 - Bridging the gap between world views with story15:36 - Meaning and story explaining our world19:10 - The origin of life a signpost for theism22:46 - How to tackle the “god of the gaps” objection 24:53 - The origin of mind (mind before matter)34:21 - Accounting for objective moral realities39:28 - How is happiness a signpost to God?42:26 - What is happiness, and will “God make you happy”?45:03 - Pain and the hypothesis of indifference vs. theism48:10 - Why can there be only one true religion?51:31 - Further ResourcesRESOURCES:A Good and True Story: Eleven Clues to Understanding Our Universe and Your Place in It. https://a315.co/3lm3mRQPaul Gould's website:www.paul-gould.comPaul Gould's podcast, the Eudo Podcast:https://a315.co/42m88PQPalm Beach Atlantic University Masters Programs:https://pbaschoolofministry.com/mastersphilosophyreligion================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten interviews Steve Kozar, who runs The Messed Up Church YouTube channel. His channel exposes the error of false teachings. You'll find videos on the word of faith movement, the prosperity Gospel, NAR, and a lot of the most damaging teachings that need to be exposed and called out. 0:25 - Intro3:00 - Interview begins3:10 - How Steve's blog and YouTube channel got started18:13 - The catalyst for Steve doing deeper digging into scripture20:48 - Irritating people, or getting their attention?26:30 - The morphing and overlapping of false teachings32:03 - The danger of pragmatism at the expense of the Gospel33:28 - What's the fundamental issue behind these movements?38:17 - How does one detox from so much false teaching?41:19 - False teaching enabling spiritual abuse and vice versa41:53 - The love of money49:15 - Getting the next dopamine hit from church experiences50:11 - Thought-stopping devices54:30 - The challenge of questioning false teachings and re-examining our beliefs1:00:00 - Having the courage to question1:01:45 - Positive and negative responses to Steve's videosRESOURCES:The Messed Up Church (YouTube Channel)www.youtube.com/c/StevenKozarMessedUpChurchSteven's The Messed Up Church website:www.themessedupchurch.comSteven Kozar's artwork: www.stevenkozar.com================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Justin Brierley, host of the Unbelievable? Radio Program. We discuss what Justin has learned from moderating debates and conversations about God and faith for the past 17+ years, as well as his book, Unbelievable?: Why After Ten Years of Talking with Atheists, I'm Still a Christian. 0:24 - Intro to Justin Brierley3:28 - Welcome to Justin7:37 - How Unbelievable? started 10:03 - An apologetic for apologetics?14:03 - Justin unpacks his fine-tuning YouTube video21:17 - As culture changes, how has the God debate changed?27:04 - Has Dawkins mellowed?31:03 - Justin's encounter with Richard Dawkins38:02 - Tips on keeping conversations civil 43:01 - How to be exposed to opposing views and not freak out49:48 - Events on the horizon…RESOURCES:Justin Brierley's website:www.justinbrierley.comThe Unbelievable Radio Program / PodcastUnbelievable YouTube Channelwww.youtube.com/@PremierUnbelievableHow a dice can show that God exists (video)The Big Conversationwww.thebigconversation.showBook:Unbelievable?: Why after ten years of talking with atheists, I'm still a Christian by Justin BrierleyAsk N.T. Wright Anything podcast ================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss a cornucopia of topics (a horn of plenty)… 0:58 - Things to discuss on the podcast today1:16 - The upcoming Defenders Conference: www.thedefendersconference.com4:03 - Brian's passing of the torch to Chad…?6:39 - Upcoming guests…6:45 - Justin Brierley 10:27 - Steven Kozar from The Messed Up Church YouTube channel17:37 - Paul Gould on A Good and True Story19:43 - Holly Ordway on apologetics & the Christian imagination24:13 - Recommended iPad app: Goodnotes & Remarkable Bible26:23 - Thoughts on Hugh Ross and Perry Marshall interviewsRESOURCES:The Unbelievable Radio Program / Podcast:https://a315.co/41uycI8Unbelievable?: Why after ten years of talking with atheists, I'm still a Christian by Justin Brierleyhttps://a315.co/3mc2crRThe Messed Up Church YouTube Channelhttps://a315.co/MessedUpChurchPaul Gould's book: A Good and True Storyhttps://a315.co/3IWfzFGApologetics and the Christian Imagination: An Integrated Approach to Defending the Faith by Holly Ordwayhttps://a315.co/3IVZC2bGood Notes App for iPadhttps://www.goodnotes.comRemarkable Biblehttps://remarkablebible.com================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Dr. Lydia McGrew about the reliability of the Gospel of John, exploring themes and ideas found in her book The Eye of the Beholder: The Gospel of John as Historical Reportage. 0:25 - Intro to Lydia McGrew2:25 - Information on the Defenders Conference: www.thedefendersconference.com3:15 - Welcome to Lydia McGrew3:30 - Lydia's latest book: https://a315.co/3YuXV144:35 - What' different about the Gospel of John?6:48 - What role should scholarly consensus play when determining reliability?10:28 - Doesn't scholarly consensus change?12:17 - Where does consensus come from anyway?14:34 - How does one determine what is historical?20:00 - Do our previous beliefs bias us? Should we keep them separate from our assessment?24:31 - What does it mean to say that John is full historical?28:33 - Questions regarding authorship33:19 - How to make sense of the “voice” of John in the Gospel vs. the epistles?39:45 - The use of “asides” in John's narrative40:35 - Would we expect this?42:40 - Does the lateness of John's authorship give us reason to doubt?47:54 - Do longford monologues give us reason to doubt?51:46 - The “I am” statements of Jesus56:34 - Questions about reliability / Gospel “portraits”1:02:08 - Inference to the best explanation1:05:17 - Lydia's newest book about Gospel reliability…Testimonies to the Truth: Why You Can Trust the Gospels*RESOURCES:*Lydia McGrew's Youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/LydiaMcGrewChannelPodcast version of Youtube content:https://anchor.fm/lydiamcgrew*Books:* The Eye of the Beholder: The Gospel of John as Historical ReportageThe Mirror or the Mask: Liberating the Gospels from Literary DevicesHidden In Plain View: Undesigned Coincidences in the Gospels and ActsTestimonies to the Truth: Why You Can Trust the Gospels================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Perry Marshall about the ideas in his book Evolution 2.0: Breaking the Deadlock Between Darwin and Design. 4:20 - Introducing Perry Marshall4:46 - About Perry's background10:38 - Where does Perry land in his beliefs?19:45 - Why “evolution 2.0”?26:13 - How this view is actually affirming to faith30:16 - Perry's book summarized in two sentences…32:32 - Looking at DNA with a systems engineer mindset40:00 - Any pushback from fellow believers?45:10 - What distinguishes Perry's view from I.D.?48:00 - Agency at a cellular level?52:30 - His brother's journey58:42 - The third way of evolution1:08:30 - Advice for those in specialized fields1:12:47 - Where to find Perry's stuff online…1:14:00 - An encouragement to seek after truthRESOURCES:www.evo2.orgwww.perrymarshall.comwww.perrymarshall.infoEvolution 2.0: Breaking the Deadlock Between Darwin and DesignEvolution 2.0 Podcast================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview astrophysicist Dr. Hugh Ross about the fine-tuning of the universe, solar system, and our planet for intelligent life to exist. They discuss the ideas of his latest book Designed to the Core.0:35 - About Hugh Ross, and his latest book3:48 - Information on the Defenders Conference: www.thedefendersconference.com5:41 - Welcoming Hugh Ross6:02 - Commentary on the James Webb space telescope10:42 - Do the theistic implications of a big bang seem to be a stumbling block for atheistic scientists?13:00 - An overview of the fine-tuning data in Designed to the Core16:33 - What about a multiverse to explain the fine-tuning?19:43 - Why search for exoplanets when the prospect for life is so minimal?21:51 - All the planets surrounding earth play a role in supporting life25:00 - Why comets and asteroids are important for life28:17 - Does the impending heat death of the universe negate fine-tuning?31:30 - What about earth-quakes, hurricanes and natural evils?38:43 - Why is so much of the universe uninhabitable, and so big?45:35 - The importance of the earth and moon's magnetic fields52:51 - How can someone use fine-tuning persuasively in conversation?55:05 - The origin of life problem1:00:10 - Could life be based on something other than carbon?1:02:23 - Is Hugh Ross a Concordist in his view of scripture?1:10:46 - How does Hugh stay so cool during hostile debates?1:14:55 - Wrapping upRESOURCES:Hugh Ross Bio: https://a315.co/3RDiDcrArticle: James Webb Space Telescope: Initial RevelationsArticle: Big Bang Implications of Detecting the Universe's First StarsHugh Ross and Walter Kaiser vs. Ken Ham and Jason Lisle - Genesis DebateHugh Ross Books:Designed to the CoreThe Creator and the CosmosWhy the Universe Is the Way It IsImprobable Planet www.reasons.org================================We appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Mark Mittelberg on the topics of apologetics and evangelism. They discuss themes within Mark's book Contagious Faith: Discover Your Natural Style for Sharing Jesus with Others. 2:01 - Introduction to Mark Mittelberg8:24 - Welcoming Mark14:09 - The biggest obstacles to sharing our faith18:18 - It's ok to challenge other people's ideas22:00 - The 5 styles of sharing one's faith29:39 - The pitfalls of various styles of evangelism35:09 - How to bring up Christ with long-time friends39:32 - How to deal with endless objections47:07 - The truth-telling style54:00 - Adjusting styles for others57:55 - Making sure we don't preach a reduced Gospel 1:03:04 - Resources for Contagious Faith:www.contagiousfaithbook.comMark Mittelberg's website The Lee Strobel Centre for Evangelism and Applied ApologeticsLee StrobelConfident Faith: Building a Firm Foundation for Your Beliefs The Questions Christians Hope No One Will Ask Contagious Faith: Discover Your Natural Style for Sharing Jesus with Others ================================We appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross explore two arguments from Chad's experience doing an atheist role-play: The argument from Massive Theological Disagreement, and the argument from Pointless Suffering.================================We appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross talk about a couple podcasts, before diving into Chad's experience doing an atheist role-play. They discuss three of Chad's strongest atheist arguments. This episode focuses on the argument from divine hiddenness. ================================Helpful links:PODCAST SERIES ON THE HISTORY OF THE NAR AND ITS RELATION TO CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM:“Charismatic Revival Fury: The New Apostolic Reformation”https://a315.co/CharismaticRevivalFuryRECOMMENDED PODCAST:Truth Tribe Podcast with Douglas GroothuisHIDDENNESS RESOURCES:Michael Jones with Frank Turek on Hiddenness: https://youtu.be/fav4J8BBUlEDivine Hiddenness: A Sender or Receiver Problem?By Ken Samples - https://a315.co/3w5x9QhHiddenness Books:The Elusive God by Paul MoserMore by Paul Moser: https://a315.co/3IQdhrS================================We appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross celebrate 100 episodes since the Ap315 Podcast reboot.What does Ghostbusters have to do with apologetics? Absolutely nothing, but Brian & Chad will pretend that it does, by dissecting 7 favorite quotes and forcing an apologetics interpretation onto them.Have fun!===========================We appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss some of the popular buzzwords you might hear that come from the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). A helpful episode for knowing what the signs are that your church might be influenced by NAR teachings, as well as helpful questions to ask.================================Helpful links:BOOKS:A New Apostolic Reformation?: A Biblical Response to a Worldwide Movement - https://a315.co/3WXlL4nGod's Super-Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement - https://a315.co/3GzHZErCounterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church - https://a315.co/3Gc1dybOUR PAST NAR PODCASTS:Brian's experience in an NAR church first hand, you can check out episode 063 of the podcast. - https://a315.co/NAR-Experiences Also check out our first interview with Holly and Doug about the New Apostolic Reformation - that's episode 066. - https://a315.co/3EisONm Episode 096 with Holly Pivec and Doug Geivett on their latest book, Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church - https://a315.co/3WyNybK PODCAST SERIES ON THE HISTORY OF THE NAR AND ITS RELATION TO CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM:“Charismatic Revival Fury: The New Apostolic Reformation”https://a315.co/CharismaticRevivalFurySTATEMENTS by NAR and responses:“In light of the controversy surrounding the terms “New Apostolic Reformation” (NAR) and “Christian Nationalism,” we are issuing this statement of clarification.” By Joseph Mattera and Michael Brown - https://narandchristiannationalism.comResponse from Geivett and Pivec to Mattera and Brown's statement - https://a315.co/3VxKrzv================================We appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com
FBI analyst Brian Auten just admitted something shocking in the trial of Igor Danchenko. Auten told Special Counsel John Durham that the FBI essentially attempted to bribe the disgraced author of the Steele dossier - Christopher Steele - in order to continue its phony Trump-Russia collusion investigation. The offer: 1 million dollars to corroborate the evidence in his since-discredited dossier. Logan, Will, and the Sekulow team break down all the details. This and more today on Sekulow.
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