Podcast appearances and mentions of Greg Koukl

Greg Koukl, Founder and President of Stand to Reason, speaks on "Defending Hope" at ClearView Baptist Church in Franklin, Tennessee.

Greg talks about recent examples of moral insanity in California and England, then he answers questions about whether apostasy can happen unknowingly and how Greg comes up with his Street-Smarts-style questions.   Topics: Commentary: Moral insanity in California and England (00:00) Can apostasy happen unknowingly? (27:00) How do you come up your Street-Smarts-style questions? (47:00) Mentioned on the Show:  California ballot measure named after Luigi Mangione would make it illegal to ‘delay, deny' healthcare coverage: ‘Crazy' by Isabel Keane Toddler is kicked out of nursery ‘for being transphobic' - as families blast school's ‘insanity' by Noor Qurashi STR U Online Training Reality Student Apologetics Conference – April 25–26 in Dayton, OH #STRask podcast with Greg and Amy God's Super-Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement by Doug Geivett and Holly Pivec Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl

Greg Koukl from Stand to Reason writes this, “You are invisible. No one has ever seen you. You have never seen yourself, nor have you seen anyone else in the world. Strictly speaking, you are not even in this world. When you die, the body you see will eventually disappear, but you will remain forever—invisible and unseen by human eyes, even after you receive your resurrection body. The 'you' I’m speaking of here, of course, is your soul—your invisible self, the locus of your core identity, the real 'you.' When the apostle Paul wrote that he would prefer to be 'absent from the body and to be at home with the Lord,' his soul was what he was referring to (2 Cor. 5:8). When Jesus told the thief on the cross that 'today' the thief would be with him in Paradise, his soul is what he meant (Luke 23:43). The existence of the soul is controversial nowadays, though.” Greg joined us for this thought-provoking conversation. https://www.str.org/w/the-invisible-man Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wkesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Greg answers questions about what Deuteronomy 13:11 means when it says that “all Israel will hear and be afraid,” whether we should “leave our offering at the altar” to reconcile with a bully, apathetic people, leading an Outpost as a woman, and accepting vs. resisting difficult situations.   Topics: Does the phrase “All Israel will hear and be afraid” in Deuteronomy 13:11 refer to being afraid after hearing the punishment was carried out or being afraid after hearing what the prescribed punishment is for the crime? (02:00) How does Jesus telling us to “leave our offering at the altar” to go reconcile with someone and to “take the log out of our own eye” apply to dealing with an evil bully? (11:00) What would you say to an apathetic person or someone who compartmentalizes their religious life to help them see their need for the Lord? (24:00) Do you have any guidance on how I could proceed to convince my pastor to let me lead an STR Outpost as a woman? (38:00) Recognizing that we have personal responsibility and free will, and God is sovereign and all-knowing, how do we know if the difficult thing we're going through is discipline from God and we should wait for his rescue or if it isn't and we should try to resist it? (47:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  STR Outposts Related Links: Should Women Teach in Church? by Greg Koukl

Origins and Outcomes   Isa 44:6   (Circle image here)   Theism: God is the infinite and absolute creator and ground of everything and everyone: the source and destination of all life, being, knowledge, and action   Rom 12:2   1Pet2:11   Heb 13:14 NLT   “Christ is either Lord of all, or He is not Lord at all” Hudson Taylor   Key elements of any world view: 1) Origin - Where do we cone from? 2) Meaning - Is there meaning or value to life? 3) Morality - Is there such a thing as absolute moral truth? 4) Destiny - Where is this going?   Questions answered by worldview: 1) Origin - Identity. Who am I? 2) Meaning - What is my purpose? 3) Morality - How should I live? 4) Destiny - What happens when I die?   1) Origin Jn 1:1-3   2) Meaning Isa 43:7   Col3:17   “It's not so much about God's wonderful plan for our lives - it's about our lives for God's wonderful plan” Greg Koukl   3) Morality   2 Tim 3:16   Jn 10:10   4) Destiny   2 Cor 5:10   Rom 6:23   Jn 3:16

Send us a textWho is Jesus? Really? Ever since he walked the earth, his identity and priorities have been the subject of countless debates among scholars, thought leaders, and your average armchair theologian. The thing is, it's remarkably easy to form Jesus into an image that looks a lot like...well...us. One version of Jesus that's gained a lot of traction in our culture today is the Social Justice Jesus. But as novel as it may seem, it's really an echo of what we've seen throughout history. Tune in as Mike and Ryan discuss. "The Legend of the Social Justice Jesus" by Greg Koukl: https://www.str.org/w/the-legend-of-the-social-justice-jesusWatch & Subscribe on Youtube: https://youtu.be/POTIH1W4k4oFunny news, Real Talk & Spiritual Growth - Faith that's honest, Deep & Intentional Breaking down faith, culture & big questions - a mix of humor with real spiritual growth. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

I met Casey in March 2024 at a webinar we were both invited to be a part of, hosted by Lifeway Christian Resources. I knew when we had our conversation on that webinar that I wanted to get to know Casey better. She is brilliant and I love this discussion we shared about deconstruction. I hope that it encourages you. Share this interview with anyone you know who is loving someone who is deconstructing their faith. Here are the resources she mentioned as well as information where you can get in touch with Casey. Casey Merrifield, PHD https://connextionworldwide.com/team/ https://doxaleaders.com/ The You Lead Webinar for Lifeway Christian Resources on Deconstruction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TiL6gALwRt4&t=1907s Stand to Reason, Greg Koukl --link to his online store:https://store.str.org/home "On the other side of every conversation is an image bearer." Here is an article that expands on this:https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/help-loved-one-deconstructing/

Greg talks about infallibility vs. inerrancy, then he answers callers' questions about using more Bible in pro-life argumentation, what happened to Old Testament saints when they died, and how to know when to witness and when to use tactics.   Topics: Commentary: Infallibility vs. inerrancy (00:00) How would you respond to the objection that we need more Bible in pro-life argumentation since God's Word will not return void? (22:00) What happened to the Old Testament saints when they died? (31:00) When do we witness, and when do we use tactics? (40:00) Mentioned on the Show:  STR U Online Training Is the Bible Authoritative? by Greg Koukl, discussing John Warwick Montgomery's retroduction A Ten-Minute Witness by Greg Koukl

Greg talks to Melissa Dougherty, author of Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World, about how the 19th-century New Thought movement is still affecting the church today.   Topics: Interview: Melissa Dougherty, author of Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World (00:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World by Melissa Dougherty Melissa Dougherty's YouTube channel Melissa Dougherty's website Greg's previous interview with Melissa Dougherty Strange New World by Carl Trueman Related Links: “The Secret”: A Fatal Attraction by Greg Koukl

This is one book every Christian needs to have on his/her bookshelf. I cover the first two chapters, in which Greg Koukl discusses how to be an effective witness for Christ and the value of good arguments.

Did Jesus come to earth to champion the cause for the poor and oppressed? While he cared deeply about bringing justice to the poor, and spreading a message of peace and love, his primary mission was different. And we must get this right! In this conversation, I talk with apologist Greg Koukl about the main reason Jesus came to earth. READ: The Legend of the Social Justice Jesus: (https://www.str.org/w/the-legend-of-the-social-justice-jesus) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 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://twitter.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org

Greg answers questions about a church leader entering a physique show, learning from Christians with whom we don't agree on everything, attending a baptism for a different religion, and how to respond to an argument for the importance of “Pride.”   Topics: Would entering a physique show be considered worshiping the body and something a church leader shouldn't be participating in? (11:00) I appreciate that you don't distance yourself from apologists who differ from you on soteriology. What is a good way to approach learning from other Christians with whom we don't agree on everything? (28:00) What is your stance on whether a Christian can attend a baptism for a different religion? (43:00) How would you respond to the claim that “Pride is important because someone tonight still believes they're better off dead than being gay“? (47:00) Mentioned on the Show:  The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again by Justin Brierley Submit a question on the Open Mic Line Related Links:   Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (on decision making) by Greg Koukl

In chapters 3 and 4 Greg Koukl explains the three kinds of relativism and critiques the idea that each society has its own unique set of moral values.

Greg chats about some Christmas myths, recommends two films that capture the nativity well, then answers questions about whether day trading is a form of gambling, being a gardener vs. a harvester, and reconciling Greg's view on decision making with Romans 12:2.   Topics: Commentary: Christmas spoilers (00:00) Commentary: Films that capture the nativity well (15:00) Is day trading a form of gambling? (24:00) Is it okay to not evangelize like Ray Comfort? (39:00) How can I reconcile your view on decision making with Romans 12:2, which talks about God's perfect will? (44:00) Mentioned on the Show:  The Nativity Story – Film The Christ Child: A Nativity Story – Film (Warning: The statement at the end of this short film reflects the Mormon gospel.) Related Links: Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (on decision making) by Greg Koukl

Greg answers questions about his views on the rapture and whether there's any middle ground between Reformed and Arminian theology.   Topics: Can you elaborate on your views on the rapture? (02:00) When it comes to salvation, is there any middle ground between Reformed and Arminian theology? (31:00) Mentioned on the Show:  The Blessed Hope: A Biblical Study of the Second Advent and the Rapture by George Eldon Ladd The Church and the Tribulation: A Biblical Examination of Posttribulationism by Robert Gundry The Rap on the Rapture by Greg Koukl

Greg answers questions about why God allows evil, whether denominations really matter, whether Matthew 16 says Peter was the first pope, and how Greg's view on decision making and the will of God fits with passages in James, Ruth, and Esther.   Topics: Why does God allow evil? (00:00) Does the denomination of a church really matter, and should Matthew 16 be interpreted as saying that whoever says Jesus is the Christ is part of the church, or is it saying Peter was the first pope? (24:00) Can you explain how your view on decision making and the will of God fits with passages in James, Ruth, and Esther? (42:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Donate to Stand to Reason by the 28th of this month and receive The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again by Justin Brierley Submit a question on the Open Mic Line   Related Links: If God Is Good, Why Is There Evil and Suffering? by Amy Hall What You Need to Know about Evil and Suffering by Amy Hall One Way or Any Way? Part 1 and Part 2 by Greg Koukl Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 by Greg Koukl

Greg talks to callers about how, when it comes to the teleological argument, we know the things we claim are complex are really complex, how to witness to someone who has consulted a spiritualist, and whether God values results or growth more.   Topics: When it comes to the teleological argument, how do we know the things we say are complex are really complex? (01:00) How can I witness to someone at work who consulted a spiritualist? (27:00) Does God value results or growth more? (36:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl   Related Links: Decision Making and the Will of God by Greg Koukl

Go to https://surfshark.com/rhino for 4 extra months of Surfshark at an unbeatable price!Today, Greg Koukl of Stand to Reason explains why he knows that everyone feels guilty all the time, even if they don't know it themselves.Cards:It's Not Healthcare If You're Not Sick!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrMz05zvXpwEric Hovind FINALLY Does Me In

Greg answers questions about the “He Gets Us” campaign from earlier this year, whether a property in the tree of the knowledge of good and evil gave Adam and Eve knowledge, the historicity of Job, and whether God will spend eternity in pain as he watches people suffer in Hell.   Topics: What did you think of the “He Gets Us” foot washing ads earlier this year? (00:00) Could the tree of the knowledge of good and evil have had some property that gave them this knowledge since the related tree of life seems to have had a property that would cause them to live forever? (17:00) Why do you think Job isn't a historical account? (29:00) Since God loves everyone and Jesus died for everyone, if God is aware of what's going on in Hell, does that mean he'll spend eternity in pain as he watches his creation suffer? (41:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Submit a question on the Open Mic Line Here Comes the He Gets Us Campaign Again: Why Its Portrayal of Jesus is Still a Problem by Natasha Crain 7 Problems with the He Gets Us Campaign by Natasha Crain The Legend of the Social Justice Jesus by Greg Koukl

Greg talks to callers about online interactions, entropy as evidence for a beginning of the universe, whether someone could make up a story that sounds like eyewitness testimony, creating interactions that aren't awkward, and the claim that the unborn is only a ”potential life.”   Topics: Considering Jesus said, “Do not give what is holy to dogs,” should I not engage people online over and over again? (00:00) A follow-up on a previous conversation about dealing with a problematic pastor. (12:00) How could entropy be evidence for the beginning of the universe if the first law of thermodynamics says energy can't be destroyed? (20:00) How would you respond to someone who says anybody could make up a detailed story that sounds like eyewitness testimony? (26:00) Would you ever do campus evangelism, and how do you create interactions that don't make people feel awkward? (42:00) What's a powerful question to ask someone who insists an unborn baby is only a “potential life”? (49:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Bart Ehrman on the Existence of Jesus A Simple Survey to Help Initiate Spiritual Conversations by Greg Koukl Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl

Greg talks to Craig Hazen, STR's new chief strategy officer, then he answers a question about the implications that follow from the idea that we don't have to figure out special instructions from God.   Topics: Interview: Craig Hazen joins Stand to Reason. (00:00) Does the fact that we don't have to figure out what God is telling us to do mean that God doesn't really care what we do and doesn't ordain what he wants us to do? (34:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – November 8–9 in Minneapolis, MN; February 21–22, 2025 in Dallas, TX; March 21–22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA; April 25–26 in Dayton, OH   Related Links: Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (on decision making) by Greg Koukl

Chris Earl, Former Navy Fighter pilot, squadron leader, instructor, and NORAD consultant is above all a humble man of integrity who is currently using his training and experience to teach and coach high-risk companies using the principles of human performance and the art of servant leadership. Chris shares EXTRAordinary stories of God's protection and provision and valuable insights on work, life, and following Jesus. You'll find this episode exciting, inspiring, and worthwhile. You can find Chris, President of Cutlass Consulting and founder of The Earl Group on LinkedIn. Ellen talks about Greg Koukl's organization called Stand to Reason, which can be found at str.org, and his book, The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How it Ends, and Everything Important in Between. Ellen's website is https://www.extraordinary.live/ and you'll find her on Instagram @extraordinarylivespodcast

Greg discusses the claim that abortion bans increase infant death rates, then he talks to callers about using probability numbers in teleological arguments and whether it's worth trying to convince a church member who's a former Jehovah's Witness that Jesus is uncreated.   Topics: Commentary: Spot the shell game in this article on abortion bans. (00:00) When it comes to the teleological argument, are apologists conceding it's possible it could have happened on its own when they give a small probability number? (26:00) Is it worth trying to convince a former Jehovah's Witness in my church that Jesus is uncreated when he says he's simply reading the Bible “as it is” and that arguments about language and context just complicate things? (46:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – October 18–19 in Seattle, WA; November 8–9 in Minneapolis, MN; February 21–22, 2025 in Dallas, TX; March 21–22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA; April 25–26 in Dayton, OH Infants died at higher rates after abortion bans in the US, research shows by Deidre McPhillips Deity of Christ: Case Closed by Greg Koukl

Greg answers questions about whether the A-theory vs. B-theory of time is a false dichotomy, why Jesus had to suffer before dying for our sin, gender dysphoria, and how we know we haven't simply deluded ourselves into thinking we have good evidence for our faith.   Topics: Is the A-theory vs. B-theory of time a false dichotomy when it comes to God and his nature? (04:00) If death was the penalty for sin, why did Jesus have to suffer before dying for our sin? What's the biblical basis for suffering for sin? (20:00) Toleration of gender dysphoria doesn't make sense on three different grounds. (37:00) How do we as believers know we haven't simply deluded ourselves into thinking we have good evidence for our faith? Is there a way to independently verify that we're seeing things objectively? (47:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – October 18–19 in Seattle, WA; November 8–9 in Minneapolis, MN; February 21–22, 2025 in Dallas, TX; March 21–22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA; April 25–26 in Dayton, OH Upcoming events with Stand to Reason speakers Submit a question on the Open Mic Line Why the Blood by Greg Koukl

Greg talks about the notion of entailment, then he talks to callers about how to respond to someone who says Christianity took ideas from older religions, whether or not there are still descendants of Abraham, and how to respond to someone who says God is transgender.   Topics: Commentary: You need to understand the notion of entailment. (00:00) How would you answer people who say Christianity isn't original, that it took ideas from other religions, and that other religions are older? (18:00) Are there still descendants of Abraham? (37:00) How would you respond to the claim that God is transgender? (50:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How It Ends, and Everything Important that Happens in Between by Greg Koukl Reality Student Apologetics Conference – October 18–19 in Seattle, WA; November 8–9 in Minneapolis, MN; February 21–22, 2025 in Dallas, TX; March 21–22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA   Related Links: Jesus, Recycled Redeemer? by Greg Koukl

Greg talks to Bobby Conway, author of Does Christianity Still Make Sense? about his past before he was a Christian, apologetics as a way of loving people, how to respond to various popular objections to Christianity, and more.   Topics: Interview: Bobby Conway, author of Does Christianity Still Make Sense?: A Former Skeptic Responds to Today's Toughest Objections to Christianity (00:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Does Christianity Still Make Sense?: A Former Skeptic Responds to Today's Toughest Objections to Christianity by Bobby Conway Christianity Still makes Sense – Bobby Conway's website Doubting Toward Faith: The Journey to Confident Christianity by Bobby Conway Bobby Conway's YouTube channel   Related Links: One Way or Any Way? Part 1 by Greg Koukl One Way or Any Way? Part 2 by Greg Koukl

Greg talks about the difference between “belief in” and ”belief that,” then he talks to callers about an objection to probability arguments for design, whether it can be proved from Scripture that worship in Heaven won't be forced, and help understanding the end times.   Topics: Commentary: “Belief in” vs. “belief that” (00:00) How would you respond to someone who dismisses a probability argument for design by saying that probability doesn't prove something is true? (21:00) Can you prove from Scripture that worship in Heaven won't be forced? (35:00) Can you help me clarify what I should think about the end times? (43:00) Related Links: The Rap on the Rapture by Greg Koukl

Greg answers questions about Hebrews 6:4–8 applying to a former believer, whether there's anything in the universe that wouldn't count as evidence for God, responding to King James Only, and whether feeling compelled to do something is an example of the Holy Spirit speaking to you.   Topics: Could Hebrews 6:4–8 be applied to someone who used to be a believer but isn't anymore? (00:00) What object, thing, idea, etc. is there in the universe that would not count as evidence for God? (27:00) How do you respond to a King James Only person? (37:00) How would you respond to someone who says that feeling compelled to help someone is an example of the Holy Spirit speaking to you? (50:00)   Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – October 18–19 in Seattle, WA; November 8–9 in Minneapolis, MN; February 21–22, 2025 in Dallas, TX; March 21–22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA The King James Version Debate: A Plea for Realism by D.A. Carson The King James Only Controversy: Can You Trust Modern Translations? by James White   Related Links: Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (online articles) by Greg Koukl

Stand to Reason, By Greg Koukl, on August 1, 2024https://www.str.org/w/it-s-time-to-forget-faith-In this discussion, Greg Koukl proposes a redefinition of "faith" to better align with rational and evidence-based thinking. Koukl suggests that faith should be understood as "confident convictions based on good reasons" rather than as mere belief without evidence. His goal is to reshape the perception of faith, framing it as a position supported by logical and rational foundations. This redefinition aims to counter the common criticism that faith is irrational or unsupported by evidence.The panel's reactions to Koukl's argument reflect a range of perspectives. Damian criticizes Koukl's approach by arguing that renaming faith does not address the underlying issue of evidence. He suggests that believers often shift the conversation away from substantial evidence to unrelated topics, such as evolutionary theory or cosmology, to avoid engaging with the core issue of evidence supporting their beliefs.Aaron adds to the critique by questioning Koukl's "three pillars" of active trust: reliable evidence, reliable witnesses, and convincing proofs. He argues that historical evidence supporting Christianity is often lacking and inconsistent, challenging the adequacy of these pillars in substantiating faith claims. Aaron's position highlights the difficulty of relying on these pillars when the evidence is not robust or comprehensive.AJ also questions the efficacy of Koukl's redefinition. He sees it as a superficial rebranding that does not solve the deeper issue of insufficient evidence. AJ argues that changing the definition of faith does not address the fundamental problems of evidence and reason that believers face. He raises concerns about why believers resist the term "faith" if it truly reflects their belief process and whether the redefinition genuinely addresses the criticisms of faith.The Non-Prophets, Episode 23.37.2 featuring Infidel 64, AJ, Damien H and Aaron JensenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.

Greg Koukl's book attempts to clarify Christianity for a new generation. Chapter 18, titled "The Rescue," explains why Jesus came to earth. It wasn't for social justice.

Greg talks about his New Zealand trip then answers questions about whether the creation of new fruits by farmers is an example of evolution, the definition of holiness, the definition of knowledge, and whether Mormonism is to Christianity as Christianity is to Judaism.   Topics: Commentary: Greg's trip to New Zealand (00:00) When farmers create new kinds of fruit, isn't that evolution? (14:00) What's the definition of holiness? (25:00) What's the distinction between knowledge and wisdom? (36:00) How would you respond to the claim that “Mormonism is to Christianity as Christianity is to Judaism”? (49:00) Download the mp3...   Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – September 13–14 in Los Angeles, CA; October 18–19 in Seattle, WA; November 8–9 in Minneapolis, MN; February 21–22, 2025 in Dallas, TX; March 21–22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA Upcoming events with Stand to Reason speakers STR U Online Training When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square by Natasha Crain STR Outposts The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How It Ends, and Everything Important that Happens in Between by Greg Koukl Is Mormonism Just Another Christian Denomination? by Greg Koukl

Greg answers questions from callers about why the Holy Spirit isn't more active in his people, whether monotheism is essential to the Christian faith, feeling like giving up at the end of one's life, why we arrange worship services the way we do, and the transcendental argument.   Topics: Why isn't the Holy Spirit more active in his people? Why doesn't he prevent divisions in the body of Christ? (04:00) Is monotheism essential to the Christian faith? (18:00) I'm old, tired, and in pain, and I just feel like giving up. (31:00) Is there a reason why we arrange our worship services the way we do? (42:00) What do you think about the transcendental argument for the existence of God? (52:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – September 13–14 in Los Angeles, CA; October 18–19 in Seattle, WA; November 8–9 in Minneapolis, MN; February 21–22, 2025 in Dallas, TX; March 21–22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis Be One of the 100 – Become a strategic partner Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl

Join Christian apologist, Greg Koukl, and our host and Christian Crusaders Executive Director, Matt Reisetter, as they discuss different topics brought up during Greg's visit to the 103rd Cedar Falls Bible Conference.For a link to Stand to Reason, the ministry that Greg is the founder and CEO for, visit https://www.str.org.For a link to a video Greg's messages to the Cedar Falls Bible Conference, via CFBC's YouTube page, visit https://www.youtube.com/live/tJoQKTPA... ("Never Read a Bible Verse," Sunday evening, 7/28/2024) or https://www.youtube.com/live/AK6iyPW-... ("Hell Yes! The Terrifying Truth About Hell," Monday morning, 7/29/2024).For more information about Christian Crusaders, the ministry under which CC Podcasts are produced: Conversations is produced, visit https://christiancrusaders.org. Also, check out our other podcasts:To listen to The CC Podcast: Daily Dose Devotions, where we're currently going through an overview of the Bible, click here: https://christiancrusaders.org/ccpod-....To listen to our weekly radio broadcast, The CC Broadcast, which has aired since 1936, and which features a 30 minute worship service, including music and preaching, click here: https://christiancrusaders.org/the-cc....To listen to Homer Larsen Live, an archive of Pastor Homer Larsen's sermons preached live at Nazareth Church, click here: https://christiancrusaders.org/homer-.... (Pastor Larsen was radio preacher for CC for over 50 years, and also served as Senior Pastor at Nazareth -- many of his radio broadcasts, dating back to the early 2000s, are archived on The CC Broadcast, but this set of sermons are the ones he...

Greg talks to callers about differences between Protestants and Catholics, whether Jesus ever told people to worship him, how to tell if an experience was spiritual, emotional, or demonic, whether or not Greg is a cessationist and why, and how to reach nominal Christians.   Topics: Can you explain the differences between Protestants and Catholics? (00:00) Did Jesus ever tell people to worship him? (15:00) Is this sensation I'm experiencing something spiritual, something emotional, or something demonic? (28:00) Are you a cessationist, and what is the reasoning behind your position? (38:00) How do I reach nominal Christians? (50:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Was Jesus Worshiped? by Greg Koukl Decision Making and the Will of God: What the Bible Doesn't Say Decision Making and the Will of God: The Biblical Model STR Outposts Related Links: The “Gospel for Believers” in 3 Quick Verses by Greg Koukl Did Jesus Receive Worship? by Tim Barnett Another Claim to Deity? by Amy Hall Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (online articles) by Greg Koukl

Greg responds to the idea that the Bible has a second-level spiritual meaning you have to find, then he answers questions about “once saved, always saved,” apologetics in the evangelical church, and what it means to number our days if we're already either elect or non-elect.   Topics: Commentary: The Bible doesn't have a second-level spiritual meaning. (00:00) What does the Bible have to say about the doctrine of “once saved, always saved”? (23:00) Do you think there's a lack of apologetics in the evangelical church today? (37:00) Why should we number our days if we're already either elect or non-elect? How can we have a healthy fear of the Lord if we believe Calvinism is true? (42:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Submit a question on the Open Mic Line Grace Defined and Defended: What a 400-Year-Old Confession Teaches Us about Sin, Salvation, and the Sovereignty of God by Kevin DeYoung Related Links: Silly Putty Bible Study by Greg Koukl

Greg talks about people no longer knowing about the Nazi phrase “Final Solution,” then he talks to callers about questions to ask an atheist family member who's extremely moral and how to respond to someone who says they have a message from God for you.   Topics: Commentary: People no longer know what the “Final Solution” was. (00:00) Do you have any advice for questions I can ask my atheist brother who's extremely moral? (17:00) How should I respond to someone who says they have a message for me from God? (41:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Conspiracy – Film about the meeting where the Nazis planned their “Final Solution” Undeniable: How Biology Confirms Our Intuition That Life Is Designed by Douglas Axe Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl Related Links: Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 by Greg Koukl

Greg answers questions about how we can have assurance of salvation in light of Jeremiah 17:9 and Matthew 7:21–23, whether someone with a phobia of water needs to get baptized by full immersion, and whether the devil could go back to Heaven if he repented.   Topics: In light of Jeremiah 17:9 and Matthew 7:21–23, how can anyone have assurance of salvation? (04:00) Would God require someone with a phobia of water to get baptized by full immersion, or is sprinkling on the head enough? (44:00) If the devil told God he was sorry and did kind things, would he go back to Heaven or stay in Hell? (50:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Stand to Reason's Ambassador's Creed God's Super-Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement by Douglas Geivett and Holly Pivec Submit a question on the Open Mic Line Related Links: Faith and Works: Paul vs. James by Greg Koukl

Greg chats about Jesus Revolution after finally seeing it, then he talks to a caller about good questions to ask an agnostic friend and answers a question about why he says Jesus  saved us from the Father rather than from our sins.   Topics: Commentary: Jesus Revolution and the Jesus Movement (00:00) What are some good questions I can ask an agnostic friend? (25:00) Why would you say Jesus was saving us from the Father rather than from our sin, as if the Father were our enemy? (36:00) Mentioned on the Show:  CrossExamined Instructor Academy Jesus Revolution – Film Why the Blood? by Greg Koukl  

Greg answers questions about how the Holy Spirit communicates with believers, giving prophetic words to people, resources on Christian nationalism, whether Satan is at work in the world, increasing our aggressiveness in this culture, and Ray Comfort's approach.   Topics: How does the Holy Spirit communicate with believers? (00:00) What can I do to soften someone's heart who has rejected the prophetic word I received for them? (15:00) Can you recommend any resources on the topic of Christian nationalism? (25:00) How should I respond to someone who says Satan is no longer at work in the world? (35:00) Has the time come for us to be more aggressive with our apologetics in order to be heard by the culture? (44:00) What are your thoughts on Ray Comfort's approach to evangelism, and how does it differ from the approach you would take? (50:00) Mentioned on the Show:  The Ambassador's Guide to the Voice of God (booklet) by Greg Koukl Decision Making and the Will of God – Audio by Greg Koukl Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl Related Links: Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (online articles) by Greg Koukl

Greg explains why the Apocrypha isn't part of the canon, then he talks to callers about what to say to a good pastor who has been taking verses out of context and thoughts on cessationism.   Topics: Commentary: Why the apocrypha is not part of the canon (00:00) How should I approach a pastor I love about taking verses out of context? (26:00) What do you think about cessationism? (49:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Scribes and Scripture: The Amazing Story of How We Got the Bible by John D. Meade and Peter J. Gurry Why Jesus Rebuked Doubting Thomas by Greg Koukl

Critical theory and its expression in fields like critical race theory, critical pedagogy, and queer theory are having a profound impact on our culture. Carl and Todd sit down with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer, authors of Critical Dilemma: The Rise of Critical Theories and Social Justice Ideology, to discuss how contemporary critical theory's ideas about race, class, gender, identity, and justice have dramatically shaped how people think, act, and view one another—in Christian and secular spheres alike. As a robust meta-narrative worldview, critical social theory and its expansive expressions are categorically against biblical Christianity. – Pat Sawyer While Neil and Pat acknowledge that critical theory can provide some legitimate insights into issues impacting our culture today and urge Christians to condemn racism and seek justice, racial healing, and unity, they argue that the false assumptions at the heart of critical theory pose a serious threat to both the church and society at large.  We are pleased to offer a few copies of Critical Dilemma for our listeners, thanks to the generosity of Harvest House Publishers. Register here for the opportunity to win.   Show Notes: Natasha Crane's article, “Here Comes the He Gets Us Campaign Again: Why Its Portrayal of Jesus is Still a Problem: https://natashacrain.com/here-comes-the-he-gets-us-campaign-again-why-its-portrayal-of-jesus-is-still-a-problem/ Stand to Reason with Greg Koukl: https://www.str.org/ God in the Dock by C.S. Lewis: https://a.co/d/hNVsBWw

Many scholars over the centuries have questioned the historical value of John's Gospel. Since it's the latest of all the Gospels, some argue that John's narrative may tell us more about late first-century Christian beliefs, more than it communicates anything reliable about the Historical Jesus. I discuss this with Richard Bauckham, along with his thesis that the Fourth Gospel wasn't written by the Apostle John, but by a different character known in the early church as John the Elder. SHOW NOTESRecommended BooksThe Testimony of the Beloved Disciple, Richard BauckhamJesus & The Eyewitnesses, Richard BauckhamMagdala of Galilee: A Jewish City, Richard BauckhamThe Identity of John the Evangelist, Dean FurlongRecommended ArticlesAuthenticating The Fourth Gospel, Shane RosenthalWater Into Wine?, Shane RosenthalOutside The Gospels, What Can We Know About Jesus?, S. RosenthalScribes of the New Covenant, Shane RosenthalWhy Should We Believe The Bible?, Shane RosenthalJesus & The Eyewitnesses: A Review, Shane RosenthalOther Related ResourcesThe Gospels As Eyewitness Testimony, Humble Skeptic Ep. #48The Jesus of History, Humble Skeptic Ep. #12Fake or Authentic?, Humble Skeptic Ep. #10Authenticating the Book of Acts, Humble Skeptic Ep. #24Faith Founded on Facts (1), Humble Skeptic Ep. #15Faith Founded on Facts (2), Humble Skeptic Ep. #16This above episode makes a case for an earlier dating of John's GospelUpcoming Events• Greg Koukl, Shane Rosenthal & Jeremy Smith will be speaking on apologetics-related topics at The Fellowship of Wildwood in the St. Louis area on April 7, 2024. While in town, Greg Koukl will also be speaking at the Creating Confident Ambassadors conference at First Baptist Church—St. John on Saturday, April 6th in St. Louis.• Shane will be discussing the question, “Is Faith Blind & Irrational?” at Third Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, Alabama on Sunday, April 28th at 11 am. For directions, visit the church website: thirdpca.org.• Shane will be speaking at the ReThink315 College Camp which will take place on the campus of St. Louis University, July 16-19, 2024.• On Wed. Sept. 18th, Shane will discuss the question, “Is Faith Blind & Irrational?” at an event in Cedar City, Utah (more details coming soon).• For more information, or to invite Shane Rosenthal to speak at your next event, send an email to: INFO at HUMBLESKEPTIC dot COM. Write a Positive ReviewIf you're a fan of the show, consider writing a brief review to let others know what you like about it (preferably via the Apple Podcast app since their reviews can be seen in other podcast portals). The more positive reviews we get, the more exposure we get!We Need Your Help!Consider supporting The Humble Skeptic podcast by making a one-time gift or upgrading to a paid subscription via Substack ($5.95 per month, $59 per year). Use the button below for more information about giving options. Get full access to The Humble Skeptic at www.humbleskeptic.com/subscribe

Glenn and Stu react to the latest embarrassing clip from "The View" and discuss the real racism rooted within leftist ideology. Stand to Reason founder and president Greg Koukl joins to discuss the importance of forgiveness. Liberty University professor of apologetics and philosophy Gary Habermas joins on Good Friday to discuss why the resurrection of Jesus Christ is so essential and the brutality Jesus faced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glenn goes through some of the predictions allegedly made by Nostradamus, including a prediction that World War III will begin this year. Should society believe in these predictions? Florida passed legislation giving law enforcement the power to go after squatters. Glenn and Stu react to the latest embarrassing clip from "The View" and discuss the real racism rooted within leftist ideology. Stand to Reason founder and president Greg Koukl joins to discuss the importance of forgiveness. BlazeTV co-host of "The Rick & Bubba Show" Rick Burgess joins to break down the origins of sin and why sin matters to God. Liberty University professor of apologetics and philosophy Gary Habermas joins on Good Friday to discuss why the resurrection of Jesus Christ is so essential and the brutality Jesus faced. Glenn and Gary also discuss the historical proof that Jesus did, in fact, live, die, and rise again.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many New Testament scholars argue that the Gospels were told orally for the better part of a century before they were finally written down, and as such, they tell us more about later Christian beliefs than they do the life of Jesus. Cambridge scholar Richard Bauckham has argued that this entire approach to Jesus research has officially reached a dead end and that the Gospels are rooted in reliable eyewitness testimony. Shane discusses these claims with Dr. Bauckham.SHOW NOTESRecommended BooksJesus & The Eyewitnesses, Richard BauckhamJesus: A Very Short Introduction, Richard BauckhamThe Testimony of the Beloved Disciple, Richard BauckhamGospel Women, Richard BauckhamCan We Trust The Gospels?, Peter J. WilliamsTestimonies to the Truth, Lydia McGrewRecommended ArticlesThe Gospels as Authentic Testimony, Richard BauckhamIs Luke a Trustworthy Historian?, William RamsayOutside The Gospels, What Can We Know About Jesus?, S. RosenthalScribes of the New Covenant, Shane RosenthalCan We Trust Luke's History of the Early Jesus Movement?, S. RosenthalWater Into Wine?, Shane RosenthalOn Faith & History, Shane RosenthalWhy Should We Believe The Bible?, Shane RosenthalAuthenticating The Fourth Gospel, Shane RosenthalJesus & The Eyewitnesses: A Review, Shane RosenthalConsidering Alternatives to the Resurrection, Shane RosenthalOther Related ResourcesThe Jesus of History, Humble Skeptic Ep. #12Faith Founded on Facts, Humble Skeptic Ep. #15Fake or Authentic?, Humble Skeptic Ep. #10Authenticating the Book of Acts, Humble Skeptic Ep. #24New Evidence for the Gospels, Peter J. Williams (video)Evidence for the Resurrection, Peter J. Williams (video)Are the Gospels Reliable?, Peter J. Williams & Bart Ehrman (video)Upcoming Events• On Wed. March 27th at 6:30 pm, Shane will be discussing “Objections to the Resurrection” at Christ Presbyterian Church in St. Charles, MO.• Greg Koukl, Shane Rosenthal & Jeremy Smith will be speaking on apologetics-related topics at The Fellowship of Wildwood in the St. Louis area on April 7, 2024. While in town, Greg Koukl will also be speaking at the Creating Confident Ambassadors conference at First Baptist Church—St. John on Saturday, April 6th in St. Louis.• Shane will be discussing the question, “Is Faith Blind & Irrational?” at Third Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, Alabama on Sunday, April 28th at 11 am. For directions, visit the church website: thirdpca.org.• Shane will be speaking at the ReThink315 College Camp which will take place on the campus of St. Louis University, July 16-19, 2024.• On Wed. Sept. 18th, Shane will discuss the question, “Is Faith Blind & Irrational?” at an event in Cedar City, Utah (more details coming soon).• For more information, or to invite Shane Rosenthal to speak at your next event, send an email to: INFO at HUMBLESKEPTIC dot COM. Write a Positive ReviewIf you're a fan of the show, consider writing a brief review to let others know what you like about it (preferably via the Apple Podcast app since their reviews can be seen in other podcast portals). The more positive reviews we get, the more exposure we get!We Need Your Help!Consider supporting The Humble Skeptic podcast by making a one-time gift or upgrading to a paid subscription via Substack ($5.95 per month, $59 per year). Use the button below for more information about giving options. Get full access to The Humble Skeptic at www.humbleskeptic.com/subscribe

Greg discusses the Pope's statement about hoping Hell is empty, then he talks to callers about how to have good conversations with a Jehovah's Witness, Dallas Willard's book on the spiritual disciplines, and a follow-up call about an atheist vs. Christian dialogue at a church.   Topics: Commentary: You can't hope for something you know won't happen. (00:00) How can I stay on the same page with my brother when we're discussing his Jehovah's Witness beliefs? (08:00) What's your opinion on Dallas Willard's book on the spiritual disciplines? (33:00) A follow-up call on a dialogue between an atheist and a Christian that was held at a church. (48:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Being Tactical with Jehovah's Witnesses by Tim Barnett Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl The previous call about the atheist vs. Christian dialogue Related Links: Deity of Christ: Case Closed by Greg Koukl Does God Whisper? Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 (online articles) by Greg Koukl The Ambassador's Guide to the Voice of God (booklet) by Greg Koukl

Greg talks about people misusing the idea of “separation of church and state” to punish ideological disagreement, then he answers questions about responding to “anyone who doesn't believe just like you goes to Hell,” using preferred names, and hypnotism.   Topics: Commentary: Separation of church and state doesn't mean this. (00:00) Is there a quick way to answer someone who asks if we think anyone who doesn't believe just like us will go to Hell? (23:00) When a student wants to use a name other than their given name, where's the line between using the name of a different gender and just taking on a nickname? (42:00) Would it be okay for Christians to make use of hypnotism to overcome addictions? (51:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Submit a question on the Open Mic Line Iron Curtain Diary Indiana parents warn nation after child is removed from home for improper pronoun usage: ‘Can happen anywhere'by Kendall Tietz Related Links: Why Agree to Use Preferred Names but Not Preferred Pronouns? by Amy Hall Why Pronouns Matter…a Lot by Greg Koukl

In this episode, we welcome Tim Barnett to the show. He is a Christian apologist that works with Greg Koukl's Stand to Reason and runs the Red Pen Logic with Mr. B YouTube channel. He is also the co-author of a new book with Alisa Childers called The Deconstruction of Christianity: What it is, Why it's Destructive, and How to Respond. In this interview, we discuss how he became a Christian Apologist, how we got roped into co-writing a book with Alisa, the most nefarious part of the deconstructionist movement, how deconstruction has no tangible end goal other than complete apostasy, how we shouldn't just fight against deconstruction using politics and culture, why Christians allow their politics to be upstream from their doctrine, why most churches and Christians are ill-equipped to push back against deconstruction, how to refute the claims of “toxic theology”, what we should do if someone we know and love begins to deconstruct their Christian faith, and much more. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices