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Q&A Panel - Conquering the Challenges of Culture Lenny Esposito is joined on stage by J. Warner Wallace, Dr. Hugh Ross, Joe Dallas, Becket Cook, and Monique Duson for a fascinating Q&session recorded at a recent Dare to Defend Conference. Here, they tackle issues such as whether a Christian should attend a loved one's gay wedding, how to approach the CRT issue, how the universe's beginning matches the biblical account, and so much more! It's a stimulating 90-minute conversation that will leave you wanting even more!
Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: When Faith Surrenders to Secularism Lenny Esposito and John G. West unpack “Stockholm Syndrome Christianity,” a trend where Christian leaders embrace secular ideologies over biblical truth. From cultural influences to critiques of figures like Andy Stanley and Francis Collins, this discussion reveals the corruptions creeping into modern Christian practice and offers insights on how believers can identify wolves in sheep's clothing while standing firm in their faith.
Comics, Murder... and the Gospel? How a Detective Turned Comic Creator Is Redefining Christian Storytelling. J. Warner Wallace, a seasoned detective, sits down with Lenny Esposito to share the secrets behind his leap into graphic novels. This episode dives into blending crime-solving realism with a Christian worldview, engaging readers, and tackling big ideas like human worth in a fresh way.
Do biologists give too much credit to natural selection and self-organization? What are the limits of a materialist approach to science? On this ID The Future, we bring you the second half of a panel discussion reviewing the recent debate between Rice University chemistry professor Dr. James Tour and University of Glasgow professor of chemistry Dr. Lee Cronin. In November 2023, Dr. Tour and Dr. Cronin participated in a roundtable debate on origin-of-life studies at Harvard University with a live audience of Harvard faculty and guests. Even if you haven't seen the debate yet, you’ll get valuable insight into the state of origin-of-life research from this panel discussion, featuring three of our own: scientist and attorney Casey Luskin, physicist Brian Miller, and Center for Science and Culture Senior Fellow Dr. Stephen Dilley. It also featured Arizona State University Professor of Philosophy Owen Anderson. The second half of the conversation begins where Part 1 left off: with a critique of the seemingly limitless power attributed to natural selection. In the debate, Dr. Cronin called natural selection “the force that produces our stars.” Dr. Miller explains why natural selection wields so much power for scientists like Cronin: “What a lot of origin-of-life people do is they talk about natural selection as a demigod with creative agency. That’s how they rationalize away the evidence for design.” The panel also discusses how intelligent design is a legitimate threat to materialist science, and how Dr. Tour’s challenge is impacting the origin-of-life research community. They conclude with the reminder that a mind-first view of the natural world can not only help us personally, it can help society create better solutions for living. This discussion was recorded by the Kirkwood Center and hosted by Kirkwood president Anthony Costello and vice-president Lenny Esposito. We thank the Kirkwood Center for permission to share it. This is Part 2 of a two-part discussion. Listen to Part 1 if you missed it. Dig Deeper Listen to Dr. Stephen Meyer interview Dr. James Tour about the origin-of-life debate: Source
Building a Bulletproof Faith in Your Kids The stats are clear. Once they leave home, Christian kids are leaving the church in alarming numbers. How can we help young believers stand up to the continual onslaught of peer-pressure, professors, and pop culture pushing them away from the faith? In this session, noted apologist Lenny Esposito provides parents and young people with specific tools to solidify their faith and help them see why Christianity makes the most sense of our world.
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In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito, discuss chapter four of Carl Trueman's book "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self" in which the author pins some of the West's current cultural issues to the lesser known works of the Poets of the Romantic era. We will talk about some of the shaping ideas of Wordsworth, Shelley, and Blake and how they have forged a culture of self determination and emotivism.
On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio, Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel discuss the major ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau which have laid the foundation for much of the self-centered, emotive, and blame-shifting behaviors of society in the West today. This discussion is based on chapter 3 of Carl Trueman's book "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution"
In this episode Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion with Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel on the first chapter of Carl Trueman's book "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self." Specifically we cover the Philip Rieff's cultural development beginning with what he calls the Political Man, then on to the Religious Man, to the Economic Man, and finally onto the Psychological Man.
In this episode Brian Auten & Chad Gross discuss the main takeaways from a number of previous podcast episodes. Don't forget to fill out the PODCAST SURVEY for a chance to win a prize!0:28 - The purpose of today's podcast review.2:29 - Book recommendation: Is Atheism Dead? by Eric Metaxishttps://a315.co/3KypuPa5:29 - Book recommendation: Fearless Prayer by Craig Hazenhttps://a315.co/38EX60u7:14 - Podcast recommendation: The Knight & Rose ShowYoutube: https://a315.co/3kAAa5f iTunes: https://a315.co/38IhAFW8:39 - Feedback Survey and Giveawayhttps://airtable.com/shr14Kl8px7izEcan9:23 - Preview of Upcoming Guests9:54 - Lenny Esposito with Cultural Apologetics10:59 - Pastoral Apologetics with Phil Fernandes11:51 - Kurt Jaros - What about those who haven't heard?12:14 - The Power of Testimonies with Eric Manning13:56 - Rationality vs. Bigotry14:24 - Cultural Apologetics with Paul Gould15:20 - Spiritual Warfare with Karl Payne16:46 - Person of Interest with J. Warner Wallace17:58 - Dealing with Doubt18:28 - A Cornucopia of Topics18:44 - Demonization with Karl Payne19:54 - Girl Talk Apologetics with Susan Morales21:04 - Evangelism & Apologetics with Dave Sterrett23:05 - J.P. Moreland classic interview23:38 - The Wise Man Seeks God24:04 - Talk about Doubts with Jonathan McLatchie25:43 - Is Apologetics Optional?26:20 - Apologetics in Conversation27:07 - How could Jesus be the Only Way?27:25 - Artificial Intelligence with Christian Hubbs28:00 - Seven Characteristics of a Mature Thinker28:13 - Advice for Apologists29:07 - Logic with Ken Samples29:42 - Is Reality Secular with Mary Poplin30:31 - New Apostolic Reformation Experiences33:45 - Rules of Apologetic Engagement35:06 - Logic & The Way of Jesus with Travis Dickinson36:11 - Beauty & Divine Hiddenness with Doug Groothuis37:04 - Apologetics & Parenting with Brett & Erin Kunkle38:12 - Pascal's Pensées39:14 - Jesus is God40:19 - Please fill out the podcast survey!https://airtable.com/shr14Kl8px7izEcanWe welcome 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 of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, along with Lenny Esposito and Jonathan Noyes discuss the special traits that make up Generation Z. Then we talk through ways to reach them with the Gospel.
In this episode of the Apologetics.com Show Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito discuss C.S. Lewis' Moral Argument, its objective nature and universality. We also cover the good Christianity has brought to the world and rebuttals to skeptics who claim it has done more harm than good, i.e. Crusades, Inquisition, etc.
In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, Dr. Jacob Daniel, and Lenny Esposito discuss the important and critical role reason plays in the art and science of defending the truth claims of Christianity. Specifically, they cover C.S. Lewis' four facets of rationality that make a pure naturalistic worldview untenable.
On this episode of the Apologetics.com, Dr. Harry Edwards, Dr. Jacob Daniel, and Lenny Esposito discuss the primary role imagination plays in the art and science of defending the truth claims of Christianity to a culture that lacks the plausibility structure that allows for God's existence. Dr. Paul Gould in his book “Cultural Apologetics” encourages the believer to “…demonstrate that the best explanation for why we make architecture and jokes, sculptures and gardens, stories and mythical creatures is because we bear the image of a God who is the master creator, comedian, and storyteller.” Imagination is a pointer to God.
The Trouble with "Trusting the Science" (Part 3) We've all heard the admonishment to "trust the science" in various situations. But is demanding faith in science while dismissing faith in religion truly rational? In this episode, Lenny Esposito tackles the distinctions between faith, belief, and knowledge and offers specific examples of where the tenets of the Christin faith not only proved more accurate than the invocation of science during the last century, but also proved to be more humane. This class is part of a full series of lectures entitled "Christianity and Science: Tackling the Issues of the 21st Century." To find out more, visit the comereason.org web site. Part 3 of 3
The Trouble with "Trusting the Science" (Part 2) We've all heard the admonishment to "trust the science" in various situations. But is demanding faith in science while dismissing faith in religion truly rational? In this episode, Lenny Esposito tackles the distinctions between faith, belief, and knowledge and offers specific examples of where the tenets of the Christin faith not only proved more accurate than the invocation of science during the last century, but also proved to be more humane. This class is part of a full series of lectures entitled "Christianity and Science: Tackling the Issues of the 21st Century." To find out more, visit the comereason.org web site. Part 2 of 3
The Trouble with Trusting the Science (Part 1) We've all heard the admonishment to "trust the science" in various situations. But is demanding faith in science while dismissing faith in religion truly rational? In this episode, Lenny Esposito tackles the distinctions between faith, belief, and knowledge and offers specific examples of where the tenets of the Christin faith not only proved more accurate than the invocation of science during the last century, but also proved to be more humane. This class is part of a full series of lectures entitled "Christianity and Science: Tackling the Issues of the 21st Century." To find out more, visit the comereason.org web site. Part 1 of 2
On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio, Dr. Harry Edwards along with Lenny Esposito discuss what it means to live in a disenchanted world. They cover the basic philosophical genealogy and causes that brought about society's disregard for the supernatural and an adoption of a purely naturalistic worldview.
In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview apologist Lenny Esposito on cultural apologetics, superhero movies, and ministry on the internet.0:36 - Introduction to Lenny Esposito2:47 - Apologetics and the dawn of the internet4:44 - Old school internet apologetics5:29 - Is Lenny related to famous hockey players?6:40 - Are there any resources still lacking for apologetics today?10:48 - Defining and describing cultural apologetics16:47 - Grounding common cultural values in the Christian worldview19:18 - Can we transition from cultural talking points to Christian truth?23:22 - How superhero movies illustrate cultural values26:00 - Symbiote Spider man and sin28:11 - Forrest Gump and gospel reliability31:40 - Chad is sad that Forrest Gump is not historical31:57 - The trend toward anti-heroes and what it shows about culture37:16 - Falcon and Winter Soldier42:45 - Lenny's writing a book about superhero movies and apologetics45:58 - If God exists, why did he allow the Last Jedi?48:14 - Chesterton and dragons51:59 - Lenny's resources:Lenny's Website:www.comereason.orgCome Let Us Reason Podcast:podcast.comereason.orgLenny Esposito on Twitter:www.twitter.com/comereasonWe 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
How Reasonable Is It to "Trust the Science"? (Part 2) We've all heard the admonishment to "trust the science" in various situations. But is demanding faith in science while dismissing faith in religion truly rational? In this episode, Lenny Esposito tackles the distinctions between faith, belief, and knowledge and offers specific examples of where the tenets of the Christain faith not only proved more accurate than the invocation of science in t the last century, but also more humane.Part 2 of 2
How Reasonable Is It to "Trust the Science?"(Part 1) We've all heard the admonishment to "trust the science" in various situations. But is demanding faith in science while dismissing faith in religion truly rational? In this episode, Lenny Esposito tackles the distinctions between faith, belief, and knowledge and offers specific examples of where the tenets of the Christain faith not only proved more accurate than the invocation of science in t the last century, but also more humane.Part 1 of 2
We've all heard the admonishment to "trust the science" in various situations. But is demanding faith in science while dismissing faith in religion truly rational? In this episode, Lenny Esposito tackles the distinctions between faith, belief, and knowledge and offers specific examples of where the tenets of the Christin faith not only proved more accurate than the invocation of science in t the last century, but also more humane.
On this episode, Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion on a growing trend among believers in the West called Christian nationalism and its rival, globalism. The show seeks to define these two types of allegiances and the implications for holding each view within the Christian context. On the panel are Dr. Jacob Daniel of Heritage Counsel and Mr. Lenny Esposito of Come Reason Ministries.
In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Lenny Esposito, Jacob Daniel, and Harry Edwards discuss in general disturbing aspects, factors and solutions of what is quickly becoming commonplace in the public square: Cancel Culture. Here we tackle undergirding philosophies of cancel culture, why it does not work and practical steps for the church to handle potentially divisive conversations.
Lenny Esposito of Come Let Us Reason Together debunks the various claims made by the "Bible Secrets" Television Shows.
These are uncertain times. We are in a world war. The enemy is invisible and much of society is in crisis mode. In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio show, Harry Edwards talks to Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel to discuss how Christians ought to behave during a pandemic. We take our cues from history to consider how our forebears dealt with similar circumstances. We also consider how this crisis has potential for greater things to come while being cognizant of the dangers if we lose hope in Christ and in each other.
There’s a lot of concern over the growing trend of young people leaving the church. The exodus has included high profile Christian leaders like Josh Harris and Marty Sampson. Now, the two hugely popular YouTube stars who host “Good Mythical Morning” have publicly announced how they also lost their faith. In this show, Lenny Esposito, Harry Edwards, and Jacob Daniel consider the stories of Rhett and Link, examine their objections to Christianity, and mark specific points where Christians need to do better in addressing the doubts of young people today.
In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel share their favorite apologetics tips and methods to defend the truth claims of Christianity. Listen and learn how to effectively engage and persuade your listener on ultimate issues pertaining to faith, truth and reason.
On this episode we continue with the discussion on deconversion hosted and facilitated by Dr. Jacob Daniel on May 25, 2019. Here we specifically expound on Dr. John Marriott's book "A Recipe for Disaster" in which he explains four factors churches and parents contribute to the process of weakening believer's doubts that ultimately lead to renouncing the Christian faith: over-prepared, ill-prepared, ill-prepared and painfully prepared. This show was hosted by Harry Edwards with panelist Chris Sandoval, Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel.
Dr. Jacob Daniel interviews Dr. Paul Gould about his new book Cultural Apologetics. On the show are Lenny Esposito and Harry Edwards. They discuss how contemporary culture presents us with a disenchanted view of reality, and how as believers we can provide a robust response to the various challenges facing the church today.
In this episode we will explore the cultural artifact of movies and story-telling to see if there is anything in Hollywood that can teach Christians to discern between legitimate worldviews (apologetics) and bankrupt ones. This show will also help you consider the inherent goodness and significance of beauty and art in Christian living. Our special guests are Brian Godawa, Lenny Esposito, Jacob Daniel and your host Harry Edwards.
In this podcast, founder and president of Come Reason Ministries, Lenny Esposito, gives a talk about the resurrection of Christ answering the often asked question: is Christ's claim of coming back to life a fraud, a fable, or is it fact?
The transcendent value of beauty is hardly mentioned in academic conversations in our modern world, much less in everyday culture in which superficial preferences are the norm. That wasn't the case before the Enlightenment. What happened? In this show we take a survey approach to the nature of beauty, some of its properties, and the important role it plays in the art and science of apologetics. On the show are Lenny Esposito, Daniel Jacob, Harry Edwards and special guest Brian Godawa.
If you're a believer in Christ, you can't miss the command to be ready to give a defense to anyone who asks for the hope you have in Him, yet with gentleness and respect (1 Pet. 3:15). It's not an option to engage in the defense of the faith. In fact, it's a joy and honor to represent our Lord and Savior since we're all called to be ambassadors for the Kingdom. Here we discuss what we think are three of the most important methods to help our listeners engage our current culture for Christ. I'm joined in the studio with Lenny Esposito, Jacob Daniel and first time guest Artur Asaduriyan.
The Apologetics.com Radio team discuss in survey fashion some of the thorny issues we face surrounding race, culture and it's final cure, the Gospel. Joining Harry Edwards in the studio are Lenny Esposito, Jacob Daniel and special guest Brett Kunkle.
In this episode my special guest Lenny Esposito and I talk about two movies made in the last year that deal with issues of God […]
Lenny Esposito from Come Reason Ministries teaches at our Sunday evening service at Calvary Chapel San Diego, April 26, 2015. http://calvarysandiego.com http://www.comereason.org/
Lenny Esposito of Come Reason Ministries joins me to talk about scientism and its relationship with the church as well evangelism on college campuses.
Apologetics315 had the privilege of interviewing Lenny Esposito of Come Let Us Reason. Lenny produces a great apologetics podcast which can be found here or through iTunes here. His website contains many resources, some 150 articles, and plenty of audio. Enjoy.