Podcasts about Reasons to Believe

En el viaje de la vida, saber a dónde ir no es una pregunta cualquiera. Con el tiempo, sin embargo, descubrimos que no hay lugares especiales, sino personas especiales. Cuando uno vuelve a un sitio que ha sido importante en su vida, lo encuentra a veces vacío, cuando no está la persona que lo hacía especial. Así Lucas nos muestra en su Evangelio que es Jesús, quien es especial, aunque para conocer sus Hechos, nos preguntamos dónde está Él ahora. Es evidente que Jesús ya no está entre nosotros, como le vieron sus discípulos. Tras su muerte y resurrección les da, sin embargo, evidencia de que está vivo. Esas "pruebas indubitables" (Hch. 1:3) son "Razones para creer". En 1982 nadie se imaginaba que Bruce Springsteen no tuviera ganas de vivir. En plena fama, parecía lleno de energía y entusiasmo sobre el escenario, cuando se sentía solo y desconectado. Los personajes del álbum que graba en su casa con su guitarra (Nebraska), han roto con su padre, su hermano o su amante, lamentan el pasado, y no ven futuro alguno. Se pregunta si tiene "Razones para creer" (Reasons To Believe) en el tema que escuchamos en una versión en vivo en el estadio de Meadowlands, su querida Jersey, el verano de 1984, una de las primeras veces que la cantaba. Tina Boonstra es una joven cantautora londinense que como hija de misioneros, tiene razones para creer, pero sus temas expresan las dudas de aquellos primeros discípulos. Se siente como Tomás (Call Me Thomas 2023), pero Lucas comienza la lista de los seguidores de Jesús que se convierten en sus apóstoles con Pedro y Tomás (v. 13), hombres llenos de dudas y contradicciones, que han descubierto nueva vida en Él, tras su Resurrección. Son escépticos y fracasados, los que Jesús usa como sus mensajeros. Cuando le buscamos, es porque Él ya nos busca a nosotros. La canción del "Buscador" (The Seeker 1971) de The Who, refleja para su autor, Pete Townshend, "una desesperación divina". Muchos como él, buscaron en un gurú de la India, como Meher Baba en su caso, la esperanza divina en 1968. Los Beatles pasaron el año anterior (1967) con el gurú Maharishi. La historia de su búsqueda y decepción se cuenta ahora un largometraje documental titulado "Los Beatles y la India" (2021). En él habla bastante Steve Turner, un periodista evangélico que ha escrito mucho sobre los Beatles y las "Historias detrás de las canciones" (Blume, Barcelona, 2016). Escuchamos algunas escenas de la versión doblada de la película de Ajoy Bose con los comentarios de José de Segovia sobre la banda sonora original de Benji Merrison. El desconcierto de esa generación que buscaba la luz en Oriente y lo oculto se refleja bien en una canción de T-Bone Burnett con los otros dos músicos de la banda de Bob Dylan que llegaron a la fe cristiana con el actual Premio Nobel de Literatura y formaron The Alpha Band (Mystified 1977). Quien sería luego, la esposa de Burnett, Leslie Phillips, conocida familiarmente como Sam, lo expresa bien en la canción en la que dice que "Él viene a mi corazón" (Here He Comes With My Heart 1984). La Ascensión que narra Lucas en el primer capítulo de Hechos es fundamental para saber dónde buscar la luz divina hoy. No está en un gurú de la India, ni en nuestro interior, sino fuera de nosotros en el Cielo, al que subió literalmente Jesús (vv. 6-11). No se perdió en la distancia como Superman, sino que fue arriba. ¿Qué significa eso para nosotros? Primero, que nuestra esperanza está en el Dios-Hombre ascendido a los Cielos, Cristo Jesús no ha dejado la naturaleza humana, sino que a la diestra del Padre intercede todavía por nosotros y nada humano le es extraño. Segundo, como dijo a sus amigos en el Evangelio según Juan, su Ascensión es mejor para nosotros (Juan 16:7), porque ya no está en Israel, para tener que ir en peregrinación como el que tiene un audiencia con el papa en Roma. Está más cerca de nosotros que nunca lo ha estado, a distancia de una oración. En tercer lugar, nos ha dado así, "Otro Consolador" (Juan 14:16), el Espíritu Santo que nos une a Cristo y nos da una vida que aunque está escondida ahora en los cielos, un día se manifestará, cuando Él vuelva (Colosenses 3:3-4). Como dice el cantautor galés Martyn Joseph con la letra del poeta cristiano de Liverpool, Stewart Henderson, es el Cielo, el que marca la diferencia (Everything In Heaven Comes Apart 1994).

Why should we believe that Jesus is exactly who He claims to be? Find out next, on this Monday edition of Something Good with Dr. Ron Jones. The Gospel of John offers many reasons to believe that Jesus is who He said He was. That was the purpose of John's writing, to convince his readers to believe that Jesus was and is the long-awaited Messiah. Today, Ron offers some rather convincing proof of Christ's claim, as he continues his teaching series, ““Route 66: The Ultimate Road Trip Through The Bible.” 

Seeing is believing. Or is it? Well, to hear the Apostle John tell it, it's the other way around. Believing is seeing. This truth is echoed throughout the Bible, but the Gospel of John places special emphasis on belief, as well as the Person in whom we should believe. John ultimately takes us to the deep end of theology and philosophy, and we dive into those waters next, as Ron moves ahead in his teaching series, “Route 66: The Ultimate Road Trip Through The Bible.” 

The Giants got another walk-off win, their 9th of the year, and they keep giving fans reasons to not give up on them.

Is the Bible worthy of our trust? Many consider it an old fantasy book akin to Harry Potter. It is historical fiction, not grounded in reality. College professors also sow doubt in tender minds, claiming the Bible is riddled with errors. Is this the truth? Join us as we examine logical and historical reasons we can trust the Bible.

Will and Steve are back, and the demise of the Yankees has been greatly exaggerated.-Jazz is an all time acquisition-Jasson has been solid-Appreciating Cody Bellinger-Aaron Judge continues to find new levels of greatness-Bullpen trade targetsAll that and more on the latest from YankeesFiles!

The 2025 Chicago Cubs are playing with energy, swagger, and a sense of purpose — and yes, they're FUN again. In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, host Jeff Ragauskis breaks down 3 key reasons why this team is a blast to watch. From young stars stepping up to clubhouse chemistry and strong leadership, we're diving into what's changed and why you should be excited.

The early church understood and adopted the idea of the resurrection in surprising ways. Where did these new ideas about the resurrection come from? Were there some innovative and imaginative theologians that decided to make lemonade out of the lemon of their would-be Messiah's crucifixion? Or is there another explanation? Hear the surprising innovations on the resurrection that the early church embraced and how they can help give you rock-solid faith for today!

How we can be sure Jesus is real and historical and is the Son of God Messiah that Christians believe he is If you are a follower of Christ, this will help you share with others who doubt or have questions as you tell people about Jesus, maybe a family member or friend, If you have ever been unsure if Jesus is real this morning, this is for you. We will start with what the Bible says about Jesus and focus on 5 areas of evidence for Christ and Christianity. We will finish by deciding how we are to respond.

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There's a case to argue that peak tariff headlines negativity is behind for Canada and that can be associated with improved fortunes for the currency. In this episode of FX Moment, BI's Chief G10 FX Strategist Audrey Childe-Freeman talks to Jeremy Stretch, Chief International Strategist at CIBC World Markets, about Canada's economic and political dynamics, for a Canadian dollar focus episode. The Bank of Canada will probably end up being more dovish than expected in 2025, but it isn't alone and combined with more expansionary yet credible fiscal dynamics under Mark Carney's leadership, that should all help the growth narrative and the currency. Jeremy and Audrey also discuss the longer-term increased Canadian dollar appeal in a context of de-dollarization and global reserves diversification strategies.

Today's Message:  Our Mess, His MessageJohn 21:15-19

Send us a textEaster is not absurd. Without it, everything else would be absurd. In this episode Glen Scrivener gives you four reasons that you can believe in the resurrection — in fact he'll show you four reasons you already believe in life-from-the-dead.Referencing everything from Star Wars to psychology, from cosmic fine tuning to consciousness, Glen shows how the resurrection is not unbelievable. It's the explanation for our world. Wes Huff appeared on episode 2252 of the Joe Rogan Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0alzUZNnXcEL9MJzE9KD9PJordan Peterson appeared on episode 1769 of the Joe Rogan Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/7IVFm4085auRaIHS7N1NQlCheck out the 321 course and The 321 Podcast at: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There's bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show

Today's Message:  Resurrection SundayJohn 20

Today's Message:  The Triumphal EntryJohn 12:12-19

The Chicago Bulls are riding high as they approach the play-in tournament, but can their recent success translate to postseason glory? This episode breaks down the team's strengths and potential pitfalls, including Billy Donovan's improved coaching, the dynamic backcourt of Josh Giddey and Coby White, and the Bulls' high-octane pace. Kevin Huerter's play since joining Chicago raises questions about his future with the team. Will he earn a contract extension or become a valuable trade asset? As the Bulls prepare to face the Washington Wizards, the focus is on securing a home play-in game and building momentum.Tune in for expert analysis on the Bulls' playoff chances and the key factors that could make or break their postseason run.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/BullsCentralPodGet at us:Email: BullsCentralPod@gmail.comTwitter:@BullsCentralPodPhone: ‪(773) 270-2799‬Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code BULLS20 for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chicago-bulls-central/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today's Message:  Why Death is Just a DoorwayJohn 11

Today's Message:  The Good Shepherd, the Sheep, and Why it Matters!John 10

Today's Message:  How God Provides!John 6

Today's Message:  The Promise of BeliefJohn 5

Today's Message:  The Where and the What of WorshipJohn 4

Today's Message:  New Birth:  Not What You Think It isJohn 3:1-21

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Today's Message:  The Glory of His PresenceJohn 2:12-22

Good morning! Start your day with Go Birds! Daily, a daily Eagles podcast giving you everything you need to know for February 9th — Super Bowl Sunday. In today's episode Eliot Shorr-Parks gives you six reasons to believe the Eagles will beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. Presented by betPARX Online Casino and Sportsbook App.New customers DOWNLOAD NOW and get up to $ 1000 dollar casino bonus back if you're not a winner in your first 24 hours.Visit betPARX.com for terms/conditions. You must be 21 and in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Michigan or Ohio. Gambling problem, 1-800-Gambler. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's Message:  Jesus, the Master of the FeastJohn 2:1-11

Today's Message: Make Much of JesusJohn 1:19-34

Intro to Series/Overview of the Gospel of John

Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson discuss the decisions facing the Patriots' front office when constructing the 2025 roster, and weigh some of the options available to the team at the wide receiver position. Ted shares his list of reasons why he believes in Josh McDaniels as the leader of the 2025 Patriots' offense. Plus, NBC Sports Boston Celtics' analyst Brian Scalabrine joins the show to address a comment about the Celtics being "too good", discuss the impact of the team's health on their success this season, and much more.

NHL analyst Mike Johnson on Canada's difficult path to the Gold Medal game, reasons Canada can still win, discipline issues, cleaning up the penalties, and trying to create offense.

Let's do our LOA thing and launch a new year with good momentum by focusing on reasons to believe this is our year!  That's all it takes to stack the deck in our favor for a year filled with dreams come true and stunning successes.

 In today's episode, we explore the foundational debate between creation and evolution. Delving into scripture and scientific perspectives, this lesson questions whether creation is truly factual and examines the principles underlying both beliefs, faith and science. From microevolution within species to the more contentious macroevolution, the discussion highlights varying theories, including Darwinian evolution, design theories, and Christian perspectives. We explore the central Christian belief in a six-day creation and contrast it with evolutionary theory.  With theological insights and historical references, this episode revisits age-old questions: Is God the universe's creator or is evolution the product of scientific scrutiny? Listen in to  these compelling topics and reflect on the enduring impact of belief systems on our everyday lives. Join us for a deeper understanding of this pivotal and ongoing debate.

Today's message delves into the profound question of life after death. Looking in 2 Corinthians 5, the episode explores the logical and Biblical basis for belief in eternal life. We discuss the reliability of the Bible, the existence of God, and the resurrection of Jesus as foundational truths that affirm the truth that eternal life in heaven is available to those that believe.  The lesson addresses the universal belief in life after death observed across cultures and civilizations, citing eternity as an intrinsic part of human consciousness. Scriptures convey the concept of living confidently and courageously, even at the brink of death, knowing it leads to being present with the Lord. Listeners are encouraged to face mortality with a joyful anticipation, trusting in the promise of a glorified body and eternal home made perfect by God. The lesson emphasizes the importance of living by faith rather than sight, reaffirming the hope and assurance offered by Scripture that life continues beyond the physical realm, and where we spend that eternity depends upon our belief and faith in this realm.

In this episode we dive deep into the historical evidence supporting the existence of Jesus Christ. Discover how the combined testimonies of scriptures and ancient historians, such as Josephus and Tacticus, provide more proof of Jesus' life than any other figure from the ancient world. The study moves towards the role of John the Baptist as a pivotal figure in heralding the arrival of Jesus. We explore John's testimony and his undeniable recognition of Jesus as the Lamb of God. This episode also sheds light on the significant distinction of John's baptism and how his mission was to prepare the way for the coming of the Messiah. The conversation touches on the aspects of how the Gospel of John distinctively presents the purpose of Jesus' life and ministry, affirming the Deity and mission of Christ. Tune in to see how the historical Jesus is not just a distant figure but a real person who walked the earth and transformed history, giving you a true reason to believe.

What is your elevator pitch for the existence of God? That is a question that was posed to dozens of successful and accomplished people. They were asked to write a short, concise, elevator-trip-length essays on why they believed. These essays were compiled into a wonderful book titled “Elevator pitches for God.” The creators of this […]

What is your elevator pitch for the existence of God? That is a question that was posed to dozens of successful and accomplished people. They were asked to write a short, concise, elevator-trip-length essays on why they believed. These essays were compiled into a wonderful book titled "Elevator pitches for God." The creators of this project, Ron Kardos and Bruce Licht, are dear friends of mine and they asked me to write my elevator pitch too. Authors were asked to limit their essays to a single page of text or fewer than 500 words to be able to be conveyed in an elevator ride, but I was asked to write the elevator pitch for a malfunctioning elevator. If you are in the elevator that breaks down and you're going to be there for a while and you want to strike up a conversation with your fellow travelers about God, you may have some more time than a typical elevator ride. In this podcast, I share my essay on this very crucial topic.I would highly recommend that you got a copy of this book for yourself . Until the end of the year 2024, this book is 45% off on Amazon at this LINK with the promo code "torchdeal". This is the deal of a lifetime that will provide you with a torch illuminating your path to Faith and to God.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Email me with questions, comments, and feedback: rabbiwolbe@gmail.com– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to my Newsletterrabbiwolbe.com/newsletter– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe's PodcastsThe Parsha PodcastThe Jewish History PodcastThe Mitzvah Podcast This Jewish LifeThe Ethics PodcastTORAH 101 ★ Support this podcast ★

In our series on 'Reasons to Believe,' we now consider the Bible itself.  The question, "Is the Bible true and reliable? Join us as we explore various aspects that affirm the Bible's authenticity, from its prophetic confirmation as mentioned in 2 Peter 1:19-21, to scientific parallels that showcase its alignment with natural laws. Discover how the Bible stands as a fixed moral compass in a world of fluctuating standards, and learn about the compelling proofs that reinforce its Divine inspiration and authority.  This episode challenges us not just to read, understand the Bible, but to believe and apply the wisdom and truths within the Word to our lives.

In this study, we delve into the question, "Is the Bible true and reliable?" (Remastered). Join us as we explore various aspects that affirm the Bible's authenticity, from its prophetic confirmations as mentioned in 2 Peter 1:19-21, to scientific parallels that showcase its alignment with natural laws. Discover how the Bible stands as a fixed moral compass in a world of fluctuating standards, and learn about the compelling proofs that reinforce its divine inspiration and authority. This episode challenges us not just to read, understand the Bible,  but to believe and apply the wisdom within the Word to our lives.

In this study we delve into fundamental Christian beliefs. Going through 1 Corinthians 15, we focus on the resurrection of Jesus. Why is the resurrection so crucial to Christian faith? Discover Paul's arguments to the Corinthians and explore various theories against this central doctrine. Understand how the resurrection differentiates Christianity from other religions, its historical evidence, and the offer of new life to those who will believe. Join us as we explore the powerful truth at the heart of Christianity and its practical implications for our lives today.

262 Who's Afraid of the Multiverse? [Part 2] with Dr. Jeff Zweerinkapologetics, apologetics profile, Jeff Zweerink, Daniel Ray, Watchman Fellowship, multiverse, Reasons to Believe, fine-tuning, big bangOur guest again this week, astrophysicist and author at Reasons to Believe (www.reasons.org) Dr. Jeff Zweerink, tells us that we have nothing to fear, not even the multiverse! Many atheists and skeptics have tried to employ the multiverse as a means of explaining away God as the cause of the existence of our universe. Come and hear what Jeff has to say this week about how creation not only is not threatened by modern science, but how it ultimately can encourage and strengthen our faith when we learn more about it. By faith we know that the physical universe and everything it contains, both seen and unseen, are all ultimately declaring the glory of God. This week we conclude our discussion about Jeff's 2008 book, Who's Afraid of the Multiverse?Jeff Zweerink is an astrophysicist and a senior research scholar for Reasons to Believe (www.reasons.org), an organization dedicated to demonstrating the compatibility of science and the Christian faith. Jeff's work focuses on helping people of all backgrounds bridge the perceived gap between science and the Christian faith. Jeff has also made many media appearances, on television, radio, and in print. He earned a BS in physics and a PhD in astrophysics with a focus on gamma rays from Iowa State University. He taught and ran the planetarium at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, until postdoctoral research in gamma rays led him to the University of California, Riverside. Jeff is also a coauthor on more than 30 academic papers published in peer-reviewed journals, such as Astrophysical Journal, Astroparticle Physics, and Astrobiology.Related Links: Access additional Watchman Fellowship resources related to this week's podcast: Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Scientism by Dr. Luke Barnes and Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/Scientism Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Carl Sagan's Cosmos by Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/CosmosTV Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Naturalism by Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/Naturalism Book: The Story of the Cosmos by Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/CosmosBook Additional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.PROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (over 600 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: www.watchman.org/notebook. SUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

The universe is a fantastically wondrous place. There are more things in heaven and earth than are often dreamt of in our philosophies, to paraphrase Hamlet a little bit. And for the many things we can observe in the physical universe, science sometimes struggles to come up with an explanation as to what is really going on. How much more mysterious are those things which we cannot see? How should Christians think about things that the science of the heavens tells us cannot be seen, such as the idea of the existence of many different universes? That's the question we tackle this week and next on the broadcast with astrophysicist from Reasons to Believe, Dr. Jeff Zweerink. We talk about his 2008 book, Who's Afraid of the Multiverse? So, who is afraid of the multiverse? Come and see! Jeff Zweerink is an astrophysicist and a senior research scholar for Reasons to Believe (www.reasons.org), an organization dedicated to demonstrating the compatibility of science and the Christian faith. Jeff's work focuses on helping people of all backgrounds bridge the perceived gap between science and the Christian faith. Jeff has also made many media appearances, on television, radio, and in print. He earned a BS in physics and a PhD in astrophysics with a focus on gamma rays from Iowa State University. He taught and ran the planetarium at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, until postdoctoral research in gamma rays led him to the University of California, Riverside. Jeff is also a coauthor on more than 30 academic papers published in peer-reviewed journals, such as Astrophysical Journal, Astroparticle Physics, and Astrobiology.Related Links: Access additional Watchman Fellowship resources related to this week's podcast: Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Scientism by Dr. Luke Barnes and Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/Scientism Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Carl Sagan's Cosmos by Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/CosmosTV Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Naturalism by Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/Naturalism Book: The Story of the Cosmos by Daniel Ray: www.watchman.org/CosmosBook Additional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.PROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (over 600 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: www.watchman.org/notebook. SUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

What is the cosmic microwave background (CMB), and why is it essential in cosmology? What role do instruments like BICEP and the Simons Observatory play in studying the early universe? And is the multiverse real?  I had the absolute pleasure of discussing these questions with Dr. Hugh Ross, astrophysicist and founder of Reasons to Believe.  In our conversation, Hugh and I discuss my research on polarization signals in the cosmic microwave background (CMB), focusing on my work with the BICEP, POLARBEAR2, and Simons Array telescopes. These signals are key to understanding the inflationary event that shaped the early universe. We explore how ongoing data collection helps us learn more about the universe's origins. I also share a brief overview of my spiritual journey, from a Catholic upbringing to atheism and now being a practicing Jew with agnostic beliefs. Tune in to learn about the infant universe! Key Takeaways:  00:00:00 Intro 00:00:40 Understanding the cosmic microwave background (CMB)  00:11:30 Cutting-edge technology, precision cosmology, and the inflation hypothesis 00:33:36 The biggest challenge with inflation  00:45:58 The role of the Simons Observatory  01:00:15 Presenting our data  01:02:47 Neutrinos  01:07:43 Outro  Additional resources:  ➡️ Check out Reason to Believe:

“What is truth?” This is the question Pontius Pilate famously asked Jesus in the gospel of John. In our day and age, truth is defined as relative and open to subjective opinions, perspectives, and interpretations that vary based on someone's experiences, contexts, or social class.   It's no wonder that in a context like ours, many Christians have begun to question if the Bible is trustworthy. After all, it was written by human authors. How can we be certain that it's actually been inspired by God? Surely it must be imperfect, full of error, and open to interpretation.   But what happens to the Christian faith when we begin to undermine and question the Bible's authority? How does it affect our faith, our churches, and our witness? Today on the podcast, we'll talk about just what's at stake when we let go of the foundation of God's Word, and how that changes everything about we define the Christian faith.

J.John explains what makes Christianity stand out among other world religions, starting with the fact that Jesus Christ fulfilled over 300 Old Testament prophecies! He also explains how Jesus is the answer to the problem of our sinful nature, and shares how he has seen Jesus answer desperate prayers. (Part 2 of 2)   Receive the book Jesus Christ - The Truth plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Reasons to Believe in Jesus" for your donation of any amount!    Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.  

J.John explains what makes Christianity stand out among other world religions, starting with the fact that Jesus Christ fulfilled over 300 Old Testament prophecies! He also explains how Jesus is the answer to the problem of our sinful nature, and shares how he has seen Jesus answer desperate prayers. (Part 1 of 2)   Receive the book Jesus Christ - The Truth plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Reasons to Believe in Jesus" for your donation of any amount!    Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.  

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