Is it ever appropriate to call out trusted pastors when they get something wrong? In this podcast episode, Frank responds to an email from a pastor and loyal listener who took offense to Frank and Megan Basham's recent criticism of the late pastor (and one of Frank's favorite preachers), Tim Keller.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

FRANK'S BLOG POST: He Gets Us, But Do We Get Him?

KIRSTEN POWERS' ARTICLE: My Complicated Feelings About Tim Keller

MARK TOOLEY'S ARTICLE: Church Transparency?

TIM KELLER'S Series of Political Tweets in April 2022

STEVEN BEGAKIS' ARTICLE: Tim Keller is Wrong About Abortion

Frank is diving into your listener questions! Tune in as he responds to an email from a concerned Christian husband whose wife is currently deconstructing her faith due in part to Christian hypocrisy and "a lack of transformation among Christians as a whole." Then, later in the episode, he addresses a question about politics and the so-called "separation of church and state."

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Resources mentioned during the episode: iVoterGuide.com

VIDEO: Frank Explains How to Respond to "Christians are Hypocrites!"

Could your favorite celebrity pastor or your church's leadership compromise the truth in exchange for cultural approval (and a BIG paycheck)? Many prominent evangelical leaders have become more and more outspoken in questioning the Bible's clear teachings on political issues like natural marriage and life in the womb, leading to confusion and concern about their underlying motives. Are these pastors and leaders genuinely well-meaning, misled, and misguided, or are they progressively embracing the "woke" agenda for money and power? 

This week, Frank invites Daily Wire journalist Megan Basham on the podcast to discuss her new book 'Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda', which investigates how leftist billionaires have convinced some of today's pastors and Christian leaders to stray from the Word of God to sow seeds of discord among the Body of Christ. During their talk, Frank and Megan will answer questions like:

• When and why did churches begin receiving funds from people like George Soros and the Rockefeller Foundation?
• Did evangelical leaders like Russell Moore, Beth Moore, and Ed Stetzer trade the truth for a leftist agenda?
• Is it compassionate for Christians to advocate for open borders?
• How did Christianity Today react to the overturning of Roe v. Wade?
• How have well-known evangelicals weakened the political impact of Christian conservatives?
• Why must Christians be clear about what is and is not sin?

This podcast episode will shock you as Megan blows the lid off corruption in our churches and even conservative seminaries, naming names and exposing how some of our modern era's most influential preachers and teachers have drifted off into doctrinal error, sometimes even with good intentions. Be sure to pre-order a copy of 'Shepherds for Sale' and tune in to the midweek podcast episode where Megan and Frank return to discuss how these leftist agendas are impacting the church curriculum and the fight for life.

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Megan's Book: https://a.co/d/5hvn1DF

Follow Megan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/megbasham

Follow Megan on The Daily Wire: https://www.dailywire.com/author/megan-basham

What do you call a Christian that denies the Virgin Birth, the Divinity of Christ, the Second Coming, miracles, the Atonement, and the Resurrection? They’re called “Progressive” Christians. But if a person rejects the essentials of the faith, are they progressing, or regressing? And are they even Christians at all?

The level of confusion and distorted views that many professing “Christians” have about Jesus are quite shocking. So shocking in fact, that Frank’s guest, Jason Jimenez, was inspired to write his new book ‘Hijacking Jesus: How Progressive Christians Are Remaking Him and Taking Over His Church‘. In this week’s podcast episode, Frank and Jason expose the blatant inconsistencies within Progressive Christianity and share how YOU can defend the faith against this false movement, answering questions like:

• Why is doctrine a vital component to the Christian faith?
• What approach do most progressives take in how they interpret the Bible?
• Do ALL progressives hold to the same beliefs?
• How do you respond when someone claims that Jesus was a socialist?
• Why does Jason categorize progressive Christians as modern religious Gnostics?

In their attempt to redefine and reimagine Jesus, Progressive Christians leave the door wide open for glaring contradictions within their own worldview. Listen as Jason will encourage Christians NOT to let these so-called progressive thinkers get away with mischaracterizing the Jesus of Scripture into their own personal, non-historical, and unbiblical Jesus 2.0. You’re not only going to hear where they go wrong, but you’ll also receive GOOD theology that will affirm what all Christians should believe.

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Jason’s new book: https://a.co/d/1Ou8cxf

Have you ever noticed that most of the disputes we have in our culture and even in the church, are morality based? Whether it’s abortion, marriage, transgenderism, climate change, vaccines, sexuality, etc., they all have to do with some standard of morality. The question is, what standard are we using to make our assessments on those moral issues?

In this midweek podcast episode, Frank reviews two controversial articles from the New York Post regarding a lawsuit imposed on The Chino Valley Unified School District by California’s Attorney General, Rob Bonta, who wants to block parents from being notified if their child begins to identify as transgender. As Frank reads the shocking details of this case, he’ll answer questions like:

• How are non-Christian parents responding to this lawsuit?
• Do minors have a constitutional right to privacy?
• What is the purpose of the government according to the Bible?
• Are Christians guilty of idolizing politics?
• Why should Christians be MORE involved in politics?

Later in the episode, Frank discusses how Greg Koukl helped his wife take a stand at a school board meeting several years ago, and also highlights the real-life horror story of a detransitioner. After this episode, be sure to pick up your copy of the newly updated and expanded, ‘Correct, Not Politically Correct: About Same-Sex Marriage and Transgenderism‘, where Frank exposes the catastrophic consequences of homosexuality and transgender ideology based solely on evidence and reason (void of religion).

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

California school board battle: https://bit.ly/3PusQsl

CA Attorney General Rob Bonta vs. The Chino Valley Unified school district: https://bit.ly/44K4C1q

Greg Koukl’s school board letter: https://bit.ly/3EwaUr6

When a fellow Christian confides in you that they’re “deconstructing”, what do you say and what kind of advice do you give them? Or even worse, what if YOU aren’t sure what to believe anymore? It can be normal to wrestle with lingering doubts, but this slow and steady process of disillusionment often causes many people in our culture today to completely walk away from the truth of the Christian faith. So when this happens, what’s the best way to help someone tackle those doubts without shipwrecking the saving grace of Jesus Christ?

Our friend and Biola apologetics professor, Dr. Sean McDowell, is no stranger to struggling with doubt. In this week’s podcast episode, Sean joins Frank to talk about overcoming his own season of deconstruction and how his new book (co-authored with John Marriott), ‘Set Adrift: Deconstructing What You Believe Without Sinking Your Faith‘ can help others learn how to deconstruct in a safe way. During the episode, Sean and Frank address questions like:

• How does Sean define the term deconstruction?
• What are social imaginaries and how do they impact our worldview?
• What role does social media play in the deconstruction movement?
• What are the possible risks and benefits that can come along with deconstructing?
• How should Christians respond when a loved-one decides to deconstruct?

Being the son of one of the most well-known and well-respected Christian apologists, Josh McDowell, didn’t stop Sean from questioning if Christianity is really true. If you’re in the process of deconstruction, what’s your angle? Are you searching for the truth or avoiding it? Listen as Sean will encourage you to approach self-doubt with reconstruction as the end goal, allowing truth to reign supreme.

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Sean’s new book: https://a.co/d/iJeEHRc

What’s the ONE attribute that has the power to change your life, your relationships, and your career? In this midweek episode, homicide detective and best-selling author, J. Warner Wallace returns to talk about the healing power of humility and how he and his wife Susie are helping police officers save their marriages and recover from past trauma with help from the Gospel and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

Listen as Jim and Frank tackle questions like:

• Why do so many police officers face difficulty in marriage?
• What is the L.E.A.P. program and why are Jim and Susie so passionate about this ministry?
• What problems do we face when we place our identity outside of Jesus Christ?
• What is post traumatic growth and how does it compare to PTSD?
• What does humility REALLY mean and how can it save your life and your marriage?

This unique and fascinating conversation is a great reminder that we can face any trauma or tragedy that comes our way when we place our identity and faith in Jesus Christ. It will also open your eyes to some of the unique challenges that police officers face both in their home life and in the line of duty. We hope it blesses you and you’ll share the episode with friends and loved ones who might benefit from hearing this very important message.

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The L.E.A.P. Program: https://bit.ly/3EhvJGm

Order the UPDATED and EXPANDED ‘Cold-Case Christianity’: http://coldcasechristianitybook.com/

“You can’t trust the New Testament writers because they were Christians!” How many times have you heard that objection? Atheists and skeptics often claim that the life of Jesus has been embellished throughout the centuries and that the eyewitness testimonies recorded in the Gospels are biased. But is it reasonable to believe that the New Testament authors were motivated to create or exaggerate the resurrection story for their own benefit?

In 2013, homicide detective turned Christian apologist, J. Warner Wallace, released the now modern-day apologetics classic, ‘Cold-Case Christianity’, to address those questions and it changed lives around the world! But how could a book as great as ‘Cold-Case Christianity’ be made even better? This week on the podcast, Jim talks to Frank about why he’s releasing an updated and expanded edition of the book for its 10th anniversary while also answering questions like:

• Is Jim REALLY a cold-case detective?
• Why is visual content so important?
• What is the “chain of custody” and how did Jim use it in his investigation of the New Testament?
• What can Chihuahuas and Great Danes teach us about apologetics?
• What problems do we face as a culture living in a personality driven world?
• Is your biblical definition of “hope” totally wrong?

If you loved the first edition of ‘Cold-Case Christianity’, you’ll DEFINITELY want to get your hands on the newest version with 300 new illustrations, bonus sections (including a cool new section on archaeology), as well as a new afterword responding to 12 of the most commonly asked questions about the reliability of the New Testament. And if you pre-order your special edition copy of ‘Cold-Case Christianity’ TODAY, you’ll also receive a FREE digital copy along with a boatload of bonus resources!

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Pre-order the UPDATED and EXPANDED ‘Cold-Case Christianity’: http://coldcasechristianitybook.com/

Are you possibly underestimating your ability to go out and make disciples? Imagine if every Christian invested in the spiritual growth of just one other person. How could that affect our local churches, local communities, and ultimately the spreading of the Gospel?

In this midweek podcast episode, popular Christian influencer and author of the new book ‘Misled‘, Allen Parr, sits down with Frank at the 2023 CIA conference to share how he went from being a part-time math tutor to growing a massive ministry platform on YouTube. Frank and Allen also talk about the issues of spiritual immaturity and the lack of discipleship within our churches, touching on questions like:

• What are some practical ways to begin making disciples?
• How did discipleship save Allen from making a MAJOR mistake in life?
• Why has discipleship historically been so difficult within the church?
• What process does Allen go through to choose video topics and create engaging content?
• How did creating LESS videos content each month impact his channel for the better?

With more than a million subscribers on his YouTube channel, ‘The B.E.A.T.’, Allen has mastered the art of communicating the Gospel online through humor, hot topics, conciseness, and most importantly, sound doctrine. But as you’ll hear throughout the episode, it doesn’t take a huge platform to make a huge difference in someone else’s life. Sometimes it just takes a willingness to fulfill the Great Commission by doing something as simple as making a phone call or meeting someone for coffee.

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Allen’s website: https://www.allenparr.com/

Allen’s YouTube channel: The B.E.A.T.

Allen’s online course: The Bible Accelerator

Allen’s book: https://a.co/d/eDCEktA

Does the New Age movement offer a “higher level” of Christianity? Often used interchangeably, New Age and New Thought have appealed to the masses, both in secular society as well as within Christian churches. If New Age practices have somehow managed to creep into your church, can you identify them?

Who better to ask about the New Age than someone who actually practiced it? This week, Frank sits down with ex New-Ager, CrossExamined Apologist Team (CAT) member and YouTube phenom, Melissa Dougherty, to talk about some of the key aspects of New Age philosophy, how it rose to popularity in America, and how it’s impacting the American Church. As Melissa shares her testimony, she’ll also answer questions like:

• What is the distinction between New Age and New Thought?
• What is the overlap between the New Age and Progressive Christianity?
• Can the New Age or New Thought be redeemed for the Gospel?
• How did a Jehovah’s Witness bring Melissa closer to the truth of Jesus Christ?
• What is God’s role and purpose within the New Age movement?

The idea that you can manipulate the circumstances of your life by finding the ‘true’ meaning of the Scriptures has drawn many to embrace New Age teachings. Believing yourself to have more spiritual power than other Christians may be appealing, but it comes with its own set of consequences. During this episode, you’ll find out these teachings compromise the truth of the Gospel and ultimately downplay the sovereignty, holiness, and providence of God.

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Melissa’s website: https://www.melissadougherty.co/

Melissa’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelissaDougherty/

Melissa’s blog post on this topic: https://bit.ly/46WTVuT

Why is it that all societies throughout human history have been plagued by and confronted with universal guilt? That is to say that guilt, which can be defined as the result of violating a moral law that God has put in place, is cross-cultural. But many today suppress their guilt. How can Christians effectively preach the Gospel to a generation that refuses to recognize or even acknowledge its own guilt and depravity?

In this midweek podcast episode, CrossExamined Apologist Team (CAT) member, author, and pastor, Dr. Bobby Conway, joins Frank to discuss his doctoral thesis–the implications of guilt and how guilt is in itself an apologetic for the existence of the Christian God. During the interview, Bobby talks about his recent shift from the One Minute Apologist to Christianity Still Makes Sense and also shares how his personal experiences with drug use, alcoholism, and promiscuity as a teenager ultimately led him to faith in Christ. He and Frank answer questions like:

• How do we know that universal guilt exists and what is the best explanation for its existence?
• What did philosophers like Nietzsche and Freud believe about guilt?
• What is the solution for those who struggle with false guilt?
• What is the distinction between guilt and shame?
• How does the Gospel offer hope for people who are burdened with guilt and shame?

Legalizing sin has made it extremely convenient to try and ignore all of the guilt that normally follows sinful behavior. But what happens when the consequences of those actions begin to manifest and unfold in the future? Will this lead our culture to further immorality, rebellion and self-righteousness, or to repentance and redemption through the cross of Jesus Christ? By the end of the episode, Frank and Bobby will help listeners discover how universal guilt (although inconvenient), is a gift from God when properly embraced through the lens of the Gospel.

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Bobby’s website: https://www.christianitystillmakessense.com/

Do you know how to have meaningful conversations with atheists or how to answer their concerns when it comes to science, morality, and evil in the world? Navigating through faith conversations with non-Christians is hard enough, and you don’t want to make them even more difficult by putting yourself in the hot seat. So what’s the best strategy for Christians to use when defending the faith in a culture that is so hostile towards a biblical worldview?

Christian apologist, author, and founder of Stand to Reason, Greg Koukl, has spent the last 50 years finding and exposing the flaws in secular worldviews and showing Christians how to be intentional in leading evangelical discussions. This week, Greg joins Frank to talk about his brand-new book ‘Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity’s Toughest Challenges‘, a follow-up to his best-selling book ‘Tactics‘. During the episode, Frank and Greg answer questions like:

• Why isn’t the problem of evil a good argument against God?
• What is the Overton Window and how is it affecting Christians today?
• Did the Obergefell Decision in 2015 actually legalize “gay marriage”?
• How should you respond if someone asks you to provide your preferred pronouns?
• How does Greg approach the “God of the Gaps” fallacy and slavery in the Bible?
• How can we know that materialism is false?

‘Tactics’ taught Christians how to regain control of conversations. ‘Street Smarts’ will go a step further, using the same tactical game plan to tackle today’s most complex issues surrounding sex, gender, and atheism by leading skeptics to acknowledge their own misconceptions through asking a series of thought-provoking questions. Be sure to pre-order your copy of ‘Street Smarts’ today!

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Pre-Order Greg’s book: https://a.co/d/cWRtKsS

How can you increase the chances that your child won’t walk away from the faith when they get older? Most young people who are raised as Christians receive some form of discipleship training within the safety of their home church, rarely having their beliefs challenged by non-Christians. But are the typical youth group pizza parties and “feel good” camp experiences strong enough to sustain their faith once they become adults?

In this midweek podcast episode, co-pastor and Maven Christian apologist, Brett Kunkle, joins Frank at CIA 2023 to explain why he developed immersive worldview mission experiences for high school and college students, and how they successfully prepare young Christians to understand and articulate the truth of Christianity to others. During this episode, Frank and Brett answer questions such as:

• At what age should kids begin learning the basics of Christianity?
• How are catechisms helpful in discipleship training?
• What 3 stage process should you consider as you disciple your kids?
• Why are so many young people apathetic towards Christianity?
• How do Maven immersive experiences uniquely motivate youth to develop a personal passion for their faith?
• What activities do kids participate in during a Maven mission trip?

Investing in our children while they are still young is a vital key to increasing the likelihood that they will cling to Christianity into adulthood, and ultimately for life. Maven immersive experiences and mission trips have proven to be life-transforming–equipping students with the tools to engage with others and grow in their faith as they share their faith with secular society. Producing strong Christians is good, but producing strong witnesses and ambassadors is even better!

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Maven: https://maventruth.com/

More info on Maven Immersive Experiences: https://bit.ly/44UXYGJ

Is faith in God a personal choice, or is it something God forces on people against their will? Misinterpretations of Romans 9 have led many Calvinists to read this narrative into the Scriptures, but what are they missing, and what does the context of Romans 9 reveal about its intended meaning?

Frank revisits the discussion surrounding election issues and God's sovereignty for this midweek podcast. Can you have love without free will? Did God only die for some people? Does God allow us to make some choices but not others? Is there anything that God can't do? And what are some of the bad theological and moral implications of five-point Calvinism? All this and more will be discussed in this eye-opening midweek podcast episode.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Podcast episode with Leighton Flowers: Free Will or Calvinism: Which Should You Choose?

Leighton Flowers interview: UNMASKING the MYTH of Calvinism in ROMANS 9

YouTube channel: Soteriology 101 with Dr. Leighton Flowers

Debate: Leighton Flowers VS James White - Does John 6:44 Teach Unconditional Election?

Why is it more culturally acceptable to have Drag Queen story hour at a public library than it is to read faith-based books that introduce children to Christian values such as kindness, love, and self-control? Libraries have become the new battleground for the culture war with its secular indoctrination of kids and its censorship of the Christian worldview. But if your local library goes woke, how can you push back against it?

Actor, filmmaker, and Christian evangelist, Kirk Cameron, joins Frank this week to discuss his partnership with Brave Books and how they are working together to bring the truth of the Gospel to young children while also advocating for free speech and American patriotism. Kirk also talks about his new children’s books, ‘As You Grow’ and ‘Pride Comes Before the Fall’, while addressing topics like:

• How did Kirk go from an atheist and secular Hollywood actor to faith in Christ?
• Why is it important for Christians to know the Bible AND the U.S. Constitution?
• How can Christians use the legal system to our advantage?
• How has adversity from the woke mob benefited the Brave Books movement?

Later in the episode, Frank addresses questions from listeners about the plausibility of being “born gay”, whether or not to remain in a denomination that drifts into heresy, and what to do if your child contemplates joining the Amish community.

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Resources mentioned in the episode:

Kirk’s website: https://www.kirkcameron.com/

Brave Books: https://bravebooks.us/

Join the Freedom Island Book Club and get Kirk’s book FREE! https://bit.ly/45n6HRT

What could be worse than being cut off by your adult children (and subsequently grandchildren) because you hold a Christian or conservative worldview? As cancel culture continues to rear its ugly head in all spheres of life, it has sadly breached the walls of social media and corporate America, now managing to creep into the hearts and minds of those who have turned away from a biblical worldview. So, if your child or loved one cancels you because you’re “toxic”, is there anything you can do?

In this midweek podcast, Natasha Crain returns for a conversation with Frank about the disturbing “No Contact” trend and its devastating impact on Christian families. This relatively new phenomenon has spread like wildfire, leaving parents and grandparents in turmoil and desperately seeking reconciliation with their children. During this episode, Frank and Natasha touch on questions like:

• Why are kids more willing to cut off their parents than parents are to cut off their kids?
• How has the left convinced young people that their conservative parents are toxic?
• How can parents work to maintain a relationship with their distant kids?
• What happened to preaching about tolerance?
• Are there times when it’s necessary to cut people out of your life or even your church?

Being treated as an outcast by your family primarily because of your moral or political views is a situation that seems unthinkable and unbearable, yet is becoming more and more common in our postmodern society. For those who have found (or could find) themselves in this predicament, Frank and Natasha hope to embolden you in this episode to continue to stand for the truth, even as you fight for your family.

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Natasha’s website: https://natashacrain.com/

The Unshaken Conference: https://unshakenconference.com/

What options do you have as a Christian when your loved-one deconstructs and decides to walk away from the faith? The trend of deconstructing and embracing a secular mindset has become a phenomenon in western civilization, convincing kids of all ages, spouses, and even parents to turn their backs on Christianity. But is there a practical way for Christians to counteract secularism if or when it hits home?

In this week’s podcast, our friends Natasha Crain and Alisa Childers join Frank at CIA2023 to chat about the explosion of deconstructionism, expose some of the major tenets and contradictions within the secular worldview, and discuss how they’re addressing these issues at the Unshaken Conference. During the show, they answer questions like:

• What are 4 common characteristics of the secular mindset?
• What is the appeal of claiming “victim status”?
• What does it mean to deconstruct and what is the driving force behind the process of deconstruction?
• In what ways has deconstruction destroyed families?
• Why is deconstruction a threat to biblical Christianity?
• How can parents intervene if their underage kids show signs of deconstructing or gender dysphoria?

Walking with a loved-one during a faith crisis can be an emotionally taxing and a potentially devastating experience, but try not to freak out! Frank, Natasha, and Alisa will help you to identify some of the early red flags of deconstructionism and provide you with helpful tips that could possibly curtail the process. They also offer encouragement for cases where it seems like all hope is lost. Be sure to visit UnshakenConference.com to find out when the Unshaken Conference will come to a city near you and to find out if your church would be a good fit to host this conference in 2024!

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The Barbie movie is a certified box office hit, but in between the pink sparkles and choreographed dance numbers what message does it send to viewers? Many Christians and conservatives are concerned that the film is another source of woke propaganda and indoctrination. Are they right? Or is it just a feel-good comedy that has received unfair criticism?

In this week’s podcast, the ladies of CIA 2023 come together to share their (surprisingly!) varied thoughts and opinions on the movie. Join Phoenix Hayes, Alisa Childers, Natasha Crain, Hillary Ferrer, and Melissa Dougherty as they discuss the good, the bad, and even the humorous moments displayed in the film. Making an analysis from a biblical perspective, the ladies also touch on questions like:

• Does the movie include any elements of truth?
• What does it mean to be a woman in today’s world?
• What is the underlying message of the film?
• How are families, women, and men portrayed in the movie and by Hollywood in general?
• How can you prepare and encourage your kids to think critically about movies?

Much more than a movie review, this conversation will touch on issues of radical feminism, toxic masculinity, motherhood, and “the patriarchy”. Whether you’ve seen the film or not, you’ll be sure to enjoy this roundtable discussion as the ladies address many of the recurring themes that lie just beneath the surface of the film and how those themes are direct parallels to what we’re seeing in society today.

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When Mormon missionaries come knocking on your door, what will you say? In this week’s episode, we ask 7th generation Mormon, now Christian, Dr. Corey Miller, that question and many others.

Corey currently serves as President and CEO of the Ratio Christi college campus ministry and joins Frank to discuss his new book, ‘Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message‘. Being raised as Mormons themselves, Corey and co-author Ross Anderson are familiar with the core doctrines of the Mormon faith and are using this book to help Christians learn how to strategically engage the Mormon community. In this podcast, Corey and Frank discuss questions like:

• What is the psychology of Mormonism?
• What are some of the key differences between Christianity and Mormonism?
• How and why did Corey convert from Mormonism to Christianity?
• What is Ratio Christi’s mission and strategy for reaching high schoolers, college students, and professors?
• How can Christians help support Ratio Christi?

In the words of Joseph Stalin, “Ideas are more powerful than guns.” Ratio Christi, which translates to “Reason for Christ”, is actively training young people and educators how to discern between right and wrong ideas through its model of thoughtful Christianity. Using both the heart and the mind has proved to transform the lives of students on campus, with the future hope of transforming the culture of tomorrow and reclaiming the intellectual voice of Christ in universities across the country.

To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST along with an EXCLUSIVE interview with Corey–where he explains how you can use your apologetics skills to bring the Ratio Christi movement to your local community–be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into some great discussions with like-minded Christians while simultaneously providing financial support for our ministry.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Ratio Christi website: https://ratiochristi.org/

Corey’s book: https://a.co/d/61qxOV6

What do we make of religion and politics in today’s ongoing culture war? In the words of Ben Shapiro, “Facts don’t care about your feelings.” But does the left-wing care about the facts? As the far left continues to lead primarily by feelings and emotions, many are shifting away from its current radical extremism and finding solidarity with conservatives. But can liberals and conservatives truly find common ground?

In this highly anticipated interview, New York Times best-selling author, comedian, and TV personality Dave Rubin of The Rubin Report joins Frank to share his journey out of leftism and reveals why he’s choosing to use his platform to champion and moderate civil, open conversations between people who have opposing worldviews. They address questions like:

• How did The Rubin Report get started?
• If Christianity were true, would Dave become a Christian?
• How is The Rubin Report different from other political shows?
• What do classical liberals believe?
• How has the Democratic Party become the party of government censorship, big tech censorship, and cancel culture?
• Although Dave identifies as gay, he doesn’t agree with many of the LGBTQ political goals. Why not?

Not afraid to tackle hot-button social and political issues, The Rubin Report has been a safe space for dialogue, challenging viewers from all walks of life. This episode is sure to be a step in the right direction for unity among liberals and conservatives.

PLEASE NOTE: Yes, we know that Dave Rubin is an openly gay man. CrossExamined.org does not always agree with and affirm all the held beliefs of our guests. Dave did not agree with everything Frank said when he was on The Rubin Report last month either. However, it is good to have dialogue and ask questions of non-Christian guests to see if they are open to Christ, as you will hear Frank do with Dave. We also welcome guests who can add value to specific topics on which we do agree. Despite our noted disagreements, Dave gets a lot right.

Dave’s Books:

Don’t Burn This Book: Thinking for Yourself in an Age of Unreason

Don’t Burn This Country: Surviving and Thriving in Our Woke Dystopia

Frank on The Rubin Report:

https://youtu.be/1ggnhLrnyPI

Is unconditional love the same thing as unconditional approval? How do Christians navigate through tough conversations about sexuality with their teenagers? As more and more young people are falling into the trap of placing their identity in their sexuality and gender pronouns, it’s critical that parents and youth leaders be proactive in showing teenagers where their true identity lies. Are there any tools that are available to help them prepare for these conversations in advance?

In this week’s podcast episode, Dr. Christopher Yuan joins Frank to discuss his brand-new video curriculum The Holy Sexuality Project, which is designed to disciple teens on biblical sexuality. During this episode, Frank and Christopher address questions like:

• What is holy sexuality?
• What did Jesus have to say about sexuality?
• What are some common myths about homosexuality and the Bible?
• Why do our sexual preferences matter if it doesn’t harm anyone else?
• What is God’s purpose for sexuality besides procreation?
• How did Christopher go from a life in prison to his first day of Bible college?

Christopher knows a thing or two about placing sexuality at the forefront of his identity. Prior to his radical conversion to Christianity, he lived much of his young adult life identifying as a gay man and even spent time in prison. His experience inspired him to help others avoid some of the pitfalls he encountered because of his own identity crisis. Talking about sexuality with teens doesn’t have to be complicated or uncomfortable. This affordable video curriculum will take the pressure off adults and help kids understand and embrace God’s ultimate plan for sex and marriage!

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The Holy Sexuality Project video curriculum for teens: https://holysexuality.com/

What can radio-carbon dating tell us about the timing of the destruction of Jericho? And how much does the archaeology seem to correlate with the biblical narrative? In this midweek podcast episode, author and archaeologist, Dr. Titus Kennedy, returns to continue the discussion on the evidence for Jericho’s destruction and his new research article, The Bronze Age Destruction of Jericho, Archaeology, and the Book of Joshua.

Frank and Titus explore more of the archaeological findings that have been discovered near Jericho such as scarabs, the Amarna Letters, pottery, and much more! Should the book of Joshua be considered as a valid historical source for what happened at Jericho? Listen as Titus explains why there is a compelling case to be made for the biblical account of the fall of Jericho.

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Resources mentioned in the episode:

Link to full research article: https://www.mdpi.com/2343846

Evidence for the Exodus (podcast): https://bit.ly/46Oopz1

Top 10 Discoveries About Jesus Outside the Bible (podcast): https://bit.ly/3rufbIj

Books by Dr. Titus Kennedy:

Unearthing the Bible: https://a.co/d/ecsN1L7

Excavating the Evidence for Jesus: https://a.co/d/8VToSmp

The Essential Archaeological Guide to Bible Lands (available for pre-order): https://a.co/d/ggOYiiA

Have there been any significant archaeological finds that support the biblical account of the fall of Jericho? Joshua 6 describes the details of the conquest, led by Joshua himself, that took place almost 40 years after the Exodus from Egypt. But what exactly have archaeologists been able to uncover during Jericho’s recent excavations within the last century?

In this week’s podcast, archaeologist, author, and Biola Professor, Dr. Titus Kennedy, joins Frank to discuss his new eye-opening research article entitled ‘The Bronze Age Destruction of Jericho, Archaeology, and the Book of Joshua‘ where he analyzes the current existing evidence for the historical destruction of Jericho. Frank and Titus answer questions like:

• Where is Jericho located and is the site contested?
• How do archaeologists and scholars determine the dating of the destruction of Jericho?
• Who are the main players that have contributed to excavations at Jericho?
• Does the archaeology seem to support or discredit Jericho’s biblical account?
• What conclusions have different archaeologists come to based on their data and findings?

For decades, skeptics, scholars, and archaeologists have disputed the details of this well-known story in the Bible. But where does the evidence actually lead? Dr. Kennedy has excavated all over the Middle East, and in this exciting new episode, he’ll reveal some of the fascinating artifacts that have been discovered near Jericho, and how these clues corroborate with the biblical narrative.

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Resources mentioned in the episode:

Link to full research article: https://www.mdpi.com/2343846

Evidence for the Exodus (podcast): https://bit.ly/46Oopz1

Top 10 Discoveries About Jesus Outside the Bible (podcast): https://bit.ly/3rufbIj

Books by Dr. Titus Kennedy:

Unearthing the Bible: https://a.co/d/ecsN1L7

Excavating the Evidence for Jesus: https://a.co/d/8VToSmp

The Essential Archaeological Guide to Bible Lands (available for pre-order): https://a.co/d/ggOYiiA

Does the government have the right to force Christians (or anyone else) to say or do things that violate their conscience and/or religious views? The Supreme Court recently ruled in the favor of a Christian graphic artist who the Court declared cannot be compelled to create designs with which she disagrees, including same-sex weddings. Was this decision an act of discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community, or a true act of justice?

In this midweek podcast episode, Frank reacts to an insightful article written by Dr. Michael Brown entitled ‘Questions for Those Who Differ With the SCOTUS Decision in Favor of a Christian Graphic Artist’ that addresses the Supreme Court’s ruling in this controversial case. Later in the episode, Frank responds to several listener questions about the deity of Christ, how to pray for loved ones who are embracing sexual immorality, and why God seemingly allowed people to lie in the Old Testament (1 Samuel 16) .

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Resources mentioned in the episode:

Dr. Brown’s article on The Stream: https://bit.ly/3rvtHze

If God is sovereign, as the Bible says, then how can human beings have free will? Those who subscribe to certain sects of Calvinism might say that humans can't possibly have free will because God does all the choosing. But is that what Paul was really getting at when he penned the Book of Romans?

This week's podcast episode dives into a listener's burning question about the context of Romans 9 and the doctrine of election. Does the Bible REALLY teach that God chooses some people for salvation and others for Hell? Does God harden hearts against our free will? Tune in as Frank tackles these questions and many more, including:

• What questions should you ask when reading the Bible?
• Did God really hate Esau? And does He hate people today?
• What kind of Election is Romans 9 talking about?
• If God knows what humans will choose, does that cancel free will?
• What does a demonic goddess of Egypt have to do with any of this?
• How does Romans 9 affirm the historicity of Moses?

You may be predestined to hear this week's podcast episode because Frank will cover a lot of Scripture in a short amount of time, so grab a pen and your Bible! And if you want to learn even more about how to read Scripture the right way, enroll in our self-paced online course 'How to Interpret Your Bible' where you'll walk step by step through four simple keys to help you grasp the true meaning of Scripture in your personal study. And be sure you don't miss the next midweek podcast episode, where Frank will wrap up his final thoughts on this controversial passage!

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You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

Podcast episode with Leighton Flowers: Free Will or Calvinism: Which Should You Choose?

Leighton Flowers interview: UNMASKING the MYTH of Calvinism in ROMANS 9

YouTube channel: Soteriology 101 with Dr. Leighton Flowers

Debate: Leighton Flowers VS James White - Does John 6:44 Teach Unconditional Election?

Why have public schools seemingly abandoned the study of logic? Instead of learning how to think, most kids today are learning what to feel. But if critical thinking is a thing of the past, how can we help the next generation protect themselves against the lies of the culture?

Have no fear, Shanda Fulbright is here! A former public-school teacher and certified apologist from Biola University, Shanda joins Frank this week to expose some of the informal fallacies that have become popularized through social media and introduce their brand-new online course called ‘Train Your Brain: An Introduction to Logic‘. While the PREMIUM version of this course— the one with the live Zoom Q&A sessions— will be conducted for 6-8th graders, adults who have never had a course in logic before will benefit from taking the SELF-PACED course.

Frank and Shanda answer questions like:

• Why is logic more fundamental than Bible interpretation?
• How has the logic deficit impacted the Gen Z identity crisis?
• What fallacy is commonly used by Christians?
• How did Jesus approach logical fallacies in the Bible?
• How can adults benefit from this course?

Proverbs 4:23 reminds us that we must prepare the next generation to “guard their hearts” by using logic, sound reasoning, and evidence. And that is exactly what ‘Train Your Brain‘ will equip them to do. The PREMIUM CERTIFICATE course begins on 10/2, so be sure to use coupon code: LOGIC2023 to save 20% at checkout when you pre-register your child TODAY!

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Shanda’s website: https://shandafulbright.com/

Train Your Brain: An Introduction to Logic: https://bit.ly/3NG09qm

Many people around the world accuse Christianity of being a white, imperialistic religion that enslaved people of color and set the stage for racism here in the United States. But is the behavior of “bad” Christians a legitimate reason to reject the truth of the Gospel message? In this special Fourth of July midweek podcast episode, Frank addresses this and several other listener questions related to eschatology, transgender ideology, a perplexing ethical dilemma, and learning obedience through suffering.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Christian Ethics by Norman Geisler: https://a.co/d/487wxGB

The Babylon Bee – If Jesus’ Resurrection Were a Hoax: https://bit.ly/46wdnOM

Are you afraid to call out immoral behavior in the public square? If your values don’t align with what mainstream society deems “appropriate”, you risk being labeled as intolerant. But is it truly intolerant to warn people if they are putting themselves, other people, or even society at risk?

In this week’s podcast, Frank will expose some of the hypocritical and contradictory ideas that have been popularized in modern culture and how choosing to remain silent on these issues actually causes more harm than good. He will also share his own personal experience of being terminated on two separate occasions because of his controversial book Correct, Not Politically Correct: About Same-Sex Marriage and Transgenderism.

Listen as Frank tackles questions like:

• What is the distinction between legislating religion and legislating morality?
• Why is public rebuke sometimes a necessity?
• What is the mark of a dying society?
• Are disparities and discrimination the same?
• How did the Founding Fathers address immorality in the Declaration of Independence?

Ultimately, it is impossible to achieve total moral neutrality. The true question is, are you on the right side of morality? By appealing to the Scriptures, our nation’s history, and true brotherly love, Frank will encourage you to not only do what is right, but also to say what is right while leaving the results to God.

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Is Christianity a misogynistic religion that beats down on women? Does the Bible advocate for “toxic masculinity”? Modern culture would like you to believe that. But is that truly the case?

In this midweek episode, Christian apologist, scholar, and author, Nancy Pearcey, returns to continue the discussion about her new book, ‘The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes’, and takes a deeper look at some of the questions addressed in Part 1 of the podcast. Frank and Nancy discuss the strengths of both men and women as image bearers of God, and also tackle questions such as:

• What is the cultural mandate?
• Does Christian marriage oppress women?
• Why do so many men dislike church?
• Why has the Church become so emotion oriented?
• Why are women becoming more academically and professionally successful than men?

As Nancy explains, solid empirical research is showing that Christianity has an answer to misogyny. Christianity has proven itself to be the best thing that can happen to women and their families and for this reason, Christians should be bold in confronting the false accusations that our faith produces “toxic masculinity”.

Nancy Pearcey is the author of The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes, as well as Love Thy Body, The Soul of Science, Saving Leonardo, Finding Truth, and Total Truth. She is a professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University. She has been quoted in The New Yorker and Newsweek, highlighted as one of the five top women apologists by Christianity Today, and hailed in The Economist as “America’s pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual.”

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Nancy’s book: https://a.co/d/5YaIN1X

Nancy’s website: https://www.nancypearcey.com/

Is masculinity a bad thing? In popular culture, it seems that it has become socially acceptable to attack men simply for being men! The media has even gone as far as categorizing all forms of male headship and authority in the home as oppressive, tyrannical, and patriarchal. Has the Church contributed to the demonization of all things masculine? And if so, what can we do to stop it?

In this week’s podcast, Christian apologist, scholar, and author, Nancy Pearcey joins Frank to discuss her upcoming and unexpectedly controversial book, The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes, which focuses largely on the origin of “toxic masculinity” as a concept.

Frank and Nancy discuss questions like:

• What historical events led to the rise of “toxic masculinity”?
• What are the two competing scripts that men struggle with internally?
• How has Darwinism contributed to “toxic masculinity”?
• How do Christian men shatter negative stereotypes?
• What example of masculinity do we find in Jesus?

Throughout this episode, Nancy will burst some common myths, encourage men to embrace their masculinity, and also expose the radical ways in which evangelicalism continues to better societies worldwide. The current research shows that Christian men are doing very well in our culture, and it’s time that we applaud them for it!

Nancy Pearcey is the author of The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes, as well as Love Thy Body, The Soul of Science, Saving Leonardo, Finding Truth, and Total Truth. She is a professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University. She has been quoted in The New Yorker and Newsweek, highlighted as one of the five top women apologists by Christianity Today, and hailed in The Economist as “America’s pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual.”

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Nancy’s book: https://a.co/d/5YaIN1X

Nancy’s website: https://www.nancypearcey.com/

What does it mean to be “woke”? This word is being used almost everywhere in our culture today by every side of the political and cultural debate.  But have you ever stopped to define what it really means?

In this midweek podcast episode, Seth Dillon, CEO of The Babylon Bee, returns to discuss this sinister and destructive ideology and how the movement has personally impacted the popular Christian satirical platform. Seth also shares how Elon Musk is trying to turn the tide with Twitter when it comes to the current trend of heightened censorship on social media, and explains that when it comes to making jokes, sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction!

For example, could it be possible that atheists like Richard Dawkins and Bill Maher are showing more courage these days than some pastors? Sadly, that seems to be the case! However, we can continue do our part by exercising our right to speak the truth (with or without humor) regardless of the consequences.

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Pre-Order the NEW Book ‘The Babylon Bee Guide to Gender’: https://a.co/d/3Z69ASx

Should Christians incorporate humor or even mockery into their apologetics? The idea of poking fun at another person’s worldview may seem offensive to some. But would you believe that the prophet Elijah and even Jesus Himself used mockery on certain occasions? With so much absurdity running rampant in our society, could humor be a part of the solution?

This week, CEO of The Babylon Bee, Seth Dillon, joins the podcast to talk about faith, politics, and the importance of free speech. As Frank interviews Seth, you’ll hear about Seth’s personal journey to faith, and how he came to be the CEO of the popular Christian news satire website lovingly dubbed “the definitive source of fake news you can trust”.

In this episode, Frank and Seth answer questions like:

• Should satire be used as a means to purposely offend people?
• How has The Babylon Bee managed to draw a non-Christian audience?
• Why is humor such an effective tool in evangelism?
• How did The Babylon Bee become friends with Elon Musk?
• What are the dangers of censorship and why should Christians combat it?

Between Twitter jail and a recent dust up between DeSantis and Trump, The Babylon Bee has ruffled quite a few feathers along the way. Yet they are unrelenting in challenging their audience to reflect on the flaws within our modern culture. This unofficial ministry of mockery has managed to break down barriers through its comedic flare, winning the laughs of Christians and planting seeds of truth in people who would never step foot inside a church!

To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.

Pre-Order the NEW Book ‘The Babylon Bee Guide to Gender’: https://a.co/d/3Z69ASx

Did Peter declare that water baptism is a requirement for salvation? In the book of Acts, Peter seems to indicate that all believers must be baptized in order to be saved and yet, the writings of Paul and the teachings of Jesus seem to suggest otherwise. How do we resolve this apparent contradiction?

In this midweek podcast episode, Frank responds to one of several hostile emails we received after releasing a 60-second video on the topic of baptism. Using the S.T.O.P. method, Frank walks us through the correct interpretation of Acts 2:38 and provides seven reasons why Christians should NOT regard water baptism as a requirement for salvation. Frank also answers questions like:

• What is the significance of water baptism?
• Is the Book of Acts prescriptive or descriptive?
• Did Peter and Paul have opposing views on baptism?
• What did Jesus say about baptism?
• How can Christians have fruitful discussions when we disagree on theological points?

By the end of this episode, you will walk away with a better understanding of the expectations and purpose of water baptism as well as the basics of biblical interpretation. Understanding the Bible can be challenging for all Christians at times but taking a moment to S.T.O.P. and ponder the context will make all the difference!

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Are you unknowingly being misled by false teachers or by misunderstanding certain passages in the Bible? One of the problems with being deceived or misled is that you are unaware that deception is taking place. How can you be assured that you are being led properly so that you can avoid being deceived?

In today’s podcast episode, Frank sits down with popular Christian YouTuber and Dallas Theological Seminary graduate, Allen Parr, to discuss his online ministry and the motivation behind his brand-new book, ‘Misled: 7 Lies that Distort the Gospel (and How You Can Discern the Truth)’. Listen as Allen shares one of his own personal experiences of seeing how false doctrine negatively impacted a dear friend. Frank and Allen also touch on questions like:

• Where did the “Prosperity Gospel” come from?
• Are physical healing and wealth promised to all believers?
• Can Christians lose their salvation?
• How has prophecy been misused?
• What 3 C’s should Christians remember to avoid misinterpreting the Bible?

Sadly, very few churches teach Christians how to properly interpret the Bible. Allen is actively using this book, his online courses, and his Youtube channel ‘The B.E.A.T’ (which stands for ‘Biblical Encouragement and Truth’), to clear up as many false teachings as possible. Allen Parr will join CIA this year as a course instructor, so consider attending CIA to strengthen your presentation skills!

To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST along with an EXCLUSIVE interview with Allen about his personal experience as a Christian YouTuber and online content creator, join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Allen’s book: https://a.co/d/i3j62Sc

Allen’s website: https://allenparr.com/

Allen’s YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3P1kuJ1

Apply for CIA 2023: https://bit.ly/43LsjXo

This generation of young adults is totally committed to the idea that they are their own authority. Is there a way to help them understand the biblical worldview and also prepare them to defend it against other counterfeit worldviews?

In this midweek podcast episode, Frank interviews his friend and current president of Summit Ministries, Dr. Jeff Myers, to discuss this unique organization that has been active for more than 60 years! Summit Ministries focuses on helping teens and young adults to see the world through a biblical lens, regardless of where they are on their faith journey.

Frank and Jeff also give practical tips to parents and youth leaders on how to engage this next generation in tough discussions about sexual issues and guide them in their search for objective truth without pushing them away. As you listen, you’ll find out why Summit Ministries has been so successful at giving its participants an unshakeable faith that lasts well into their adult years!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Summit Ministries: https://www.summit.org/

The Dr. Jeff Show: https://bit.ly/3OVhn56

Where were you on Saturday, July 13, when the shocking news broke that former President Trump had been shot? This weekend, we came terrifyingly close to losing a former U.S. president, facing civil unrest, and even approaching the real possibility of a civil war. With so many unanswered questions about the assailant’s motive and the massive security failure, we’re left wondering: where do we go from here, and how did we reach this tragic point in American history?

In this jarring midweek podcast episode, Frank dives into the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, PA, exploring the questionable response by the Secret Service and highlighting the reaction of former military sniper and Congressman Cory Mills. In a society where many seek to erase theism and Christianity altogether, how does an impact event like this point to the validity of the Christian faith, and what does it reveal about the true nature of humanity? All of this and more will be discussed as Frank also addresses questions like:

• Why was there a security breach in the first place?
• Is it a result of divine providence that Trump survived?
• Did the media and the far left play a role in motivating the shooter?
• What's the difference between informing and inciting people?
• Why do Hollywood celebs and other leftists compare Trump to Hitler?
• How should Christians respond to this event and politics in general?

Political violence is NOT the way forward and should never be tolerated! It's our job as Christians to respond in a way that includes treating all people with respect, engaging in respectful dialogue, and disagreeing with people without demonizing them. Let this episode encourage you to vote with a biblical perspective this November and pray for unity and peace in our nation, for our political leaders, for Trump's recovery, and for a wise and unifying message from candidate Trump at his Thursday RNC speech.

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You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

VIDEO: Donald Trump's Assassination Attempt in Real Time From Different Angles

ARTICLE: Defiant Biden Tells Donors: "We're Done Talking About the Debate"

ARTICLE: 16 Times Hollywood Celebs Fantasized About Violence Against Trump, Compared Him to Hitler

ARTICLE: No, Trump is Not Hitler

Are miracles possible? Many academics have ruled miracles out completely, claiming that miracles are a violation of the laws of nature. But is that conclusion reasonable?

In this week’s podcast episode, Frank provides reasonable arguments to defend the possibility of miracles. There is a popular philosophical assumption among scholars such as Bart Ehrman and David Hume that supernatural intervention is impossible, leading many to only believe in material causes. As Frank reflects on philosophical ideas and specific examples in history and science, you’ll see why miracles are not only possible, but at least likely to have occurred at various points in history. You’ll hear Frank answer questions like:

• How often do miracles occur in the Bible?
• Are miracles a violation of natural laws?
• What is the purpose of miracles in the Bible?
• What two things must be established in order to prove Christianity is true?
• What is the greatest miracle in the Bible?

To reject the possibility of miracles or the existence of God, you must concede that humans are nothing more than molecular machines or moist robots. Are you open to allowing a divine foot in the door?

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Bart Ehrman & Justin Bass – Did Jesus of Nazareth rise from the dead? https://bit.ly/43FK4aA

How can you witness to someone who is apathetic about Christianity? Those who are apathetic to Christianity often have an “I don’t know, and I don’t care” attitude. What’s the best approach to engage in conversation with them without being a nuisance?

In this post-Memorial Day midweek podcast episode, Frank interacts with questions from listeners regarding the best Bible translation, gender dysphoria, and witnessing to those who are hostile or uninterested in God.  He also touches on the topic of when war is necessary in order to restore peace and prevent evil people from overrunning the innocent, and how it relates to the famous command that Jesus gave us, “Love your neighbor as yourself.”

To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Christian Ethics by Dr. Norman Geisler: https://a.co/d/1N9yuZM

How can you help secular people make sense of God? Cultural, emotional, and volitional obstacles often stand in the way of belief for skeptics, even when they are presented with reasonable arguments. How can we address those obstacles to move the skeptic towards faith in Christ?

In this special edition ENCORE podcast episode, Frank interviews world renowned pastor and best-selling author, Dr. Timothy Keller, who recently passed away from pancreatic cancer. Recorded back in 2016, Dr. Keller discusses his book ‘Making Sense of God: An Invitation to the Skeptical’, which includes essential truths that are still relevant for both Christians and skeptics today. This is not your typical apologetics book, because it does more than provide factual evidence for the truth of Christianity. It aims to awaken the sense of transcendence that most of us have latent in our intuitions and desires—meaning, satisfaction, freedom, hope, justice (or a moral compass), and an identity grounded in something stable, something eternal.

While we mourn the passing of Dr. Keller, we are truly grateful for the legacy he leaves behind. His contributions to the Church at large and Christian apologetics remain relevant and are sure to have a lasting impact on future generations.

Memoriam for Tim Keller: https://bit.ly/3MXMlrS

Buy Tim’s book: https://a.co/d/c7JrbG1

Sermons by Tim Keller: https://bit.ly/3IJojP0

What happens when your job asks you to do something that conflicts with your religious beliefs? Do you just give in because it’s easier than rocking the boat? The same people who say they are fighting for justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) often punish or intimidate those who commit the thought crime of disagreeing with transgender ideology (or homosexual behavior) even though these beliefs have NOTHING to do with workplace productivity. And really, why are we even talking about sex at work in the first place?!

In this midweek episode, Frank shares what happened when he got fired from his corporate job and gives viewers advice on how they can respectfully engage with a supervisor who is challenging them, including an extensive list of clarifying questions you can present when you are asked to do something that violates your conscience as a Christian.

Questions such as:

• I noticed that our company values tolerance as I do, but what does the company mean by tolerance?
• Are all employees required to have the same political, religious, or moral beliefs to work here?
• Does the company think it’s right to force employees to violate their conscience?

If you’re tired of having to hide your conservative or religious beliefs at work as if you live in a totalitarian state rather than America, then this is the episode for you!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Sex at Work?: https://bit.ly/3Olx4SP

Alliance Defending Freedom: https://adflegal.org/

Correct, Not Politically Correct (Expanded Third Edition): https://amzn.to/457PyMP

How much truth can you tolerate? That may sound like a strange question, but people often have the tendency to suppress the truth when it doesn’t align with our own personal desires. Why? Because as Paul said in Romans Chapter 1, we want to go our own way!

In this week’s podcast, Frank illustrates exactly what this looks like by reflecting on a past exchange he had with a biology student who passionately defended transgenderism during a recent college event but never responded to any of his arguments when he patiently answered her questions. You’ll also learn the 5 MAJOR flaws of transgender ideology, all of which are more heavily detailed in the newly expanded third edition of Frank’s book, ‘Correct, Not Politically Correct: About Same-Sex Marriage and Transgenderism’, which is now available for purchase!

Frank also addresses questions like:

• What are some thought provoking questions to ask those who defend transgenderism?
• What is the best way to respond to loved ones who say they’re trans or support the movement?
• What’s more important than winning an argument?
• Has gender reassignment surgery proven itself to be a cure for gender dysphoria?
• How has gender reassignment surgery affected the people who have had the procedure?

By the end of the episode, you’ll see that while supporters of this movement seem determined to reject the truth, the consequences of denying reality affect all of us!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Correct, Not Politically Correct (Expanded Third Edition): https://amzn.to/457PyMP

Biologist Confronts Frank on Gender Theory (video): https://youtu.be/cRPjY-YyHSE

Sex Change Regret: https://sexchangeregret.com/

You want controversy? We’ve got it! In this midweek podcast episode, Phoenix Hayes joins Frank to discuss the expanded third edition of his book, ‘Correct, Not Politically Correct: About Same-Sex Marriage and Transgenderism’. The transgender movement has seemingly swept the Western world by storm, and the ripple effect has resulted in the ostracizing of conservative values, the crippling of women’s sports, and the mutilation of young children!

Gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy has been marketed as the solution to those who believe they suffer from gender dysphoria (previously called gender identity disorder), but the data shows the exact opposite! Frank and Phoenix expose many of the shocking and horrific consequences of “transitioning”, show how same-sex marriage and transgenderism are ultimately harmful to our society, and answer some tough questions from our listeners!

Including:

• Why has the Church been so silent on this issue?
• Why is transgenderism more common today in girls vs. boys?
• Should Christians use preferred pronouns?
• Should certain books be banned in schools?
• What is the definition of “tolerance” and how should the Church respond?
• What’s next for the transgender movement and what can we do about it?

To participate in private Q&A sessions with Frank, Phoenix, and other members of the CE team on a variety of cultural issues, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into some great discussions with like-minded Christians while simultaneously providing financial support for our ministry.

Correct, Not Politically Correct (Expanded Third Edition): https://bit.ly/3o0mTIP

More than a dozen sites have been proposed for the true location of Mount Sinai. But does any one of them show more promise than the others? That’s exactly what award-winning investigative filmmaker Timothy Mahoney has been researching for over 20 years!

This week, Frank catches up with Tim to discuss his exciting new film release, ‘Patterns of Evidence: Journey to Mount Sinai: Part 2′ where Tim continues his investigation of the six most popular locations proposed for Mount Sinai in an effort to pinpoint the mountain’s true location.

Debuting in theaters on Monday (5/15) and Wednesday (5/17), Part 2 of the film brings even more jaw dropping evidence to the surface, pointing to what Tim believes to be a more accurate placement of this well-known mountain. The film will also explore new discoveries, never before seen by most audiences, including a massive split rock and a mysterious graveyard the size of 12-13 football fields! And just like in Part 1, viewers will have the opportunity to complete their own scorecard using the evidence provided in the second installment so you can determine for yourself which location makes the most sense!

To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST along with an exclusive interview with Tim about his experience as an investigative filmmaker, join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into some great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.

Tim’s website: https://patternsofevidence.com/

Movie + ticket information: https://bit.ly/3LZi9uH

Download scorecard: https://bit.ly/3g9yeSz

There comes a time when truth must be spoken, and a line must be drawn in the sand. But what happens when speaking the truth costs you your livelihood or your job?

In this midweek podcast episode, Dr. Erwin Lutzer returns to the program to give listeners advice on how Christians can navigate life in a collapsing culture, focusing specifically on the issue of Christian persecution. You may be surprised to learn that there are practical steps you can take if your religious freedoms are taken away by the same people who say they are fighting for tolerance, diversity, and inclusion.

Listeners will be encouraged to view persecution in the same way as the early Church, as a means to make Christ known. If and when persecution comes, we can rejoice in knowing that there will be a reward at the end of it. It is our responsibility as Christians to fight evil and leave the results to God, no longer choosing to remain silent!

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Alliance Defending Freedom: https://adflegal.org/

What’s behind the current ‘unraveling of America’? And how should we respond? We’re living in unprecedented times when Christians can either choose to stoop to the pressures of cultural demands or stand for the truth of Christ. Which one will you choose?

This week, our friend Dr. Erwin Lutzer joins Frank to discuss the inspiration behind his two latest books titled ‘We Will Not Be Silenced: Responding Courageously to our Culture’s Assault on Christianity’ and ‘No Reason to Hide: Standing for Christ in a Collapsing Culture.’

The author of more than 50 books and former Senior Pastor of Moody Church, Dr. Lutzer, is sounding the alarm on the totalitarianism that has crept into America and why we should confront this issue head-on.  Are the cries for diversity, equity, and inclusion legitimate? Or have these buzzwords been used to debilitate the Church and end modern society as we know it? In this discussion, Frank and Dr. Lutzer will answer questions like:

• What makes America unique?
• How should Americans deal with and process ‘collective guilt’?
• What are the symptoms of propaganda?
• Why is censorship so dangerous?
• How has Marxism infiltrated America?

Christians have allowed this collapse by remaining silent, but we can no longer afford to be silent. We hope that by the end of this episode, you’ll better understand why submitting to the cultural orthodoxies is not an option for the Church!

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We Will Not Be Silenced: https://a.co/d/gb8ImDm

No Reason to Hide: https://a.co/d/i44ilvt

More resources from Dr. Erwin Luster: https://www.moodymedia.org/

Does God want everybody to be well? By the power of your faith can you abolish all sickness from your life and your loved ones’?

In this midweek podcast episode, Jorge and John take a close look at the “Health and Wellness Gospel” and how it fails to embrace the whole council of Scripture. At its best, this idea has some basis in the Bible, but stretches the text beyond recognition. And at its worse, it sets people up for disappointment, disillusionment, and even deconversion.

To be clear, God wants all of us well (eventually), but in the mean time, we live in a fallen world marked by sickness, death, and disease. Miraculous healing does happen (sometimes), but that’s God’s prerogative and not in our power to control. We’re left to minister in this war torn landscape, through the sickness and suffering. There we find perhaps the greatest testimony to the truth of Christ is when we suffer well. In that way, Jesus’ words still shine through as a ray of hope: “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart I [Jesus] have overcome the world.” (John 16:33).

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When was the last time you had a REAL and MEANINGFUL conversation with someone who disagreed with your Christian worldview? We live in a divisive culture that has led to nearly a third of people reporting they have stopped talking to a friend or family member due to a disagreement. Many Christians no longer feel safe to share their opinions for fear of being bullied or canceled by friends, family, and co-workers. Is staying silent really the answer, or is there a better way to speak the truth in love as God's ambassadors?

This week, Frank sits down with our good friend, Dr. Sean McDowell—author, Christian apologist, and one of YouTube’s best at interviewing people from opposite ends of the spectrum. They'll dive into his new book (co-authored with Tim Muehlhoff), 'End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations.' It's a must-read guide for Christians looking to revive the art of opinionated dialogue without hostility. During their conversation, Frank and Sean will answer questions like:

• Why is the world so divided, and what can Christians do about it?
• How do most people shape their worldview?
• Is there a connection between atheism and fatherhood?
• What's an effective way to help people embrace the truth?
• Why is fraternity often a hindrance to truth and sound theology?
• How do you approach explosive issues, and why do discussions about religion and politics often become heated?

In this podcast episode, discover how Christians can speak up without fear and create safe spaces for open, gracious conversations with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and faiths. With evangelism being the ultimate goal, Sean will share some helpful tips on how to disagree without being disagreeable and how to advance the ball toward Christianity when it feels like you've come to a standstill. Be sure to grab a copy of Sean and Tim's book 'End the Stalemate' for more practical tips on cultivating healthy relationships and fostering meaningful conversations surrounding any topic without all the tension and negativity!

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Sean's Book: End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations

Sean's Website: SeanMcDowell.org

There certainly has been something nefarious going on with the making of the movie ‘Nefarious‘. Sicknesses, accidents, technical difficulties, and much more disrupted the production of the new film (reminiscent of C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters) released on April 14th. Were these accidents all the result of mere coincidences? Or was true spiritual warfare at play?

This week, Frank interviews Steve Deace, the writer of the novel ‘A Nefarious Plot‘, to discuss the good, the scary, and the downright strange occurrences that took place while working on the book’s film adaptation. In spite of all of the events that could’ve brought this film to a halt, ‘Nefarious’ has finally hit theaters and is a film that both Christians and non-Christians are guaranteed to enjoy!

Later in the episode, Frank responds to a listener’s question regarding the difference between sexual desire and lust. Is all sexual desire a sin? All this and more is discussed in this chilling podcast discussion that you don’t want to miss! Be sure to grab a friend or your church small group to go support this film! A good old-fashioned thriller film with the Christian worldview lying just beneath the surface could be a great conversation starter, even for the hardened skeptic!

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

‘Nefarious’ the movie: https://www.whoisnefarious.com/

‘A Nefarious Plot’ by Steve Deace: https://a.co/d/dZGhcBm

The Steve Deace Show: https://bit.ly/41Y667G

Is homosexuality a sin? (YouTube short): https://bit.ly/3AAU3Bn

William Lane Craig podcast on sexuality: https://bit.ly/3HnQ133

What worldview can best explain the major aspects of reality? And why do they even exist in the first place? What’s the purpose and meaning behind it all? Grab your notebook and join Frank on this midweek podcast episode as he continues to go through the 5 M’s that any worldview needs to explain if it’s going to be considered the TRUE worldview. And who knows, he may even throw in a sixth ‘M’ if you stick around to the very end!

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