I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

The #1 Surprising Rule of Life | with J. Warner Wallace

May 14, 2024

J. Warner Wallace, a cold-case homicide detective turned Christian apologist, shares fascinating insights from his new book, 'The Truth in True Crime.' He explores how true crime investigations reveal God's love, the vital role of humility in relationships, and the difference between shame and guilt. Wallace discusses why many police officers struggle in marriage and emphasizes the importance of grace and truth in love. His reflections on faith's power to heal troubled marriages offer a poignant perspective on personal growth and fulfillment.

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Humility is vital for personal success and healthy relationships, especially in marriage, as it encourages forgiveness and conflict resolution.

The podcast emphasizes the need for balancing truth and grace in love, asserting that genuine love must incorporate both for spiritual growth.

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The Nature of Truth and Belief

The discussion revolves around the philosophical inquiry of truth, particularly in the context of faith. It addresses the question of whether truth exists independently or is subjective to belief systems. The conversation challenges the notion that faith alone validates the truth of a belief, emphasizing that contradictions arise if one claims there is no truth while simultaneously asserting that claim is true. This idea serves to confront skepticism, urging a re-evaluation of how beliefs are formed and justified, particularly in regard to Christianity.

Intro

3min

The Power of Humility

12min

Healing Marital Bonds Through Service and Reflection

5min

The Balance of Love: Grace and Truth

13min

Shame vs. Guilt: A Path to Understanding

8min

Transforming Troubled Marriages Through Faith

3min

Can Christians learn to love the same way God loves? Cold-case homicide detective turned Christian apologist, J. Warner Wallace, answers that question for us in his brand-new book ‘The Truth in True Crime: What Investigating Death Teaches Us About the Meaning of Life.’ But how exactly did researching some of his own murder investigations lead him to discover the truth about God’s nature and His love for humanity?

For this midweek podcast episode, Jim returns to talk more about his new book and to share what he’s learned about marriage, justice, grace, and mercy through his deep study of contemporary true crime. What key quality is needed to be successful in life? Why do so many police officers struggle in their marriage? Why is pride such a dangerous sin? What’s the distinction between shame and guilt? All of these questions and more will be addressed as Frank and Jim wrap up this intriguing and insightful two-part discussion!

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