Truth Changes Everything

The human soul has a built-in yearning for joy and beauty and all good things. But that craving for life is so easily lost in the pace and demands of modern life. Join Dr. Jeff and New York Times bestselling author John Eldredge as they discuss the tools you need to follow Jesus' path of supernatural resilience. Between false promises of ease and comfort on one side and the sheer busyness and stress of daily life on the other, people today are facing a shortage of peace, happiness, and strength. In John’s latest book, Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times, he reveals a path toward genuine recovery and resilience through Jesus himself. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.  

What is the place and importance of apologetics for the follower of Jesus? Do we need answers for the hope of the gospel if skeptics ask? And how much of a priority is it that we respond with gentleness and respect? Ben Shaw, president of Core Apologetics, suggests that apologetics is central to the Christian faith. This ministry is here to help churches, organizations, and individuals use apologetics to help build disciples and minister to doubters. Shaw unpacks some of the trustworthiness of the good news of Jesus with Dr. Jeff and in his book, Trustworthy: Thirteen Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

Is theology, the study of God and his actions, just for academics? If we’re being honest, sometimes learning about the Bible, God, and Jesus can feel overwhelming. But while studying can be challenging, it is also truly enriching and rewarding!  Phylicia Masonheimer, founder of Every Woman a Theologian, says that everyone should be a theologian. Everyone should take seriously the call to understand God and his supreme revelation in the person and work of Jesus. Every man and woman should be a student of the heart of God. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

Jennifer was born in Jamaica, Queens, NY, and was raised and grew up in Long Island, NY. She is an ex-psychic who found amazing grace through Jesus Christ. She is happily married to her husband, Jason, and has a beautiful daughter, Cara.  Jennifer engages her audience regularly on social media, where she shares her amazing testimony of her deliverance and freedom from the kingdom of darkness and the freedom found in the kingdom of God. For more from Jennifer, read her book From Psychic to Saved.  For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

Few issues are more volatile and emotionally charged than conversations surrounding racism, social justice, and critical social theories. What does it look like to faithfully follow Jesus, who calls Christians to be unified in allegiance to God in this day and age? Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager, co-founders of The Center for Biblical Unity, suggest some constructive and God-honoring ways forward. Monique and Krista aim to lead respectful and biblically centered conversations on race, unity, and justice. Starting with Scripture, properly defining terms, and focusing on unity are values they embrace and discuss with Dr. Jeff. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

How can the film industry help transform our broken culture when the ‘set culture’ can be just as broken? If the individuals on a film set are not healthy, how does this not negatively influence the story being told?  Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Kevin Bouren, co-founder of Set Shepherds. Set Shepherds comes alongside a film for the duration of the project to support the well-being of each individual, both spiritually and physically. Kevin is a soldier in the Lord's Army and has served as a front-line ambassador for Christ while wearing the uniform of our nation's army for more than 30 years. He commanded soldiers in combat in Iraq and served in numerous combat and peacekeeping operations worldwide. After retiring from the Army in October 2022, Kevin co-founded Set Shepherds in March 2023. He co-produced two feature-length films: Birthright Outlaw (October '23); and The Forge (in theaters August '24). Truth Changes Everything was formally known as the Dr. Jeff Show. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

What is the true story of reality? Is there a grand narrative to the world, & is it a good story? We all long to be a part of something grand, epic, & beautiful. What if there is a good & true story, a story that centers on the person of Jesus Christ & what God has done, is doing, & will do to restore all creation?  Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Dr. Paul Gould & his book, A Good & True Story: Eleven Clues to Understanding Our Universe & Your Place in It. Paul Gould received his PhD from Purdue University & is an associate professor of philosophy & director of the philosophy of religion master's program at Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida. He is the founder & president of the Two Tasks Institute, an apologetics institute & podcast, & is on the faculty of Summit Ministries & the Colson Center Fellows Program. Gould is the author of eleven books, including The Story of the Cosmos & the award-winning Cultural Apologetics. He is also the co-author of Philosophy: A Christion Introduction & Stand Firm: Apologetics & the Brilliance of the Gospel. Truth Changes Everything was formally known as the Dr. Jeff Show. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

Can we use contemporary technology and applications to help spread God’s kingdom and imitate Jesus in his prayer life? The team at Pray.com says yes! Pray.com is the world's #1 app for faith and prayer. The mobile app gives you the chance to make prayer a priority with daily devotionals, hear the Bible come to life with original content, and fall asleep to Bedtime Bible stories narrated by inspirational celebrities. Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Matthew Potter about these ideas and more. Matt is a co-founder of Pray.com, the world’s #1 app for daily prayer and faith-based audio content, driven by a mission to grow faith and cultivate community. He brings expertise in the areas of strategizing change, building tech products and apps, and finding markets in the continuously evolving technology industry. Truth Changes Everything was formally known as the Dr. Jeff Show. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

The Israel/Palestine conflict is not just geographical battles over competing land claims. It is about everything, everywhere, a pitched battle between worldviews involving issues of God, justice, force, genocide, oppression, corruption, religion, and the nature of truth itself. A biblical worldview has the power to explain reality and promote blessing and flourishing, even in impossible situations. Listen in as Dr. Jeff, president of Summit Ministries, speaks at Calvary Chapel Chattanooga about this timely and crucial issue. To find out more about the subject and Dr. Jeff’s book, visit Summit.org. Truth Changes Everything was formally known as the Dr. Jeff Show. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.

Can murder investigations teach us any lessons about life and death? J. Warner Wallace says yes! Through his work as a detective, he has learned we can: Better understand our own identity and the identity of our Creator; Rethink the nature of death so we can live a better life. Uncover life truths gleaned from both contemporary murder investigations and ancient biblical wisdom. Discover profound attributes of human beings that will guide you down the path of true self-discovery. Listen in as Dr. Jeff chats with Wallace about these ideas and more. Wallace is a cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker and best-selling author. You can read more about these concepts in Wallace’s latest book, The Truth in True Crime: What Investigating Death Teaches Us About the Meaning of Life. Truth Changes Everything was formally known as the Dr. Jeff Show. For more resources from Summit Ministries, visit our Resource Library at www.Summit.org/Resources.