I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Has the idea of biblical inerrancy gone out of style? In today’s modern church we’ve seen far too many professing Christians and even pastors struggle with biblical illiteracy, some choosing to abandon the biblical worldview altogether. As hostility towards the Christian faith continues to grow and commitment to the Gospel continues to decline, how can true followers of Christ equip themselves to learn, live out, and defend the truth of Christianity? In this midweek podcast episode, Dan Hodges, Executive Director of CrossExamined, sits down with Dr. Ben Shaw, president of Core Apologetics, to talk about Ben’s faith journey and how his love for Jesus, evangelism, (and hockey of all things!) led him to a career and ministry in New Testament scholarship, working alongside the world-renowned resurrection scholar, Gary Habermas. What is the mission of Core Apologetics and how has Gary Habermas’ lifelong research impacted this much needed ministry? How do you live out a biblical worldview if you’re in a career like medicine or law enforcement? All this and more will be discussed in this special follow-up conversation with Dr. Ben Shaw! To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST 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. You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE. Pre-Order Volume 1 of Gary Habermas’ magnum opus: https://a.co/d/0sl9qhu Core Apologetics: https://www.coreapologetics.com/

Do we have good enough reasons to believe that the New Testament documents are really telling the truth? One of the most effective ways to establish that Christianity is actually true is to demonstrate that Jesus rose from the dead. But do the Gospel accounts contain enough evidence to support a literal, historical, and miraculous first century resurrection? During the recent Steadfast apologetics conference hosted by SES, Frank sat down with Dr. Ben Shaw of Liberty University, who is working alongside the great New Testament scholar, Dr. Gary Habermas, on four volumes of Gary’s magnum opus. Ben holds a PhD in Theology and Apologetics, serves as the president of the brand-new ministry Core Apologetics, and is also the author of the upcoming book entitled ‘Trustworthy: 13 Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament’, which will be released in 2024. In this week’s podcast episode, Ben and Frank tackle questions like: How do scholars determine the dating of the Gospels? Is there better historical evidence for Jesus than for Alexander the Great? What has it been like working with Dr. Habermas on his magnum opus? What are some of the most embarrassing details recorded in the New Testament and how do they support its reliability? Should the Gospels be categorized as historical fiction? What are the minimal facts that even skeptics like Bart Ehrman accept about the New Testament?   Early documents, eyewitnesses, and embarrassing testimonies are just a few pieces of evidence that show that the New Testament is a credible source for the historical Jesus. As you’ll hear in the show, mounting evidence for the resurrection continues to strengthen the claims of the risen Jesus, even causing non-Christians to acknowledge the evidence as valid. There’s no doubt you’ll be encouraged by what you learn in this discussion! To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST 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. You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE. Pre-Order Volume 1 of Gary Habermas’ magnum opus: https://a.co/d/0sl9qhu Core Apologetics: https://www.coreapologetics.com/

What are the ins and outs of so-called “gender affirming care?” Although it’s a well-known FACT that it’s biologically impossible for anyone to change their sex, the process for sex trait modification (which can include hormonal drugs, experimental surgeries, and a long list of life-altering and even deadly complications), continues to be promoted by the left as a solution for gender dysphoria. What steps can Christians, conservatives, and concerned citizens take to stop the practice of mutilating perfectly healthy bodies (children included) from happening in our own communities? In this special midweek podcast episode, Dr. Jay Richards from The Heritage Foundation returns to talk about the horrors of “gender transitioning” and the gains that have been made to end the practice on minors once and for all. What are the 4 steps of gender-affirming care (which should be more accurately labeled as ‘gender identity affirming treatment’) and who are some of the surprising allies that have joined Christians and conservatives in the fight against this dangerous social trend? Listen as Jay and Frank answer all these questions and more! To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST 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. You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE. Connect with Dr. Jay Richards Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJayRichards The Heritage Foundation: https://www.heritage.org/staff/jay-w-richards-phd Download Transcript

Is gender ideology (a form of cultural Marxism) actually about saving “trans” kids, or is there an underlying sinister motive behind it? Somehow this specific brand of critical theory has managed to make its way into public schools, pediatric medicine, and now the White House of all places! But is there anything that Christians, conservatives, and concerned citizens can do about it? During this week’s podcast episode, Dr. Jay Richards, Senior Research Fellow and Director of the DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family at The Heritage Foundation, Senior Research Fellow at the Discovery Institute, and Executive Editor of The Stream, joins Frank at the recent SES Steadfast conference to discuss the history of gender ideology and how it’s contributing to the crippling of Western society as we know it. During this podcast episode, Jay and Frank will answer questions like: How is compassion being weaponized against Christians? How do we know for certain that sex is binary? Why is it imperative that state and federal laws define biological gender? What are the implications if gender ideology is legalized? Is there a connection between Gnosticism and gender ideology? What is the ultimate goal of gender ideology and critical theorists?   Critical theories like gender ideology and CRT have proved time and time again to be cultural wrecking balls that reject reason. If non-Christians like Bill Maher, Dave Rubin, and Richard Dawkins are emboldened to speak out against this madness, what’s our excuse as Christians? This eye-opening podcast episode will expose the dire need for the Church to SPEAK UP and the inevitable consequences to follow if gender ideology ever takes over. To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST 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. You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE. Connect with Dr. Jay Richards Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJayRichards The Heritage Foundation: https://www.heritage.org/staff/jay-w-richards-phd

This podcast episode debunks myths about the Israel-Palestine conflict, explores the true motivations behind Hamas' aggression, and discusses the impact of Christianity on modern society's rules of war. It addresses false claims about the land in Israel, examines Jesus' views on the death penalty, and challenges the notion of referring to Hamas members as 'animals'.

Dr. Paul Copan, expert on negotiating with destructible people, discusses the recent Hamas attacks in Israel and the parallels to Old Testament conflicts. They explore whether Palestinians will make peace, the nature of God's commands in the Old Testament, and the human condition revealed in imprecatory prayers. They also touch on Frank's planned Israel trip and the complex history of Israel's battles against neighboring tribes. Jesus' involvement in judgment and wrath is emphasized for a balanced understanding.

Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer discuss critical theory, its infiltration into various institutions, and its implications for social justice. They address the controversial connections critical theory makes, such as the potential link to pedophilia. The clash between critical social theory and Christian faith is explored, particularly in regards to sexual ethics and marriage. The importance of testing lived experiences against objective truth is emphasized when discussing racism and discrimination. Different approaches to egalitarianism and the influence of critical social theory are examined. The podcast concludes with a primer on critical social theory, urging the pursuit of justice while maintaining biblical fidelity.

Guests: Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer, experts in critical theory. They discuss the rise and implications of critical theory, its clash with biblical justice, defining oppression and privilege, and the compatibility of critical theory with Christianity. Their book, 'Critical Dilemma', offers insights on identifying and combating critical theory in the church.

Is it normal for Christians to experience seasons of doubt? The truth is, doubt can hit any believer at any time, even Christian scholars like Gary Habermas! But are you prepared to do the hard work of combating those false ideas to seek the truth, when so many people in our culture today are jumping ship and taking the easy way out? In this midweek podcast episode, Frank addresses a handful of listener questions surrounding a variety of topics including overcoming our doubts, the legislation of morality, apologetics in the public school system, and much more! Frank will also touch on questions like: Why shouldn’t people who are same-sex attracted identify as ‘Gay Christians’? Can doubt sometimes be a GOOD thing? Are religion and morality the same? What’s going on with Andy Stanley? What do you say when someone calls you transphobic? If you’ve got objections to the faith, don’t panic! For every objection, you can find a reasonable response from people who have struggled with the very same objections, but only if you take the time to look! There’s plenty of faulty objections to go around, but as Frank explains, the key is to follow the facts–not your feelings. To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST 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. You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.

Phil and Al Robertson join the podcast to discuss Phil's transformation from a 'heathen' to a Christian, the impact of their wealth, themes in their upcoming film, and their current projects.