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Are Miracles Impossible Because They Violate Natural Laws?
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
2023-06-02
48:18
What Does It REALLY Mean to Love Your Neighbor? Plus Q&A
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."
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Resources mentioned in the episode:
Christian Ethics by Dr. Norman Geisler: https://a.co/d/1N9yuZM
2023-05-30
45:19
Making Sense of God: An Invitation to the Skeptical (ENCORE) | with Tim Keller
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
2023-05-26
48:12
10+ Questions to Ask Your Woke Boss
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
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2023-05-23
20:39
The 5 Flaws of Transgender Ideology
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/
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