Cults and Worldviews: Why Do They Matter? with Dr. Brady Blevins
What is a worldview, and how does it shape everything you believe and do? This week, Dr. Brady Blevins, Senior Apologist at Watchman Fellowship, joins Frank to talk about his brand new course, 'Conversations with the Faiths: Worldviews', which explores the four major groups of worldviews and equips Christians to evangelize those caught in false ideologies and protect Christian churches against modern heresy. In this episode, Frank and Brady will tackle questions like:What are the four major worldviews and why is understanding their differences so important?What's the best approach when someone in your life adopts a worldview that isn't true?Which worldview is taking the lead in our culture today?How do cults and movements like Word of Faith, NAR (the New Apostolic Reformation), and Progressive Christianity subtly twist Scripture and infiltrate the Church?What are the main characteristics of a cult and how do the four functions of math help us spot cults and other false worldviews?What is a great parenting tool that can help kids become more discerning without sounding preachy?Frank and Brady also examine how some of today’s most popular teachings deviate from biblical Christianity and you'll hear real-world examples of false teachers and movements that are shaping minds inside and outside the Church. If you want to be equipped to defend truth and help others find it, be sure to check out Brady's new course: 'Conversations with the Faiths: Worldviews'!Resources mentioned during the episode:Brady's website: https://www.watchman.org/Brady's course: https://bit.ly/42It8kWBrave Books: https://bravebooks.us/
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The Top 3 Reasons Why We Can Believe in the Resurrection - Part 2
Last week, Frank introduced three compelling reasons to believe in the resurrection, including embarrassing details and eyewitness testimony. In this midweek episode, he jumps back into more archaeological discoveries that include names of people involved in the death and crucifixion of Jesus and how the excruciating deaths of the eyewitnesses offer powerful evidence that they weren’t lying as well. He also answers questions like:Did any of the apostles recant their eyewitness testimony and is it possible that they were hallucinating?Were the apostles motivated to invent the resurrection story and should their testimony be dismissed because they were Christians?Is martyrdom also evidence that Islam is true?What does Spiderman have to do with the reliability of the New Testament?Is the New Testament just a work of historical fiction?Can other world religions be defended with apologetics?Why are skeptics and non-Christians often motivated to reject Christianity?Later in the episode, Frank draws from major cultural events in modern U.S. history—like 9/11, the OJ Simpson trial, and the Rodney King incident—to reveal how human bias can shape the way we interpret evidence and how “impact events” can help us in evaluating the historicity of the New Testament. If you missed Part 1 of this special Resurrection Weekend mini-series be sure to check it out in the resources section listed below!Resources mentioned during the episode:PART 1 - https://youtu.be/EdvS97epOK4I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist - https://bit.ly/4j64NfEOn the Resurrection Volume 2: Refutations by Gary Habermas - https://www.amazon.com/dp/108777862XDid the Apostles REALLY Die as Martyrs? w/Sean McDowell - https://youtu.be/aTXvmd6_iZ0
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The Top 3 Reasons Why We Can Believe in the Resurrection
Did Jesus of Nazareth really rise from the dead? And if that's the case, how should that impact our view of history and everything we believe about God and reality? With the colloquial Easter holiday coming just around the corner, let's dive into the BEST evidence for the resurrection as Frank answers questions like:What is the greatest miracle in the Bible? (SPOILER ALERT: it's NOT the Resurrection)What are the four types of miracles that Jesus performed and what do they teach us about His divinity?Why could we call them the "duh"-ciples of Jesus?How do we know that Islam isn't true? And what about Judaism?What makes the conversion of James (the brother of Jesus) so compelling?Why does Dennis Prager think that the Old Testament is telling the truth and what implications does this have on the historicity of the New Testament?Why do some people refuse to believe in the possibility of a resurrection despite the evidence?What 7 figures associated with the trial and crucifixion of Christ have been discovered via archaeology?Listeners will discover why human life has eternal value, why Christianity stands alone among other worldviews, and how we can know the Bible is historically reliable. Plus, Frank shares a special invitation to join the CE team!Resources mentioned during the episode:Come join our mission! https://careers.crossexamined.org/Testimonial from Wright State Univ. - https://bit.ly/42NB2uhI Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist - https://bit.ly/4j64NfELive Free with Josh Howerton - https://bit.ly/42Bl9pBResurge with Josh Howerton & Josh McPherson - https://bit.ly/4iijgnHConversation with the Faiths: Worldviews - https://bit.ly/42It8kW
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What REALLY Happened During the Inquisitions? with Bill Federer
What’s the real history behind the Inquisitions, what do they reveal about the Christian faith, and could history be repeating itself? A few weeks ago, we unpacked the truth about the history of the Crusades. This week, the great Bill Federer returns to shed light on the rise of the first inquisitions, their lasting impact on both the Church and American history, and how these events connect to the biblical narrative. Join Frank and Bill as they tackle questions like:What are some of the key events surrounding the Spanish, Islamic, and Portuguese Inquisitions?What does Islam teach about those who leave the faith?What is the "Divine Right of Kings" and why is it so dangerous?Why was translating the Bible into English considered a serious crime?How did Christian disengagement from politics open the door to more persecution?Is religion really the root cause of most wars—and which worldview has the most violent history?Who did Thomas Jefferson give credit to as the inspiration for his views on freedom of religion?What is Jesus' new way forward now that the Old Covenant law is obsolete?Who in our culture wants to do an inquisition against Christians?In this thought-provoking episode, Frank and Bill explore how political powers throughout history have exploited religion to gain control—often with tragic consequences. From assassinations to coerced conversions, you’ll get a gripping look at the real story behind the inquisitions—while also debunking myths and setting the record straight by looking at the facts! Want to dig deeper? Visit AmericanMinute.com to check out some of Bill's books mentioned in the resource list below!Resources mentioned during the episode:Bill's website: https://americanminute.com/What REALLY Happened During the Crusades? - https://bit.ly/3RiWMYxBackfired - https://bit.ly/4jvVBRoThree Secular Reasons Why America Should Be Under God - https://bit.ly/3RUluywEndangered Speeches - https://bit.ly/42w49knBullies and Saints - https://bit.ly/42xTupo
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How Does a Skeptical Philosopher Become a Christian? with Wikipedia Co-Founder Larry Sanger
How does someone go from co-founding one of the world’s most visited websites as an atheist to becoming a Bible-believing Christian? And what kind of evidence can shake a skeptical philosopher out of his naturalistic worldview? This week, Frank sits down with Dr. Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia, to explore the surprising path that led him back to faith in Christ. Tune in as they answer questions like:When and why did Larry stop believing in Christianity?How did Wikipedia get started and what does it teach us about human nature?What was it about the Bible that inspired Larry to read through it with a critical lens and what passages intrigued him the most?How did reading the Bible in 90-days change his perspective?What do skeptics and apologists often overlook in the evidence for God?Why is changing someone's worldview so difficult and what's the best approach to do so?From confronting evil in the world to exploring the design behind creation, Larry’s journey is both intellectual and deeply personal. If you're curious about faith, philosophy, or how one of the internet’s pioneers found truth in Scripture, be sure to read Larry's testimony on his website using the link below!Resources mentioned during the episode:Larry's Website - https://larrysanger.org/Larry's Testimony - https://larrysanger.org/2025/02/how-a-skeptical-philosopher-becomes-a-christian
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