Rewriting History – Debunking the Lies You’ve Always Been Told About America with Tim Barton

American history, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, Founding Fathers, History Myths, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology, Tim Barton, WallBuilders
What if some of the biggest claims you’ve heard about American history aren’t true? For decades, Americans have been told that Christopher Columbus launched a campaign of genocide, the Founding Fathers were racist deists, and the United States was uniquely evil from the very beginning. While people of every nation have undeniably done evil (that’s why we all need a Savior), are those claims about America based on the historical record or Marxist propaganda? If you think you already know America’s story, think again! This week, Frank interviews historian and President of WallBuilders, Tim Barton, who holds the nation’s largest private collection of original American historical documents (totaling more than 100,000 pieces!). So Tim’s insights come from what was recorded by the founders themselves. Tune in as Frank and Tim…
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Anything But Christianity? Answering College Students’ Toughest Objections with Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle

Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Cliffe Knechtle, college students, Dr. Frank Turek, Evidence for Christianity, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, Stuart Knechtle, theology
Frank welcomes back father-son duo, Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle, to unpack the objections they hear most often from college students who remain unconvinced by Christianity, share how they respond to skeptics in the heat of the moment, and help Christians prepare for similar conversations. Tune in as they answer questions like: What doubts about Christianity has Cliffe personally struggled with over the years? Does the Bible condone sexism and slavery? What’s the psychology behind our ABC – “Anything But Christianity” – culture and people who refuse to follow Christ despite the evidence? What four key questions can be used to help non-Christians think more clearly about their current (false) worldview? Was Jesus an ethical genius? How did Paul’s teaching radically elevate the dignity of women in the ancient world and…
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A BRICKMAKER Defense for God’s Existence

2. Does God Exist?, 3. Are Miracles Possible?, Apologetics, bellatorchristi.com, Brian Chilton, Brickmaker, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, God’s existence, Gospel
Recently, several people have approached me and asked if there are good, simple ways to defend the existence of God. Some have said, “You cannot see God, so how do I know for sure that he’s there?” This seems to be one of the most pressing issues that I have seen as of late. In my book Layman’s Manual on Christian Apologetics, I offered a five-point acronym to defend God’s existence; the acronym was called BRICK (BVG theorem, right conditions, information, compassion and ethics, and the Kalam cosmological argument). [1] The book was published in 2019. Since then, I have come across numerous other reasons to believe in God’s existence. With a few adaptations, we can expand BRICK to a BRICKMAKER defense. Let’s take a look at ten good reasons for believing in God’s existence.…
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How to Demolish Your Christian Doubts with Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle

campus evangelism, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Cliffe Knechtle, Dr. Frank Turek, faith and doubt, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, Stuart Knechtle, theology
Are you looking for answers about faith that will satisfy both your heart and your mind? As the host and founder of Give Me an Answer, Cliffe Knechtle has four decades of experience answering questions about God’s existence, the presence of evil in the world, and the reliability of the Bible. Now in their new book, ‘Demolishing Doubt‘, Cliffe and his son, Stuart, tackle the pain behind doubts, sharing true stories from their conversations on college campuses and their interactions with millions online. Tune in as Frank, Stuart, and Cliffe answer key questions like: How did Cliffe and Stuart get started in apologetics? What major cultural shifts has Cliffe observed over the past 40 years, and why has he softened his approach? What’s the story behind the Knechtle gospel stance?…
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“HELP! Conspiracy Theories Are Ruining My Marriage!” 37 Questions to Consider

Candace Owens, Charlie Kirk, Christian Apologetics, Christian Marriage, Christianity, Conspiracy Theories, Dr. Frank Turek, marriage advice, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
Is it possible to reason with someone who believes that corroborated evidence is part of the deception of conspiracy theories? In this episode, Frank responds to a question from a concerned husband whose marriage is under serious strain due to conspiracy theories surrounding the murder of Charlie Kirk. While discussing the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing last week, and the biblical principles surrounding gossip, deception, and false accusations, Frank tackles questions like: What evidence emerged during Robinson’s preliminary trial and why is the judge being so cautious? Is every contradiction, misunderstanding, or misspoken word a lie? How do you have a productive conversation with someone who refuses to follow the evidence? What does the Bible teach about gossip, deception, and false accusations? What’s the difference between a possibility and evidence for…
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Bible Expert Reveals Who REALLY Wrote the Gospels?

Bart Ehrman, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, Gospel authors, Gospel reliability, Mike Licona, morality, New Testament, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
Did Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John really write the Gospels? Or were these books actually anonymous from the beginning? And if they were, what would that mean for Christianity? This week, Frank sits down with New Testament scholar Dr. Mike Licona to unpack his latest debate with Bart Ehrman, one of the world’s best-known New Testament skeptics. What did Mike actually agree with Bart on? And where does he think Bart leans too heavily on speculation instead of the historical evidence? Together, they unpack Bart’s biggest objections and tackle questions like: Why does Bart Ehrman think the Gospels are anonymous, and is he right? Why does it matter who wrote the Gospels? What if the Gospel writers weren’t eyewitnesses? Were the Gospel writers really too uneducated to write the Gospels?…
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Frank Addresses Candace Owens’ Conspiracy Theories

Candace Owens, Charlie Kirk, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Conspiracy Theories, Dr. Frank Turek, Evidence, Frank Turek, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
When did “just asking questions” become enough to convict someone in the court of public opinion? This week, Frank takes a closer look at several claims made by Candace Owens surrounding Charlie Kirk’s murder and asks a simple question: What does the evidence actually show? As he responds to listener emails about the alleged discrepancies in his account of the September 10th events and addresses the so-called CPR contradiction, Frank explains why possibilities, coincidences, and speculation should never be confused with proof. This episode will tackle questions like: Why do minor differences between eyewitness accounts often strengthen rather than weaken credibility? What makes evidence different from speculation, suspicion, or “gut feelings”? How does confirmation bias keep people believing weak arguments? How have logical fallacies fueled conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie’s murder?…
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What Happened to the 56 Men Who Signed the Declaration of Independence? with Bill Federer

American Revolution, Bill Federer, Christian Apologetics, Christian history, Christianity, Declaration of Independence, Dr. Frank Turek, Founding Fathers, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
Earlier this week, historian Bill Federer joined Frank to explore the biblical ideas that shaped the foundation of America. In this follow-up conversation, Bill returns to bring the Declaration of Independence’s most influential figures to life through their faith, their sacrifices, and the extraordinary stories of divine providence that many believed shaped America’s fight for independence. Join Frank and Bill as they answer questions like: Who was John Witherspoon and what role did he play in America’s fight for independence? What role did different denominations play in the formation of the 13 original colonies? How can we sum up Judeo-Christian Western civilization in America using only one word? Why do some people claim that it was a miracle (at least providential) how traitor Benedict Arnold was caught? What happened after…
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Deist or Christian: Who Were the 56 Men Who Founded America? with Bill Federer

American history, Bill Federer, Christian Apologetics, Christian nation, Christianity, deism, Dr. Frank Turek, Founding Fathers, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
 How did America REALLY begin? As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, claims that the Founding Fathers were mostly deists and that Christianity had little influence on America’s founding have become increasingly common. But does the historical record support those claims, or are misinformed pundits trying to rewrite our past while jeopardizing our future? Joining Frank to set the record straight is the one-and-only, Bill Federer, author and founder of American Minute. Together, Frank and Bill unpack the biblical ideas that shaped America’s founding, explore what made the American experiment so revolutionary, and examine why so many misconceptions about the Founders persist today. Tune in as they answer questions like: Who was the first globalist in the history of the world according to the Bible? Why did the…
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How to Detect Heresy: The Gospel of James Talarico with Ryan Crews

Biblical truth, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, false teaching, Heresy, James Talarico, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, Ryan Crews, theology
What are the consequences when a charming, seminary-trained politician misquotes Scripture and how can we discern biblical truth from error? Frank welcomes Ryan Crews, a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and CrossExamined Board Member, to examine the twisted theology of Texas State Representative James Talarico, who’s currently running for the U.S. Senate. Using Talarico’s own words and video clips (not secondhand claims), Frank and Ryan compare his teachings with Scripture and explain why many of his views cross the line from theological error into outright heresy. In this episode, they’ll answer questions like: Should Christians call out false teachers? Which seminary is James Talarico attending and what are their beliefs? What does James Talarico get right and what does he get wrong? Why are atheists easier to understand compared to…
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