Can We Declare Reality? Manifestation, Affirmation, & Christian Occultism with Phoenix Hayes

Christian Apologetics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, morality, philosophy, Phoenix Hayes, Podcast, religion, The War on Reality, theology, Truth vs Feelings
Today is the day! ‘The War on Reality‘ has officially been released, and Frank and Phoenix are celebrating by turning the spotlight on a question that might ruffle a few feathers: Can Christians fall into the same trap of trying to bend reality to fit what they want to believe? From health, wealth, and prosperity theology, to manifestation and Christian occultism, they examine popular teachings that sound biblical, but fall apart once you put them back into context. You’ll learn: What is the tragic story of Franz Reichelt and what does it teach us about the limits of our words and personal beliefs? Does Proverbs 18:21 (and other related Bible verses) teach that our words have power? What do exegesis and eisegesis have to do with spotting bad theology? Why…
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How to Recover TRUTH in a World That Celebrates LIES with Phoenix Hayes

Biblical truth, Christian Apologetics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Cultural Ideologies, Dr. Frank Turek, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology, War on Reality, Worldview
Non-birthing persons, pregnant men, using racism to fight racism, and Marxist ideologies that keep everyone in a perpetual state of outrage and victimhood…Ever feel like you’re in the minority when it comes to keeping your feet planted in reality? You’re not! This week, Frank welcomes his co-author, Phoenix Hayes, to discuss their new book (now available for pre-order!), ‘The War on Reality‘, which they wrote to help Christians identify the ideologies and tactics used to try and rewrite reality but that ultimately lead to despair and brokenness. You’ll learn: What is the difference between reality and truth? Why did Frank and Phoenix write this book and how did it all come together? Why is it dedicated to Charlie Kirk? What is Frank’s favorite chapter of the book and how can…
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The Horrors of Euthanasia and the Problem of Suffering

2. Does God Exist?, Apologetics, bioethics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, euthanasia, Gospel, meaning of life, meaninglessness, problem of suffering, Secularism, Theology and Christian Apologetics, Thomas Moller, www.FreeThinkingministries
As I’m writing this blog, on March 26, 2016, a young woman by the name of Noelia Castillo Ramos is being euthanized in Spain.[i] Unfortunately, this is nothing new in our Western society. Medically assisted suicide has been legal in Canada for almost 10 years.[ii] Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and the United States—yes, even the USA in some states—have legalized medically assisted suicide to some degree.[iii] You may wonder, as I did, what circumstances allow for assistance in suicide? In the United States, the law states that only mentally competent and terminally ill patients, whose illness will kill them within six months, allows for assisted suicide. It is fairly similar in Australia and New Zealand. Despite how extreme…
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The #1 Driving Force Behind Political Violence in America

Christian Apologetics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, critical theory, Dr. Frank Turek, evil problem, morality, philosophy, Podcast, political violence, religion, theology
Why is political violence on the rise in America? Look no further than the manifesto written by the man who attempted to shoot up the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night. In today’s podcast, Frank unpacks the serious consequences of a society influenced by critical theory, and offers insights on how teaching truth and logic rooted in Scripture can help address these issues. You’ll also hear Frank’s speech from the TPUSA Faith Pastor’s Summit last week, where he offers a practical solution to this problem. Tune is as he answers questions like: What does recent survey data say about liberal vs. conservative views on political violence? What is the worldview that justifies political violence in very liberal people? Why do ideas have consequences? Why does critical theory promote perpetual…
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5 Things You and Your Kids Need to Build a Lasting Faith in a Changing World with Jonathan Morrow

Christian Apologetics, Christian parenting, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, faith in culture, Jonathan Morrow, morality, philosophy, Podcast, raising Christian kids, religion, theology
How do you and your kids stay grounded in the Christian faith in a culture that is constantly changing and trying to distract us? Jonathan Morrow, director of cultural engagement and student discipleship at Impact 360 Institute, has been equipping students and parents for over 16 years, and is passionate about seeing a new generation build a lasting faith. His newly updated book, ‘Welcome to College‘, helps guide students and their parents as they prepare for their college journey and life beyond the classroom. Join Jonathan and Frank as they discuss practical tips anyone can use to stay grounded in the Christian faith and answer questions like: What five things need to happen if someone wants to stay grounded in the Christian faith? Which thing is the hardest for anyone…
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Is the Bible HATE Speech? Plus Q&A

Bible and morality, Christian Apologetics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Culture and Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, Free speech vs hate, LGBTQ debate, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
Is disagreement hate? And what about speaking out against certain sexual behaviors, like LGBTQ? Does that make you a mentally unstable person? A Canadian “hate speech” bill is currently causing concern as critics warn it could chill religious speech and expose some people to prosecution for simply quoting the Bible. Meanwhile, basketball player Jaden Ivey is promptly fired from the Chicago Bulls for stating that Pride Month celebrates “unrighteousness” as other NBA players commit serious felonies (including physically harming others) without serious repercussions. What’s up with that? Pack your patience during the midweek episode as Frank addresses these and many other questions including: What is the irony behind Liberal Party MP Marc Miller’s statements in regards to Bible passages in Leviticus, Deuteronomy, and Romans? Where does our identity come from?…
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Who Was the REAL St. Patrick? PLUS Is Leftism Bad for Your Mental Health?

Christian Apologetics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, Leftism and mental health, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, St. Patrick’s Day history, Thaddeus Williams, theology
Is St. Patrick’s Day all about drinking green beer in a pub? And why are people on the political left typically more anxious and depressed than people on the political right? What do the studies say? Today, Frank dives into the not-so-famous history of St. Patrick’s Day and unpacks a WORLD article written by Thaddeus Williams, ‘Why Leftism is Bad for Mental Health: An Ideology That Politicizes Real Trauma Leads to Minds Immersed in Fear‘. Tune in as he answers questions like: Why do studies reveal that the political left are not doing well in terms of mental health? What is the “Uh-Oh Center” in our brains? Why is it dangerous and illogical to overgeneralize our life experiences? How do good psychologists help people who are crippled with fear and…
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5 Inspiring Stories of Christian Courage with John Stonestreet

Christian Apologetics, Christian purpose, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Colson Center, Dr. Frank Turek, John Stonestreet, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology, Truth Rising documentary
Why are we so miserable? We have everything we need in America, but anxiety, depression, and “identity confusion” are at an all-time high. Do we have everything to live with but nothing to live for? What’s going on and what is the solution to all this? John Stonestreet, President of Colson Center, joins Frank to talk about the mission behind ‘Truth Rising‘–a documentary and small group study designed to catapult Christians out of complacency and into their God-given purpose. You’ll hear incredible stories of ordinary people who faced cancel-culture head on and stood firm in their faith, proving that real strength comes from the objective truth of Christianity. Tune in as Frank and John answer questions like: What did Charlie Kirk say was the most important thing that young people…
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Top 10 Ways Reality Supports the Christian Worldview + Proof of a Propaganda War

Apologetics, Christian Apologetics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, Evidence for Christianity, hasty generalization, logical fallacies, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
 How do you make the case for Christianity? It seems that the burden of proof always falls on Christians, but there are certain aspects of reality that need to be explained regardless of your worldview (even atheism!). The question remains, which worldview fits the story of reality better than the others? In this evergreen podcast episode, Frank breaks down 10 aspects of reality that support the Christian worldview by answering questions like: What is the cosmological argument? How is the universe fine-tuned at three different levels? Why is atheism, not Christianity, at odds with science? Where do the laws of logic come from? Why doesn’t science say anything? Where does objective morality come from? How did Jesus Christ become the most influential person in human history? Why is it…
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Charlie Kirk’s Message Lives On

Apologetics, Charlie Kirk, Christian Apologetics, Christian Worldview, Christianity, Courage and Faith, Cultural Hostility, Culture and Politics, Faith in Jesus, free speech, Gospel, Standing for Truth, The FreeThinking Theist, Theology and Christian Apologetics, Tim Straton, Tim Stratton
I couldn’t sleep last night. I’ll never forget where I was when I first heard the news. I was at the dentist, sitting in the chair getting a cavity filled by my dentist—who, years ago, was in my youth group. After numbing me up, he left the room to let the medication set in. I pulled out my phone, opened Facebook, and saw Graham Allen’s post (seconds after he posted it) asking for prayers for Charlie Kirk. My heart sank. I immediately googled “Charlie Kirk.” Nothing came up. I refreshed it twice, and finally one lone article came up simply noting that Kirk was shot in Utah. No other details were given. A few minutes later, my dentist walked back into the room. His face was pale and shaken. He told…
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