The Book of Acts is High-Resolution Reportage, Part 2

1st Century, 4. Is the NT True?, Apologetics, Apostle Paul, Book of Acts, Christianity, Gospel, historical apologetics, Jonathan McLatchie.com, reliability of the Bible
[Editor’s note: in Part 1 of this two-part series, Jonathan explained this method of historical argument known as “Undesigned Coincidences.” These are lines of evidence that emerge when one part of Scripture explains, resolves, or entails, unplanned detail from elsewhere in Scripture and the the wider historical record. Jonathan focuses on the evidence from four books of Paul – Romans, 1st and 2nd Corinthians, and Galatians – comparing them with narrative details in the book of Acts.]        Paul in Macedonia Paul indicates that he is writing 2 Corinthians from Macedonia while on route to Corinth (2 Cor 9:1-5). This would place it very shortly following the riot in Ephesus, hence at approximately Acts 20:1. This appears to have been on Paul’s mind in 2 Corinthians 1:8-10: “For we do not want…
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How to Raise Conservative Kids in a Woke World PLUS Charlie’s New Book with Katy Faust

Charlie's New Book, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Conservative Kids, Dr. Frank Turek, Katy Faust, morality, Parents, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology, Woke Culture
What key conservative American principles does every parent need to know and how do we instill these values in our kids? Child-rights activist, Katy Faust, and co-author of the book, ‘Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City‘, returns to the program to expose how the culture consistently tries to target children, marriage, and the family and gives practical advice on what parents can do to raise right-minded kids in a world that’s gone totally off the deep-end. Together, they answer questions like: What happened after Katy left the exam room when her 15-year old daughter needed a sports physical? Why does Katy tell parents “better one year too early than 5 minutes too late?” What are some practical ways parents can prepare their kids for controversial issues? Why are these…
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The Book of Acts is High-Resolution Reportage Part 1

1st Century, Apologetics, Apostle Paul, Book of Acts, Christianity, CrossExamined, Gospel, historical apologetics, Jonathan McLatchie.com, reliability of the Bible
The book of Acts is one of the most fascinating books of the Bible. No other book matches its level of historical corroboration from both internal and external sources. The abundant evidence, that we shall sample in this essay, of Luke’s credibility and meticulousness as a historian, indirectly supports the credibility of Luke’s gospel (which is widely acknowledged to be written by the same author). Luke claims to have been a travelling companion of Paul for much of his travels (Acts 16-10-17 and later again from Acts 20:5, travelling with Paul as far as Rome). This places Luke in Jerusalem in Acts 21 when Paul visited the Jerusalem leaders. Luke tells us that “all the elders [including James] were present” (Acts 21:18). Luke also implies that he remained in proximity…
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Unpopular Opinion (But It’s True): Every Child Deserves Both Mom and Dad with Katy Faust

Children, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Divorce, Dr. Frank Turek, family, Katy Faust, morality, Parents, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
 What happens when adults chase after their selfish desires and who ends up suffering the most? This week, child-rights activist Katy Faust joins the program to expose the biggest threat to America’s children and why the “modern family” ideal is a secular myth that’s destroying families and inevitably harming future generations. Katy is the Founder and President of Them Before Us, a global movement defending children’s right to their mother and father. She publishes, speaks and testifies widely on why marriage and family are matters of justice for children. Together, Frank and Katy tackle tough and controversial questions like: How did Katy’s own personal experience propel her into the role of child-rights activist? What is the #1 thing that children tell Katy they need and care about more than…
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Was the Messiah Predicted in the Old Testament?

Adam Lloyd Johnson, Apologetics, biblical apologetics, Christianity, christology, ConvincingProof.org, Gospel, Jesus, messianic prophecy, Old Testament, Theology and Christian Apologetics
In Galatians Paul wrote that the Law served as a “tutor to lead us to Christ, so that we may be justified by faith” (Gal. 3:24). Even though Paul was specifically referring to the Mosaic Law, the same could be said concerning the Old Testament as a whole. The Messiah, His person, His work, and His ministry were anticipated through allusion and imagery, not the least of which was the establishment of a theology concerning substitutionary atonement. This laid the groundwork for understanding our need for a Messiah because it explained how we came to be the wretched beings that we are, why God’s moral righteousness means our situation is so dire, and what must be done to reconcile us back to the loving relationship with God we were created…
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From Militant Atheist to Christian Filmmaker with Michael Ray Lewis PLUS Conspiracy Theory Updates

Atheism, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, Hollywood Filmmaker, Michael Ray Lewis, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology, Universe Designed
How does a former militant atheist and horror filmmaker end up creating a documentary that raises the bar for Christian apologetics films for the foreseeable future? After giving a brief update on the latest Charlie Kirk conspiracy theories, Frank sits down with filmmaker Michael Ray Lewis, whose transformation from hardened skeptic to Christian apologist is as unexpected as it is compelling. Michael’s new film, ‘Universe Designed‘, premieres on SAT. 12/13 and blends cinematic storytelling with scientific and historical evidence for Christianity, offering skeptics an invitation to investigate Christianity for themselves while also giving believers a fresh tool for evangelism by exposing them to resources that most Christians aren’t even aware of. Together they answer questions like: What finally broke through Michael’s skepticism and led him to place his faith in…
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Ambiguous Islam

Apologetics, Caliphate, Christian Research Journal, Christianity, Extremism, fundamentalism, Gospel, Islam, Islamism, Jihad, John Ferrer, Muslim, Quran, Religion of Peace, Theology and Christian Apologetics, Usama Bin Laden
[Editor’s Note: This article first appeared in 2011 in Christian Research Journal, vol. 34, no. 6, and reprinted online in 2014 at: https://www.equip.org/articles/ambiguous-islam/. Any additions are in [brackets]]. Usama Bin Laden was a moderate. Right?    Was he not a tragic peace-loving hero with a grand vision for a democratic Afghanistan? Like a photograph overexposed, zeal overcame him, his greatness o’er shadowed by bright dots of violence. Seal Team Six made sure his violence met violence and his vision was ended. We might expect that portrayal from Afghan extremists or Hamas radicals. But that’s also the Bin Laden you find in the short-lived May 4 press release from moderate group Muslim American Society (MAS). They say of him, “I do not believe that any human being relished the terror and the…
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What We Should Have Learned from the Pilgrims with Bill Federer

American freedom, Bill Federer, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, morality, philosophy, Pilgrims, Podcast, religion, Thanksgiving, theology
Kingdoms rise and fall, yet by God’s providence America is still standing. But for how long? Frank and historian Bill Federer pick up right where they left off, exploring the story of American Exceptionalism, the biblical ideas behind our freedoms, and why we should approach our country with genuine gratitude instead of cynicism. Together they answer questions like: What makes the U.S. Constitution so unique? Why did the pilgrims flee Europe, and what set the stage for the very first Thanksgiving? What happened when the pilgrims experimented with socialism? Why is it always a recipe for disaster when nations forget about God? How did Christian persecution in Europe shape the foundations of American freedom? What surprising thing did Squanto say to the pilgrims before he died? What are the top…
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Nick Fuentes in His Own Words

alt-right, Anti-Jew, Antisemitism, Apologetics, Christian Nationalism, Christianity, Donald Trump, Gospel, John Ferrer, Legislating Morality, Culture & Politics, Misogyny, Nick Fuentes, Racism, Radical Right, white nationalism, White Supremacism
With the interview on Tucker Carlson followed by Ben Shapiro’s scathing response, and the failed diplomatic intervention of Heritage Foundation president Kevin Roberts, Nick Fuentes ias no longer under the radar. I guess we have to talk about this guy. I should have some comments to share soon. But in the mean time, it will be good to hear Nick Fuentes in his own words. As much as possible I linked to his own, original clips. In a few cases they’re paraphrases. The effort is to let him speak for himself. For people who aren’t familiar with his rhetoric, they are liable to think his critics are exaggerating or treating him unfairly. I get it. So, this is a chance to see him, for yourself without spin doctors in the…
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Why Be Thankful for America? Fascinating Historical Facts with Bill Federer

Bill Federer, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Dr. Frank Turek, Historical Facts, Holiday, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, Thanksgiving, theology
What’s so special about America? And why do we have more freedom and prosperity than any other country in the world despite our problems? Just in time for Thanksgiving, the one and only Bill Federer joins Frank to uncover the surprising biblical ideas baked into our founding documents that many Americans have long forgotten. Find out how nations throughout history slid into tyranny without even realizing it and why big government always sounds compassionate…until it isn’t. Tune in as they answer questions like: What has been the most common form of government since history began? Who was the first globalist leader in human history? What was so unique about the Hebrew Republic and how did it inspire the Puritans? What is one of the greatest archaeological finds in history that…
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