Did Jesus REALLY Rise from the Dead? TOP 4 Reasons to Believe with Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston

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Do you believe the physical resurrection of Jesus really happened? Or maybe it’s all just imaginative storytelling? Culture is doing its best to convince the world there is nothing special about Jesus. Meanwhile, Christianity’s most important historical fact–the resurrection–is often the least studied and most misunderstood, creating a powerless faith. Today on Good Friday, acclaimed apologist and New Testament scholar, Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston, joins Frank to show why Jesus’ victory over death is central to a believer’s faith while sharing insights from his book, ‘Body of Proof‘. Together they answer questions like: What two things have been at the forefront of Frank’s mind since the murder of Charlie Kirk? Why is the bodily resurrection of Jesus essential to the Christian faith and what research has Jeremiah done on the…
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Before Darwin, How Maxwell’s Intelligent Design Argument Forecast Modern ID

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He was well versed in the evolutionary literature as well as in design arguments from antiquity to his day. Source
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Is Jesus Coming Soon? A Biblical Blueprint of the End Times with Pastor Robert Furrow

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Should Christians support Israel, no matter what? And why is studying the revelation of Jesus Christ so important? In part two of this follow-up conversation, Frank welcomes back Pastor Robert Furrow to go deeper into Israel’s role in prophecy and break down the major end-times views. Tune in as Frank and Robert answer questions like: What does it mean to “bless Israel”? Why should Christians support a secular Israel? Is the modern nation of Israel truly connected to biblical Israel? What is God’s long-term plan for Israel according to Scripture? What are the key differences (and similarities) between premillennialism, amillennialism, and postmillennialism? Why is the Mount of Olives so important to the future of Israel? What is preterism? And why is full preterism considered unbiblical? What was the Piltdown Man…
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Did Jesus Rise from the Dead?

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When it comes to the fate of Jesus and determining if he rose from the dead, a historian employs a two-step or stage process to uncover the relevant historical facts surrounding the fate of Jesus and then sifts through the various live explanations to determine the best explanation.  It is somewhat like being a detective. A detective gathers the clues (the established historical facts) and then solves the case (provides the best explanation for the historical facts). ESTABLISHING THE HISTORICAL FACTS There are four established historical facts or truths concerning the fate of Jesus that are widely accepted by critical scholars today.  Here is a quick acronym to remember these four historical truths: BEAT.   B = Burial E = Empty Tomb A = Appearances of Christ T = Transformation of the Disciples   Dr. Craig…
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Real or Fairy-Tale? 11 Bible Characters Found in the Dirt with Dr. Titus Kennedy

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Is the Bible just a collection of ancient myths and fairy tales? Or did the people named on these ancient pages really walk the earth? Archaeologist and author Dr. Titus Kennedy returns to show us that history isn’t just written in books. It’s buried in the dirt! Listen (or watch!) closely as Frank and Titus investigate the “receipts” left behind by kings, queens, and commoners that demonstrate the Bible is documenting REAL history, not just parables. With Titus’ new book ‘Archaeology and the People of the Bible‘ as their guide, they tackle questions like: Who was Tiglath-Pileser III, and what does he teach us about interpreting the Bible correctly? How do the writings of Josephus and ancient Ugaritic epics validate the biblical text? What seals have been found with obscure…
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Faith in Action

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Each and every sermon we listen to, every teacher we hear, every Bible verse we read, and even the article you’re reading right now has only so much effect. We can listen and agree with what is being said. We can agree that the words we read hold truth. But then what? Do we give our “Amen” in agreement and swiftly move on? Do we skip the prayer and application process, hoping it will fill and meet our needs? Are we simply only hearing the Word? If we say we are faithful followers of Jesus Christ, are we living out that truth every day, or are we just listening? But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. (James 1:22 NKJV) When we truly trust in God,…
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Why I Left Hollywood for Christianity with Comedian Rob Schneider

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Hollywood is built on the promise of fame, money, and influence. But if that’s the “dream,” why does the glitz and glamour leave so many icons feeling hopeless and empty inside? You’ve seen Rob Schneider on SNL and in box-office hits like 50 First Dates, but you’ve never seen him like this. From his journey to faith, to his front-row seat to the “cancel culture” wars, Rob is pulling back the curtain on what it’s like to be a Christian in an industry that’s increasingly hostile to the Gospel. You’re going to laugh (it’s Rob Schneider, after all!), but you’ll also be challenged to think deeply about the cultural moment we’re living in right now. Together, Frank and Rob answer questions like: How did Rob get started in comedy and…
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The Ultimate Kalam Cosmological Argument Resource List: 80+ Curated Picks from Top Philosophers and Apologists, Part 2

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[Editor’s Note: this blog series was originally posted as a single blog. The section “Introduction to the Kalam” is repeated here in both entries, for context, for the reader.] Introduction to the Kalam The Kalam Cosmological Argument (KCA) is one of the most widely discussed arguments for the existence of God in contemporary philosophy and apologetics. It goes like this: Whatever begins to exist has a cause. The universe began to exist. Therefore, the universe has a cause. Though it sounds simple, the implications are profound. If the universe had a beginning—and beginnings require causes—then something (or Someone) beyond time, space, and matter must have brought it into being. The Kalam has sparked conversations among scientists, philosophers, theologians, and skeptics alike, making it a cornerstone of modern theistic argumentation. This post…
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What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Israel? (And Why It Matters Now) with Pastor Robert Furrow

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Is the Church the “new Israel,” or does God still have unfinished business with Israel? Pastor Robert Furrow of Calvary Chapel Tucson joins Frank to explore key parts of Scripture that talk about Israel’s past, present, and future, and whether or not its modern state is even part of what the Bible is talking about. Tune in as they answer questions like: How did God prophesize the current nation of Israel? Why is Israel so central to biblical prophecy? When the Scriptures say “last days” what does that mean? What is the significance of Israel becoming a nation again in 1948? What area of land was originally promised to Israel? What is dispensationalism and is biblical? Is there a future for Israel? Will all of Israel be saved? Has Israel…
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Can Formless Matter Exist? A Pitfall in Reading Biblical Texts

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The solution is to go back to the source and follow the text to see what it actually says. Source
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