Watch: Catholics in Conversation on Intelligent Design

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Fr. Michael is doing what many a member of a faith community probably wishes his own clergyman could do, given the importance of the subject. Source
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Are the Heavens Immutable? An Ancient Scientific Question

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Modern theories postulate entities to account for differences between what we would expect from physics and our observations of distant space. Source
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What No One Ever Told You About the History of Iran with Bill Federer – Part 2

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What’s next for Iran and is this current war a sign of the end times? For nearly five decades, millions of Iranians have lived under the harsh realities of militant Sharia law, while many in the West still misunderstand or even enable the system behind it. In this follow-up episode, historian Bill Federer returns to unpack how the 1979 Iranian revolution transformed Persia and why the consequences still ripple across the Middle East and beyond. Tune in as Frank and Bill tackle questions like: What laws were immediately imposed when the Ayatollah seized power in 1979? What president gave the Ayatollah the green light to take over? What lies did this Ayatollah tell America in order to take power? Who did he execute immediately when he took power? What’s the…
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What No One Ever Told You About the History of Iran with Bill Federer

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After 47 years, is a regime change in Iran finally on the horizon? Or are we about to repeat history yet again? As tensions rise and the U.S. and Israel work to counter the Ayatollah’s nuclear ambitions, many Americans know the danger but not the backstory. In this episode, Frank sits down with historian Bill Federer to explain the “why” behind the war, trace Iran’s journey from ancient Persia to the Islamic Revolution, and uncover the historical forces that shaped today’s Middle East. Tune in as they answer questions like: What happened when Frank traveled to Tehran in 2006? What is the ancient history of Iran (previously known as Persia)? What’s the difference between Shia and Sunni Islam? What was the Islamic “Golden Age” and who brought it to an…
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God Hypothesis Comes to Theaters Nationally in April!

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The film features a diverse range of scientists, some familiar to those who follow the work of the Center for Science and Culture, but others very much not. Source
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God’s Sovereignty: Mystery or Logical Contradiction? PLUS MORE Q&A

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What are the most common questions Frank answers during his college visits and how do we distinguish between a legitimate theological mystery and a true logical contradiction when discussing God’s omnipotence, foreknowledge, and moral responsibility with skeptics? In this midweek Q&A episode, Frank tackles the problem of evil and the deeper questions it raises about God’s goodness, justice, and mercy. Find out how free will, moral responsibility, and redemption fit into a MUCH bigger story that explains suffering while offering real hope in the midst of experiencing great pain. Frank will answer questions like: What is classical Christian theology and how does it address the problem of evil? What are the four major categories of Christian apologetics? Where can you easily find answers to skeptics most commonly asked questions about…
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Science, the Bible, and America’s Creed

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When a wrong turn has been made, sometimes going back is the best way forward. If we want to restore America to health, we need to relearn the creed. Source
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How Does God Use Suffering for Our Good? Personal Life Lessons with Clay and Jean E. Jones

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What does a ministry-minded Christian couple do when they experience five miscarriages, numerous disappointments, doubts, unanswered prayer, and incurable cancer? They PRAISE GOD and write a comforting and brilliant new book, ‘How Does God Use Suffering for Our Good?‘, that will help thousands of others who are experiencing pain and suffering. This week, Frank sits down with Dr. Clay Jones and his wife of 50 years, Jean E., to explore the hard realities of suffering and the even harder truth that God can use the most devastating events in our lives for good–both now and in eternity.Clay and Jean E. share lessons from their own lives and the Scriptures while answering questions like: If evil and suffering are happening to you is it all your fault? Do you just need…
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Is Allah a Zionist? with the Apostate Prophet

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Does the Quran actually support Zionism? If not, why does it say that the land we know as Israel was given to Israel by God? In this midweek episode, Frank welcomes back Ridvan Ademir, a.k.a Apostate Prophet, to continue their eye-opening conversation about the Hamas–Israel conflict. Together, they peel back the political headlines and examine the theological and historical roots driving the crisis in Gaza. Together, they tackle questions like: Where do we see Israel mentioned in the Quran and what does it say? Why isn’t “Palestine” mentioned in the Quran? How and when did Palestine’s national identity emerge? Why does the Quran say the Holy Land belongs to the Jews? Is Allah a Zionist? What started the 1948 Israel-Arab War? Why do Palestinians have multi-generational refugee status? What are…
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What No One Ever Told You About the Hamas-Israel Conflict with Apostate Prophet

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What can Christians learn from a former Muslim who now follows Christ? And how can Christians speak truthfully and lovingly with Muslims about Jesus? This week, Frank welcomes back Ridvan Aydemir, also known as the Apostate Prophet, to share more about his journey from Islam to atheism and ultimately to faith in Christ. Together, they tackle the Israel–Hamas conflict, the ideology behind Hamas, and why understanding Islamic theology is essential for effective evangelism. In this episode, Frank and AP will tackle questions like: What ultimately led AP out of Islam, through atheism, and into Christianity? How can Christians lovingly and wisely point Muslims to Christ? What core memory of Christianity does AP still hold from his childhood? What is AP’s new angle on the Islamic Dilemma and why is it…
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