Emily Reeves: How to Study Biology with Systems Engineering Principles

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Traditional methods in biology have proven insufficient for understanding and accurately predicting complex biological systems. Why? Source
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How Can Murder and True Crime Point Others to Jesus? with Jimmy and J. Warner Wallace

Case Files, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Crimes, Dr. Frank Turek, J. Warner Wallace, Jimmy Wallace, morality, murder, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
Why are so many people fascinated with evil stories of murder, and true crime? And more importantly, can we use that fascination to point them to Jesus? Christianity is the only worldview that answers the problem of evil adequately, and now there’s a new graphic novel that tackles this big question in a way that’s both artistic and compelling! This week, Frank sits down with cold-case detective and bestselling author, J. Warner Wallace, along with his son and co-author, Jimmy Wallace, to discuss their new book, ‘Case Files: Murder and Meaning‘. As a father-son duo with deep roots in law enforcement, they’re using their real-life experiences to craft a crime story that sneaks apologetics into an action-packed graphic novel. Tune in as they address questions like: Why do so many police…
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C.S. Lewis on How Do Demons Deceive Us? Plus Q&A

Christian Apologetics, Christianity, CS Lewis, demons, Dr. Frank Turek, Govermment, Islam, military, morality, philosophy, Podcast, Q&A, religion, The Screwtape Letters, theology
Why is propaganda and empty rhetoric so appealing to some people? In this midweek episode, Frank explains how the first of ‘The Screwtape Letters‘ by C.S. Lewis perfectly illustrates the way demons manipulate human beings, now and throughout history. He’ll also explore the recent power struggles between the Trump Administration and the lower district court judge who blocked Trump’s transgender military ban. Frank will answer questions like: Why is using “jargon” instead of evidence-based arguments not good thinking? What specific tactics does C.S. Lewis say demons use to tempt humans and where do we see evidence of this happening in our culture today? Do all people have the right or privilege to serve in the military? Was Trump’s decision to say transgender people are not qualified to serve in the military…
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Does Cosmic Fine-Tuning Suggest Theism or Deism?

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Casey Luskin continues his conversation with astrobiologist Guillermo Gonzalez about the many ways Earth’s place in the cosmos is finely tuned for life. Source
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How to Raise Brave Kids to Have Bold Faith with Kirk Cameron

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How do you capture your child’s attention so they know and live THE truth of Jesus? How can you educate and entertain them while ensuring they aren’t indoctrinated by secularism? Christian parents and grandparents have been crying out for someone in the entertainment world to champion biblical values that lead to their children’s health, protection, and blessing—now, there’s finally an answer! This week, Frank sits down with actor and conservative activist, Kirk Cameron, to talk about his partnership with Brave Books and his new children’s program, ‘Iggy & Mr. Kirk‘, designed to train kids in the Lord. How is Kirk using his unique gifts and talents to invest in the hearts and minds of young children? Tune in as Frank and Kirk unpack Kirk’s latest ministry projects and tackle questions like: How did…
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Is Christianity Making a Comeback? with Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle

Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Cliffe Knechte, college campuses, Culture, Dr. Frank Turek, Give Me an Answer, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, Stuart Knechtle, theology, West
Are we witnessing a renewed interest in God, Christianity, and Jesus in today’s culture? For this midweek podcast, Frank welcomes back our favorite father-son duo, Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle from the popular Youtube channel, ‘Give Me an Answer‘, to share their unique insights into the recent rise of Christianity in the West, particularly on college campuses. They’ll also discuss how the rapid growth of their ministry has led to incredible opportunities to share the Gospel on major secular and Christian platforms. Tune in as Frank, Stuart, and Cliffe answer key questions like: What major cultural shifts has Cliffe observed over the past 40 years, and why has he softened his approach? Why are young people today so anxious, and what is their biggest fear? What are some of the most common misconceptions…
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Did the Apostles REALLY Die as Martyrs? with Dr. Sean McDowell

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How much evidence exists for the martyrdom of the apostles? Did they REALLY die for their faith? Christians often use this argument to defend the credibility of Jesus’ death and resurrection, but could we be overstating the case? This week, let’s dive into the latest research on Christian martyrdom with one of today’s leading experts on the topic–our good friend Dr. Sean McDowell! A decade ago, his groundbreaking research challenged what we thought we knew about the fate of the apostles. Now, with new discoveries and fresh insights, the second edition of ‘The Fate of the Apostles‘ has been released—offering the most up-to-date investigation into their martyrdom. Join Frank and Sean as they uncover what really happened to the closest followers of Jesus and tackle pressing questions like: What incident spurred Sean to make ‘The Fate of…
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3 BIG Reasons Why God May Choose to Hide Himself

Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Divine Hiddenness, Dr. Frank Turek, free will, God's Hiddenness, Jesus, Jesus resurrection, morality, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
Why doesn’t God make Himself more obvious? If God truly exists, why wouldn’t He just appear to everyone and settle all doubts once and for all? In a world filled with skepticism, doubt, and unbelief, the “divine hiddenness” of God is one of the most common objections raised against Christianity. But is it really a valid reason to reject His existence? In this solo midweek episode, Frank tackles a listener’s question about God’s hiddenness and explores these questions along the way: Does the hiddenness of God negate the evidence we already have for His existence? What does Scripture reveal about why God may choose to remain unseen? Would seeing the full presence of God actually eliminate doubt and unbelief for some people? How do free will and love relate to…
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Richard Sternberg on the Information Beyond the Genome

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There’s “something phenomenal” going on inside the cell, says Dr. Sternberg. Probing and elucidating this mystery has been a focus of his research. Source
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What REALLY Happened During the Crusades? with Bill Federer

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How much do you know about the history of the Crusades? Were they unprovoked attacks by Christian armies, or was there something deeper at play? In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the facts behind one of history’s most misunderstood events. In response to your requests from our recent podcast survey, Frank welcomes historian Bill Federer of American Minute to explore the truth about the Crusades. Tune in as Bill unpacks its historical backdrop, revealing why Europe took up arms to blunt the rise and expansion of Islam. During their conversation, Frank and Bill will answer questions like: Did the Crusaders know the Bible? What did the Pope promise the Crusaders? How did Islam originate, and how did it expand so rapidly? Did Christianity spread as a direct result of the Crusades? What…
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