15Apr 2025 by Post

What REALLY Happened During the Inquisitions? with Bill Federer

Bill Federer, Christian Apologetics, Christianity, Crusades, Dr. Frank Turek, inquisitions, Islamic, morality, Muslim, philosophy, Podcast, religion, theology
What’s the real history behind the Inquisitions, what do they reveal about the Christian faith, and could history be repeating itself? A few weeks ago, we unpacked the truth about the history of the Crusades and how (despite some behavior not condoned by Christ) they were military responses to Muslim aggression and saved Europe from being conquered by Muslim invaders. Most Christians at the time didn’t know what the Bible taught. This week, the great Bill Federer returns to shed light on the rise of the first inquisitions, their lasting impact on both the Church and American history, and how these events connect to the biblical narrative. Join Frank and Bill as they tackle questions like: What are some of the key events surrounding the Spanish, Islamic, and Portuguese Inquisitions? What does Islam teach about…
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11Apr 2025 by Post

How Does a Skeptical Philosopher Become a Christian? with Wikipedia Co-Founder Larry Sanger

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How does someone go from co-founding one of the world’s most visited websites as an atheist to becoming a Bible-believing Christian? And what kind of evidence can shake a skeptical philosopher out of his naturalistic worldview? This week, Frank sits down with Dr. Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia, to explore the surprising path that led him back to faith in Christ. Tune in as Larry shares how his early exposure to Christianity faded during his academic journey, how his curiosity was reignited by some disturbing cultural trends, and why he began to see the Bible in a new light. During their conversation, Frank and Larry will answer questions like: When and why did Larry stop believing in Christianity? How did Wikipedia get started and what does it teach us about human…
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11Apr 2025 by Post

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, “The Catholic Darwin”

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No doubt, Teilhard ­ had — and has — Catholic admirers. The most positive Catholic assessment I have encountered comes from the pen of Msgr. Bruno de Solages. Source
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08Apr 2025 by Post

Why is Christianity So Exclusive? Plus More Q&A

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Why do Christians think Jesus is the only way to Heaven? And what ultimately sets Christianity apart from other religions like Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism? In this midweek episode, Frank explains why Jesus is the only way to salvation and why good works or sincere belief in other religions won’t save you. Tune is as he also tackles questions like: Does simply saying you believe Jesus is our LORD and Saviour enough to save you? Why was Jesus’ sacrifice necessary? Are all non-Christians going to Hell, even if they’re “good” people? Why can’t a loving God allow everyone into Heaven, regardless of their beliefs? Do you need Christianity to be a good person? What’s wrong with the popular ‘He Gets Us’ campaign? How are people tormented in Hell? What’s the…
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04Apr 2025 by Post

After 20 Years of Debates, Why I’m Still a Christian with Justin Brierley

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How do you spend 20 years talking to some of the world’s most well-known atheists and still remain a committed Christian? Is it possible that belief in God actually makes sense? Popular radio host and podcaster Justin Brierly has been creating and facilitating constructive conversations about faith for more than two decades, and has had a ringside seat as believers and nonbelievers have debated Christianity. This week on the podcast, Justin joins Frank to discuss his upcoming book, ‘Why I’m Still a Christian: After Two Decades of Conversations with Skeptics and Atheists–The Reason I Believe‘ and shares how he kept his faith intact while engaging with skeptics from around the world. Together, he and Frank answer big questions like: What led Justin to write this book, and what ultimately convinces him that…
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01Apr 2025 by Post

Are the Gospels Hopelessly Contradictory? with J. Warner Wallace

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Are there contradictions between the gospel accounts? If so, how can we trust the central tenet of Christianity–the Resurrection of Jesus? Last week, J. Warner Wallace and his son Jimmy Wallace joined Frank to discuss their exciting new graphic novel, ‘Case Files: Meaning and Murder‘. For this midweek podcast, J. Warner Wallace returns to share how he used his skill set as a detective to investigate the claims of the New Testament gospels and compares his findings to those of atheist/agnostic New Testament scholar, Bart Ehrman. Together, Frank and Jim answer questions like: What’s necessary to prove an event occurred in the past? Why weren’t first-century historians bothered by textual differences found in the Gospels? Why is it better to have four different gospel accounts vs. one harmonization? Why would God allow these…
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28Mar 2025 by Post

How Can Murder and True Crime Point Others to Jesus? with Jimmy and J. Warner Wallace

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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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25Mar 2025 by Post

C.S. Lewis on How Do Demons Deceive Us? Plus Q&A

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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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21Mar 2025 by Post

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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18Mar 2025 by Post

Is Christianity Making a Comeback? with Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle

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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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