MY STORY: A Spiritual & Intellectual Journey with John Lennox

From his humble beginnings in Northern Ireland to debating the world’s most prominent atheists on the global stage, Dr. John C. Lennox has spent a lifetime (more than sixty years!) showing how faith, science, and reason can stand together. In this exclusive interview recorded at St. Ebbe’s Church in Oxford, England, Frank and John discuss his new autobiography, ‘My Story: A Spiritual and Intellectual Autobiography‘, and reflect on the ideas, people and pivotal moments that shaped his remarkable life.

You’ll learn:

  • Why are we here and what is the purpose of life?
  • What makes Jesus and Christianity so unique compared to other religions?
  • How does John disarm hostility when talking with skeptics and non-Christians?
  • What happened during his debate with Richard Dawkins that moved many people closer to Chrisitanity?
  • Who told John that he needed to give up on God if he wanted a career in science and what was his response?
  • Why did John’s dad tell him to read Karl Marx’s, ‘Das Kapital’?
  • Why is human empathy so important when other people experience pain and suffering?
  • Why does John describe our fallen world as a combination of “bombs and beauty”?
  • Why might someone reject Christ even if they believe Christianity is true?
  • What analogy does John often use to demonstrate that God’s grace is given and not earned?
  • What is John’s advice to young Christians?

Be sure to tune-in next week to hear the extended cut of this conversation which includes even more fascinating stories and insights with no commercial breaks!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
My Story: A Spiritual and Intellectual Autobiography
Diary of a CEO featuring John Lennox
Veritas Forum Speaker Highlights: John Lennox
Why Are We Here? God, Life, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Western Philosophy Course with Dr. Norman Geisler

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Can We Declare Reality? Manifestation, Affirmation, & Christian Occultism with Phoenix Hayes

Today is the day! ‘The War on Reality‘ has officially been released, and Frank and Phoenix are celebrating by turning the spotlight on a question that might ruffle a few feathers: Can Christians fall into the same trap of trying to bend reality to fit what they want to believe?

From health, wealth, and prosperity theology, to manifestation and Christian occultism, they examine popular teachings that sound biblical, but fall apart once you put them back into context. You’ll learn:

  • What is the tragic story of Franz Reichelt and what does it teach us about the limits of our words and personal beliefs?
  • Does Proverbs 18:21 (and other related Bible verses) teach that our words have power?
  • What do exegesis and eisegesis have to do with spotting bad theology?
  • Why is it important to distinguish between psychological and spiritual definitions of manifestations?
  • What’s the difference between biblical prayer and trying to manipulate spiritual outcomes?
  • What is “Christian occultism,” and could some Christians be practicing it without realizing it?
  • How did Phoenix work her way out of Word of Faith and deliverance ministry theology?
  • What questions can you ask someone caught up in Word of Faith or New Thought beliefs?

‘The War on Reality‘ isn’t just about confronting bad ideas in the culture. Sometimes Christians need to take a hard look at the ideas circulating inside the Church, too. Don’t forget to grab your copy to explore even more topics related to these important cultural issues!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
The War on Reality by Frank Turek & Phoenix Hayes
Skillet’s John and Korey Cooper Break Their Silence About NAR & Church Abuse
Western Philosophy Course with Norman Giesler

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Is Everyone Oppressed Now? Why Satan Loves Marxism with Phoenix Hayes

We’re told men can have babies, math is racist, abortion is healthcare, castrating children is also healthcare, and disagreement somehow qualifies as hate speech. How did we get here, and what do these seemingly unrelated ideas all have in common?

Phoenix Hayes, co-author of ‘The War on Reality‘, joins Frank to unpack one of their favorite chapters from the book (available for immediate download as soon as you pre-order!), and trace the ideas shaping today’s cultural madness back to the man behind the ideology: Karl Marx. Together, they answer questions like:

  • Who was Karl Marx, and what was the darkness lurking behind his worldview?
  • Who was Adam Smith, and how does his view of economics compare to Karl Marx?
  • How did Marxism move from economics into race, gender, sexuality, and culture?
  • In cultural Marxism, who qualifies as an “oppressor” or “oppressed,” and who decides?
  • What do socialists fail to recognize about human nature?
  • Why is mere disagreement on an issue increasingly treated as hate speech?
  • Why does cultural Marxism often lead to violence?
  • How did Charlie Kirk become a causalty of the war on reality?
  • What shocking and disturbing claim did Tyler Robinson’s attorney make during the pre-trial hearing?
  • Why do Frank and Phoenix argue that cultural Marxism is ultimately satanic and anti-biblical?

If you’ve struggled to put your finger on what’s driving some of today’s most insane ideas, this is one conversation you’ll want to hear from start to finish. Be sure to pre-order your copy of ‘The War on Reality‘ to dig even deeper, and join Frank and Phoenix again for the next episode as they tackle another chapter from the book (one that some Christians may not like)!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
Read Erika Kirk’s Profound Foreword
Western Carolina University – Conspiracy Theories
The War on Reality – PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES!

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What America Forgot About George Washington with Eric Metaxas

George Washington is one of the most recognizable names in American history. But before the presidency, the monuments, and the dollar bill, he was a military leader carrying the weight of a revolution that could easily have failed.

This week, Eric Metaxas joins Frank to discuss his new book, ‘Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World‘, and why understanding Washington means understanding far more than battlefield strategy. Their conversation traces the faith, character, political philosophy, and providential moments that helped shape the American Revolution and the nation that followed. Frank and Eric tackle questions like:

  • Why is George Washington so central to the story of the American Revolution?
  • Why is Eric’s new book titled ‘Revolution’ and not ‘The American Revolution’?
  • Why does liberty need to be grounded in God and what Bible verse is on the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia?
  • What made Washington so deeply respected on and off the battlefield, and how did his character contribute to his success?
  • How did the concept of a covenant with God shape the early American colonies?
  • Why was Washington chosen over more experienced military figures like Horatio Gates and Charles Lee?
  • How did John Quincy Adams influence Abraham Lincoln?
  • How does the American Revolution compare to the French Revolution, and what warning does Speaker Mike Johnson have for America?
  • Why are some people trying to rewrite American history?
  • Why is it so hard to find Eric’s book in some secular bookstores, even though it’s a bestseller?

On our 250th anniversary, it’s time for America’s story to come to life for a new generation. Be sure to grab a copy of ‘Revolution‘ to dig deeper into the faith, courage, and character behind George Washington and the rest of our Founding Fathers.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
Revolution by Eric Metaxas
What No One Ever Told You About the American Revolution
EricMetaxas.com
Expedition to Reality
Western Philosophy Course
The War on Reality – PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE BONUSES!

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The Bible: A Book of “Stories” or Historical Accounts? with Dinesh D’Souza

For centuries, skeptics have argued that parts of the Bible are legend, exaggeration, or history written long after the fact. But what happens when archaeologists start finding the names, places, civilizations, and events recorded in Scripture–do those same skeptics ever change their minds?

This week, author, flimmaker, and scholar, Dinesh D’Souza, joins Frank to reveal what sparked his fascination with biblical archaeology and inspired his new book, ‘The Stones Cry Out‘. Together, they trace the archaeological evidence through the biblical timeline, from the world of Abraham and ancient Israel to King David, the New Testament, and discoveries involving people who once existed only on the pages of Scripture. During their conversation, Frank and Dinesh investigate questions like:

  • What first got Dinesh interested in biblical archaeology, and what’s so special about Jerusalem?
  • How is modern archaeology corroborating the Bible, and why are both pastors and archaeologists hesitant to talk about it?
  • Has archaeology ever uncovered anything that contradicts the Bible?
  • What are archaeological minimalists, and how did evidence for King David challenge their skeptical theories?
  • How is it even possible to examine the historicity of Abraham and events that happened 4000+ years ago?
  • How do Assyrian and Babylonian sources corroborate Scripture?
  • What’s so significant about the “Nomads of Yahweh” inscription, the Merneptah Stele, and the walls of Jericho?
  • What about the Quran and Buddhist scriptures: have those been verified by any archaeological discoveries?
  • Why is finding evidence of seemingly minor biblical characters so important?
  • If the Bible gets history right, how does that impact the way we evaluate its claims about miracles?

In the last segment, Frank and Dinesh turn their attention to Candace Owens:

  • Is there any evidence for what Candace is saying about the murder of Charlie Kirk?
  • Why is she persisting with such determination?
  • What is a very important question that no one seems to be asking?

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
The Stones Cry Out by Dinesh D’Souza
The War On Reality – PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES!
Expedition to Reality – ONLINE COURSE
Western Philosophy with Norman Geisler – ONLINE COURSE

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The #1 Thing That Will Prevent You From Being Deceived feat. the Women of Apologetics

How do you know you’re not being deceived? In today’s upside-down “follow your feelings” world it can be hard to distinguish the truth from a lie. So what’s the best way to prevent you and your loved ones from stumbling into dangerous false teachings?

Joining Frank from CIA 2026 in Charlotte, NC is the women’s all-star team of Christian apologetics–Hillary Morgan Ferrer (Mama Bear Apologetics), Alisa Childers, and Natasha Crain. Together they discuss some of the most popular false beliefs from culture that have made their way into the Church and why it seems that personality and popularity often trumps critical thinking skills.

You’ll learn:

  • How and why did Hillary blaze the trail for women in apologetics?
  • What is deconstruction and why is it so hard to define?
  • How has the question shifted from, “Is Christianity true” to “Is Christianity good”?
  • What popular (and false) belief among both Christians and non-Christians led to a lot of the problems we see in culture today?
  • What’s the driving force behind adult kids calling their parents “toxic” for their Christian beliefs?
  • Doesn’t God want us to be happy? Shouldn’t we be our authentic-selves?
  • What are the four main tenets of secularism?
  • How can humor sometimes make hard truths easier to swallow?
  • How did Jen Hatmaker slowly lead her loyal followers away from biblical Christianity?
  • Is it possible a person can be right about one thing but wrong about something else?
  • What’s the inherent problem with following personalities instead of the evidence?

Even if you didn’t learn logic and critical thinking skills in school, it’s never too late to start. Be sure to check out some of the helpful resources listed below!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
Train Your Brain – An Introduction to Logic
MamaBearApologetics
AlisaChilders.com
NatashaCrain.com
The Thinking Toolbox
Stealing From God

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17-Year-Old Tech Prodigy Explains What Every Christian Needs to Know About AI with Nathan & Natasha Crain

AI can write your emails, summarize a book, help with homework, and apparently become your girlfriend. Should Christians be excited, concerned, or maybe a little bit of both? Frank sits down with 17-year-old tech prodigy Nathan, his mom Natasha Crain, and Phoenix Hayes to discuss what AI can do, what it can’t do, and the worldview assumptions hiding beneath the technology that has taken over our lives seemingly overnight.

Together, they tackle questions like:

  • What sparked Nathan’s interest in technology in third grade, and what has he learned along the way?
  • What are some of the worldview and moral assumptions behind many of the different AI platforms?
  • Claude, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Grok, Dominion…what’s the difference, and what exactly is an LLM?
  • How should Christians use AI–if at all?
  • What are some crazy examples of AI not telling the truth but what the user wants to hear?
  • What are AI “hallucinations” and what problems are they causing out in the real-world?
  • What was GPT-4o, how did it affect people’s perception of reality, and why was it ultimately shut down?
  • How has AI negatively affected the world of education, creativity, and critical thinking for both children and adults?
  • How do we become better disciples in an AI world, especially when some young men are forming romantic “relationships” with AI?
  • How can Christians ultimately use AI for good?

If you’ve been struggling with the moral implications of AI and are looking for a rational and down-to-earth explanation of its strengths and weaknesses, this is the episode for you!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
Nitro Turtles
NatashaCrain.com
PhoenixHayes.com
The War on Reality – PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES!

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The #1 Most Dangerous Place to Live in America with Phoenix Hayes

What happens to a culture when “my choice” becomes its highest moral authority? This week, Phoenix Hayes, co-authorof ‘The War on Reality‘, joins Frank to unpack a recent change to Massachusetts’ abortion law and the bigger cultural shift that made it possible. From linguistic theft and Church silence to slavery, racial disparities, and the biblical case for life, Frank and Phoenix aren’t shying away from the BIG questions at the center of the abortion debate like:

  • What is linguistic theft, and how has it been weaponized in the abortion debate?
  • Why was a pro-abortion woman squirming under questioning from Rep. Brandon Gill? (MUST SEE clip!)
  • What beliefs and motivations helped drive Massachusetts toward increasingly permissive abortion laws?
  • Should extreme circumstances be used to justify legalizing late-term abortions?
  • Why have so many Christians and churches remained silent on abortion?
  • What are the five most dangerous places to live in America, and what do they reveal about the unborn?
  • Why does abortion disproportionately impact Black Americans?
  • Isn’t abortion just a women’s issue?
  • How should Christians (or any rational person) respond to some of the most popular arguments for abortion including size, viability, level of development, and others?
  • Is the Bible silent on the abortion issue?

The line didn’t move overnight. It moved one argument, one euphemism, and one cultural concession at a time. Frank and Phoenix reveal how we got here, why Christians can’t afford to stay silent, and how their new book, ‘The War on Reality‘, takes the fight for truth far beyond the abortion debate.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
The War on Reality (PREORDER NOW TO GET YOUR BONUSES!)
Governor Healy Signs Massachusetts Bill Allowing Abortion Up Until Birth
Congressman Brandon Gill Questions Abortion Advocate

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Addictions? Generational Curses? How to Break Free with Allen Parr & Bobby Conway

John 8:36 states, “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” So why can the same old sins, fears, habits, and wounds keep dragging us down? Frank joins fellow apologists Allen Parr and Bobby Conway from CIA 2026 in Charlotte, NC for a candid conversation about the battles Christians don’t always like to admit they’re fighting. Drawing from their own struggles and Allen’s new book, Breaking Through, they unpack what sanctification looks like when getting saved happens in a moment, but becoming more like Christ takes a lifetime. They’ll tackle questions like:

  • If Christ sets you free, why can you still feel trapped by the same sins and bad habits?
  • What are “soul chains,” and how can you tell if one has a grip on your life?
  • How does God change us, and what role do we play in the sanctification process?
  • Can Christians really be under generational curses, or is something else going on?
  • Why are accountability and guardrails so important without turning the Christian life into legalism?
  • What can Billy Graham teach us about avoiding temptation before the battle even starts?
  • What are the three major traps that can derail your life, and how do you recognize them before it’s too late?
  • What’s the problem with “quick fixes” and how can they stunt your spiritual growth?

If you’re ready to renew your mind, rewire destructive habits, and pursue holiness without confusing it with legalism, this conversation will help. And once you’re ready to take the next step, be sure to check out some of the helpful resources listed below!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
Breaking Through: How Ordinary Believers Experience Extraordinary Freedom by Allen Parr
AllenParr.com
Christianity Still Makes Sense – Bobby’s website
The Beat – Allan Parr on YouTube
Christianity Still Makes Sense – Bobby Conway on YouTube
The War on Reality (PREORDER NOW TO GET YOUR BONUSES!)

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“Hearing” the Voice of God – Is It Biblical? with Greg Koukl

Does the Bible teach that Christians are to listen for God’s voice to guide their decisions? For many people, such an intimacy is central to a personal relationship with God, and the core of a true Christian life. But is it biblical? Greg Koukl, Founder and President of Stand to Reason, joins the program to discuss the popular idea of “hearing from God” and what to do if you feel stuck in the mud because God’s hints and whispers are not as loud as you expected. Using Scripture as his guide, Greg explains:

  • Does the Bible teach God is “trying” to speak to each one of us?
  • Can His efforts be thwarted by inattention, excessive activity, or sin, as some suggest?
  • What does Scripture mean when it says Christians are “led by the Spirit”?
  • Is silence from God a cause for concern?
  • Is “hearing from God” a skill that can be taught or learned as Eli taught young Samuel?
  • What is the proper context of John 10 when Jesus says, “My sheep hear my voice”?
  • Does the Bible give us reason to expect the same interaction with God as Moses, Samuel, and Paul had with Him?
  • What is the traditional view of Christian decision-making and how does it compare to the wisdom view?
  • What is the most common way for God to communicate with us today?

WARNING: This episode may ruffle a few feathers, but at the same time, it can be a source of great comfort. God’s desire is not about the specifics of where we go or what we do; it is about who we are and the person we are becoming. For more information on this topic, be sure to check out some of the helpful resources listed below!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined
Stand to Reason
Decision Making and the Will of God by Garry Friesen & Robin Maxson
Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung
Does God Whisper? Part 1
Does God Whisper? Part 2
Does God Whisper? Part 3
The War on Reality (PREORDER NOW TO GET YOUR BONUSES!)

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