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Are We in the End Times? Plus More Q&A

 

Are we the generation to witness the triumphant return of Jesus? After all, aren’t we seeing all the signs being fulfilled on the news right now? In this midweek episode, Frank unpacks end times views, challenges popular assumptions about prophecy, and answers tough listener questions related to feminism and the importance of the epistles in teaching us how to live the Christian life. Tune in as he tackles questions such as:

  • Is watching the news the best way to set your prophetic clock?
  • What was Jesus talking about in Matthew 24 during the Olivet Discourse?
  • Has the Church replaced Israel and what does it mean to “bless Israel”?
  • Should Christians support everything that Israel does?
  • How can we trust the New Testament if Jesus didn’t write it and why are the epistles just as important as the gospels?
  • Where does modern feminism go wrong according to the Bible?
  • Who are the most unhappy people in the world today according to recent statistics?

You’ll also learn why Frank thinks the best advice is to “always be ready” and stay tuned for even more mind-blowing insights about the Book of Revelation coming up on the next two episodes of, ‘I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist!’

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

9 Discoveries That Support the Biblical Exodus in Egypt
Ryan Burge on X

 

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The Election Results and The Israel Dilemma with Timothy Mahoney

What could the election of the nation of Israel and the 2024 U.S. presidential election possibly have in common? This week, we’re diving into both! Join Frank as he talks with investigative filmmaker, Tim Mahoney, about his new film, ‘The Israel Dilemma‘, premiering in theaters next week. As they discuss the film, you’ll discover why Tim’s latest work is an apologetics gold mine, unveiling some of the most compelling archaeological evidence for events documented in the Old Testament. Together, Frank and Tim explore questions like:

  • How do we know that God’s promises to Israel actually came true?
  • What’s the inspiration behind the film, and who are some of the BIG names that Tim was able to interview in the film?
  • Is there a way to verify Old Testament prophecy?
  • Why did the Tel Dan stele discovery shake up the archaeological world and critics of the Bible?
  • What evidence is there inside and outside Israel that the kingdom was destroyed?
  • Why do some of the criticisms against Bible prophecy fall flat?
  • Are there still biblical prophecies that need to be fulfilled?

This new film is only in theaters next week (Nov. 13, 14 and 17) so grab your tickets EARLY to see this excellent new film and invite your church small group! Then, stick around for the second half of the episode as Frank reflects on the election’s implications for Christians, with insights from our friend and fellow Unshaken speaker, Natasha Crain.

  • How should we conduct ourselves with those who are upset with the results?
  • What if they claim to be Christians?
  • Why are some “Progressive” Christians puzzled by evangelical support for Trump?
  • Is character the main deciding factor when voting for someone?
  • Is choosing to follow Christ the ONLY important decision we need to make as Christians?

Don’t miss this episode of ‘I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist’ to find out!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Get Your Tickets for ‘The Israel Dilemma’!
Kamala Harris’s Top Priority – Killing Unborn Babies
Natasha Crain on Christians Voting for Trump
Is It Wrong to Call Out Shepherds?
Josh Howerton’s Advice for Christians After the Election

 

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Q&A About Roman Catholicism, Bible Translations, Trump, Biden, and Transgenderism

You’ve got questions, and for this midweek podcast, we’ve got answers! Tune in as Frank dives into your listener questions on Roman Catholicism, Bible Translations, the impact of “gender-affirming care” on transgender patients, and the presidential debate and related issues. During the episode, Frank will address questions like:

  • Why did he leave the Roman Catholic Church?
  • Which Bible translation is the “best” and which translations should be avoided at all costs?
  • Are most people who obtain “gender-affirming care” satisfied with the outcome in the long term?
  • Where can we go to get accurate stats on the transgender issue?
  • What are we to make of the recent presidential debate, the lies that were told, and the media coverup of President Biden’s condition?
  • In what areas have both political parties majorly dropped the ball?
  • What should you do if you don’t like either candidate for President?

Frank will also discuss a thought-provoking Facebook post by Dr. Robert Gagnon, highlighting major issues with the Biden Administration and contrasting Republican and Democratic platforms. Be sure to listen in as Frank tackles your latest questions with rapid-fire responses and stay tuned for another Q&A episode coming next week, where he’ll address more of your questions on Romans 9 and free will.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Book –  Roman Catholics and Evangelicals: Agreements and Differences
Self-Paced Online Course – How to Interpret Your Bible
Laura Bryant Hanford – Transgenderism Resources PDF
Robert Gagnon – Biden Speaks the Truth? Facebook Post

 

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Should Christians Support Israel? | with Dr. Jeff Myers

Does the Bible promise prosperity to those who bless and support Israel? In the wake of the October 7th attacks on Israel by the Hamas terrorist group, antisemitism in the West is shockingly at an all-time high. What’s driving this sudden surge in antisemitism, and what can we glean from the Old Testament scriptures in relation to God’s covenant with Abraham and how it applies to the modern state of Israel today?

This week on the podcast, Dr. Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries, joins Frank to discuss his latest book, ‘Should Christians Support Israel?: Seeking a Biblical Worldview in an Impossible Situation.’ Tune in as Jeff breaks down the basics of the Israel-Palestine conflict, sharing insights from his recent trip to Israel. He’ll reveal the inspiration behind the book, what he observed in Israel, how locals are responding to the attacks, and what mainstream media isn’t telling us. During their conversation, Frank and Jeff will answer questions like:

  • Are Christians commanded to support Israel, no matter what?
  • What are the characteristics of genocide and is Israel guilty of committing these acts?
  • Has the Church replaced Israel?
  • Why is Gen-Z the most antisemitic generation?
  • What explains the widespread hatred towards Israel?
  • Is Hamas worse than the Nazis and are they an ongoing threat to Israel?

Listen as Frank and Jeff unpack the root cause of what’s driving unrest in the Gaza Strip and America, exploring signs of hope for Israel’s future despite ongoing opposition. They’ll also talk about the principles of just war and whether Israel’s military response to the horrific Hamas attack was justified. Make sure to grab your FREE copy of Jeff’s book to learn more about the plight of Israel and why Christians should support their right to a peaceful existence.

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Tackling the Top 5 Objections Young People Have to Christianity | with Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle – Part 2

How can Christians defend the faith in light of today’s most common objections from young atheists and agnostics? America’s “best and brightest” have a bone to pick with God and the Christian worldview, which means evangelizing this demographic is of the utmost importance. But how can Christians effectively reach young people when factors like the problem of evil and the reality of suffering prohibit them from wanting to embrace theism?

Back by popular demand, Cliffe and Stewart Knechtle of the popular YouTube channel, Give Me An Answer, return to share more insights on how they tackle today’s toughest philosophical questions from college and university students. Does the truth of Christianity depend on how good (or bad) Christians live out their faith? Why is free will a necessary component of a moral universe? Is there biblical precedence for open-air evangelism? What effect has moral relativism had on the minds of high school students? All this and more will be discussed in Part 2 of this lighthearted but highly informative midweek podcast episode!

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Ask Cliffe YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@askcliffe

Give Me An Answer (website)

Grace Community Church in New Canaan, CT

 

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Tackling the Top 5 Objections Young People Have to Christianity | with Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle

Do young people today reject theism and Christianity for the same reasons as past generations? If you ask the average American college student why they doubt Christianity or God’s existence, you’re sure to get a range of responses. But are their objections grounded in evidence, reason, and rationality? Or are they allowing their emotions and desires to guide their unbelief?

Evangelizing college students is no easy task, but today’s guests have mastered the art of dialoguing with young people who have major questions when it comes to faith, morality, and identity. This week, Frank sits down with the humble father/son duo, Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle of the popular YouTube channel, Give Me an Answer. During the episode, Frank, Cliffe, and Stuart will answer questions like:

  • What are some of the top objections they get to Christianity and how do they respond?
  • Why and how did Cliffe and Stuart start doing open-air apologetics on college campuses?
  • How does atheism contradict the Black Lives Matter movement?
  • Should depressed teens have the right to commit suicide?
  • Should Christian parents send their kids to secular colleges and universities?
  • What are some of the CRAZY (and sometimes frightening) ways that students have responded to their ministry?

As you’ll hear throughout this conversation, Cliffe and Stuart take a head, heart, and hands approach when they evangelize on college campuses. This podcast episode is all about showcasing how to present both the love and the truth of Christ without (purposely) offending a potentially hostile audience. We know you’re going to appreciate what Cliffe and Stuart have to say, so be sure to subscribe to their YouTube channel and stay tuned for the upcoming midweek podcast episode where Frank will wrap up the conversation with Cliffe and Stuart on how to effectively engage young people through Christian apologetics.

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Ask Cliffe YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@askcliffe

Give Me An Answer (website)

Grace Community Church in New Canaan, CT

 

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The History of Modern-Day Israel with Bill Federer – Part 2

What are the historical and ideological factors that have shaped the modern state of Israel and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict? Religion, corruption, and even money laundering cannot be overlooked when having a nuanced discussion on what has happened and is happening in that region. But with the complexity of this ongoing war of ideologies and power grabs, where does the true solution lie?

During last week’s podcast, Frank and our guest, best-selling author and historian Bill Federer, walked us through some of ancient Israel’s history as documented through archaeology and in the Old Testament. This week, Bill briefly revisits the miraculous re-founding of Israel in 1948 and then gets into the weeds of many of the challenges that the Jews have faced in light of re-establishing their nation and protecting it from Islamic regimes that are dedicated to destroying Israel for good. Listen as Frank and Bill answer questions like:

  • How did a population of only 600,000 Jews manage to defeat an army of five different countries the day after the modern state of Israel was founded?
  • Why did the Palestinians vacate the land once it was reclaimed by Israel?
  • What role does critical theory play in the history of the modern rise of Islamic governments?
  • What’s the ideology of Wahhabism and jihad?
  • How did US government officials like Franklin D. Roosevelt, President Biden, Hilary Clinton, and others contribute to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
  • What led the son of Hamas’ founder to turn away from Islam and convert to Christianity?
  • How is Jesus the ultimate solution to this never-ending war?

As Bill ties up some of the loose ends from the prior podcast episode, he’ll take us even deeper into the centuries-long hostility between Arab nations, Muslim fundamentalists, and Israel. Part 2 of this series is sure to leave you with a better understanding of the significance of the October 7th Hamas attack, decades-old oil transactions, critical theory, and how they’re all linked to a long chain of antisemitic uprisings from past and present history. And just in case you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and check out the previous episode that aired on 1/5 so that you’re fully in the loop!

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Previous podcast (Part 1): The History of Modern-Day Israel with Bill Federer – Part 1

Bill’s book: What Every American Needs to Know about the Qur’an: A History of Islam & the United States

 

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The History of Modern-Day Israel with Bill Federer – Part 1

How did Israel get to where it is today? Do Israeli’s have a rightful claim to the land, or does it actually belong to the Palestinians? And is the conflict REALLY about land after all? We can learn a lot about the history of ancient Israel by reading the Bible and studying archaeology, but what else should concerned citizens know about modern-day Israel and the rise of antisemitism since that time?

As promised, we’re using the first podcast episode of 2024 to explore the history of modern-day Israel. Just a few weeks ago, nationally known speaker, best-selling author, and historian Bill Federer (founder of The American Minute) joined us to breakdown the TRUE history of Christmas. But this week he’s back to discuss modern Israel’s extensive origin story with Frank. During the show, Frank and Bill will answer questions like:

  • How did the state of modern Israel begin?
  • What archaeological finds corroborate Israel’s long substantiated claim to the land?
  • Was there a state of Palestine before 1948?
  • How has the discovery of oil fueled the rise of antisemitism?
  • Why is every land for peace deal rejected? And is this dispute really about land?

Believe it or not, Frank and Bill only begin the discussion in this podcast episode, so be sure to check out the upcoming midweek podcast episode this Tuesday to look even further into Israel and Palestine’s past, present, and ongoing conflict. There’s so much left to unpack and you have to stay tuned for the conclusion of this historical break down from a true expert! In the meantime, remember to sign up for Bill’s email list so that you can continue to receive history nuggets like this every week!

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Bill’s book: What Every American Needs to Know about the Qur’an: A History of Islam & the United States

 

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What Can Americans Learn From the Hamas Attack? Victor Marx LIVE from Israel

We all witnessed the footage and truly disturbing reports following the 10/7 Hamas attack on Israel, but just how bad was it? With a death toll of 1400+ and hostages who are still in captivity, the devastation caused at the hands of the “religion of peace” can’t be understated. What’s happening in Israel today and what can the Church and Americans do to help?

It’s a brand-new year and we’re kicking it off by getting an eyewitness account of what’s really been going on in Israel since it was invaded by the Hamas terrorist group. For this midweek podcast episode, our friend, president of All Things Possible Ministries, and former member of the military, Victor Marx, joins Frank LIVE from Israel to talk about what he’s seen in the aftermath of the recent attacks. How are Victor and his team helping to heal trauma among Israeli citizens? Should Americans be worried about possible attacks in the U.S.? How can we pray for Israel and America? All these questions and more will be addressed in this informative but difficult discussion.

Please be forewarned, this conversation may be tough for some to hear and may not be age appropriate for a younger audience. That being said, we feel it’s a much needed subject to tackle in light of these current events and pray that this episode provides encouragement and awareness for our listeners.

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DONATE to Victor’s work in Israel: https://victormarx.com/israel/

 

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Hamas vs. Israel: It is NOT About Land

Was Hamas most recent barbaric treatment of the Israelis just the result of an age-old land dispute? That’s exactly what radical leftist groups like Black Lives Matter want you to believe, but they couldn’t be more wrong! What if this horrific massacre against innocent civilians by Hamas is giving us a glimpse into the true heart of Islam and the overall worldview of the Middle East?

In this midweek podcast episode, Frank confronts many of the myths being spread about the Israeli/Palestinian war(s) with a little help from Ben Shapiro’s most recent responses on YouTube. If the war isn’t actually about a land grab, then what’s REALLY behind such relentless Muslim aggression towards the people of Israel? Frank will address this issue and also touch on questions like:

  • What are 4 FALSE claims being made about the land in Israel?
  • How do we know this is NOT about land? (See the Qur’an, Islamic history and the Hamas charter!)
  • Did Jesus affirm the death penalty?
  • How did Christianity impact the rules of war in modern society?
  • Why shouldn’t we refer to members of Hamas as “animals”?

The Jews love life, while Hamas boasts in their love for death. Many of us don’t want to believe that people are so barbaric that they will brutally murder babies in their cribs and torture defenseless civilians. We don’t want to believe that this isn’t just a land squabble. As you’ll find out in this podcast episode, this so-called land squabble and “fight for freedom” is nothing more than a form of propaganda being used to incite worldwide antisemitism. As the details continue to unfold, remember to pray for peace in Israel and for the salvation of everyone, including those who want to see Israel’s demise.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Ben Shapiro’s video: https://bit.ly/46SWkGd

Palestinian Authority article: https://palwatch.org/page/34650

 

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