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

 

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 nature?
  • What was it about the Bible that inspired Larry to read through it with a critical lens and what passages intrigued him the most?
  • How did reading the Bible in 90-days change his perspective?
  • What do skeptics and apologists often overlook in the evidence for God?
  • Why is changing someone’s worldview so difficult and what’s the best approach to do so?

In this episode you’ll hear about Larry’s exciting new project and how his love for philosophy, a hunger for truth, and disillusionment with shallow arguments led him to reconsider the Christian worldview. From confronting evil in the world to exploring the design behind creation, Larry’s journey is both intellectual and deeply personal. If you’re curious about faith, philosophy, or how one of the internet’s pioneers found truth in Scripture, be sure to read Larry’s testimony on his website using the link below!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Larry’s Website – LarrySanger.org
Larry’s Testimony – How a Skeptical Philosopher Becomes a Christian

 

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Why is Christianity So Exclusive? Plus More Q&A

 

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 difference between justice and grace?
  • Why is the nature of truth inherently exclusive?

Later in the episode, Frank responds to a question from someone who attends a church that’s splitting over the issue of homosexuality. How should Christians engage with others in the congregation who don’t believe same-sex relationships are wrong? And more importantly, what kind of “church” doesn’t follow the teachings of Jesus? He’ll also dive into the topic of baptism—what Scripture says about its purpose, and whether it’s required for salvation. All this and more will be discussed in this special Q&A edition of ‘I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be An Atheist’!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

BOOK: Stealing From God – https://bit.ly/41hLt91
BOOK: Street Smarts – https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310139139
BOOK: Tactics – https://bit.ly/3DgZ1bm
PODCAST: What Could Be Wrong About Love? – https://youtu.be/MettT5ToozM
Take a trip to Jordan, Israel, & Egypt with Frank! – https://bit.ly/4iUCUHi

 

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

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 Christianity is true?
  • Is Christianity intellectually defensible in a secular age?
  • What are the strongest arguments for (and against) the existence of God?
  • Why are some leading atheists reconsidering their skepticism?
  • Has science truly made belief in God obsolete?
  • How can Christians engage skeptics without losing their own faith?
  • What advice does Justin have for people who may be “deconstructing” their faith?

Be among the first to read Justin’s new book and preorder ‘Why I’m Still a Christian‘ before its official release on 4/22! This book is the culmination of Justin’s years of dialogue with atheists, investigating the most compelling evidence that keeps him firmly rooted in Christ. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion, and be sure to secure your copy to support Justin’s important work in Christian apologetics!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

How a Dice Can Show That God Exists – https://youtu.be/yy6kaDaeDT8

Pre-Order Justin’s new book – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496466934

Justn’s podcast – The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God

 

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Are the Gospels Hopelessly Contradictory? with J. Warner Wallace

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 textual differences?
  • What surprised Jim the most the first time he read the Gospels as an atheist?
  • Why do detectives separate eyewitnesses?
  • When doing detective work, why does Jim prefer it when the stories are “messy”?
  • Does the evidence always determine the verdict? In other words, why do Jim and Bart come to different conclusions when it comes to the Resurrection of Jesus?
  • Why is bias against the supernatural a double-standard for materialist atheists?
  • What’s the best way to test an eyewitness?
  • If the Gospels are contradictory and can’t be trusted, why do critics like Erhman conclude that much of the New Testament is true and that the disciples really believed they saw the resurrected Jesus?
  • How are atheists disagreeing with themselves and agreeing with Christians when it comes to alternative explanations for the resurrection?

And so much more! If you normally listen to podcasts on 2x speed you may need to slow it down for this one and take some notes!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

BOOK: Cold-Case Christianity
GRAPHIC NOVEL: Case Files: Murder & Meaning (don’t forget to grab your pre-order bonuses!)

 

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

 

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 officers become cynical, and what does that reveal about human nature?
  • How did their experience in law enforcement help Jim and Jimmy to write this story?
  • What makes ‘Case Files’ different from other apologetics books?
  • How can storytelling help people wrestle with questions about morality and justice?
  • What are some of the biggest misconceptions that the public has about police and detective work?
  • How did the George Floyd and BLM riots radically shift the police world?
  • What are some of the common internal and psychological struggles of police officers?
  • How did Jim overcome his season of identity crisis once he retired?

Be sure to pre-order your copy of ‘Case Files: Murder and Meaning‘ and then head to Jim’s website to grab some exclusive bonus resources! If you know anyone who loves crime stories, comics, or big questions about life, this book might just be the tool that sparks some amazing faith conversations!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Jim’s website: ColdCaseChristianity.com

J. Warner Wallace & Jimmy’s New Book: CaseFilesGraphicNovel.com

The Truth in True Crime: https://a.co/d/0fE9crT

Cold-Case Christianity: https://a.co/d/dABS4uA

Person of Interest: https://a.co/d/69NoUEw

 

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

 

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 unconstitutional?
  • Why is it so difficult to impeach judges, and do we really have only three branches of government?
  • What do a lot of people get wrong about Islam?

Frank also tackles some listener questions about who will be resurrected (is it only Christians?) and whether an old-earth contradicts biblical genealogies. Plus, he’ll reveal details about his numerous speaking events coming up this spring—so listen closely to see if he’s coming to a city near you!

Is there a guest or topic you’d love to hear discussed on a future podcast? We’d love to hear your feedback and suggestions! You can take our 5-minute podcast survey HERE.

Resources mentioned during the episode:

BOOK: The ScrewTape Letters by C.S. Lewis
ARTICLE: The Babylon Bee – Federal Judge Appoints Himself President
BOOK: Seven Days that Divide the World by John Lennox
ARTICLE: The Case for Old-Earth Creationism (Genealogy Info)
BOOK: Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem

 

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How to Raise Brave Kids to Have Bold Faith with Kirk Cameron

 

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 Kirk randomly become a Hollywood actor at the age of 10 and then make the transition from atheism to Christianity?
  • Why did Kirk need bodyguards and bulletproof vests when reading wholesome books at public libraries?
  • What excuse do many Christians use to avoid engaging in culture battles instead of creating solutions to make things better?
  • What does Kirk mean when he says there’s two groups of people in the world–reporters and reformers?
  • What makes ‘Iggy & Mr. Kirk’ different from every other television program made for kids?
  • What Brave Book titles do Frank’s grandchildren ask him to read to them over and over again?

Brave Books offers entertainment the whole family can enjoy while sparking meaningful faith conversations with kids who need biblical discipleship. If you want to be one of the first to get a sneak peek of ‘Iggy & Mr. Kirk‘ and find out how your family can watch this brand-new series, along with more than 50 parent-approved shows that teach Christian values, don’t miss this fun and family-friendly episode of ‘I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist!’

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Kirk’s website: KirkCameron.com

Kirk’s book: Born to Be Brave

Learn More About ‘Iggy and Mr. Kirk‘

Brave Books

Brave+ Streaming Entertainment for Kids

Takeaways Podcast

American Campfire Revival

 

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Is Christianity Making a Comeback? with Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle

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 and objections to Christianity that Cliffe and Stuart encounter, and how do they respond?
  • Why should we care about sin?
  • How should Christians address the topic of homosexuality and other cultural issues with grace and truth?
  • How did the Knechtles end up on popular shows with Logan Paul, Alex O’Connor, and George Janko?
  • How important is it to have an eternal perspective on life, and why is God’s judgment actually good news?

Cliffe and Stuart’s commitment to open-air preaching has led to incredible ministry growth—but not without its challenges! Find out what’s happening on the frontlines, where they’ll be traveling next, how you can be praying for them, and simple ways you can support their mission!

Is there a guest or topic you’d love to hear discussed on a future podcast? We’d love to hear your feedback and suggestions! You can take our 5-minute podcast survey HERE.

Connect with Cliffe and Stuart in-person or online using the links below!

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@givemeananswer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stuart_knechtle
Website: https://givemeananswer.org/
Grace Community Church: https://www.gracecommunity.info/

 

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Did the Apostles REALLY Die as Martyrs? with Dr. Sean McDowell

 

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 the Apostles’ the topic of his doctoral dissertation?
  • What updates has Sean made to the second edition of his book?
  • Was Peter crucified upside-down and how did this tradition get started?
  • Which apostles does Sean believe have the highest (and lowest) probabilities of being martyred?
  • Is there evidence that any of the apostles recanted their testimony?
  • Is John the only apostle who died from natural causes?
  • If we say martyrdom proves Christianity is true, what about the martyrs of other religions?
  • Is there good reason to believe that Joseph Smith died as a martyr for Mormonism?

Forget ‘Foxe’s Book of Martyrs’—’The Fate of the Apostles‘ is today’s go-to comprehensive resource for studying the martyrdom accounts of the apostles! Tune in as Sean clears up some common misconceptions and shares insights from leading New Testament scholars who both agree and disagree with his findings on this fascinating episode of ‘I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist!’

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Sean’s website: SeanMcDowell.org

Sean’s book: The Fate of the Apostles

 

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3 BIG Reasons Why God May Choose to Hide Himself

 

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 divine hiddenness?
  • Why didn’t Jesus parade Himself around publicly post-resurrection so that everyone could see Him?
  • How did so many Pharisee priests come to believe in Jesus?
  • Were the angels ever exposed to the full presence of God?

If you—or someone you know—wrestles with the hiddenness of God, this episode will help you see how His presence can still be known. Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion on one of the most challenging questions from skeptics!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Don’t forget to take our podcast survey HERE!
The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis

 

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