Apologetics315 Interviews

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss some of the popular buzzwords you might hear that come from the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). A helpful episode for knowing what the signs are that your church might be influenced by NAR teachings, as well as helpful questions to ask.================================Helpful links:BOOKS:A New Apostolic Reformation?: A Biblical Response to a Worldwide Movement - https://a315.co/3WXlL4nGod's Super-Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement - https://a315.co/3GzHZErCounterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church - https://a315.co/3Gc1dybOUR PAST NAR PODCASTS:Brian’s experience in an NAR church first hand, you can check out episode 063 of the podcast. - https://a315.co/NAR-Experiences Also check out our first interview with Holly and Doug about the New Apostolic Reformation - that’s episode 066. - https://a315.co/3EisONm Episode 096 with Holly Pivec and Doug Geivett on their latest b

Please make an end-of-year donation to Ap315!https://apologetics315.com/donate/In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Clay Jones on the topic “Why Does God Allow Evil?”1:53 - What is the best Christmas movie? 3:43 - Intro about Clay Jones4:56 - Interview begins5:03 - Clay’s history reteaching and teaching the subject7:55 - How do we define evil?9:00 - Evil is not a “thing”10:30 - Is the curse of the ground a punishment or a limitation?12:15 - God using things to teach people13:28 - Which God are we defending?15:53 - Getting too philosophical when defending the faith?17:22 - Why is evil man’s problem (not God’s)?22:18 - Genocide is something that people do24:13 - Who does God allow humans?28:09 - God is not done with the story yet, judgment and learning lessons31:32 - How having an eternal perspective will illuminate the issue35:00 - What about natural evils in the world?41:15 - Why would God instruct Israel to slaughter the Canaanites?38:12 - What about those carrying out the punishments?51:58

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Paul Copan on the themes in his latest book: Is God a Vindictive Bully? Reconciling Portrayals of God in the Old and New Testaments. https://a315.co/3FgJs1r0:44 - Intro, and Chad’s atheist role-play5:33 - Intro to Paul Copan11:30 - How important is it to read Old Testament texts with discernment?15:30 - Why continue writing about the topic of “the God of the OT”?22:54 - Paul lays out the landscape of views from “critics within”30:33 - What is the proper role of our own moral intuitions when looking at challenging things in the Old Testament?38:48 - Should we “unhitch” the Old Testament from the New?44:35 - How do we read and handle imprecatory Psalms in scripture?50:14 - What would you say to someone who has walked away from the faith because they cannot accept Old Testament portrayals of God?====================================*Helpful links:*Paul Copan’s Website: www.paulcopan.comBOOKS:Is God a Moral Monster? - https://a315.co/3FhmVlnDid God Really Comma

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross speak with Doug Geivett and Holly Pivec about the “New Apostolic Reformation” (NAR) movement, as well as the specific teachings coming out of the movement.We cover some of the content they lay out in their newest book: Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Churchhttps://a315.co/3TNAzk21:04 - Intro to our guests1:40 - discussing the book Counterfeit Kingdom6:23 - About our guests8:10 - How is this book different than the previous on the NAR?9:17 - Why are Doug and Holly interested in NAR teachings?11:35 - Are you just against the move of God?14:24 - Why so much focus on Bethel Church in Redding, CA?15:30 - What attracts otherwise reasonable people to the NAR movement?19:50 - Jesus’s overlooked warning; how to spot false prophets?22:25 - Are there tests within the movement for prophets?27:04 - What is spiritual abuse, and are NAR teaching leading to abuse?30:00 - Petitionary prayer vs. “declaration” prayer32:30

In this podcast, Brian Auten interviews Chad Gross, the co-host of the Apologetics315 Podcast, as well as the author at Truthbomb Apologetics. http://truthbomb.apologetics.com1:44 - Book review: Counterfeit Kingdom by Doug Geivett & Holly Pivechttps://a315.co/3TNAzk26:40 - The Passion Translation9:30 - Chad’s background10:25 - What did Chad believe about God?12:26 - How did Chad come to belief in Christ?20:12 - How did Chad get into apologetics?26:00 - Chad’s areas of strength/interests30:30 - Areas of struggle in apologetics35:00 - Advice for speaking with others about Christianity38:46 - Helpful tools for discipling our kids42:00 - What should apologists do better?46:35 - How to do better with online conversations51:10 - What Chad’s learned from teaching53:20 - Top Three apologetics “sensei’s”*Helpful links:*Doug Geivett & Holly Pivec debate Michael Brown on the New Apostolic Reformation: https://a315.co/3X4hpJLInterview with Doug Geivett & Holly Pivec on the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR): ht

In this podcast, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Travis Dickinson about his recent book: Wandering Toward God: Finding Faith amid Doubts and Big Questions.With the code 315POD listeners can get 30 percent off the ebook, along with a hard copy of Savoring Scripture (plus free shipping) at https://ivpress.com The code is good from 11/14-11/28This is a great book, which explains what doubt is (and what it is not), how to approach and “lean into” our doubts while hanging on to our faith, and seeking rational confidence.We discuss what doubt is, the difference between faith and unbelief, and how we can press into God amid doubts. Also, what what steps can someone take when they are experiencing a crisis of doubt?*Helpful links:*Wandering Toward God book:https://a315.co/3Us5ofbTravis Dickinson website:www.travisdickinson.comWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologeti

In this podcast, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Eric Johnson of the Mormon Research Ministry on the topic of Mormonism, what they believe, and how to engage with them. We also discuss the themes in Eric’s book: Introducing Christianity to Mormons.*We talk about:* Morality, The Lord of the Rings, and Awkward Jokes w/ Dr Peter Kreefthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIIiVz_t5VAIs God a Vindictive Bully?https://a315.co/3FPSgfA*Helpful links:*Mormonism Research Ministryhttps://www.mrm.org/Introducing Christianity to Mormons (book)https://a315.co/3T7TWnOEric Johnson (about)https://www.mrm.org/eric-johnsonViewpoint on Mormonism (Radio Show and Podcast)https://a315.co/3hddGZNThe Next Mormons: How Millennials Are Changing the LDS Church by Jana Riess - https://a315.co/3UoUK8GLatter-day Saints: Would you be willing to take the Romans Challenge?https://a315.co/3t59wWKJim Wallace Podcast with Eric Johnson - How Can I Introduce My Mormon Friends To Christianity? (Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast S8E22)IntroducingChr

This is a Deep Dive into the book: A Rebel’s Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today’s World by Sean McDowell.This is Part 5 of the Deep Dive: “Ethics and Cultural Engagement”0:48 - Colby Martin & Sean McDowell dialogue reflections10:26 - Mailbag question16:13 - Book recommendation20:37 - Ch20 - The Environment22:45 - Poverty24:00 - Guns and Violence26:17 - Immigration 29:37 - Artificial Intelligence30:23 - Cultural Engagement Section30:37 - Ch25 - How Will I Know God’s Will?51:30 - Ch26 - A Guide for ConversationsHelpful links:Progressive Christianity (Sean McDowell and Colby Martin)https://a315.co/3DxdvBfLive Action, Snopes, Planned Parenthood's "Prenatal Care"https://a315.co/3gMlkKhKarl Payne Podcasts (spiritual warfare)Part 1 - https://a315.co/3Nhc6lKPart 2 - https://a315.co/3f7aDSePlaying with Fire by Billy Hallowell https://a315.co/3SFFumwFound: God's Will by John MacArthurhttps://a315.co/3Sz2aoEFailure - What is the Meaning of Failure for the Christian? (William La

This is a Deep Dive into the book: A Rebel’s Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today’s World by Sean McDowell.This is Part 4 of the Deep Dive: “Sexuality”0:35 - Rings of Power Finale comments3:14 - Lee Strobe’s “A Case for Heaven” book comments5:30 - J.P. Moreland’s “Scientism and Secularism” comments6:15 - back to the Deep Dive…6:40 - Topics covered this week7:43 - Sex9:45 - “The orders were for your protection…”12:30 - What if everyone followed Jesus’ sexual ethic?14:10 - Comments on the purity movement and motivations17:45 - Homosexuality30:05 - Transgender ideology32:45 - Pornography40:38 - Abortion44:06 - Final commentsHelpful links:What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality? Sean McDowell and Matthew Vines in Conversationhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFY4VtCWgyIRay Comfort Vs Matt Dillahunty | Does God Exist? DEBATEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRCbvfyiu0sScientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J.P. Moreland - https://a315.co/3D2B6I

This is a Deep Dive into the book: A Rebel’s Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today’s World by Sean McDowell.This is Part 3 of the Deep Dive: “Relationships”0:41 - More Rings of Power spoilers5:22 - Books in the Mail7:19 - Chapter 10: Loneliness14:36 - Chapter 11: Bullying21:10 - Chapter 12: Suicide31:53 - Chapter 13: Assisted Suicide38:50 - Chapter 14: Racial TensionHelpful links:A Rebel’s Manifesto Book:https://a315.co/RebelSean’s McDowell’s Website:www.seanmcdowell.orgWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

This is a Deep Dive into the book: A Rebel’s Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today’s World by Sean McDowell.This is Part 2 of the Deep Dive: “Culture”0:26 - Intro and where have we been?1:20 - Rings of Power talk6:00 - The New Robocop7:14 - Rocky8:52 - Back to the book: the Rebel’s Manifesto… Deep Dive11:43 - Chapter 6: Smart phones and social media25:00 - Chapter 7: Entertainment29:20 - Chapter 8: Politics 36:15 - Chapter 9: Drugs and AddictionHelpful links:A Rebel’s Manifesto Book:https://a315.co/RebelSean’s McDowell’s Website:www.seanmcdowell.orgWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

This is a Deep Dive into the book: A Rebel’s Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today’s World by Sean McDowell.This is Part 1 of the Deep Dive: “The Challenge"0:25 - Intro and current reading• The Postmodern Pilgrim’s Progress - https://a315.co/3QKPdHm• Introducing Christianity to Mormons - https://a315.co/3Lnu4ll5:30 - Intro to the Rebel’s Manifesto Deep Dive8:15 - Chapter 1: Standing for What is Right14:30 - Chapter 2: Becoming a Good Person20:37 - Chapter 3: Loving My Neighbor 28:01 - Chapter 4: Thinking Christianly33:08 - Chapter 5: Judging OthersHelpful links:A Rebel’s Manifesto Book:https://a315.co/RebelSean’s McDowell’s Website:www.seanmcdowell.orgWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Sean McDowell on themes in his book A Rebel’s Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today’s World. Helpful links:Sean’s Website:www.seanmcdowell.orgA Rebel’s Manifesto Book:https://a315.co/RebelThink Biblically Podcast:https://a315.co/ThinkBiblicallyBook Review: Fate of the Apostles by Sean McDowellhttps://a315.co/3BvK69KBook Review: Is God Just a Human Invention? And Seventeen Other Questions Raised by the New Atheists https://a315.co/3Dbqfh5What if Everyone Lived the Sexual Ethic of Jesus? by Sean McDowellhttps://a315.co/3L377DTWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Dr. Frank Turek of Crossexamined.org. They discuss themes in his most recent book Hollywood Heroes: How Your Favorite Movies Reveal God. https://a315.co/HollywoodHeroesBook0:43 - About Frank Turek 1:31 - Featured Resource: Worldview Bulletinhttps://a315.co/WorldViewBulletin2:55 - About Hollywood Heroes5:43 - Welcoming Frank Turek6:00 - What’s it like writing a book with your son?7:36 - Should Christians be afraid of watching certain movies?10:31 - What is true heroism?12:23 - “But all you need to do is share the Gospel…”16:07 - What was a shock to Frank about the Harry Potter stories?21:18 - Ironman vs. Captain America… why?24:55 - Money, sex, and power.29:07 - Star Wars or Superhero movies: Frank’s authoritative take31:40 - The audiobook version of Hollywood Heroes32:38 - Revenge of the Sith and falling into sin…36:12 - New advice for apologists41:15 - What can discourage Frank Turek?43:50 - How can Christians keep their hearts from becoming hardened?50:0

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Joel Settecase to discuss parenting and apologetics, how we might teach young people to defend the faith using his 3-step method, discussing worldviews and more. Check out the Worldview Legacy Podcast here:https://link.chtbl.com/WLonA315Check out Joel Settecase’s The Think Institute here:https://thethink.institute/Check out Joel’s book:Catakids!: The New Covenant Catechism for Little OnesHere at amazon: https://a315.co/3AVAgxBWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Dr. Lydia McGrew about making a case for the resurrection of Jesus with a “maximal data” approach.0:43 - Where have we been? On Holidays!!1:03 - Chad’s important info on two Walters… https://a315.co/3PLbTXo4:10 - Intro to Lydia McGrew7:00 - Welcome Lydia, about her background9:08 - Methods of defending the resurrection10:09 - Where to find Paley’s arguments10:26 - What is the Minimal Facts Argument for the resurrection?13:24 - Why has the MFA become so popular?15:12 - Are there any strengths of using the MFA approach?18:17 - Shouldn’t we use data that are agreed upon by a consensus?23:24 - Can you just use “well-evidenced” facts25:36 - When does a case become maximal vs. minimal?29:07 - Do scholars really affirm what the MFA claims?32:11 - Can the minimal facts even get you to the resurrection?37:22 - Are there other problems? Overselling it?39:48 - We ask Lydia to demonstrate another approach: maximal data40:49 - The elevator pitch of the maximal data ap

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss a number of insightful quotes about Jesus and offer their thoughts and reflections.We appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss how apologetics can contribute to and enrich one’s worship of God.0:28 - Chad did something exciting2:09 - Current reading: • Evidences for Christianity by William Paley• Strategy: A History by Lawrence Freedman• A Rebel’s Manifesto by Sean McDowell5:43 - What do I mean by worship and apologetics?8:10 - Worship and loving God with your mind13:06 - It is the glory of God to conceal a matter…14:43 - Natural theology pointing to God19:01 - How arguments point us to God, and how they should move us22:33 - How the truth affects emotions25:26 - Loving wisdom, seeking wisdom and understanding29:43 - Three or four ways we can go wrong, and the remediesWe appreciate your feedback.If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Jonathan McLatchie. www.jonathanmclatchie.com. Jonathan discusses and critiques presuppositional apologetics, while advocating for an evidential approach to apologetics.1:33 - Resources for Discussing Your Pro-Life Convictions:https://a315.co/3yDTgzl2:35 - Intro to the topic and Jonathan McLatchie5:08 - An outline of various apologetic methodologies14:43 - Has Jonathan always been an evidentialist?15:28 - A helpful debate on apologetic methodology: https://a315.co/3ygEKw016:17 - Cumulative case apologetics / Five views on apologeticshttps://a315.co/3NEIRrw17:16 - Defining presuppositionalism19:07 - How does it differ from inference to the best explanation?20:42 - How does presuppositionalism look different in practice?22:39 - Were people “doing it incorrectly” before Van Til?25:47 - Does presuppositionalism require the triune God of Scripture?26:21 - Ontology and espistemology28:07 - Would this be the method of first-century fisherman?30:18 - Is the method

In this episode Brian Auten & Chad Gross interview Neil Shenvi about his new book Why Believe?: A Reasoned Approach to Christianity. We love this book and it was a great conversation unpacking his approach and some of the arguments from the book.0:43 - Impressions of the book3:36 - Neil’s crazy bio that we didn’t understand5:19 - Welcoming Neil7:07 - Neil’s background9:58 - How Neil became a Christian14:00 - Isn’t apologetics just an exercise in confirmation bias?20:18 - Discussing the structure of the book24:30 - Unpacking the trilemma argument27:25 - Addressing the best atheistic arguments 30:08 - The argument for Christianity from the Gospel37:43 - Objections to the argument?41:51 - Addressing hiddenness objections51:16 - The truth-seeking argument https://a315.co/TruthArgument57:43 - Neil’s present work and focusNeil Shenvi’s bio:https://a315.co/NeilShenviAbout the book:https://a315.co/AboutWhyBelieveGet is on Amazon here:https://a315.co/WhyBelieveBookAudiobook here:https://a315.co/WhyBelieveAudiobook