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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 Jones
4:56 - Interview begins
5:03 - Clay’s history reteaching and teaching the subject
7:55 - 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 people
13:28 - 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 do
24:13 - Who does God allow humans?
28:09 - God is not done with the story yet, judgment and learning lessons
31:32 - How having an eternal perspective will illuminate the issue
35:00 - 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 - Can evil be used in an argument for the existence of God?
54:58 - Encouragement for those struggling

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*Helpful links:*
Clay Jones Bio
https://clayjones.net/#about

We Don’t Hate Sin So We Don’t Understand What Happened to the Canaanites - https://a315.co/WeDontHateSin

Clay Jones’ blog:
https://clayjones.net/blog/

BOOKS:

Why Does God Allow Evil?: Compelling Answers for Life’s Toughest Questions - https://a315.co/3UHCB5O

Immortal: How the Fear of Death Drives Us and What We Can Do About It - https://a315.co/3UMSQi2

Ordinary Men: Reserve Police Battalion 101 and the Final Solution in Poland by Christopher Browning - https://a315.co/3iSQDo2

The Rape of Nanking by Iris Chang - https://a315.co/3YbtBsG

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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/3FgJs1r

0:44 - Intro, and Chad’s atheist role-play
5:33 - Intro to Paul Copan
11:30 - 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?

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*Helpful links:*

Paul Copan’s Website: www.paulcopan.com

BOOKS:

Is God a Moral Monster? - https://a315.co/3FhmVln

Did God Really Command Genocide?: Coming to Terms with the Justice of God - https://a315.co/3Fip5kM

True for You, But Not for Me: Overcoming Objections to Christian Faith - https://a315.co/3VlIdns

When God Goes to Starbucks: A Guide to Everyday Apologetics
https://a315.co/3VJQp0J

That's Just Your Interpretation: Responding to Skeptics Who Challenge Your Faith - https://a315.co/3XOaXXq

"How Do You Know You're Not Wrong?" - https://a315.co/3uiH4AY

DEBATE:
Unbelievable? Can the Canaanite conquest be reconciled with a God of love? Paul Copan vs Randal Rauser - https://a315.co/3EVEB4n

Palm Beach Atlantic University Masters in Apologetics
https://a315.co/3B2CLxD

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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 Church
https://a315.co/3TNAzk2

1:04 - Intro to our guests
1:40 - discussing the book Counterfeit Kingdom
6:23 - About our guests
8:10 - 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” prayer
32:30 - Trying to raise a little girl from the dead
34:06 - The influence of NAR in popular Christian worship music
38:30 - Is there going to be a big end-times revival?
44:41 - Problematic methods of teaching the Bible?
48:00 - The origins of the Passion Translation
55:00 - Peculiar healing practices
1:07:06 - Protecting children from the NAR movement
1:10:20 - Final thoughts from Holly and Doug

*Helpful links:*
Holly Pivec and professor Doug Geivett are co-authors of various books about NAR:

God's Super-Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement
https://a315.co/3EIdET7

A New Apostolic Reformation?: A Biblical Response to a Worldwide Movement
https://a315.co/3EK40zt

Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church
https://a315.co/3V2QSdQ

Holly’s website: www.hollypivec.com
Doug Geivett’s website: https://douggeivett.wordpress.com

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 previous interview with Holly and Doug about the New Apostolic Reformation - that’s episode 066. https://a315.co/3EisONm

Doug Geivett & Holly Pivec debate Michael Brown on the New Apostolic Reformation: https://a315.co/3X4hpJL

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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.com

1:44 - Book review: Counterfeit Kingdom by Doug Geivett & Holly Pivec
https://a315.co/3TNAzk2
6:40 - The Passion Translation
9:30 - Chad’s background
10:25 - 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/interests
30:30 - Areas of struggle in apologetics
35:00 - Advice for speaking with others about Christianity
38:46 - Helpful tools for discipling our kids
42:00 - What should apologists do better?
46:35 - How to do better with online conversations
51:10 - What Chad’s learned from teaching
53:20 - Top Three apologetics “sensei’s”

*Helpful links:*
Doug Geivett & Holly Pivec debate Michael Brown on the New Apostolic Reformation: https://a315.co/3X4hpJL

Interview with Doug Geivett & Holly Pivec on the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR): https://a315.co/3tDSVcU

Truthbomb Apologetics
http://truthbomb.apologetics.com

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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 11/14-11/28

This 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/3Us5ofb

Travis Dickinson website:
www.travisdickinson.com

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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 Kreeft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIIiVz_t5VA

Is God a Vindictive Bully?
https://a315.co/3FPSgfA

*Helpful links:*

Mormonism Research Ministry
https://www.mrm.org/

Introducing Christianity to Mormons (book)
https://a315.co/3T7TWnO

Eric Johnson (about)
https://www.mrm.org/eric-johnson

Viewpoint on Mormonism (Radio Show and Podcast)
https://a315.co/3hddGZN

The Next Mormons: How Millennials Are Changing the LDS Church by Jana Riess - https://a315.co/3UoUK8G

Latter-day Saints: Would you be willing to take the Romans Challenge?
https://a315.co/3t59wWK

Jim Wallace Podcast with Eric Johnson - How Can I Introduce My Mormon Friends To Christianity? (Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast S8E22)

IntroducingChristianity.com

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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 reflections
10:26 - Mailbag question
16:13 - Book recommendation
20:37 - Ch20 - The Environment
22:45 - Poverty
24:00 - Guns and Violence
26:17 - Immigration
29:37 - Artificial Intelligence
30:23 - Cultural Engagement Section
30:37 - Ch25 - How Will I Know God’s Will?
51:30 - Ch26 - A Guide for Conversations

Helpful links:
Progressive Christianity (Sean McDowell and Colby Martin)
https://a315.co/3DxdvBf

Live Action, Snopes, Planned Parenthood's "Prenatal Care"
https://a315.co/3gMlkKh

Karl Payne Podcasts (spiritual warfare)
Part 1 - https://a315.co/3Nhc6lK
Part 2 - https://a315.co/3f7aDSe

Playing with Fire by Billy Hallowell
https://a315.co/3SFFumw

Found: God's Will by John MacArthur
https://a315.co/3Sz2aoE

Failure - What is the Meaning of Failure for the Christian? (William Lane Craig) (Video and Transcript) - https://a315.co/3FotkeS

Tactics by Greg Koukl - https://a315.co/3FiG0E4

A Rebel’s Manifesto Book:
https://a315.co/Rebel

Sean’s McDowell’s Website:
www.seanmcdowell.org

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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 comments
3:14 - Lee Strobe’s “A Case for Heaven” book comments
5:30 - J.P. Moreland’s “Scientism and Secularism” comments
6:15 - back to the Deep Dive…
6:40 - Topics covered this week
7:43 - Sex
9:45 - “The orders were for your protection…”
12:30 - What if everyone followed Jesus’ sexual ethic?
14:10 - Comments on the purity movement and motivations
17:45 - Homosexuality
30:05 - Transgender ideology
32:45 - Pornography
40:38 - Abortion
44:06 - Final comments

Helpful links:
What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality? Sean McDowell and Matthew Vines in Conversation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFY4VtCWgyI

Ray Comfort Vs Matt Dillahunty | Does God Exist? DEBATE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRCbvfyiu0s

Scientism and Secularism: Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J.P. Moreland - https://a315.co/3D2B6Iq

The Case for Heaven by Lee Strobel - https://a315.co/3z7jUAJ

Scott Klusendorf Interview on Abortion
https://www.spreaker.com/user/veracityhill/scott-klusendorf-interview

Belfast Bigot interview on Abortion
https://www.spreaker.com/user/veracityhill/014-abortion-and-the-belfast-bigot

A Rebel’s Manifesto Book:
https://a315.co/Rebel

Sean’s McDowell’s Website:
www.seanmcdowell.org

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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 spoilers
5:22 - Books in the Mail
7:19 - Chapter 10: Loneliness
14:36 - Chapter 11: Bullying
21:10 - Chapter 12: Suicide
31:53 - Chapter 13: Assisted Suicide
38:50 - Chapter 14: Racial Tension

Helpful links:

A Rebel’s Manifesto Book:
https://a315.co/Rebel

Sean’s McDowell’s Website:
www.seanmcdowell.org

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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 talk
6:00 - The New Robocop
7:14 - Rocky
8:52 - Back to the book: the Rebel’s Manifesto… Deep Dive
11:43 - Chapter 6: Smart phones and social media
25:00 - Chapter 7: Entertainment
29:20 - Chapter 8: Politics
36:15 - Chapter 9: Drugs and Addiction

Helpful links:

A Rebel’s Manifesto Book:
https://a315.co/Rebel

Sean’s McDowell’s Website:
www.seanmcdowell.org

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