Apologetics Simplified

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In this episode Leah and Andrew talk about what true biblical hope looks like through Star Wars. They explain that hope in the Bible is not synonymous with wishing. Hope does not ignore or dismiss bad things. Instead, hope is trusting that God will fulfill His promises.

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In this episode Leah and Andrew talk about Pauline theology as seen in The Mandalorian. The character IG-11 is compared to what it means to be a new person through salvation in Jesus Christ. IG-11 was once an assassin droid who was on a mission to kill the Child, but he was reprogrammed to nurture and care for the Child and others instead. Just as IG-11 changed completely from his reprogramming, so too people go through a spiritual reprogramming when we accept Jesus as our Savior.

The segment breaks feature a Star Wars and worship music mashup and Leah’s upcoming podcast coaching business.

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In this episode Leah and Andrew talk about tough passages of scripture and church history from listener-submitted questions.

Questions discussed:

Why did God give humanity choice if it would lead to sin?

Does the Bible justify slavery?

How is the church good if the crusades happened?

Why don’t we follow the Old Testament laws and how is Jesus the fulfillment of the law?

Why was polygamy okay in the Old Testament?

Why does the church seem to hate democrats/liberals?

The segment breaks feature lego themed movies and a great Bible study package.

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Resource Mentioned in Episode:

Marg Mowczko’s blog: https://margmowczko.com/

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trigger warning: rape, abortion

In this episode Leah and Andrew talk about what scripture has to say about women. Leah tackles tough Old and New Testament passages about women to see what the whole of scripture has to say.

Additionally, they give advice about how to read scripture - especially tough passages - in their original context.

Passages discussed in detail:

Genesis 1:26-27

‭‭Deuteronomy‬ ‭21:10-14

Ephesians 5:21-26

1 Timothy 2:12

1 Corinthians 14:34

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Resource Mentioned in Episode:

Marg Mowczko’s blog: https://margmowczko.com/

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In this episode Andrew & Leah interview Jay Medenwaldt about what psychology can contribute to apologetics. We talk about Jay’s conversion to faith and how he began studying apologetics & psychology. We learn about what psychology brings to apologetics tactics, the design argument, and having better conversations.

The segments are presidential election themed from non-human candidates to charitable actions across party lines.

Jay Medenwaldt is a social psychology Ph.D. student at Baylor, has an M.Div. in apologetics, ethics, and biblical studies, and M.A. in psychological sciences. Jay served in the Air Force for nine years as a behavioral scientist, which included teaching (intro to psychology and leadership psychology) at the Air Force Academy and conducting research.Support:

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Recommend Resource:

How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0671027034?tag=apologetics08-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1

Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0374533555?tag=apologetics08-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1

Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0061353248?tag=apologetics08-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1

Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People by Mahzarin Banaji & Anthony Greenwald: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0345528433?tag=apologetics08-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1

Influence: Science & Practice by Robert Cialdini: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0205609996?tag=apologetics08-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1

Guests and their recommended resources may or may not reflect the views of Leah or Andrew.

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In this episode Andrew tells the story of singer-song writer Rich Mullins. He shares about Rich's incredible musical ability, his life and struggles, and his Ragamuffin Gospel.

The segment breaks feature some bowel-themed hymns and the end of Tab.
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Rich Mullins Documentary:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C4KWH?tag=apologetics08-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1

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In this episode Leah presents an argument that human relationships are evidence for a Trinitarian God. The idea is that a creating, loving God must be eternally life-giving and loving before creating the world as we know it.

The segment breaks feature a bad name misspellings and a celebrity couple.

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Resource Consulted:

Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves

Romanian Infants: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/06/neglect‌

Physical Touch: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifetime-connections/201808‌

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Pandemic and Relationships: https://time.com/5817453/coronavirus-human-touch/

In this episode Leah & Andrew interview the hosts of The Weekly Encouragement podcast. The show is run by two young men passionate about scripture and apologetics. We talk about how apologetics is important for teenagers and all those young in their faith.

The segment breaks feature a worship song parody and a tribute to Eddie Van Halen.

Leah Chapman is the founder and co-host of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from LaGrange College and a Master of Theology in Apologetics from Dallas Theological Seminary. You can also read her blog at www.leahchapman.org/blog.

Andrew Foster is the sound engineer and co-host of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. Andrew earned a Bachelor of Science in Instrumental Music at Liberty University. Andrew works as a worship director and is the founder and builder at Spirit River Music and Woodworks.

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In this episode Andrew & Leah talk about different forms of Christian songs including hymns, modern worship songs, and Christian entertainment. The goal of the episode is to convince the listener that both modern worship songs and hymns are good and glorifying to God. Even if you have a preference for one over the other, God can use both to teach and transform your heart.

Not convinced? Tune in!

Convinced? Tune in to learn even more about these great ways we can worship God.

Leah Chapman is the founder and co-host of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from LaGrange College and a Master of Theology in Apologetics from Dallas Theological Seminary. You can also read her blog at www.leahchapman.org/blog.

Andrew Foster is the sound engineer and co-host of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. Andrew earned a Bachelor of Science in Instrumental Music at Liberty University. Andrew works as a worship director and is the founder and builder at Spirit River Music and Woodworks.

The segments talk about having allergies during a global pandemic and discuss how Christian’s should respond to the President’s COVID-19 diagnosis.

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Read Andrew’s Thesis:

Music as Evidence for a Creator

In this episode Andrew & Leah begin season 5 with theme art and science. They believe that both the study of science and art are ways humans image of God. The creativity and intellect present within humanity itself points to a Creator.

Leah Chapman is the founder and co-host of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from LaGrange College and a Master of Theology in Apologetics from Dallas Theological Seminary. You can also read her blog at www.leahchapman.org/blog.

Andrew Foster is the sound engineer and co-host of the Apologetics Simplified Podcast. Andrew earned a Bachelor of Science in Instrumental Music at Liberty University. Andrew works as a worship director and is the founder and builder at Spirit River Music and Woodworks. https://www.facebook.com/spiritrivermusic/

The segments share a special behind the scenes snapshot of the podcast and talk about an unlikely friendship with Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

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Read Andrew’s Thesis:

Music as Evidence for a Creator