I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Did we REALLY find Noah's Ark or are millions of people being misled by internet hype? Have we REALLY found the burial box of Jesus’s brother, James? And what do jihad and progressive Christianity have to do with America's upcoming midterm elections? Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston, president and founder of Christian Thinkers, joins Frank to tackle some of the biggest controversies currently making headlines in archaeology, politics and the Church. Together, they answer questions like:

• How does progressive Christian, Texas Senate Candidate James Talarico, twist Scripture to defend his political positions?
• Is the Bible REALLY silent on abortion?
• Which is more important in the ballot box: policies or personalities?
• What does Muslim Michigan Senate Candidate, Abdul El-Sayed, get wrong about illegal immigration?
• What can Americans learn from the growing influence of Islam in the UK?
• According to his archaeology scorecard, does Jeremiah think we found Noah's ark?
• Why does every major civilization in history have a flood story?
• What is one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in history related to Jesus and could it be a forgery?
• What did the Israeli Supreme Court say about this archaeological discovery?
• Why did Jeremiah recently call out Pastor Zach Lambert on social media?

Are you going to vote? More than half of Christians will not vote, but 90% of Muslims will. With so much at stake, Christians can't afford to sit on the sidelines! Visit VoteYourFaith.net to see where the candidates stand before the midterm elections next week. And be sure to check out the helpful resources from Dr. Johnston below for more information on the archaeology discoveries covered in this program!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

Christian Thinkers - https://christianthinkers.com/

I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist - UPDATED EDITION! - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1433598655/

Noah's Ark Archaeology Scorecard - https://christianthinkers.com/pages/cross-examined

Is the Noah's Ark Discovery 100% Confirmed? LIVE FREE podcast with Josh Howerton - https://youtu.be/dqWYR0vWLk0

James Ossuary Scorecard - https://christianthinkers.com/pages/cross-examined-james-ossuary

James Ossuary Photos - https://bit.ly/4ebib1D

What No One Ever Told You About the Shroud of Turin - https://youtu.be/rVNc9Dlnj2A The Jesus Discoveries by JJJ - #1 New York Times Bestseller! - https://christianthinkers.com/products/the-jesus-discoveries

Conversations with the Faiths - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg

Vote Your Faith - https://voteyourfaith.net/

Can we REALLY trust the New Testament writers? How do we know they were telling the truth about Jesus' resurrection and not just passing along an invented story? The brand-new updated edition of 'I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist' is officially available TODAY after the first edition sold over half a million copies.

By God’s grace, the book has been successful because it shows people why the Bible is true in a systematic manner, building the case through easy-to-graph evidence, while addressing all major objections each step of the way. This new edition adds even more evidence and responds to objections that have arisen over the past 22 years.

In this episode, Frank examines some of the strongest evidence that the New Testament writers were telling the truth, straight from one of the chapters in the updated book.

Tune in as he tackles questions like:

• Why does Wes Huff surprisingly call Jesus' disciples the "duh-ciples"?
• Why is it significant that women were the first witnesses to the empty tomb?
• Is it possible the disciples stole Jesus' body while the guards were sleeping?
• What do name trends have to do with the reliability of Scripture?
• Do differences between the Gospel accounts undermine their credibility or strengthen it?
• What's the difference between establishing historicity vs. inerrancy?
• What are "undesigned coincidences," and how do they support the reliability of the New Testament?
• Why didn't the Gospel writers exaggerate their accounts of Jesus' miracles?
• Could the New Testament be an elaborate work of historical fiction?

If the Gospel writers were making it all up, they certainly had a strange way of doing it! Listen as Frank unpacks why their accounts are worth trusting, and grab your copy of the newly updated, 'I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist' (with 30% new content!) to discover even more evidence why Christianity is the most reasonable worldview.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist - UPDATED EDITION! - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1433598655/

Conversations with the Faiths - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg

If someone becomes wealthy does that automatically mean that someone else will become poor? It seems that some Americans need a refresher course in basic economics! This week, Frank is joined by Dr. Jay Richards, author of 'Money, Greed, and God', to make the Christian case for capitalism and free enterprise. With socialism gaining popularity among young Americans, Jay challenges some of the biggest misconceptions about wealth, poverty, and economic inequality. Tune in as Frank and Jay tackle questions like:

• What's the difference between socialism, democratic socialism, and communism?
• How did billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos become so wealthy, and does their success come at anyone's expense?
• Isn't Sweden a socialist utopia?
• Is socialism taught in the Book of Acts?
• Should the wealthy pay more income taxes?
• What government policies are contributing to the rising costs of housing, education, and healthcare?
• Is it true that capitalism is fueled by greed, while socialism is fueled by love?
• What does something as simple as a pencil reveal about how market systems work?

If you've been taught that capitalism is unchristian or that socialism is the answer to poverty and inequality, this conversation will challenge you to reconsider what you've heard. Learn more about Jay's work at The Heritage Foundation, grab a copy of his book 'Money, Greed, and God', and visit VoteYourFaith.net to research the issues and candidates ahead of the midterm elections.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

Money, Greed, and God by Jay Richards - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062841009

The Heritage Foundation - https://www.heritage.org/

Conversations with the Faiths - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg

Why is Ken Ham picking a fight with Frank about the age of the universe? We all know the Word of God is inerrant, but is Ken’s interpretation of the Bible inerrant? Tune in as Frank responds to Ken's recent video that criticizes what Frank teaches about creation and answers questions like:

• What 3 main questions need to be addressed when discussing this issue?
• Does Exodus 20 settle the debate over the six days of creation?
• What about Romans 5:12 and death before the Fall?
• Does believing in old-earth creation provide an opening to evolution because of time?
• Why are some major Darwinists now admitting that their theory doesn't work?
• What are 7 reasons why macroevolution does not fit the evidence?
• Why is it important to study God's works in addition to His Word?
• Is the age of the earth a salvation issue?

But wait, there's more! Later in the podcast, Frank answers questions related to the riots in France and a question from a skeptical listener, such as:

• Who is behind the current unrest in France?
• Why is multiculturalism false and self-defeating?
• Why do 43% of young voters view Islamic sharia law favorably?
• Why is it important not to judge Christianity by its misuse or abuse?
• What did Jesus teach that explains why Frank chooses to focus on certain political and moral issues more than others?

Don't forget to visit VoteYourFaith.net to see where the candidates stand on the latest issues at the polls, and don't miss Friday's episode on socialism and communism with special guest, Dr. Jay Richards!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org

I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist - UPDATED EDITION! - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1433598655/

God's Word or Man's Word? Ken Ham vs. Richard Howe at SES - https://youtu.be/RkE0jfryX0w

The War on Reality by Frank Turek and Phoenix Hayes - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630

Conversations with the Faiths with Dr. Brady Blevins - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg

Money, Greed, and God by Dr. Jay Richards - https://www.amazon.com/dp/006284100

VoteYourFaith - http://voteyourfaith.net/

Have you ever heard a pastor say, "I just want to preach the Gospel," or "Christians shouldn't get involved in politics"? It sounds spiritual, but is staying out of politics really the biblical thing to do?

With the midterm elections approaching, Frank draws from 'The War on Reality', his new book co-written with Phoenix Hayes, to challenge the idea that Christians should steer clear of politics. From the pulpit to the ballot box, he unpacks 10 biblical reasons for political engagement and why the consequences of sitting on the sidelines may be greater than you think. Tune in as he answers questions like:

• What mic-drop question should you ask someone who says “Christians should stay out of politics!”
• What is the purpose of government and how does it compare to the purpose of the Church?
• What happens when millions of Christians stay home on Election Day?
• Is the Bible really apolitical and did Jesus stay out of politics?
• What three institutions did God establish, and why do they matter?
• Are Christians trying to impose a theocracy when they vote according to biblical principles?
• Can we legislate morality, and whose morality should influence our laws?
• Does the Bible promote socialism, and is James Talarico interpreting Scripture correctly?
• Is Christianity harmful to society as some people say?

Christians don't need perfect candidates or perfect policies to make a difference at the ballot box. But making an informed decision starts long before Election Day. Be sure to visit VoteYourFaith.net to explore the issues, examine where the candidates stand, and prepare to cast your vote!

If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings!

Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

Why is "Queer" Behavior Considered Wrong? - https://youtu.be/x2Gx5NqeMxw

Conversations with the Faiths - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg

What's going on at Baylor University? After exposing the administrative roadblocks that led to the cancellation of a recent college tour event, Frank returns to address some anticipated objections and dig even deeper into his concerns about the university. He'll address questions like:

• How do Marxist principles conflict with biblical teachings on justice and impartiality?
• How is Baylor violating their own core values on inclusion and diversity?
• How do some of Baylor's courses give supposed intellectual justification for violence?
• What is the purpose of a Christian university?
• What is the worst advice of the past century?
• Should academic freedom have limits?
• How can Christian schools teach other religions and worldviews without compromising biblical truth?
• Why would a Christian school be tempted to compromise on Christian values?
• What schools (if any) does Frank recommend?

Will Baylor respond to Frank's concerns or send a representative to join him on the podcast? That remains to be seen. In the meantime, this conversation raises some important questions for every Christian family considering where to pursue higher education.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

Baylor, Worse Than Berkeley? Inside Their War on Christianity - https://youtu.be/AooVk7VyVWM

Baylor University Human Sexuality FAQs - https://bit.ly/3Uqk1VE

Baylor University Campus Speakers - https://bit.ly/3Wor1mv

Baylor Charters LGBTQ Student Organization - https://bit.ly/4hUVQ9v

The History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy - https://bit.ly/45wxbCG

Conversations with the Faiths - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg

The War on Reality - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630

Southern Evangelical Seminary- https://ses.edu/frank/

What happens when a university that claims to stand for Christianity makes it nearly impossible to host an event defending the truth of the Christian faith? And could it possibly involve extortion? That's exactly what happened to us earlier this week (for the first time in 20 years of college visits!), and Frank is bringing the receipts!

What started as a frustrating encounter with Baylor's administration has exposed some troubling questions about what's really being taught at this "Christian" university. From administrative roadblocks to unbiblical professors and courses, Frank reveals why there's much more at stake than just a cancelled event. In many ways, Baylor is waging a war on Christianity. You'll learn:

• What six obstacles did Baylor's administration put in the way of Frank's visit?
• What similar problems did Ratio Christi President Corey Miller encounter with Baylor?
• How is Baylor violating its own policies on human sexuality?
• What unbiblical courses and degree programs are being offered at Baylor and who is teaching them?
• Why is cultural Marxism so destructive to communities?
• Why did Baylor recently return a grant of $700,000?
• Why did progressive "Christian" Professor Greg Garrett wrongly criticize J.K. Rowling on X?
• Why is it sometimes more dangerous to send your kids to a compromised Christian school than a secular university?

While this topic is difficult to address, it's too important to ignore, and Frank is just getting started! Don't miss the next episode as he addresses objections related to academic freedom, reveals how Baylor is violating their own core values on inclusion and diversity, explains what the Bible actually teaches on these issues, and MUCH more.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

Baylor University - Expressive Activities - https://bit.ly/4yIxvez

Baylor University - Security Fees - https://bit.ly/3UfIlJS

Baylor University - Statement on Human Sexuality - https://bit.ly/4yI2HKR

J.K. Rowling Real World Examples of Horrific Trans Women Crimes - https://x.com/jk_rowling/status/1774747068944265615

Professor Garrett Criticizes J.K. Rowling - https://x.com/Greg1Garrett/status/1775307079126806960

The War on Reality by Frank Turek and Phoenix Hayes - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630

Riley Gaines Barker trained her entire life to compete at the highest level of women’s swimming. Then one race changed everything. How did 1/100 of a second in the pool turn a competitive swimmer into a national voice in one of today’s biggest cultural battles?

In this much-anticipated episode, Riley joins Frank to tell the story leading up to that moment and how it transformed her life. From competing against biological male "Lia" Thomas to confronting NCAA officials, lawsuits, protests, and even serious threats of violence, Riley shares how she unexpectedly found herself leading the charge on the front lines of truth and reality. You'll learn:

• What was it like for Riley to compete against William “Lia” Thomas?
• What gave Riley the courage to speak up after initially remaining silent and who did she go to first?
• Why does Riley believe her journey into advocacy involved divine intervention?
• What career was Riley planning to pursue before starting a podcast and becoming a contributor to TPUSA and FOX News?
• What's the current status of Riley's lawsuit against the NCAA?
• Why is it essential for Christians to vote in the upcoming midterm elections?
• What terrifying event happened to Riley at San Francisco State University in April 2023 and how did university officials respond?
• How did Charlie Kirk personally inspire Riley and how did his tragic death impact her?
• How has becoming a mother changed her perspective on being a political advocate for unpopular truths?
• What advice does Riley have for young people?

Defending women’s sports is about much more than who gets the trophy. Don't miss this remarkable story of faith and courage and please pray for Riley as she continues to boldly speak out on this issue that is highly controversial (but wouldn’t be if more would speak up).

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

The Riley Gaines Show - https://www.youtube.com/@RileyGaines

Follow Riley on X - https://x.com/Riley_Gaines_

Riley Gaines for FOX News - https://www.foxnews.com/person/g/riley-gaines

Karl Marx and D.L. Moody were two men with radically different visions for humanity. Both witnessed poverty, injustice, and suffering, but their solutions couldn’t have been more different. So, what can these two 19th-century contemporaries teach us about the battle of worldviews we're facing today?

One of our favorite guests, Dr. Erwin Lutzer, joins Frank to explore that question through his new book, Marx and Moody, co-authored with Dr. Gregg Quiggle. From Marx’s troubled home life and calls for revolution to Moody’s work among the poor and passion for the Gospel, their stories reveal just how differently these two men believed society could be changed. Along the way, they’ll tackle questions like:

• What was Karl Marx’s personal life like, and how did it compare to the society he envisioned?
• What’s the difference between socialism and communism, and why are these ideas still attractive today?
• Why are the family, private property, and Christianity at odds with Marxism?
• How did Marxist ideas make their way into American culture?
• Why didn’t Marxism take over England during Marx’s lifetime?
• How did D.L. Moody address poverty and social needs without looking to revolution?
• Why did Christian leaders like Moody and Charles Spurgeon speak out against socialism and communism?

Marx looked to revolution. Moody looked to the Gospel. More than a century later, we're still living with the consequences. Listen as Frank and Dr. Lutzer unpack how two competing answers to the problems of the 1800s are still shaping the world we live in today, and grab your copy of Marx and Moody to learn more!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined.org

BOOK: Marx and Moody: Two Contemporaries. Two Gospels. Two Tombstones. One Choice.

Does the coming of Jesus mean the Old Testament is null and void? Did He destroy Judaism along with all Jewish holidays? Should Israel be totally wiped off the map, as some "Christians" claim? In this midweek episode, Frank responds to a question from a Jewish man seeking clarity on comments made by his so-called Christian friends. Tune in as he uncovers some fascinating connections between the Old and New Testaments while confronting a few controversial issues and more listener questions along the way. You'll learn:

• Is the Old Testament still relevant for Christians today?
• How do Passover and the Jewish feasts point directly to Jesus?
• What do Isaiah, Daniel, and Ezekiel all have in common?
• Should Christians still keep the Sabbath?
• What does 'Synagogue of Satan' mean in Revelation 2 and 3?
• Why has there been a rise in antisemitism since the death of Charlie Kirk?
• Why should we demand truth instead of preference in all areas of life, including morality and religion?
• What are the five most important questions you’ll ever answer?
• How much does being comfortable really matter in light of eternity?
• Should people be judged on their identity or their behavior?
• Why does Frank call Charlie Kirk "the greatest man I ever knew"?

Do you have a question for Frank you'd like him to address in a future podcast episode? Send it to [email protected]!

If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings!

Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined- https://donor.crossexamined.org/

The Bible You Never Knew - Weekly TV Series - https://crossexamined.org/tv-programs/

The Bible You Never Knew - Online Course - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/the-bible-you-never-knew/

The War on Reality by Frank Turek & Phoenix Hayes - https://a.co/d/02zCTnMQ

STOP in the Name of God by Charlie Kirk - https://a.co/d/0fBV12F7

Read the Hamas Charter - https://avalon.law.yale.edu/21st_century/hamas.asp

What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Israel? And Why it Matters Now - https://youtu.be/bD0JeMKzYtc