I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

What if some of the biggest claims you've heard about American history aren't true? For decades, Americans have been told that Christopher Columbus launched a campaign of genocide, the Founding Fathers were racist deists, and the United States was uniquely evil from the very beginning. While people of every nation have undeniably done evil (that’s why we all need a Savior), are those claims about America based on the historical record or Marxist propaganda?

If you think you already know America's history, think again! This week, Frank interviews historian and President of WallBuilders, Tim Barton, who holds the nation's largest private collection of original American historical documents (totaling more than 100,000 pieces!). So Tim’s insights come from what was recorded by the founders themselves.

Tune in as Frank and Tim answer questions like:

• What stark warning is expressed in the old Soviet Union saying, "The future is known, the past is always changing"?
• How did Tim and his dad collect so many original American historical documents?
• Why do primary documents matter more than modern summaries and secondary sources?
• What's true, exaggerated, or simply false about Christopher Columbus?
• Were America's Founders really hostile to Christianity?
• How has Tim helped college students recognize their blind bias against the Founders?
• Where did the word "slave" originally come from?
• Did American white people invent slavery, and how many founders owned and endorsed chattel slavery?
• How has Marxist propaganda reshaped the narrative of American history?
• When and how was slavery abolished in the United States and who first initiated the process?

You've heard the accusations. But in this episode, you'll get the facts. Be sure to come back next week as Frank and Tim continue exposing some of the BIGGEST historical myths, including the idea that America is on stolen land.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

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

WallBuilders - https://wallbuilders.com/

The American Story: The Beginnings - https://bit.ly/4bcdKlP

Lives, Fortunes, & Sacred Honor - (NEW BOOK!) - https://bit.ly/4fkgGzj

The War on Reality (PREORDER NOW TO GET YOUR BONUSES!) - https://thewaronreality.com/

The Bible You Never Knew (BRAND-NEW ONLINE COURSE!) - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ

Frank welcomes back father-son duo, Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle, to unpack the objections they hear most often from college students who remain unconvinced by Christianity, share how they respond to skeptics in the heat of the moment, and help Christians prepare for similar conversations. Tune in as they answer questions like:

• What doubts about Christianity has Cliffe personally struggled with over the years?
• Does the Bible condone sexism and slavery?
• What's the psychology behind our ABC - "Anything But Christianity" - culture and people who refuse to follow Christ despite the evidence?
• What four key questions can be used to help non-Christians think more clearly about their current (false) worldview?
• Was Jesus an ethical genius?
• How did Paul's teaching radically elevate the dignity of women in the ancient world and what context do most people miss in controversial passages like 1 Corinthians 11 and 1 Timothy 2?
• How do intellectual skeptics like Bart Ehrman explain the recent explosion of scholarship centered on the historicity and evidence of the resurrection?
• What are the 3 biggest obstacles preventing the younger generation from accepting a Christian worldview?
• What encouragement would Cliffe give Christians who want to be firm and bold in their faith?

Whether you're searching for answers yourself or hoping to have better conversations with skeptical friends, this episode will help you think through some of Christianity's toughest objections. If you enjoyed this discussion, be sure to grab your copy of, 'Demolishing Doubt', and watch the previous episode, 'How to Demolish Your Christian Doubts', if you missed it last week!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

How to Demolish Your Christian Doubts (Part 1) with Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle - https://youtu.be/DPYf_i_5igA

Grace Community Church (New Canaan, CT) - https://www.gracecommunity.info/

Give Me an Answer - https://givemeananswer.org/

Follow the Knechtles on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/askcliffe

The Bible You Never Knew - BRAND NEW ONLINE COURSE! - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ

The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://thewaronreality.com/

Are you looking for answers about faith that will satisfy both your heart and your mind? As the host and founder of Give Me an Answer, Cliffe Knechtle has four decades of experience answering questions about God's existence, the presence of evil in the world, and the reliability of the Bible. Now in their new book, 'Demolishing Doubt', Cliffe and his son, Stuart, tackle the pain behind doubts, sharing true stories from their conversations on college campuses and their interactions with millions online.

Tune in as Frank, Stuart, and Cliffe answer key questions like:

• How did Cliffe and Stuart get started in apologetics?
• What major cultural shifts has Cliffe observed over the past 40 years, and why has he softened his approach?
• What's the story behind the Knechtle gospel stance?
• What's the best approach to take when trying to reason with a moral relativist?
• Is it possible to be 100% certain that Christianity is true?
• Why wouldn't someone want Christianity to be true?
• What does it mean to have faith?
• What are 4 reasons why the New Testament is reliable?
• How can doubts be a good thing?
• What's the incredible double-standard that many people demonstrate who doubt Christianity?
• How do we know the New Testament writers didn't invent the resurrection?

If you or someone who know is still wrestling with doubts and hungry to find greater meaning in life, be sure to share this episode with them and stay-tuned for a follow-up episode with Cliffe and Stuart coming soon!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Demolishing Doubt by Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310370809

Grace Community Church (New Canaan, CT) - https://www.gracecommunity.info/

Give Me an Answer - https://givemeananswer.org/

Follow the Knechtles on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/askcliffe

The Bible You Never Knew - BRAND NEW ONLINE COURSE! - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ

The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://thewaronreality.com/

Is it possible to reason with someone who believes that corroborated evidence is part of the deception of conspiracy theories? In this episode, Frank responds to a question from a concerned husband whose marriage is under serious strain due to conspiracy theories surrounding the murder of Charlie Kirk. While discussing the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing last week, and the biblical principles surrounding gossip, deception, and false accusations, Frank tackles questions like:

• What evidence emerged during Robinson's preliminary trial and why is the judge being so cautious?
• Is every contradiction, misunderstanding, or misspoken word a lie?
• How do you have a productive conversation with someone who refuses to follow the evidence?
• What does the Bible teach about gossip, deception, and false accusations?
• What's the difference between a possibility and evidence for a possibility?
• Why is corroborated evidence essential for serious charges?
• Who is the one personality we should all follow without question?

Later, the conversation shifts to another deeply personal struggle as Frank responds to a listener battling a serious porn addiction and questioning his salvation. You'll learn:

• What are the signs of true repentance?
• What do our personal struggles teach us about the Holy Spirit?
• What are some practical tips for resisting the temptation to sin?
• Why is understanding the attributes of God essential to having a solid relationship with Him and others?

Whether you're helping someone you love navigate conspiracy theories or fighting sin in your own life, this Q&A offers practical, biblical wisdom for pursuing truth with both conviction and grace. Please share it with someone who needs some encouragement today!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

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

Cold-Case Christianity by J. Warner Wallace - https://a.co/d/0f4V2Ri0

Six Minutes of Candace Owens Being a Compulsive Liar - https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/2073949531931390253

The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://thewaronreality.com/

The Bible You Never Knew - BRAND-NEW ONLINE COURSE! - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ

Attributes of God at Grace Community Church - https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=1672s&v=lbG52NoAVPA

Did Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John really write the Gospels? Or were these books actually anonymous from the beginning? And if they were, what would that mean for Christianity?

This week, Frank sits down with New Testament scholar Dr. Mike Licona to unpack his latest debate with Bart Ehrman, one of the world's best-known New Testament skeptics. What did Mike actually agree with Bart on? And where does he think Bart leans too heavily on speculation instead of the historical evidence? Together, they unpack Bart's biggest objections and tackle questions like:

• Why does Bart Ehrman think the Gospels are anonymous, and is he right?
• Why does it matter who wrote the Gospels?
• What if the Gospel writers weren't eyewitnesses?
• Were the Gospel writers really too uneducated to write the Gospels?
• Why are the Gospels considered Greco-Roman biographies instead of Jewish literature?
• What role did secretaries play in the ancient world, and does that affect authorship?
• What's the surprising connection between Sojourner Truth and the Gospel writers?

Whether you've followed Bart Ehrman's work for years or you're hearing these objections for the first time, this episode takes you inside one of the biggest debates surrounding the New Testament.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Bart Ehrman vs. Mike Licona Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTCPigOQabY

Online Course: Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/did-jesus-rise-from-the-dead/

Online Course: The Bible You Never Knew - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ

Mike’s Book: https://a.co/d/08FK1q0h

When did "just asking questions" become enough to convict someone in the court of public opinion?

This week, Frank takes a closer look at several claims made by Candace Owens surrounding Charlie Kirk's murder and asks a simple question: What does the evidence actually show? Frank responds to listener emails about the alleged discrepancies in his account of the September 10th events and addresses the so-called CPR contradiction. He explains why possibilities, coincidences, and speculation should never be confused with proof. This episode will tackle questions like:

• Why do minor differences between eyewitness accounts often strengthen rather than weaken credibility?
• What makes evidence different from speculation, suspicion, or "gut feelings"?
• How does confirmation bias keep people believing weak arguments?
• How have logical fallacies fueled conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie's murder?
• Has Candace Owens been consistent in the claims she's made?
• Why do accusations without evidence undermine both justice and the pursuit of truth?
• What does Occam's Razor suggest about the most likely explanation based on the available evidence?
• What do we currently know about Tyler Robinson and the upcoming trial?
• How does Satan wage war against reality by promoting lies over truth?
• What manipulation tactics are being used to keep people tuning in?

This conversation isn't about silencing honest questions. It's about refusing to let speculation replace evidence, no matter who makes the claim.

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Resources mentioned during the episode (video clips in order of appearance):

Candace’s Podcast Episode containing CPR Allegations - https://www.youtube.com/live/sKuYLNx3iRo?si=OG7MLsT-JJZkOJo6

Second Compilation Video from Nathan Livingstone - https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/2070406164756808101

Jeremy Boreing Video - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uwlV1BdONSU

Cold Case Christianity by J. Warner Wallace -https://a.co/d/02jM6ANO

The War on Reality: Recovering Truth in a World That Celebrates Lies -https://thewaronreality.com/

PastorsBrief.com -https://pastorsbrief.com

America 250 Guide - https://crossexamined.org/america250

Earlier this week, historian Bill Federer joined Frank to explore the biblical ideas that shaped the foundation of America. In this follow-up conversation, Bill returns to bring the Declaration of Independence's most influential figures to life through their faith, their sacrifices, and the extraordinary stories of divine providence that many believed shaped America's fight for independence. Join Frank and Bill as they answer questions like:

• Who was John Witherspoon and what role did he play in America's fight for independence?
• What role did different denominations play in the formation of the 13 original colonies?
• How can we sum up Judeo-Christian Western civilization in America using only one word?
• Why do some people claim that it was a miracle (at least providential) how traitor Benedict Arnold was caught?
• What happened after the Battle of Cowpens in 1781 that had even a British officer calling the rising and falling waters that aided the Americans “almost miraculous”?
• What happened to Richard Stockton, Carter Braxton, and the rest of the 56 Founding Fathers?
• What sacrifices did the Founding Fathers make after signing the Declaration of Independence and what ultimate price did some of them pay?
• What's the shocking history of British starving ships?
• What can we learn from the Founders' courage and convictions as we seek to preserve the freedoms they fought so hard to secure?

John Adams once wrote, "Posterity, you will never know how much it costs the present generation to preserve your freedom. I hope you will make good use of it. If you do not, I shall repent in heaven that I ever took half the pains to preserve it." We need to preserve it, ladies and gentlemen, and the way you can do that is get informed and to stand up. Go to AmericanMinute.com, sign up for Bill's fabulous email, and check out his books in the list of resources below!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

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

American Minute - https://americanminute.com/

Miracles in American History by Susie & Bill Federer - https://americanminute.com/collections/printed-books/products/miracles

America's God and Country - Encyclopedia of Quotations by Bill Federer - https://bit.ly/4eByLIK

The Independence Day American Minute with Bill Federer - https://bit.ly/445TEpq

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How did America REALLY begin? As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, claims that the Founding Fathers were mostly deists and that Christianity had little influence on America's founding have become increasingly common. But does the historical record support those claims, or are misinformed pundits trying to rewrite our past while jeopardizing our future?

Joining Frank to set the record straight is the one-and-only, Bill Federer, author and founder of American Minute. Together, Frank and Bill unpack the biblical ideas that shaped America's founding, explore what made the American experiment so revolutionary, and examine why so many misconceptions about the Founders persist today. Tune in as they answer questions like:

• Who was the first globalist in the history of the world according to the Bible?
• Why did the founders want to escape the ruling of King George?
• Where did America's Founders get the idea that they could rule themselves without a king?
• How was this idea different from the Roman Republic?
• Do our rights come from God or the government?
• How do we know the founders were Bible-believing Christians and not deists?
• Who pioneered the concept of different Christian denominations living together in the same geographic area?
• What event led up to the first Continental Congress?
• What makes America's constitutional republic so unique in world history?
• What did Benjamin Franklin REALLY think about Christianity?

This conversation is only the beginning! Bill returns on Friday's episode to share astonishing stories of God's providence throughout American history--from unlikely victories to moments that seem almost impossible to explain. If you enjoy discovering the surprising ways God works through history, you don't want to miss Part 2 of this fascinating series!

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/

Miracles in American History by Susie & Bill Federer - https://americanminute.com/collections/printed-books/products/miracles

America's God and Country - Encyclopedia of Quotations by Bill Federer - https://bit.ly/4eByLIK

‘The War on Reality’ PREORDER NOW to receive your bonuses! - https://thewaronreality.com/

What are the consequences when a charming, seminary-trained politician misquotes Scripture and how can we discern biblical truth from error? Frank welcomes Ryan Crews, a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and CrossExamined Board Member, to examine the twisted theology of Texas State Representative James Talarico, who's currently running for the U.S. Senate.

Using Talarico's own words and video clips (not secondhand claims), Frank and Ryan compare his teachings with Scripture and explain why many of his views cross the line from theological error into outright heresy. In this episode, they'll answer questions like:

• Should Christians call out false teachers?
• Which seminary is James Talarico attending and what are their beliefs?
• What does James Talarico get right and what does he get wrong?
• Why are atheists easier to understand compared to someone who claims to be a Christian but pours different meaning into what's written in the Bible?
• Did Jesus ever ask to be worshipped or claim to be God?
• What is one of Jesus' biggest "mic-drop" moments in the Gospels?
• Do humans have a divine nature because we're made in the image of God?
• Is the Resurrection of Jesus just an allegorical story?
• Is the Bible silent on abortion?

Before Christians allow any public figure to influence their understanding of Jesus, Scripture, or politics, they should first investigate whether that person's teaching aligns with the Word of God. Tune in to hear the receipts as Frank and Ryan examine Talarico's own words in light of Scripture.

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/

Who Do You Say That I Am, James Talarico? Part 1 by Ryan Crews - https://bit.ly/4uUpRel

The Incarnate Christ and His Critics - https://a.co/d/0bgsf35u

‘The War on Reality’ PREORDER NOW to receive your bonuses! - https://thewaronreality.com/

Pastors Brief - https://crossexamined.org/pastors-brief/

Retired Green Beret, husband, father, and former Virginia legislator Nick Freitas has spent a lifetime in demanding roles. Today he returns to share more bite-sized nuggets of wisdom from his unique life experiences while answering questions like:

• What is biblical masculinity and femininity?
• How are men and women being targeted with entirely different lies by the Left and the Right?
• What are the biggest problems with progressive ideologies like socialism and Marxism?
• How does Nick explain one of the weirdest partnerships in modern politics—the "Red-Green Alliance"?
• Why is Islamophobia a bogus term?
• Why does Islam see the Left and the West as "useful idiots"?
• What's the most important thing people need to know about the U.S. government and Constitution?
• Why did God place the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil in the Garden of Eden in the first place?
• If Nick could make everyone in America understand ONE thing about Christianity, what would it be?

If you missed the first half of this conversation, you need to go back and get caught up! Be sure to follow Nick on your favorite social media platform and check out his new book, 'The Manbook: A Point-by-Point Guide to Sucking It Up and Getting the Job Done'.

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/

Mic-Drop Wisdom on Marriage, Manhood, Lawn Care, and MORE! - https://youtu.be/8nBuFWNhhXc

‘The Manbook’ by Nick Freitas - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063434083

Invite Nick to speak at your church! → [email protected]

‘The War on Reality’ PREORDER NOW to receive your bonuses! - https://thewaronreality.com/