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Jesus Does Exist! A Conversation with Dr. Craig Lantz

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Did Jesus really existand what does history actually say?


In this compelling episode of Emunah, host Dr. Tamara Henry sits

down with Craig Lantz, author of Jesus Does Exist! The Historical Argument
for Jesus of Nazareth, to explore one of the most debated questions in
history: the historical reality of Jesus Christ. Together, they examine the evidence from ancient sources, the reliability
of the New Testament, and why the existence of Jesus is not just a matter of
faithbut a conclusion supported by historical reasoning.


This conversation moves beyond theory to paint a vivid portrait of Jesus

as a real personone who lived, taught, challenged religious systems, and
continues to shape lives today.

Whether you are strengthening your faith or exploring questions about

Jesus for the first time, this episode offers a thoughtful, accessible look at Jesus
as both a historical figure and spiritual leader.


Key Topics

Discussed

  • Historical
    • evidence for the existence of Jesus Christ
  • The reliability
    • of the Gospels and eyewitness testimony
  • Non-Christian
    • sources that reference Jesus
  • Jesus as a
    • historical figure: teacher, healer, and disruptor
  • The connection
    • between historical truth and personal faith

    Key Takeaways

    • Multiple
      • ancient sourcesboth biblical and non-biblicalsupport the existence of
      Jesus
    • Early
      • eyewitness accounts affirm key details of Jesus life, ministry, and death
    • The New
      • Testament holds strong historical credibility when examined alongside
      external evidence
    • Understanding
      • the historical Jesus deepens both faith and personal connection

      About the Guest:

      Dr. Craig Lantz

      Craig Lantz is a theological scholar, religious historian, and Christian

      apologist dedicated to exploring the intersection of faith, history, and the
      supernatural.

      He earned a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from Trinity Theological

      Seminary (1994) and a Ph.D. in Religious Studies from International Seminary
      (1998), specializing in early Christianity and comparative religion.


      With over 20 years of experience as a university campus evangelist, Dr.

      Lantz has ministered both in the United States and internationally, including
      outreach work across Europe and South America. He previously served at Michigan
      State University as an evangelist and campus pastor.


      Dr. Lantz is the author of more than 25 books focused on Christian

      apologetics, theology, and spiritual growth.

      Featured Book

      Jesus Does Exist! The Historical Argument for Jesus of Nazareth

      Available on Amazon

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