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You've got questions, and for this midweek podcast, we've got answers! Tune in as Frank dives into your listener questions on Roman Catholicism, Bible Translations, the impact of "gender-affirming care" on transgender patients, and the presidential debate and related issues. During the episode, Frank will address questions like:Why did he leave the Roman Catholic Church?Which Bible translation is the "best," and which translations should be avoided at all costs?Are most people who obtain "gender-affirming care" satisfied with the outcome in the long term?Where can we go to get accurate stats on the transgender issue? What are we to make of the recent presidential debate, the lies that were told, and the media coverup of President Biden’s condition? In what areas have both political parties majorly dropped the ball?What should you do if you don’t like either candidate for President?Frank will also discuss a thought-provoking Facebook post by Dr. Robert Gagnon, which highlights major issues with the Biden Administration and contrasts Republican and Democratic platforms. Be sure to listen in as Frank tackles your latest questions with rapid-fire responses, and stay tuned for another Q&A episode coming next week, where he'll address more of your questions on Romans 9 and free will. To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Resources mentioned during the episode:Book - Roman Catholics and Evangelicals: Agreements and DifferencesSelf-Paced Online Course - How to Interpret Your Bible -Laura Bryant Hanford - Transgenderism Resources PDFRobert Gagnon - Biden Speaks the Truth? Facebook Post

Does the Bible promise prosperity to those who bless and support Israel? In the wake of the October 7th attacks on Israel by the Hamas terrorist group, antisemitism in the West is shockingly at an all-time high. What’s driving this sudden surge in antisemitism, and what can we glean from the Old Testament scriptures in relation to God's covenant with Abraham and how it applies to the modern state of Israel today?This week on the podcast, Dr. Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries, joins Frank to discuss his latest book, 'Should Christians Support Israel?: Seeking a Biblical Worldview in an Impossible Situation.' Tune in as Jeff breaks down the basics of the Israel-Palestine conflict, sharing insights from his recent trip to Israel. He'll reveal the inspiration behind the book, what he observed in Israel, how locals respond to the attacks, and what mainstream media isn’t telling us. During their conversation, Frank and Jeff will answer questions like:Are Christians commanded to support Israel, no matter what?What are the characteristics of genocide, and is Israel guilty of committing these acts?Has the Church replaced Israel?Why is Gen-Z the most antisemitic generation?What explains the widespread hatred towards Israel?Is Hamas worse than the Nazis, and are they an ongoing threat to Israel?Listen as Frank and Jeff unpack the root cause of what's driving unrest in the Gaza Strip and America, exploring signs of hope for Israel's future despite ongoing opposition. They'll also talk about the principles of just war and whether Israel's military response to the horrific Hamas attack was justified. Make sure to grab your FREE copy of Jeff's book to learn more about the plight of Israel and why Christians should support their right to a peaceful existence.To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Claim Your FREE book! - Should Christians Support Israel?

Does today's culture value human life like our Founding Father, Thomas Jefferson, did when he penned the Declaration of Independence? According to statistics compiled by the National Right to Life organization, there have been approximately 63+ million abortions performed in the United States since 1973. While there's no doubt that Jefferson was fully committed to the concept of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for all citizens, many Americans today have been deceived into believing that the right to life only applies to life outside the womb. But if the unborn don't truly hold these inalienable rights as described in our founding documents, does anyone else?Last month, pro-life speaker Seth Gruber joined Frank to talk about his brand-new book (and a documentary of the same name), 'The 1916 Project: The Lyin’, The Witch, and the War We’re In', and to unpack the life of Margaret Sanger and how her death-obsessed legacy continues to cripple modern society. As a continuation of their last conversation, Seth returns to tell us about the fastest-growing pro-life non-profit organization in America, The White Rose Resistance, its inspirational backstory, and why the Church must speak out and be courageous in a hostile culture, no matter the cost. How did we drift so far away from the right to life? Is racism America's original sin? How did Gnosticism influence Margaret Sanger's worldview? What is the danger of spiritual atrophy, and how can you avoid falling into it? You don't want to miss the shocking answers to these questions in this jaw-dropping follow-up episode!To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Listen to Part 1 - The 1916 ProjectSeth's WebsiteThe 1916 ProjectThe White Rose Resistance

What would you do if you learned that your child's school had been plotting an elaborate scheme to legally abduct your child, cutting off all communication from you and forcing them into a state-run facility because they view you as the enemy? Could we really be living in an America where teachers introduce vulnerable students to drugs and pornography, implanting transgender ideology into their minds, all the while deliberately hiding it from their parents? Believe it or not, these horror stories are happening all over the country, even in America's most conservative states! But what can you do to protect your children?This week, Frank sits down with Laura Bryant Hanford, an advocate for human rights, religious freedom and school policy, a contributing writer to The Federalist, and a graduate of Princeton University. As a concerned mother of five herself, Laura's involvement with the Fairfax County's Family Life Education Curriculum Advisory Committee has given her key insight into what's really going on in our educational system and what you can do to change it! During their conversation, Frank and Laura will answer questions like:Why was Laura removed from the school board committee?How are educators successfully grooming children into transgenderism without the knowledge of the parents?How does transgenderism benefit Big Pharma companies?How are online chat rooms being leveraged to indoctrinate kids and hide information from parents?What resources are available for parents who want to stay in the know?How is Transgender Ideology affecting public policy and what are Democrats doing in response?What makes children especially vulnerable to being victims of "Gender-Affirming Care"?The topic of this week's podcast is outrageous and alarming but it could save your child's life (and your peace of mind)! Not only will this episode uncover the multifaceted avenues that can be used to trap innocent kids, but it'll bring awareness to the issue as well as provide you with the resources you need to shield underage youth from these heinous, demonic abuses of power. For more information, you can read Laura's full articles at The Federalist and be sure to download this extremely helpful and comprehensive list of resources to help you stay engaged and take action wherever you live!To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into some great discussions with like-minded Christians while simultaneously providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Resources mentioned during the episode:Laura's articles at The FederalistMore on Sage's story and Sage's LawEven more helpful links, websites, and resources on how to protect our kids (PDF file)

Is the whole of Scripture just a disorganized collection of conflicting documents? Some scholars think so, claiming it to be a battleground for historical contradictions. But what if it's a carefully orchestrated thread woven together and preserved by the Divine Author?Just a few episodes ago, Dr. Chip Bennett wowed listeners with his insights into the resurrection themes and third-day narratives from the Old Testament. For this midweek podcast episode, Chip returns to dive deeper into the Hebrew Bible and uncover how the Messianic prophecies are intertwined with the tales of patriarchs like Jacob, Joseph, Joshua, and Judah. How do some of our daily routines point to the resurrection? Can the story of Cinderella shed light on the Gospel? How does the third day relate to life and death motifs? All these questions and more will be answered at the conclusion of this special three-part series. If you haven't done so already, check out the previous two podcasts in the list of resources below to ensure you're all caught up on Frank and Chip's full conversation!To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Resources mentioned during the episode:Part 1 - Where is the Resurrection Predicted in the Old Testament?Part 2 - Moses, Joshua, and Jesus: MORE "Third Day" References in the Old TestamentGrace Community ChurchChip's YouTube ChannelWatermark Gospel VideosChip's TikTok Videos

How did things like third-trimester abortions, infanticide, euthanasia, critical race theory, transgender ideology, and drag queen story hour become embedded in modern American culture? In an age where children are exposed to pornographic material in their own school libraries and concerned parents are labeled as "domestic terrorists," where can we find the root cause of the underlying worldview that's currently dominating our society? And how did we end up here so quickly? The answers may shock you!In what may be one of the most controversial and revelatory podcast episodes to date, Frank interviews pro-life speaker Seth Gruber, author of the book and soon-to-be-released documentary called 'The 1916 Project', which explores how abortion became the linchpin of secularism and how it's destroying western civilization. As founder of the fastest-growing pro-life non-profit organization in America, The White Rose Resistance, Seth's jaw-dropping research has uncovered the dark history of Margaret Sanger, the founder of Planned Parenthood, and her disturbing, undeniable connection to Nazism, Darwinism, the Jewish Holocaust, and even BLM! During their conversation, Frank and Seth will answer questions like:What's so important about the years 1916 and 1619?What is eugenics, and why did Margaret Sanger specifically target black Americans?Is politics just a front for false religion, and what were Sanger's views on Christianity?Why does Planned Parenthood sponsor the distribution of puberty blockers and porn in children's libraries?What is the connection between the abortion pill and the gas used in the Nazi gas chambers?What's George Floyd got to do with it?How can you contend for life in a culture of death?Where can you catch a viewing of the film 'The 1916 Project'?This episode is rated PG-13, so please proceed with caution if you have young children in the room! No stone will be left unturned in this eye-opening conversation that will shed light on Sanger's satanic religious and political views, America's journey to "progressive" regression, and how you can fight for the future of the nation and the unborn. Pre-order your copy of 'The 1916 Project' today and be on the lookout for an upcoming podcast episode where Seth will return to dive even deeper into this topic!To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Seth's WebsiteThe 1916 ProjectThe White Rose Resistance

Where can we find the concept of the third day being played out in the Old Testament? Esther, Isaac, Daniel, Jonah, and even Goliath point to the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But how do the stories surrounding these Old Testament figures relate to events in the New Testament that occurred both before and after the resurrection of Jesus? Once you see all of these connections, you won't be able to unsee them!Last week, podcast listeners were blown away by Dr. Chip Bennett's exposé of how Jesus is revealed in the Old Testament. And for this midweek podcast, he returns to unpack significant parallels that Bible-believing Christians need to know about! By exploring the richness of interpreting the Scriptures through the literary hermeneutic, Chip will explore key passages from the Old and New Testaments that show how God weaved these stories together to illustrate the Gospel's message beautifully. How is Jesus greater than Moses and David? What's the difference between how the Antiochian Church and the Alexandrian Church interpreted Scripture? How is Chip using TikTok to reach the next generation with the Gospel? Listen as Frank and Chip continue their discussion and uncover MUCH more in the second part of this eye-opening journey through the Bible that's guaranteed to cause a burning in your heart!To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Resources mentioned during the episode:Listen to Part 1: Where is the Resurrection Predicted in the Old Testament?Grace Community ChurchChip's YouTube ChannelWatermark Gospel VideosChip's TikTok Videos

Jesus told His disciples that every story in the Old Testament points to Him. But what did He mean? If you look closely, you'll find that the Hebrew Bible contains 30+ "third-day" references and parallels to Jesus that fly under the radar for most readers. But where exactly are these resurrection prophecies located? And why do so many Christians have trouble picking them up and making the connection to the prophecies that were fulfilled through Jesus in the New Testament?This week, Dr. Chip Bennett, founding and leading pastor of Grace Community Church in Sarasota, FL, joins Frank to uncover some of the Old Testament resurrection parallels that often go unnoticed, even by dedicated students of the Bible. More than just your average pastor, Chip also holds a PhD in Systematic Theology and a Doctorate of Ministry and is here to enthusiastically unpack some of the third-day references that are hidden in plain sight and to give listeners a lesson on the significance of literary hermeneutics. During their conversation, Frank and Chip will answer questions like:Why is it so difficult for many Christians to see Jesus in the Old Testament?What was the inspiration behind the creed in 1 Corinthians 15?Is there a connection between Isaac, Esther, Daniel, Goliath, and Jesus?Did the New Testament writers read the Old Testament and purposely force these prophecies to be fulfilled?Is using this approach to interpret Scripture called typology or something else?This podcast episode is chock full of fascinating material that Chip will delve into at a rapid pace, so get your pen and paper ready! As he unveils some of the captivating connections between people and events of both the Old and New Testaments, you'll likely hear information you've never been exposed to! This episode is just the tip of the iceberg, so be sure to stay tuned for not one but TWO more episodes where Chip will continue to unpack what the Old Testament has to say about the promised Messiah.To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Resources mentioned during the episode:Grace Community ChurchChip's YouTube ChannelWatermark Gospel VideosChip's TikTok Videos

Is it possible that the Bible actually contains errors? And if so, how would these errors impact the message of the Gospel? These are fair questions that some Christians may be afraid to ask. But does an error or two discredit the overall authenticity and reliability of the Scriptures or the historicity of the Resurrection?For this midweek podcast, Dr. Mike Licona, author of the brand new book 'Jesus, Contradicted: Why the Gospels Tell the Same Story Differently' returns to continue unpacking the true meaning of biblical inerrancy and to explore the significance of compositional writing styles of the ancient world. What are some of the "errors" that can be found in the Old and New Testaments, and how do scholars attempt to reconcile some of these discrepancies? Why would God even allow the Bible to include mistakes? Do most Christians really have a high view of Scripture? And just how important was precise accuracy to ancient writers? All this and more will be discussed in the conclusion of this controversial (and important) talk surrounding the trustworthiness of the Bible.To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Mike's book: Jesus, Contradicted: Why the Gospels Tell the Same Story DifferentlyListen to Part 1: Jesus, Contradicted? with Dr. Mike Licona

Do most Christians have the wrong definition of inerrancy? You may have noticed some pretty significant discrepancies between the different Gospel accounts in the New Testament—discrepancies that skeptic Bart Ehrman didn't hesitate to point out during past debates with Dr. William Lane Craig, Jimmy Akin, AND today's guest! Is there a way for Bible-believing Christians to harmonize these variations, or should we throw out the concept of Bible inerrancy altogether?This week, author, Christian apologist, and New Testament scholar Dr. Mike Licona sits down with Frank to expose the truth about "errors" in the Bible, specifically tackling some of Bart Ehrman's objections to the reliability of the New Testament. He'll also discuss the release of his new book, 'Jesus, Contradicted: Why the Gospels Tell the Same Story Differently', which is a resource aimed to help Christians navigate through textual variances. During the episode, Frank and Mike will answer questions like:What is the true meaning of divine inspiration?What is the Chicago Statement of Inerrancy, and what are some of its shortcomings?Did God dictate to the Gospel authors?Are there errors in the original Bible manuscripts?What is literary spotlighting, and how does it apply to the Resurrection narratives?Buckle your seatbelts, friends, because this podcast episode is likely going to make you uncomfortable by challenging much of what you've been taught (or assumed) about biblical inerrancy. Is it okay that the Bible doesn't have camera-like accuracy in some places? Listen as Dr. Licona helps us to take a fresh look at the doctrine of inerrancy and then decide for ourselves. And be sure to pick up a copy of the book, 'Jesus, Contradicted'!To view the entire VIDEO PODCAST, be sure to join our CrossExamined private community. It’s the perfect place to jump into great discussions with like-minded Christians while providing financial support for our ministry.You can also SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE.Mike's book: Jesus, Contradicted: Why the Gospels Tell the Same Story DifferentlyDEBATE: Is the Bible Inerrant? (Mike Licona vs. Richard Howe)