I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist

If you find yourself getting too much praise from the culture, are you really living your life for Christ? Frank continues the conversation on calling out shepherds from last week by citing an article by Bill Dembski, which explores passages in the New Testament that discuss the promise of persecution and the dangers of being liked too much by the world.Resources mentioned during the episode:BILL DEMBSKI'S ARTICLE: The Scandal of Elite Evangelical CompromiseWASHINGTON STAND REPORT: Evangelicals ‘More Likely to be Shaped by Culture Than to Influence It’

Is it ever appropriate to call out trusted pastors when they get something wrong? In this podcast episode, Frank responds to an email from a pastor and loyal listener who took offense to Frank and Megan Basham's recent criticism of the late pastor (and one of Frank's favorite preachers), Tim Keller.Resources mentioned during the episode:FRANK'S BLOG POST: He Gets Us, But Do We Get Him?KIRSTEN POWERS' ARTICLE: My Complicated Feelings About Tim KellerMARK TOOLEY'S ARTICLE: Church Transparency?TIM KELLER'S Series of Political Tweets in April 2022STEVEN BEGAKIS' ARTICLE: Tim Keller is Wrong About Abortion

Frank is diving into your listener questions! Tune in as he responds to an email from a concerned Christian husband whose wife is currently deconstructing her faith due in part to Christian hypocrisy and "a lack of transformation among Christians as a whole." Then, later in the episode, he addresses a question about politics and the so-called "separation of church and state."Did you enjoy this episode? HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING THE PODCAST HERE.Resources mentioned during the episode: iVoterGuide.comVIDEO: Frank Explains How to Respond to "Christians are Hypocrites!"

Southern Evangelical Seminary professor Dr. Richard Howe sits down with Frank to explore why philosophy is a MUST in our current day and age if we want to be more effective in studying the Bible and reaching a society that no longer believes in truth, absolutes, or objective morality.Resources mentioned during the episode:Travel to Mt. Sinai in Arabia and Egypt with Frank: LivingPassages.comLearn & Teach Logic and Apologetics with your kids this Fall: OnlineChristianCourses.comRichard’s Website: RichardGHowe.comBook: An Introduction to PhilosophySouthern Evangelical Seminary: SES.edu/frank

What can Christian influencers do to prepare for the inevitable avalanche of criticism that comes with doing ministry online or even speaking out in the public square? Christian apologist Alisa Childers joins Frank to share her unique insights based on past experiences of online attacks and how she learned to navigate the digital battlefield while protecting her faith and sanity.Resources mentioned during the episode:Travel to Mt. Sinai in Arabia and Egypt with Frank! LivingPassages.comLearn & Teach Logic and Apologetics with your kids this Fall! OnlineChristianCourses.comAlisa’s website: AlisaChilders.com

Do you ever get the sense that there's growing confusion among Christians on issues we should all agree on? Young Christians today seem especially vulnerable when it comes to discerning right from wrong according to God's Word. What's causing this gap between biblical Christianity and how it’s lived out in the modern world? And what does the Bible REALLY say about the most controversial issues that our culture faces today?This week, the great Greg Koukl, President of Stand to Reason and bestselling author of 'Tactics' and, more recently 'Street Smarts', sits down with Frank during CIA 2024 to explore why so many Christians (both young and old) are struggling to answer EASY questions about the faith, the pro-life position, and sexual morality. During their conversation, Frank and Greg will answer questions like:Why does Christianity fit reality better than any other worldview?Can you be pro-life and pro-capital punishment?How are people attempting to sanitize immorality?Why have gender norms become such a controversial issue, and how did Jesus address marriage and sexuality?Why are so many young Christians compromising on sexual ethics, and what sexual norms are on the horizon?Greg leaves no room for confusion on these hot-button topics, as he allows the Scriptures to speak loud and clear. So sit back and enjoy this insightful podcast episode, where Frank and Greg will encourage you to stand strong in your faith and not fall by the wayside in response to peer pressure from secular culture. Rest assured that faithfulness to Christ still matters!Did you enjoy this episode? HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING THE PODCAST HERE.Greg's Ministry: Stand to ReasonGreg's Q&A Podcast: #STRaskBOOK: TacticsBOOK: Street Smarts

How can Christians effectively share the Gospel's good news with the LGBTQ+ community? Or should we just mind our own business? This week, Christian apologist and founding lead pastor of Image Church, Dr. Bobby Conway, sits down with Frank at the 2024 CrossExamined Instructor's Academy to share the DO's and DONT's of evangelizing the LGBTQ+ community along with some of the BIG LIES you've been fed over the years that often cause Christians to suppress the truth in the name of "tolerance" or prevent them from building friendships with people who identity as gay or transgender.Thankfully, you don't have to be a world-renowned apologist to have fruitful faith conversations, and in this podcast episode, you'll learn how to do it in a non-confrontational and natural way! During their conversation, Frank and Bobby will answer questions like:What #1 goal should Christians have in mind when dialoguing with LGBTQ+ people?Why is it problematic to place our identity on sexual preferences?What are the flaws in the "I was born this way" argument?In what way is the LGBTQ+ community "evangelizing" the Church?How is the media driving the tension between Christians and the LGBTQ+ community?This episode is about helping YOU learn how to break the ice and connect with people who don't share your beliefs. As Bobby shares some incredible stories from daily interactions during his "Starbucks ministry", you'll see that evangelism can be smooth and conversations can stay friendly. And don’t miss out—more exclusive CIA podcast episodes with our favorite Christian apologists are on the way!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.Travel with Frank to Egypt and Mount Sinai: LivingPassages.comBobby's website: ChristianityStillMakesSense.comBobby's YouTube channel: @ChristianityStillMakesSenseBobby's church: IMAGE Church

Why are Christians facing so much hostility when we speak up on political issues? Simply advocating for life in the womb or opposing far-left agendas like Marxism and "gender-affirming care" often gets us labeled as "Christian Nationalists." Should we let this backlash silence us or propel us to become even more outspoken?This week, our good friend and fellow Christian apologist, Natasha Crain, joins Frank at the annual CIA apologetics workshop to discuss some of the key ideas in her signature book, 'Faithfully Different', as well as give us a sneak peek into her upcoming book, 'When Culture Hates You: Persevering for the Common Good as Christians in a Hostile Public Square', scheduled to be released in March 2025. Natasha will share her insights on why people make certain decisions and uncover the hypocrisy of claiming that Christians should avoid hot-button cultural issues in the public square. During their discussion, Frank and Natasha will answer questions like:Is it appropriate to label all Christians as "Christian Nationalists"?How does the Bible define the concept of the "common good" differently from society?How has CRT impacted the political climate in America and the embrace of Islam?Are atheists more qualified to run the country than Christians?How do you respond when people make statements like "there is no Christian party"?This podcast episode reminds us that Christians are called to fulfill both the Great Commission and the Cultural Commission—even if it means facing scrutiny. Don't allow today's cancel culture and religious intolerance to convince you that "staying in your lane" equates to avoiding political topics. Being faithful Christians (and apologists) gives us grounds to make a difference in the culture, so let this special CIA episode encourage you to keep standing for truth!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.Natasha's website: NatashaCrain.comBook: Faithfully DifferentBook: When Culture Hates You (available for pre-order)

Is the so-called "gentle parenting" movement producing a generation of narcissists? Many Christian parents are ditching the Bible's model for childrearing and instead opting for modern-day secular parenting techniques. What are some of the issues that are arising from this shift, and what worldview underpins these new secular methods? Listen up if you're a parent, a grandparent, or even a child! For this midweek podcast, our good friend, MAVEN founder, and CIA Instructor, Brett Kunkle, sits down with Frank at the 2024 CrossExamined Instructor's Academy to discuss this new gentle parenting trend, its flaws, future outcomes, and its devastating impact on today’s youth. What exactly is gentle parenting, and how does it work? Should parents revolve their lives around their kids? What wisdom can we glean from the Bible on parenting, structure, and corporal punishment? And should parents always seek to reason with disobedient children? All these questions and more will be addressed in this special CIA edition of "I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist"!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.BRETT'S MINISTRY: MAVENBRETT'S PODCAST: The MAVEN Parent PodcastARTICLE: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness

CIA 2024 is here, ladies and gentlemen! This year, we're kicking off our annual apologetics workshop with a much-needed conversation surrounding church leadership, accountability, and the doctrine of the Trinity. In this podcast episode, Frank sits down with our good friend, author, and Christian YouTuber, Allen Parr, about what's going on with pastors in Dallas and which analogies for the Trinity just don't work. During their conversation, Frank and Allen will answer questions like:Can fallen pastors be restored? And if so, under what circumstances?What role should elders play in holding pastors accountable?How have pastors often been able to escape church discipline and accountability?Does hypocrisy and poor behavior shown by church leadership prove that Christianity isn't true?Where can we find the Trinity in the Bible, and what analogies (if any) can be used to explain it?Allen will also share some of the details of his recent conversation with Cindy Clemishire, the woman who was victimized by former Gateway Pastor Robert Morris when she was just an adolescent. We'll tackle some pretty touchy subjects and explore what the Bible says about these unfortunate instances of church scandals. We know you'll enjoy this exclusive CIA podcast episode, so be on the lookout for more conversations from more great apologists!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.Allen's website: AllenParr.comAllen's YouTube channel: The B.E.A.T.VIDEO: Robert Morris Accuser Reveals DISTURBING Childhood Abuse Story (EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW)VIDEO: These 5 Common Mistakes DISQUALIFY Preachers from MinistryVIDEO: 5 TRINITY Analogies That Teach Straight Up HERESY!