Should We Repent for the Sins of Our Ancestors? with Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager
Should reparations be paid to people who are the ancestors of slaves? After all, aren't reparations biblical? On this midweek podcast episode, Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager from The Center for Biblical Unity return to continue the conversation that centers on their new book, 'Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism' and address the following questions:Can a biblical case be made for reparations?What's the major problem with the modern day reparations movement?Is the way we see Black America today a direct result of slavery?Are all disparities due to racism?Did Lyndon Johnson's 'War on Poverty' help or hurt the black community?During the second half of the episode, you'll also hear the fascinating story of how their ministry started, including details of the supernatural event that brought them together and how their friendship remained intact despite the seemingly insurmountable barriers they encountered along the way. It's an amazing testimony of how God still intervenes in our lives today and you definitely don't want to miss it!Resources mentioned during the episode:The Center for Biblical Unity: https://www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism: https://a.co/d/hEuCdwe
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8 Lines of Evidence FROM EGYPT for the Exodus
Did the Exodus REALLY happen? Contrary to popular belief, archaeologists continue to uncover fascinating artifacts that point to the validity of the Israelites' Exodus from Egypt and even more incredible—some of the most compelling evidence comes straight out of Egypt itself!In preparation for Frank’s upcoming trip to Egypt and Saudi Arabia, this podcast episode dives into 8 reasons why we can trust the biblical account of the 1446 B.C. Exodus and some of the details might surprise you! Listen as Frank answers questions like:What archaeological evidence suggests that the Hebrews lived in Egypt prior to 1446 B.C.?Does the biblical account of the Exodus line up with the archaeological evidence?What do some of the Egyptian sources reveal about the historicity of the Bible?What are the surprising parallels between Moses & Jesus?What was the significance of each of the ten plagues against Egypt?Want to see pictures of everything that Frank is talking about? Don't miss the premiere of the video podcast on the CrossExamined YouTube channel TONIGHT (11/29) at 9:00 PM ET where the visuals make the archaeology come to life and stay tuned to our social media channels during the next two weeks to see LIVE video footage from Frank's upcoming trip!
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Top Ten Ways to Advance the Gospel at Holiday Dinners - 2024 Edition
Are you dreading the upcoming holiday dinners where you'll be in close proximity with friends, family, and loved-ones who aren't Christians? Let’s face it—holiday gatherings with friends and family who don't share your worldview can feel awkward. But they’re also incredible opportunities to share the Gospel! If you're in search of some practical tips to make faith conversations a little less painful this Thanksgiving and Christmas, listen up! In this week's podcast, Frank shares 10 practical strategies to help you navigate holiday faith conversations with confidence and without making a scene. He'll answer questions like: Are you setting realistic goals for sharing your faith?Why is listening often more impactful than debating?What role should prayer play when evangelizing? What are 3 tactical questions that you can ask and what common objections should you anticipate?How can you combat scientism and logical fallacies when they arise? And how should you respond if politics comes up? As tempting as it may be, don't be a homebody this year! Use the upcoming holidays to plant seeds and help others think critically about life’s most important questions. If you need backup, download the CrossExamined app for quick access to helpful resources! And from the CrossExamined family to yours: Happy Thanksgiving and happy seed-planting! Did you enjoy this episode? HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING THE PODCAST HERE.Resources mentioned during the episode:CrossExamined App: https://crossexamined.org/app/Tactics: https://a.co/d/3k19L4eThe Four-Point Case for Christianity: https://bit.ly/416ovSiHollywood Heroes: https://bit.ly/3Or82AxOnline Christian Courses: https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/Books and DVD sets: https://impactapologetics.com/How to Avoid Political Turmoil with Your Relatives This Thanksgiving: https://bit.ly/3ZmwqcZTop Ten Ways to Advance the Gospel at Holiday Dinners: https://bit.ly/40JrsWO
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Walking in Unity with Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager
How can we come together as Christians to discuss the controversial issues of race and racism without losing friendships in the process? This week on the podcast, Frank is joined by two people who are no strangers to difficult conversations, Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager, co-founders of The Center for Biblical Unity and co-authors of the brand-new and much anticipated book, 'Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism.' Together, Frank, Monique, and Krista tackle the following questions:Why has the black community historically voted for Democrats?Why did more black men vote for Republicans in this past presidential election?What's the historical connection between slavery and abortion?Why is equating race to LGBTQ+ issues a fallacy?What does Darwinism have to do with racism?Where did the concept of "race" originally come from and is it biblical?What's the definition of systemic racism and how is it different from systematic racism?Why is defining our terms so important?Why do we see such a high percentage of black men committing crimes and going to prison? Is systemic racism to blame?What is the ultimate solution to all of this?Be sure to grab a copy of their book, 'Walking in Unity', for an even more in-depth look at these issues along with clear and concise explanations for why we're all brothers and sisters in the family of Christ!Resources mentioned during the episode:The Center for Biblical Unity: https://www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism: https://a.co/d/hEuCdwe
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How to Make Disciples by Exploring Doubts with CORE Apologetics
How can exploring doubts strengthen your faith as a Christian? Dr. Ben Shaw and Dr. Ron Davis from CORE Apologetics join CrossExamined Board Member, Dan Hodges, to share how their new ministry is training up a new wave of apologists, how they're making disciples, engaging Gen Z, and helping believers and skeptics tackle their doubts. During the conversation, they’ll answer questions like:What are the three types of doubt and why is it important to identify the type of doubt that a person may be dealing with?What has the latest Barna research uncovered about Gen Z's interest in religion?Why are young people beginning to lose faith in social media?Why is it important to have an intellectual and emotional confidence in the Gospel? And what is the value in learning New Testament reliability?Curious to learn more about CORE’s mission and how you can support their work? Visit their website to explore free resources, consider donating, and check out Ben's new book, 'Trustworthy', designed to help introduce believers to the evidence surrounding the Resurrection in a unique way.Resources mentioned during the episode:Core Apologetics ministry: https://www.coreapologetics.com/Trustworthy: Thirteen Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament: https://a.co/d/0IRe2Rf