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Apologetics 315 discusses the topics of Apologetics, Evangelism and the Christian worldview, and interviews a variety of Christian apologists.
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14 ABR. 2025 · Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Apologetics 315 Podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross welcome back J. Warner Wallace and his son Jimmy Wallace to discuss their new graphic novel, 'Case Files: Murder and Meaning.'
The conversation explores their journey into comic books, the collaborative process of creating a graphic novel, and the themes of identity and value within the context of law enforcement. They also discuss the challenges of balancing Christian and secular perspectives in storytelling, aiming to create a narrative that resonates with a diverse audience.
In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of identity, particularly within the context of law enforcement and the creative process behind their graphic novel. They discuss the importance of apologetics in storytelling, the challenges of character development, and the impact of fiction on moral understanding. The dialogue also touches on the future of their series and the hope of reaching both Christian and non-Christian audiences through their work.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests
03:09 The Journey into Comic Books
05:49 Creating a Graphic Novel: The Collaboration
09:11 Exploring Themes of Identity and Value
11:50 Balancing Christian and Secular Perspectives
14:54 The Challenges of Writing for Diverse Audiences
20:27 Struggles of Identity in Law Enforcement
22:28 The Role of Apologetics in Fiction
24:40 Creative Process in Graphic Novels
26:48 Character Development and Artistic Vision
30:11 Exploring Meaning in Life and Death
34:45 The Impact of Fiction on Moral Development
38:41 Future Directions for the Series
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2 ABR. 2025 · Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss the book “Rational Faith” by Stephen T. Davis. They explore the unique approach Davis takes in defending Christianity, emphasizing humility in apologetics and the rational basis for faith. The conversation covers various themes including theistic evolution, the reliability of the Gospels, and arguments for the resurrection of Jesus. The hosts appreciate Davis's ability to present complex ideas in an accessible manner, making a case for Christianity that is both thoughtful and engaging.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:48 Overview of “Rational Faith” by Stephen T. Davis
02:59 Unique Approach to Apologetics
06:10 Humility in Apologetics
09:01 Theistic Evolution and Christianity
11:56 Faith and Reason in Christianity
15:05 Cosmological Arguments for God's Existence
17:52 The Reliability of the Gospels
21:03 The Resurrection of Jesus
34:42 Conclusion and Future Discussions
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6 MAR. 2025 · Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross welcome Professor Ken Samples to discuss his new book, 'Clear Thinking in a Messy World.' The conversation explores the intersection of logic, critical thinking, and the Christian worldview, emphasizing the importance of discernment and understanding cognitive biases.
The hosts and Ken delve into the significance of Jesus as a logician and thinker, the role of science and philosophy in achieving objectivity, and the necessity of careful thinking in today's information-saturated environment. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the significance of logic and critical thinking, emphasizing their role as tools for clearer thinking and better work across various fields.
They discuss the importance of understanding logical fallacies while maintaining a charitable approach in discussions. The conversation also highlights the necessity of character development in education, the value of revisiting great books, and the idea of the church functioning as a school for intellectual growth. Practical steps for fostering a more intellectually engaging church environment are shared, along with insights on mastering topics through worldview thinking and utilizing resources effectively for learning.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
03:30 The Significance of Logic in Christianity
09:55 Jesus as a Logician and Thinker
16:08 The Importance of Discernment in a Messy World
21:58 Understanding Cognitive Biases
29:56 The Role of Science and Philosophy in Objectivity
37:33 The Power of Logic and Critical Thinking
40:08 Understanding Logical Fallacies
48:37 The Importance of Character in Education
49:05 Books That Shape the Mind
56:14 The Church as a School
01:02:58 Mastering a Topic Through Worldview Thinking
01:09:11 Utilizing the Book for Learning
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30 ENE. 2025 · Episode Summary:
In this episode, Brian and Chad welcome Melissa Dougherty, author and apologist, to discuss the influence of the New Thought movement on modern culture and Christianity. Melissa shares insights from her book, explaining how New Thought has infiltrated self-help teachings, Word of Faith theology, and broader church beliefs. She also explores its historical roots and the challenges of recognizing and addressing these ideas in Christian circles.
Key Topics Discussed:
1. Introduction to New Thought
Overview of New Thought as a movement distinct from New Age beliefs.
How it has subtly shaped modern self-help, prosperity gospel, and even mainstream Christian teachings.
2. The Influence of New Thought in Popular Culture
Connections to figures like Oprah Winfrey and self-help gurus.
The role of books like Think and Grow Rich in spreading New Thought principles.
Influence on multi-level marketing (MLM) mindset and motivation tactics.
3. Theological Implications and Concerns
How New Thought distorts biblical concepts such as faith, prayer, and God's sovereignty.
The impact on Word of Faith theology and the prosperity gospel.
The dangers of "manifesting" and the law of attraction from a biblical perspective.
4. Engaging with Those Influenced by New Thought
Melissa’s research approach, including attending Unity churches and speaking with adherents.
The importance of asking thoughtful questions rather than attacking beliefs.
Encouraging discernment and deeper biblical study to counteract misleading teachings.
5. Practical Steps for Listeners
How to recognize New Thought influence in Christian teaching.
Resources for deeper study, including Melissa’s book and other apologetics materials.
Encouragement to develop strong hermeneutics and biblical literacy.
Quotable Moments:
"New Thought isn’t New Age—it’s something much sneakier because it uses Christian language."
"If the faith cure movement, Pentecostalism, and New Thought had a baby, it would be the Word of Faith movement."
"We need to understand scripture in context, rather than cherry-picking verses to fit our desires."
Resources Mentioned:
Happy Lies: How a Movement You Probably Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World by Melissa Dougherty
Melissa Dougherty’s YouTube Channel
Apologetics 315 Website: apologetics315.com
SpeakPipe for listener questions: speakpipe.com/apologetics315
Truthbomb Apologetics Blog: truthbomb.blogspot.com
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19 ENE. 2025 · Episode Summary:
In this first episode of 2025, Brian Auten and Chad Gross dive into a "Cornucopia" of topics, offering an eclectic mix of discussion points for anyone interested in apologetics, Christian living, and the new year ahead. The hosts share insights on their favorite apologetic arguments, explore the reliability of the New Testament, and provide encouragement for Christian parents. They also discuss Wesley Huff's recent debate and appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, reflecting on lessons learned and the importance of humility and grace in apologetic engagement. The episode wraps up with reflections on God's will, advice for parents raising children in the faith, and plans for upcoming book discussions in the podcast.
Time Stamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Happy New Year from Brian and Chad! Overview of the "Cornucopia" episode.
02:31 – Quickfire Apologetics Questions: Favorite topics, arguments, and conversation starters.
09:31 – Favorite Argument to Explain: Resurrection vs. design vs. contingency.
14:24 – Key Question for Non-Believers: How to initiate meaningful faith conversations.
21:22 – Illustrating the Moral Argument: Using movie characters like the Joker to highlight objective morality.
26:05 – Content Creation vs. Artistry: Balancing authenticity with modern pressures of creating content.
40:35 – Wesley Huff's Joe Rogan Appearance: Reflections on debates, patience, and truth in apologetics.
54:43 – Book Club Announcement: Rational Faith by Stephen T. Davis – What to expect.
01:02:01 – Listener Question: What does "God's will" mean in different contexts?
01:13:56 – Encouragement for Christian Parents: When children stray from faith – lessons from Genesis.
01:21:16 – Closing Thoughts and Gratitude: Looking ahead to new episodes and topics.
Rational Faith by Stephen T. Davis: https://www.amazon.com/Rational-Faith-Philosophers-Defense-Christianity/dp/0830844740
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11 NOV. 2024 · Summary
In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auden and Chad Gross engage with Dr. Michael Licona, a prominent New Testament scholar, to discuss his latest book, 'Jesus Contradicted.' The conversation delves into the historical reliability of the Gospels, addressing the differences in accounts and how they can be understood within the context of ancient biography. Dr. Licona shares insights from his extensive research, emphasizing the importance of compositional devices used by ancient biographers and how these techniques can illuminate our understanding of the Gospels.
The discussion also explores various responses to Gospel differences, providing a nuanced perspective on the trustworthiness of biblical texts. They discuss the nature of inspiration and inerrancy, emphasizing that the differences in the Gospel accounts do not undermine the truth of Christianity. The dialogue highlights the importance of understanding the historical context and literary techniques employed in ancient writings, advocating for a more nuanced approach to biblical interpretation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction of Michael Licona
01:44 Exploring Gospel Differences and Historical Reliability
08:43 Responses to Gospel Differences
13:26 Understanding the Genre of the Gospels
19:11 Compositional Devices in the Gospels
26:19 Exploring the Resurrection Accounts
30:08 Understanding Compositional Devices in Gospel Writing
34:55 The Nature of Inspiration and Inerrancy
43:35 Practical Approaches to Gospel Differences
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24 OCT. 2024 · Summary
In this episode of the Apologetics 315 Podcast, host Chad Gross interviews Eric Chabot about his essay, 'Does the Resurrection of Jesus Prove He is the Jewish Messiah?' The conversation explores Chabot's background, his work with Ratio Christi, and the significance of the resurrection in the context of Jewish messianic expectations. Chabot discusses the concept of the Messiah, the varied expectations of the Jewish people in the first century, and the challenges faced when discussing these topics with secular Jews. The episode culminates in Chabot's argument for how the resurrection of Jesus fulfills the role of the Messiah as outlined in the Old Testament. He discusses the role of Israel as a light to the nations and how Jesus fulfills this calling through his ministry and resurrection. He explores Jewish identity, common objections to Jesus as the Messiah, and the significance of the resurrection in proving Jesus' messianic claims. The discussion also delves into the interpretation of Isaiah 53 and the complexities of Jewish reactions to Jesus, emphasizing the need for understanding and dialogue. Eric concludes by recommending resources for further study on these topics.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Apologetics 315 Podcast
03:11 Interview with Eric Chabot: The Resurrection and the Messiah
09:38 Understanding the Concept of Messiah
13:52 Exploring First Century Messianic Expectations
19:17 Challenges in Conversations about the Messiah
23:55 Making the Case for Jesus as the Jewish Messiah
29:07 Israel's Calling and the Light to the Nations
32:16 Jewish Identity and Beliefs
34:38 Common Objections to Jesus as Messiah
37:25 Evidential Concerns and the Resurrection
41:31 Isaiah 53: The Messianic Debate
47:32 Understanding Jewish Reactions to Jesus
54:14 Resources for Further Study
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27 SEP. 2024 · Summary
In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross speak with Benjamin Shaw, a distinguished Christian apologist and author of https://www.ivpress.com/trustworthy.'The discussion covers Shaw's personal journey into apologetics, the importance of New Testament reliability, and the historical criteria that support it. Shaw emphasizes the cumulative approach to understanding the New Testament, the significance of the Gospels as Greco-Roman biographies, and the value of both Christian and non-Christian sources in establishing the reliability of the New Testament. The conversation also touches on the minimal facts approach to the resurrection and the mission of Core Apologetics to make apologetic resources more accessible to churches and believers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
05:46 Introducing Benjamin Shaw and His Work
06:14 Benjamin Shaw's Background and Journey
11:29 Lessons from Gary Habermas
14:52 Core Apologetics and Its Mission
15:50 Exploring New Testament Reliability
16:19 Historical Criteria for Reliability
21:53 Understanding Trustworthiness and Reliability
23:47 Cumulative Approach to Reliability
26:11 Gospels as Greco-Roman Biographies
30:02 Authorship and Its Importance
37:02 Non-Christian Sources and Their Value
41:49 Confidence in Early Sources
48:32 Persuasive Arguments for Reliability
54:39 Minimal Facts vs. Maximal Approach
58:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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10 SEP. 2024 · Summary
In this conversation, Brian and Chad interview J. Warner Wallace, a former cold case detective turned Christian apologist and author. They discuss his new book, 'The Truth and True Crime: What Investigating Death Teaches Us About the Meaning of Life.'
The book explores the intersection of true crime and spirituality, focusing on 15 principles that lead to human flourishing. They delve into topics such as the three motivations behind every crime (money, sex, and power), the dangers of fame and power within the church, the fascination with true crime, and the relevance of the book for both believers and non-believers.
In this conversation, they discuss the themes of identity, suffering, and finding meaning in life. They explore how trauma can shatter our worldview and expectations, and how redefining our identity in Christ can help us flourish post-trauma. They also discuss the importance of having a narrative that includes the persisting self and the hope and reduced fear of dying that comes from a Christian worldview. Jim shares his personal struggle with redefining his identity after retiring as a police officer and offers insights on how to find true meaning and purpose in life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:54 Interview with J. Warner Wallace
09:06 The Dangers of Fame and Power Within the Church
11:26 Marriage and Identity
13:18 The Proximity Principle and Friendships
15:28 The Fascination with True Crime
18:05 Writing with Personal Interest and Creativity
21:53 Relevance for Believers and Non-Believers
23:23 Addressing Both Believers and Unbelievers
24:17 Redefining Identity in Christ: Finding Meaning and Purpose
26:13 Flourishing Post-Trauma: Rethinking Worldview and Expectations
29:06 The Power of a Christian Worldview: Hope and Reduced Fear of Dying
36:53 Finding True Meaning: Making Christ Known Through Our Lives
41:34 Navigating the Risk of Suffering: The Resources of the Christian Worldview
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22 AGO. 2024 · Summary
In this conversation, Chad Gross interviews Eric Hernandez about the existence of the soul. They discuss the definition of the soul, the relationship between the mind and the brain, and the arguments against physicalism. Eric presents the case for substance dualism and argues that consciousness cannot be reduced to physical properties. They also touch on the panpsychist view of consciousness and its implications. The conversation delves into the philosophy of mind and the implications for atheism and theism. In this conversation, Eric Hernandez discusses the concept of the soul and argues against physicalism and in favor of substance dualism. He presents three arguments for the existence of the soul: identity through change, indivisibility of personhood, and the argument from free will. Hernandez emphasizes that if physicalism is true, determinism is also true, which would undermine moral responsibility and intellectual integrity. He recommends J.P. Moreland's books 'The Soul: How We Know It's Real and Why It Matters' and 'Body and Soul: Human Nature and the Crisis in Ethics' as resources for further study on the philosophy of mind and the soul.
Takeaways
- The soul can be defined as an immaterial substance that possesses consciousness and animates the body.
- Consciousness cannot be reduced to physical properties, and therefore physicalism is false.
- Panpsychism suggests that consciousness is fundamental to reality and can arise under the right conditions.
- The arguments surrounding consciousness and the soul have implications for atheism and theism.
- The philosophy of mind is an important area of study for understanding the nature of consciousness. The concept of the soul is central to understanding human nature and consciousness.
- Physicalism, the belief that everything is physical, cannot account for the existence of consciousness and free will.
- Arguments for the existence of the soul include identity through change, indivisibility of personhood, and the argument from free will.
- If physicalism is true, determinism is also true, which undermines moral responsibility and intellectual integrity.
- Further study on the philosophy of mind and the soul can be pursued through books by J.P. Moreland.
Sound Bites
"I don't have a soul, but rather I am a soul and I have a body."
"If physicalism is true, consciousness can't exist."
"Why not just become a Christian? That's exactly the heart of the Christian worldview."
"Philosophy of mind is where it's at and where it's going to be."
"I am either an immaterial soul or an immaterial substance."
"I am not a purely physical object. I am a soul."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Movie Discussion
02:40 Interview with Eric Hernandez: The Existence of the Soul
09:30 Defining the Soul and Substance Dualism
19:27 Consciousness and the Mind-Brain Relationship
25:06 Objections to Dualism and the Panpsychist View
31:43 Justin Schieber's View on Consciousness
36:28 Moral Obligation and Implications for Atheism and Theism
37:28 Understanding the Concept of the Soul
39:26 Challenging Physicalism and Arguing for Substance Dualism
44:32 Three Arguments for the Existence of the Soul
50:02 The Implications of Determinism for Moral Responsibility and Intellectual Integrity
58:01 Recommended Resources for Further Study on the Soul
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Apologetics 315 discusses the topics of Apologetics, Evangelism and the Christian worldview, and interviews a variety of Christian apologists.
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