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Is Judging the Ultimate Sin? Unpacking the Chip & Joanna Gaines Controversy PLUS Q&A
HGTV's favorite home-renovating duo, Chip & Joanna Gaines, recently found themselves at the center of controversy after featuring a same sex couple on their new show. While they're known for flipping houses, some Christians are now asking, have they flipped their theology too?In this solo midweek podcast episode, Frank addresses the cultural pressure Christians face when it comes to affirming homosexuality, and whether it’s ever wrong for believers to judge the sinful behavior of others. Tune in as Frank reacts to the backlash coming from both sides and answers questions like:Did Jesus tell us never to judge?Is it wrong to address sinful behavior that can hurt other people?What's the difference between judging and being judgmental?What are the 4 most popular secular and cultural beliefs that have made their way into Christianity?Are our feelings a trustworthy guide for moral decisions?How did Chip Gaines miss the mark during his recent tweet directed towards "modern American Christians"?What’s the best way to correct someone without being obnoxious?Later in the show, Frank also answers more of your listener questions including:Is there a New Testament version of Jeremiah 29:11 that can be applied to modern-day Christians?Can people be saved if they believe baptism is essential for salvation?What are biblical chiasms, and how do they affect biblical interpretation?What evidence shows the disputed long ending of Mark WAS in the original?Resources mentioned during the episode:Would Jesus Attend a Gay Wedding? - https://youtu.be/Ulbi94VvxSY Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PPY2CWQHollywood Heroes by Frank & Zach Turek - https://bit.ly/3Or82AxThe Longer Ending of Mark is Authentic! - https://youtu.be/r1Shh2m6w5A
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Standing for Christ on the NBA Court with Jonathan Isaac
Would you compromise your Christian faith to save your job, your relationships, and your reputation? Or would you have the courage to stand up for what you believe, no matter the consequences?On July 31, 2020, the Orlando Magic starting forward, Jonathan Isaac, was the lone NBA player not to kneel for the national anthem amid a league-wide demonstration in support of Black Lives Matter. This week, Frank sits down with Jonathan to talk through his inspirational story of faith, conviction, and courage in the face of overwhelming pressure. In this episode, you’ll learn:How did Jonathan first become a Christian?What apologetics arguments solidified his quest for seeking out the truth?How did Jonathan overcome panic attacks and find his true identity beyond basketball?What was it like being the only player on his team not to kneel during the national anthem and how did his teammates react?What kind of backlash (and unexpected blessings) followed his decision?What are some of the unique psychological struggles associated with being a professional basketball player?Why did Denzel Washington say "fame is a monster" and how does Jonathan stay grounded in Christ amid the fame, money, and pressure of the NBA?What surprising thing happened after Jonathan was dropped by Nike?We hope this episode encourages you to boldly live out your Christian faith, even when it’s unpopular. To learn more about Jonathan’s powerful story, grab a copy of his book, 'Why I Stand', and check out his sneaker and Christian apparel line at WeAreUnitus.com.Resources mentioned during the episode:'Why I Stand' by Jonathan Isaac - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956007067Unitus Faith-Forward Footwear & Apparel - https://weareunitus.com/
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Why the Foundations of Islam Are Now Crumbling with Dr. Jay Smith - Part 2
How much do you really know about Islam? Is it possible that we've never been told the full story about the historic origins of Muhammad, Mecca, and the Qur'an? In this midweek episode, Frank continues his fascinating conversation with Islam expert, Dr. Jay Smith, who has dedicated his life to evangelizing Muslims. Together, they expose the shocking lack of historical and manuscript evidence for the Qur’an, the prophet Muhammad, and even the city of Mecca itself. Together, Frank and Dr. Smith address questions like:What is the earliest manuscript evidence for the Qur’an, and why do over 2,000 variants raise serious concerns?Are parts of the Qur’an based on Christian hymns?Is Islam a Christian heresy?Who is John of Damascus and why did he call parts of the Qur’an despicable, terrible, and evil?Why did a top a Muslim scholar recently admit that we don’t have good historical evidence for anything written about what Muhammad said or did?Why are most Muslim scholars so hesitant to talk about the Qur'an’s apparent problems?What's the problem with the Black Stone of Mecca located in Saudi Arabia?Could Islam have originated somewhere other than Mecca?Is it possible that the Muhammad of Islam never existed?What are the four major claims Muslims make about the Qur’an and how do they compare to Jesus and the Bible?What is Dr. Smith's advice for Muslims and Christians when it comes to responding to this material?This riveting conversation will not only expose the inconsistencies in Islam’s origin story, but also highlight the unmatched reliability of the Christian faith in contrast. We should encourage our Muslim friends to consider a better Man and a better Book--Jesus and His Word!Resources mentioned during the episode:Why the Foundations of Islam Are Now Crumbling (Part 1) - https://youtu.be/FS5fiBg5FOI Dr. Smith's website - https://www.pfandercenter.org/Dr. Smith's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@pfanderfilms Muslim Scholar Throws the Historicity of Muhammad UNDER THE BUS! - https://youtu.be/I7QdOw8RVJ4 Two New Findings That Muhammad Didn't Exist - https://youtu.be/wy_iD6Lf6MY Investigating Islam - https://youtu.be/40DclW84HkM Dismantling Islam PowerPoint Slides - https://bit.ly/dismantlingislam
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Why the Foundations of Islam Are Now Crumbling with Dr. Jay Smith
Did the prophet Muhammad actually exist? How did the Qur’an come into existence? And did Islam really begin in Mecca? If you think you know a lot about the historic origins of Islam--think again!Frank welcomes Dr. Jay Smith to the program, a legendary defender of the faith and top Christian apologist to Muslims who spent over two decades at the legendary Speaker’s Corner in London. Dr. Smith shares personal experiences from his years evangelizing Muslims, challenging Islamic claims, and navigating the theological and historical issues at the core of Islam. During this eye-opening conversation, Frank and Dr. Smith tackle questions like:What was it like to evangelize at Speaker's Corner in London for 25 years and why is it a magnet for Muslims?How did the events of 9/11/2001 change the dynamic between the world's two largest competing religious worldviews--Christianity and Islam?Why is using the Qur’an helpful when sharing the Gospel with Muslims?What is the “three-legged stool” that supports Islam and how does it compare to Christianity?If Mecca is so old, why is there no evidence historically?What are the four genres of S.I.N. (the Standard Islamic Narrative) and why are they being thrown under the bus by some Muslim scholars?Why are there currently 30 official versions of the Qur’an even though it claims to be eternal and unchanged by human hands?Why are the Qur’an's earliest manuscripts shockingly incomplete and why was the biography of Muhammad compiled by a German scholar?Be sure to tune in next week as Frank and Dr. Smith continue unpacking the historical and theological cracks in the foundation of Islam. And don't miss the helpful resources in the list below!Resources mentioned during the episode:Dr. Smith's website - https://www.pfandercenter.org/Dr. Smith's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@pfanderfilms HOT OFF THE PRESS! Muslim Scholar Throws the Historicity of Muhammad UNDER THE BUS! - https://youtu.be/I7QdOw8RVJ4 Two New Findings That Muhammad Didn't Exist - https://youtu.be/wy_iD6Lf6MY Investigating Islam - https://youtu.be/40DclW84HkM Dismantling Islam PowerPoint Slides - https://bit.ly/dismantlingislam
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Has the Holy Spirit Stopped Working? PLUS Is the Bible All We Need?
Why does the Church seem so ineffective (and sometimes corrupt) when it claims to carry the truth? Does this mean the Holy Spirit is no longer at work? And why does Frank recommend so many books on his podcast: Isn't the Bible all we need? Tune in this week as he tackles these pressing listener questions and quickly recaps last week's popular series on the Book of Revelation and the end times while addressing other questions like:Why would God allow His Church to be so corrupt, chaotic, and unfaithful?Do we need to sense the Holy Spirit working in our lives in order for Christianity to be true?Despite its shortcomings, what positive impact has the Church made in the West and all over the world?What is the contrasting difference between Jesus and Muhammad that many people don't understand?What is Sola Scriptura? Does it mean everything we need to know is in the Bible?What are the three tiers of understanding the Bible?What are the three ways to gain wisdom?What is prolegomena and why is it essential to a proper understanding of Scripture?What's the #1 subject kids (and adults) should learn in addition to the Bible?Why is redemption better than innocence?Do you have a question for Frank? Send it to [email protected] for a chance to be featured on a future episode!Resources mentioned during the episode:The Revelation YouTube playlist with Dr. Chip Bennet & Dr. Warren Gage - http://bit.ly/44LbAGLPerson of Interest by J. Warner Wallace - https://a.co/d/2nuyHyiTrain Your Brain Self-Paced Course - https://bit.ly/4lMq6niHow to Interpret Your Bible Self-Paced Course - https://bit.ly/4asZCD6Digging Up the Bible PREMIUM Course -https://bit.ly/446eWTr
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