Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jan 18, 2022 11:08 PM

Do abortion-choice advocates hold a morally superior view or is their position discriminatory? Alan unpacks this question in this month’s episode.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jan 25, 2022 12:19 AM

Transgender people believe their internal state accurately reflects what their body should be like, but why presume one’s internal psychological thinking is always correct?

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Feb 11, 2022 8:12 PM

Alan responds to a tweet that suggests that transgender people are fixing God’s mistakes.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Feb 23, 2022 12:53 AM

The Christian claim is that every believer who is transformed by the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit experiences a change of identity and lifestyle, including LGBT people.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Mar 7, 2022 9:50 PM

If we honor God’s pronouns revealed in Scripture, why aren’t we willing to honor people’s preferred pronouns? Alan explains why the two situations are not parallel.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On May 12, 2022 12:36 AM

Alan responds to the claim by some gender theorists that God’s pronouns should be they/them.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 4, 2022 8:10 PM

A popular tweet claims that if someone can believe God became a man, then they can also believe that a man can become a woman. Alan unpacks this tweet, defines some key terms, and shows why the...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jul 19, 2022 2:04 AM

To be effective at teaching apologetics to people in different cultures, you need to think like an ambassador. Here are three things to keep in mind.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Sep 12, 2022 9:45 PM

If a man murders another man, but they both end up in Hell because neither put their trust in Christ, how is that just? The answer gets right to the heart of the gospel.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Sep 18, 2022 2:01 AM

Many biologists, doctors, and scientists tell us today that sex is on a spectrum or that there are more than two sexes. Alan addresses this claim by looking at the evidence from both Scripture and...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Oct 31, 2022 11:13 PM

A recent article in The Guardian posted some misleading images of “what is actually being removed in early pregnancy.” Alan explains.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Dec 8, 2022 11:04 PM

Alan explains two reasons why abortion-choice advocates insist that pro-life arguments are religious.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Dec 12, 2022 10:41 PM

The next time someone tells you the unborn aren’t human persons, try this tactic from our new Stand to Reason University course, Making Abortion Unthinkable.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Dec 20, 2022 3:29 AM

There are many laws that allow women to end the lives of their unborn children. Despite this reality, there are still some state laws in place that protect unborn children, which leads to a...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jan 9, 2023 4:48 PM

Some object to the idea that Jesus paid the penalty for our sins through his death on the cross, calling it “child sacrifice.” Alan, however, offers three reasons why characterizing it that way is...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Feb 8, 2023 5:46 PM

Alan addresses a progressive Christian who claims that Jesus wants LGBT people to “come out,” by explaining how he misuses a common literary device.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Feb 23, 2023 12:56 AM

Alan responds to the claim that Christians are motivated to be kind solely because they want to convert people.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Mar 11, 2023 2:54 AM

In a previous article about why Christians are kind to others, why did Alan say he “likes” people instead of that he “loves” them? And what’s the difference? Alan explains.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Mar 12, 2023 7:46 PM

When it comes to answering critical questions about how we humans should live, identify, and behave sexually, who should we listen to? Man or our Maker?

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Apr 12, 2023 10:03 PM

A recent article in The Guardian displayed some misleading images of what is removed in an abortion from a 9-week pregnancy. Alan explains the problems with the article and the images.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On May 10, 2023 9:05 PM

Some Christians and many former Christians are promoting a trendy approach to doubting and questioning your faith called deconstruction. Is it the same as reforming your faith? Alan explains the...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On May 16, 2023 12:30 AM

Was it wrong for Florida to deny a woman an abortion when physicians knew the baby wouldn’t survive long after delivery? Here’s how you can use the “Trot out the Toddler” tactic to help someone...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 13, 2023 7:36 PM

Alan describes the inconsistency in current laws surrounding abortion and homicide and offers a simple solution.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 20, 2023 4:32 AM

When people reject their Maker, they no longer have an external source to tell them who they are, so they often tap into their inner thoughts and feelings to create their own identity. This...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jul 11, 2023 7:08 PM

Alan offers three steps to respond to the rhetorically powerful, yet flawed argument that women might get injured or killed through dangerous, back-alley abortions if abortion is made illegal.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Aug 10, 2023 6:11 PM

Alan addresses the objection that Christians are only kind to people so they can convert them.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Sep 10, 2023 8:48 PM

Why has it become so hard to define a woman? Alan looks at a few definitions that are offered, explains what’s wrong with them, and then offers his own definition.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:40 PM

Alan explains how some Christians are compromising on the topic of homosexuality.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:41 PM

I was saddened and surprised to hear that Exodus International is closing down.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:41 PM

Find out what scholars—even skeptical, non-Christian ones—are saying about the facts surrounding the resurrection and how that can be used as evidence that Jesus rose from the grave.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:42 PM

Alan highlights a scientific study that demonstrates that homosexual orientation in adolescents is changeable.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:44 PM

Alan’s monthly letter for September 2013 “How do you stay positive when change seems impossible?”

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:45 PM

Alan explains that Christians shouldn’t measure their success on results, but on something else.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:45 PM

Alan discusses his monthly letter for October 2013.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:45 PM

Alan responds to a claim from the Qur’an that Jesus didn’t die on the cross.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM

Most of the world seems to believe that same-sex attraction can’t be changed.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM

Alan explains the one, inconvenient truth that undermines the gay rights narrative.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM

Alan answers the question of whether killing an abortionist to protect the unborn is parallel to killing a person who attempts to murder a toddler.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM

Alan answers the challenge from abortion-choice advocates who ask pro-lifers, “How many babies have you adopted?”

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM

Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God? Alan answers this question by providing a unique understanding of how to understand the notion of God.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM

Is faith blind? Alan answers this question by explaining the biblical definition of faith.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM

The SLED Test is a simple argument against abortion.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM

Alan answers the challenge that opponents of same-sex marriage sometimes commit the slippery slope fallacy when they argue that same-sex marriage will lead to other forms of “marriage” like...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM

Alan responds to the challenge that American Christians should retreat from the same-sex marriage issue because it’s unwinnable for them.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM

Alan addresses the following claim: Morality is doing what is right regardless of what you are told. Religion is doing what you are told regardless of what is right.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM

Alan provides a simple, yet powerful tactic to help you deal with the topic of evolution.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM

“The days of comfortable and acceptable Christianity are now over,” said Robert George.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM

I was recently interviewed by students about the injustice of abortion. I thought I’d share my answers. This post is the first of two parts.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM

I was recently interviewed by students about the injustice of abortion. I thought I’d share my answers. You can read the first part of the interview here. This post is the second part of that...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM

Sometimes people are puzzled. They think, Shouldn’t we teach Christians about Christianity? Why are you teaching them about Islam and taking them to mosques? That’s a good question.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM

Have you ever given someone a free ride? I know you’re a nice person and have probably helped a neighbor in need. There’s one free ride, though, you need to stop giving

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM

Alan explains a tactic that can help you respond to any challenge raised against your view.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM

Alan explains the details of a mosque experience and the benefits of taking Christians to mosques.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:49 PM

Alan gives a short recap of his trip to Beirut, Lebanon. He highlights the experiences of training the persecuted church and meeting his cousin who recently fled Baghdad, Iraq.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:49 PM

Alan answers the question of whether we are at war with Muslims. He also offers a handy tactic to help you determine whether a doctrine or behavior is truly Islamic.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:49 PM

The test was positive. He had cancer. The tumor was only six centimeters, but because it was in his trachea (his windpipe), it had almost completely blocked his ability to breathe.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:50 PM

Alan explains why embryonic stem cell research is not only morally problematic, but ineffective at treating disease and disability. Instead, he offers a scientific alternative.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:50 PM

If homosexuals are bullied, we need to protect them. If they’re unjustly discriminated against, we need to help them. If they’re treated with contempt, the person hurting them should be stopped.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:50 PM

Richard Dawkins once wrote, “Although atheism might have been logically tenable before Darwin, Darwin made it possible to be an intellectually fulfilled atheist.”

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:50 PM

Alan attended a ’gay Christian’ conference that intends to reform the church to make it affirm practicing homosexuals. Listen to his thoughts about his experience there.