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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:51 PM
Greg talks about if evolution explains morality, if the godhead split in Mt. 27:26, what the husband’s responsibility is to the wife who is divorcing him, what Catholics believe about Mary’s...
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Web Content Article · By brett kunkle On Jun 27, 2019 9:47 PM
Aristotle’s insights can help us return to a biblical view of happiness.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:39 PM
Beauty itself is an apologetic for God because it reveals His beauty, just as making a case for the truth of the gospel through apologetic arguments reveals His truth.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:36 PM
Alan’s monthly letter for March 2008 It’s hard to believe a state legislature passed a law forbidding the teaching of evolution.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:36 PM
Alan’s monthly letter for February 2010 “Thank you for existing,” a young woman recently wrote me. Then she explained. Her husband had become an atheist and began challenging her faith.
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Web Content Article · By melinda penner On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM
Dorothy Sayers expresses well and in clear vernacular the reason for Christmas, the purpose of the incarnation: “God chose to make man as he is—limited and suffering and subject to sorrows and...
Media Type: Article Topic: Theology
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM
Only in a culture with a belief in a rational, orderly, sovereign Creator—where it’s believed a reasonable mind is behind things—would science be likely to appear.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:53 PM
Is it the case that the behavior the Bible is really against is not the kind of loving relationships between same-sex partners we see today?
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 11:09 PM
For some, ethics is nothing more than a social contract to ensure survival. Compliance is the highest good and breaking ranks the greatest evil, regardless of the issue. This may make sense on...
Media Type: Solid Ground Topic: Philosophy
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 11:09 PM
In May of this year, a scientific paper was released that fanned the flames of the evolution/intelligent design debate to new intensity.
Media Type: Solid Ground Topic: Science
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:45 PM
Here’s a plan for a year’s worth of reading in theology, Bible, and apologetics.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:35 PM
Why is it a national tragedy when 39 people commit suicide? Answering that question tells us something important about the existence of God and about a special way of knowing.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Mar 23, 2021 3:29 AM
Alan recommends a children’s book that shows the absurdity of trying to explain the complexity of creation by chance and time.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On May 22, 2020 1:28 PM
Alan shares the most important topic Christians can bring up if they want to start a conversation with their Muslim friend or neighbor.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:35 PM
Greg talks about Les Miserables, if science tells us everything important, J. Warner Wallace on joining STR, and more.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:39 PM
Greg talks about praying at a restaurant, conservationism versus environmentalism, how same-sex marriage hurts others, and more.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:38 PM
Greg talks about the Last Day Live on KBRT, emerging churches, seeker churches, and more.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:40 PM
Greg talks about tornadoes and the problem of evil, same-sex marriage Q&A, the right to love, and more.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 11:09 PM
Is Jesus of the Gospels simply recycled ancient myths?
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:47 PM
The billboards read: “No God? No Problem. Be Good for Goodness’ Sake,” and “Are You Good without God? Millions Are.”
Media Type: Solid Ground Topic: Science
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:41 PM
Greg talks about the European trip teaching Christians, talking with atheists on Unbelievable, and why God is hidden.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 11:10 PM
It’s common of late to justify one’s “sexual orientation” by an appeal to nature.
Media Type: Article Topic: Sexuality and Gender
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Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 27, 2019 8:58 PM
When I meet someone who claims that evolution is a fact, I have two questions for him.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:40 PM
Greg discusses what the Bible teaches about the true nature of spiritual warfare—truth encounters, rather than power encounters
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jul 31, 2019 10:03 PM
My mind's made up. Don't confuse me with the facts. Come again? Don't get caught with this wrong-headed attitude!
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Sep 30, 2023 1:00 AM
It may sound strange to hear an apologist say you will never be able to change anyone’s mind on the truth of any spiritual issue, but here’s why it’s true.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On May 21, 2020 8:45 PM
Is baptism purely symbolic, or is baptism necessary for regeneration?
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM
Because of all the recent discoveries of copies of ancient texts, many Christian apologists may be working with outdated numbers. Here’s an update.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:48 PM
If you are courteous and offer something of substance, sometimes even hardcore atheists will take notice.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Apr 23, 2024 6:43 PM
Greg and Amy share some ways you can respond to a self-proclaimed “Christian” who claims the Bible is not reliable because it is missing passages.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On May 22, 2020 3:29 PM
Contrary to the catchy saying, being “heavenly minded” doesn’t make you “no earthly good.” Rather, it’s the very fuel of earthly sacrifice.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:51 PM
Anyone looking to technology to lead our society as a “new religion” will eventually find it can’t be counted on to create and uphold beliefs in intrinsic human value, universal human rights, or...
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:40 PM
Greg uses Solomon’s advice for engaging an opponent in a biblical way.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On May 25, 2023 4:09 PM
Chromosome variations other than XY and XX still only produce either a man or a woman, not additional sexes. This short and simple video explains why.
Media Type: Article Topic: Sexuality and Gender
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:47 PM
Good fathers are an apologetic for a good God. Make sure you understand the importance of emphasizing grace and Gospel in your parenting.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 9:41 PM
Guest Host: Alan Shlemon Guest: Abdu Murray: Water that Satisfies the Muslim’s Thirst
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On May 12, 2021 2:10 AM
Greg talks about his current Solid Ground series then answers questions about discerning truth when sources differ wildly, demons influencing Christians, a possible inconsistency in condemning...
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Web Content Article · By keith plummer On Jun 27, 2019 9:58 PM
Many think Proverbs 3:5–6 teaches God will give us specific directions for our lives, but when we look at the words in this passage in context, we find something different.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Nov 30, 2023 7:59 PM
Some people argue that since Eve was formed out of a rib containing male DNA, she was a transgender woman, and therefore God approves of people transitioning. Here’s why this argument doesn’t work.
Media Type: Article Topic: Sexuality and Gender
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 26, 2019 10:54 PM
Some atheists say that if God exists, He should show Himself to everyone so they can believe in Him and not go to Hell. Should a good God do this?
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:45 PM
Never try to understand the meaning of a passage without considering the context, whether it’s the Bible or any other book.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:40 PM
After the Orlando shooting, there was an almost reflexive response by analysts who gave the usual talking points about how Islam is a religion of peace and its practitioners are peaceful people.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:41 PM
After the tragic mass shooting in Orlando, many clues pointed to a familiar explanation: Islamic terrorism...
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:56 PM
In keeping with my own philosophy that Christians should first major in the majors before nitpicking on secondary issues, I have decided to tackle the question “Who was Jesus?”
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 9:40 PM
Guest Host: J. Warner Wallace Guest: Andy Bannister - The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist: Or the Dreadful Consequences of Bad Arguments
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:46 PM
Bill Pratt responds as an electrical engineer to atheists who claim that the sub-optimal design of biological organisms argues against the existence of the Christian God.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:42 PM
Alan’s monthly letter for August 2013 The “experts” have spoken. Change in sexual orientation is not possible.
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Web Content Article · By melinda penner On Jun 27, 2019 8:41 PM
Rachael Slick, the daughter of an apologist, has written an article recounting her theological and apologetic training growing up—and her subsequent rejection of Christianity.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 25, 2019 10:38 PM
Greg shares how to make Bible reading more than a chore.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 11:07 PM
Some thoughts on the question “Who are you to force your morality on someone else?”
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 10:53 PM
Some thoughts on the question “who are you to force your morality on someone else?”
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 9:58 PM
The question “Do you take the Bible literally?” comes up with some frequency, and it deserves a response. But it’s an ambiguous question, making it awkward to answer. Here’s how to understand...
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Oct 1, 2019 11:55 PM
BreakPoint’s symposium on “purity culture” has some interesting thoughts from Christian thinkers on sexual purity and how we should advance the biblical sexual ethic.
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Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 18, 2020 9:50 PM
Omnipotence is not the power to do anything. Rather, it’s the ability to do anything power can do. Even infinite power cannot do what is contradictory or absurd.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:42 PM
How do you reach out to someone who is not looking for God and does not even believe He exists.
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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.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:52 PM
Here’s a collection of articles addressing the current state of religious freedom.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 9:50 PM
Greg shares a story of dealing with a steamroller then answers questions about the Qur’an, the judgment of the Canaanites, and more.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:29 PM
Derek Rishmawy describes “the triune shape of the gospel,” correcting the idea that the Father had to be convinced by the Son to love us.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:50 PM
If you or someone you know drifted out of Christianity by way of the Emergent Church movement, listen to what Matt Rawlings discovered that brought him back.
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Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:50 PM
In his response to a Newsweek article attacking the Bible, Dan Wallace explains why the transmission of the Bible was not like a game of Telephone.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 27, 2019 8:54 PM
J. Warner Wallace talks about why some verses are missing from the Bible and how to deal with family members in immoral relationships.
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:57 PM
What if Lieutenant Columbo was a Christian? Instead of solving a crime, his task would be to present the Gospel. What would he say? How would he say it?
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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Mar 3, 2022 10:44 PM
Some gender theorists say we should abandon the use of he/him pronouns for God and instead use they/them, but there are good, biblical reasons not to do this.
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Web Content Article · By guest author On Jun 27, 2019 8:41 PM
Four key points of knowledge kids should know before they leave high school By Scott Klusendorf
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Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Dec 16, 2021 9:24 PM
Christians focus on homosexuality as a sin but ignore other Old Testament laws. Is this hypocritical? Tim Barnett uses his Red Pen Logic to respond to this common objection.
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Web Content Article · By melinda penner On Jun 27, 2019 8:41 PM
C.S. Lewis, who was a literary scholar long before he was a Christian, makes the scholarly point that the Gospel accounts read nothing like legend or myth.
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Web Content Article · By brett kunkle On Jun 27, 2019 8:49 PM
I love the intellectual life. I love the reading, the studying, the debating, the discussions, the ideas. I love all of it. But looming in the shadows are the various threats it poses to the fruit...
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Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 26, 2019 7:11 PM
Tim offers insightful perspective on the question of other religions offering pieces of the truth.
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 11:21 PM
Has archaeology unearthed ancient biblical texts that cast doubt on the current canon of Scripture? Is it possible that Christians don’t have the true Bible?
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Web Content Article · By brett kunkle On Jun 26, 2019 10:53 PM
If the bones of Jesus were found tomorrow, would you walk away from Christianity...
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 10:53 PM
If there is no truth, that’s precisely the reason we should not be open-minded to other people’s points of view...
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Web Content Article · By brett kunkle On Jun 26, 2019 10:54 PM
Does it matter if Jesus really rose from the dead? Can we determine whether or not it happened in history?
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Web Content Article · By greg koukl On Jun 26, 2019 11:07 PM
Has archaeology unearthed ancient biblical texts that cast doubt on the current canon of Scripture? Is it possible that Christians don’t have the true Bible?
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Web Content Article · By aaron brake On Jul 30, 2019 11:30 PM
The most common objection raised against Christian theism is the problem of evil. Here are some tips to help you prepare your answer to this inevitable question.
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