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Santa, Christmas Trees, and Reindeer: Pagan or Christian? | with Bill Federer Dec 22, 2023

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Have you ever wondered where Christmas traditions come from? Better yet, is there any CHRISTIAN truth to these traditions, or are they all rooted in paganism? And what’s the deal with Santa Claus? Where did he come from and how did he become such a legend in the hearts and minds of both children and adults? The answers may surprise you!

Back by popular demand (and just in time for the holidays), nationally known speaker and best-selling author, Bill Federer, joins Frank to discuss the TRUE history of Christmas and debunk some of the popular myths circulating online about its origins. During this episode, Bill will unpack the story of St. Nicholas as detailed in his popular book ‘There Really Is a Santa Claus‘, and explore the various Christmas traditions that have evolved across different cultures over time. Listen as Frank and Bill answer questions like:

Was Jesus really born on December 25th?
Is Christmas a copycat of Sol Invictus?
What role did St. Nicholas play at the Council of Nicaea?
Where did the Christmas tree come from?
How did Martin Luther change Germany’s Christmas traditions?
Is it ok for Christians to use the term X-mas and where did it come from?
Should Christians teach their kids that the mythical Santa Claus is real?
What is the true meaning of Christmas?

And so much more! As you’ll hear in this fascinating conversation, Bill is an amazing historian, storyteller, and fan favorite of the CrossExamined community. His wealth of knowledge on this subject will not only encourage you to defend the Christmas holiday, but also help you to see how it ultimately points to the plan of redemption. For more fun facts about history, be sure to sign up for Bill’s email list by visiting his website, AmericanMinute.com.

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Have You Joined the Rebellion Against Jesus Because of Leftist Infiltration? | with Megan Basham Dec 19, 2023

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Have you unknowingly joined the rebellion AGAINST Jesus? You’ve probably noticed that there’s no shortage of faith leaders and church denominations that have departed from biblical teachings to follow the political and moral positions of the culture instead. But with this secular societal backdrop, how can Christians remain faithful and avoid selling out to the whims of the culture?

In this week’s eye-opening podcast episode, Frank speaks with author, investigative reporter, (Christian) journalist, and writer for The Daily Wire, Megan Basham, to discuss the various ways in which Leftists have strategically infiltrated churches, parachurch organizations, and even Christian media with their secular agendas. During this episode, Megan will uncover the true reason why Leftists are targeting the Church and emphasize the need for Christians to be on guard against false teachers. Listen as Frank and Megan answer questions like:

How did Megan get into journalism (and why should more Christians become journalists)?
Has ‘Christianity Today’ gone woke?
Are churches like Saddleback and well-known pastors like Andy Stanley headed in the wrong direction?
What are the signs of Leftist indoctrination within the Church?
What are the culture’s “Twin Commandments” according to Megan?
What should you do if some of these ideas have made their way into YOUR church?

It seems we’re being pressured on all sides to recant our Christian viewpoints, but we must stand firm on biblical truth and refuse to join in the rebellion against Jesus. We’re confident that this podcast episode will help you to do just that!

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My Truth vs. THE Truth at Harvard Dec 15, 2023

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Why has antisemitism exploded on college campuses and around the world? In the aftermath of the horrifying Oct. 7th Hamas attack on Israel, students and even faculty members of some of our most prestigious institutions have gone on record to support the senseless and evil slaughtering of innocent Israeli citizens. As blatant acts of bullying and harassment have now been redirected toward Jewish college students, are the aggressors involved being held accountable?

During this week’s podcast episode, Frank reviews some disturbing headlines regarding antisemitism on college campuses and also talks about the recent congressional testimony of not one, but THREE (!) university presidents from Harvard, the University of Pennsylvania, and MIT who clearly stated on record that calling for the genocide (death) of Jews only constitutes harassment “depending on the context”. Frank will also play clips from the congressional meeting so that you can hear the madness for yourself! Listen as Frank answers questions like:

Where must we draw the line when it comes to freedom of speech?
Where does Harvard president Claudine Gay TOTALLY drop the ball when it comes to objective truth and morality?
What “truths” are colleges like Harvard and Penn actually teaching their students?
If freedom of speech is so important to Harvard and Penn, how do they currently rank according to the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression?

When Ivy League presidents like Claudine Gay can’t come right out and say that calling for the murder of Jews is objectively wrong, we have a BIG problem. Is a gaslight apology coupled with the lighting of menorah candles enough to vindicate leaders who unashamedly defend the violent pro-Palestinian agenda? Frank will discuss all this and more in this eye-opening and emotional podcast episode.

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Resources mentioned during the podcast:

The Most Extreme Anti-Israel, Hamas-Sympathizing Moments on College Campuses Since the 10/7 Attacks

‘I Am Sorry’: Harvard President Gay Addresses Backlash Over Congressional Testimony on Antisemitism

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression

What Babylon Teaches The Church About Discipleship | with Shanda Fulbright Dec 12, 2023

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Who (or WHAT) is discipling you and your family? We often talk about discipleship in Christian circles, with most of us instinctively associating it with some form of ministry training. While this is certainly an aspect of discipleship, it doesn’t quite encapsulate the concept as a whole. Is it safe to assume that the Church has been exclusive in its pursuit of producing disciples? Or has the culture managed to make a few disciples of its own?

In this midweek podcast, Phoenix Hayes sits down with former public school teacher, OCC instructor, and Biola certified Christian apologist, Shanda Fulbright, to talk about some practical ways to make faithful disciples. With help from Daniel and his Jewish friends, Shanda will explain what Christians can learn about discipleship from their experience in Babylon. During the episode, Phoenix and Shanda will answer questions like:

What are three key ingredients to effective discipleship?
Is Christian discipleship just another form of “indoctrination”?
Why were Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego targeted by Babylon?
How many professing Christians in the U.S. actually hold a biblical worldview?
What can parents (and the Church) do to curtail culture’s influence on their kids?

As you’ll hear during this episode, the unwavering faith of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego didn’t happen by accident. What was it that gave them the courage and the confidence to stand against the culture of their day? Listen and learn!

Do you need help discipling your 6-8th grader? Then don’t miss the opportunity to enroll your child in Shanda’s upcoming PREMIUM COURSE, ‘Let’s Get Real: Examining the Evidence for God‘, which kicks off on January 8th! During this 12-week course, each student will participate in 11 LIVE Zoom discussions with Shanda, and the 12th week will feature a LIVE Q&A session with Frank! Class starts soon so don’t delay, enroll your child HERE today!

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Connect with Shanda online: https://www.shandafulbright.com/

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Train Your Brain: An Introduction to Logic – Self-Paced version for KIDS or ADULTS

Let’s Get Real: Examining the Evidence for God – PREMIUM course for 6-8th graders starts on 1/8!

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Can Mathematics Be Used to Detect Design in Nature? | with Dr. William Dembski Dec 08, 2023

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How do we know that life is designed? Would it surprise you to know that it can be done mathematically? You see, things like biological systems, specified complexity, and probabilistic hurdles leave no reasonable explanation for life as we know it without a creator. But are atheists and skeptics willing and able to address these hurdles without attributing them to so-called “chance”?

In this week’s podcast episode, Frank interviews Dr. William “Bill” Dembski, one of the founders of the modern-day intelligent design movement, who has an impressive academic background in philosophy, mathematics, and theology and sits on the Board of Directors at the Discovery Institute. In this thought-provoking episode, Bill and Frank team up to discuss the second edition of Bill’s book (co-authored by Winston Ewert) ‘The Design Inference: Eliminating Chance Through Small Probabilities‘, which lays out the mathematical way to detect design in nature. During their conversation, Bill and Frank will answer questions like:

What is a design inference and what happens when you apply it to biology?
Why did Bill take a 10-year hiatus from his career in academia?
How did the use of mathematics to detect design expose the president of Stanford University as a cheat?
What do cells and DNA reveal about the complexity of life?
What are the challenges that materialists face when trying to explain the origin of life?
What are some of the flaws in Richard Dawkins’ argument for ‘Climbing Mount Improbable’?
What do monkeys and Shakespeare have in common?

As you’ll hear in this episode, it isn’t just a religious position that supports the existence of an intelligent designer. Objections to design, such as the argument from ignorance, are not valid when the design inference is applied correctly. How do we know that life is designed? Because the numbers just don’t lie!

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Purchase ‘The Design Inference’ (2nd Edition): https://a.co/d/bfwaDUT

Connect with Bill online: https://billdembski.com/

Deconstructing Critical Theory | with Krista Bontrager & Monique Duson Dec 05, 2023

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What does the Bible teach us about race, ethnicity, unity, and justice? When Krista Bontrager (a conservative wife, homeschool mom, and Biola graduate) formed a close relationship with Monique Duson (a self-proclaimed former social justice warrior, international missionary, and Biola graduate), both women discovered that even in their shared love for Jesus, their views on these social issues couldn’t have been more diametrically opposed. With a topic as (potentially) divisive, triggering, and racially charged as social justice, how exactly did Krista and Monique manage to develop a close friendship and redirect their prior experiences and individual perspectives to form a ministry dedicated to answering these questions from a biblical worldview?

In this midweek podcast episode, CrossExamined’s Staff Writer, Phoenix Hayes, sits down with Monique and Krista, founders of the Center for Biblical Unity, to discuss the inspiration behind their upcoming book ‘Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism.’ As they share the origin story of their friendship, you’ll see how walking and talking about their conflicting ideas strengthened their budding friendship and led them to a greater understanding of Critical Theory, including how it fundamentally clashes with the Gospel message. Listen as Phoenix, Monique, and Krista answer questions like:

How did Krista and Monique’s upbringing impact their view of American history and the person of Jesus?
Should all churches place an emphasis on ethnic diversity?
How does their approach in the book tackle the issue of CRT in a unique way?
What are some common forms of critical theory and what is the collective goal of each one?
How is CRT shaping conversations surrounding the Israel/Hamas conflict?

Krista and Monique’s journey is proof that the Gospel still has the power to unite people from all walks of life, regardless of differences in age, ethnicity, and cultural backgrounds. This is a light-hearted conversation that will make you laugh, but also gives valuable insight into how to have tough conversations fruitfully. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for more details on when ‘Walking in Unity’ will be available again for pre-order. Due to a minor setback, the original release date has been delayed and the new date is TBD. You can also support Krista and Monique through their work at the Center for Biblical Unity.

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