Saddleback Church Weekend Messages

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How Biology Points Toward God Nov 25, 2012

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Raymond Bohlin, Ph.D. of molecular and cell biology is the Director of Probe Ministry, and has been published widely in several scientific journals. Through a career studying life and the Bible, he says science virtually proves “the absurdity of Darwinism,” giving mankind no excuse to know and appreciate the wonders of God.

The Intersection of Science and Faith Nov 24, 2012

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Craig Hazen, Ph.D., founder and director of the Master’s of Science program at Biola University, is often called to speak to the secular community about the science of creation. Based on his vast research studying science and history, he lets viewers on a little secret … ”Turns out Christianity is true.” Enjoy the humor knowing the truth.

A Biblical View of Truth Nov 27, 2011

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Doug Groothuis, professor of Philosophy at Denver Seminary, has authored more than 15 well-respected books pertaining to apologetics. In this message, he gives background on the post-modern and philosophical materialists viewpoints regarding truth. Then, he compares them with the Biblical view of truth.

Following Jesus on the Reliability of Scripture Nov 27, 2011

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Paige Patterson, Ph.D. and president of Southwestern Bible Center in Fort Worth, is considered one of the preeminent Bible scholars in our nation. In this message, Dr. Patterson reviews “the most important verse in the Bible,” and the consequences of its truth, as well as other interesting elements of creation, including “woman.”

Top Ten Reasons We Know the New Testament is True Nov 27, 2011

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Dr. Frank Turek, author and President of CrossExamined.org, says the main reason Christians fall away from faith is due to doubts about the truth. In this message, he presents evidence for Christianity and cross-examines common questions like Does truth exist? Does God exist? Are miracles possible? Is the new Testament true?

The Reliability of the New Testament Nov 26, 2011

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Listed as one the 100 most influential apologists in America, Dr. Sean McDowell says Christians have nothing to be afraid of in terms of the evidence and the truth of the Bible. During this message, he describes three tests historians apply to ancient books, and applies them to see how the Bible, and New Testament, fare

The Reliability of the New Testament (Outline) Nov 26, 2011

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Why Historians Take The Gospel Seriously Nov 26, 2011

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Dr. John Dixon, historian and Senior Research Fellow for Department of Ancient History for McQuery University in Australia, says don’t let the headlines, books, and movies like “The DaVinci Code” fool you. He explains Jesus existence is indeed factual based on 11 ancient texts written by non-Christians.

What is a Saddleback? Sep 04, 2011

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Catch Saddleback’s purpose, as explained by visionary leader Senior Pastor Rick Warren. He outlines what Saddleback Church shares in common with other Christian churches, as well as the distinctives that define its style. Using the acrostic S-A-D-D-L-E-B-A-C-K, learn how Saddleback has influenced churches in the world.

What is a Saddleback? (Outline) Sep 04, 2011

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