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#064 When was the Gospel of Mark written? - Jimmy Akin Dec 15, 2025

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Jimmy Akin investigates whether Mark was the first Gospel and presents evidence that it was written remarkably early—possibly as early as A.D. 53—reshaping how we understand the New Testament.

#063 When Were Luke and Acts Written? - Jimmy Akin Dec 09, 2025

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Jimmy Akin argues, based on strong evidence and Acts’ abrupt ending, that Luke (A.D. 59) and Acts (A.D. 60) were written during Paul’s Roman house arrest, supporting surprisingly early dates and Gospel credibility.

#062 Can You Pray After Communion? - Jimmy Akin Dec 02, 2025

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Jimmy Akin refutes Fr. Casey Cole’s claim that private post-Communion prayer is inappropriate and everyone must sing, showing through official Church instructions that the faithful are free to pray silently after receiving Communion.

#061 Which Gospel Was Written First - Jimmy Akin Nov 24, 2025

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Mark was likely written first—an unpolished, eyewitness-based Gospel rather than a cliff-notes version of Matthew—because the evidence shows Augustine’s “epitome” theory doesn’t hold up.

#060 Who Are the Nephilim? - Jimmy Akin Nov 17, 2025

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Jimmy Akin explores Genesis 6 to argue—using ancient sources, Jude, and Aquinas—that the Nephilim were giant offspring of fallen angels and humans while debunking alternate theories.

#059 Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? DEBATE! - Jimmy Akin Nov 11, 2025

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Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? Jimmy Akin debates skeptic James Fodor, arguing that the Resurrection best explains the empty tomb, appearances, and ascension in a witty, rigorous exchange.

#058 The Mystery of the Bible Codex - Jimmy Akin Nov 03, 2025

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Jimmy Akin uncovers how early Christians revolutionized reading by adopting the codex, tracing clues from ancient manuscripts to reveal the mystery behind the Bible’s earliest book form.

#057 What Is the Synoptic Problem? (Three Gospels: Matthew, Mark, and Luke) - Jimmy Akin Oct 28, 2025

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Jimmy Akin unravels the Synoptic Problem—exploring why Matthew, Mark, and Luke are so alike—and reveals his bold take on which Gospel came first.

#056 What Is Heresy? - Jimmy Akin Oct 21, 2025

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Jimmy Akin unpacks what “heresy” truly means in Catholic theology, cutting through misconceptions with insights from Aquinas, Canon Law, and Cardinal Müller.

#055 Christianity vs. Racism! - Jimmy Akin Oct 16, 2025

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Jimmy Akin confronts racism from a Christian perspective, exposing its falsehoods through Scripture and highlighting God’s universal love for all people.

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