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Stephen Mansfield: Heretic? May 30, 2013

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In his new book, Killing Jesus, Stephen explored the sometimes contradictory descriptions of Jesus' life and death in the Bible. This has moved more than one reviewer to charge him with heretical views. Hear his response in this intriguing podcast. Related Articles Review: Killing Jesus by Stephen Mansfield: http://reformedreader.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-stephen-mansfield-killing.html Is The Bible The Word of God? by Rabbi Alan Lurie: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rabbi-alan-lurie/is-the-bible-the-word-of-god_b_3000664.html 4 Kinds of Biblical Literature: http://blog.faithlife.com/blog/2013/05/4-kinds-of-biblical-lit/

The Continued Over-reach of Government May 15, 2013

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From his "observation post" in Alexandria, Virginia, Stephen describes the unceasing intrusion of American government into private lives. Related Articles: Pentagon Unilaterally Grants Itself Authority Over ‘Civil Disturbances:’ http://www.longislandpress.com/2013/05/14/u-s-military-power-grab-goes-into-effect/ Biometric Database of All Adult Americans Hidden in Immigration Reform: http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2013/05/immigration-reform-dossiers/ Associated Press Says U.S. Government Seized Journalists' Phone Records: http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/05/13/us-usa-justice-ap-idUSBRE94C0ZW20130513

2nd Anniversary Upgrades Apr 24, 2013

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April marks the two-year anniversary of The Stephen Mansfield Podcast, and we've got some exciting new upgrades to tell you about. Related Links Contact us at the new email address: backtalk@mansfieldgroup.com Listen to Isaac Darnall's original music: http://ikecatrett.bandcamp.com/track/headin-to-virginia-free-wheelin

Hollingsworth v. Perry: The Same-Sex Marriage Case Apr 19, 2013

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The last few weeks have seen a number of developments regarding same-sex marriage. Stephen discusses both the legal and moral aspects of Hollingsworth v. Perry. Related Articles: Views From Around the Media: http://www.policymic.com/articles/31084/hollingsworth-v-perry-views-from-around-the-media Statistics Show Christians Divided on Same-Sex Marriage: http://www.christiantoday.com/article/christians.divided.over.same.sex.marriage/32159.htm

The Truth of Lincoln’s Assassination Apr 10, 2013

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Stephen lays out the historical validity of what his book, Lincoln's Battle With God, says about Lincoln's last words. Related Articles Photo Gallery: http://www.history.com/photos/abraham-lincoln/photo1# The Co-Conspirators: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/ biography/assassination-co-conspirators/ Lincoln's Battle With God by Stephen Mansfield http://www.lincolnsbattlewithgod.com

Remembering Booker T. Washington Apr 04, 2013

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Stephen reads from a chapter of his book, Then Darkness Fled: The Liberating Wisdom of Booker T. Washington, to commemorate the week of Washington's birthday. The phrase "then darkness fled" comes from a speech by Martin Luther King, Jr—the anniversary of Dr. King's assassination is marked this week as well.

The Meaning of the New Pope Mar 27, 2013

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Stephen talks about the new Pope and what his intentions are for the Roman Catholic Church.

The Crisis of Privacy Mar 20, 2013

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Stephen addresses a crucial topic: privacy and government intrusion in the age of information. Related Articles: It's Time for a National Conversation: http://www.forbes.com/sites/ralphbenko/2013/03/11/1-6-billion-rounds-of-ammo-for-homeland-security-its-time-for-a-national-conversation/ Google Glass: http://www.techradar.com/us/news/video/google-glass-what-you-need-to-know-1078114 Why Facebook Users Are Sharing More: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/06/facebook-privacy-study-carnegie-mellon-university_n_2823535.html

Speaking, Writing, Reading: The Power of Words Mar 07, 2013

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Stephen talks about the psychology of thorough, in-depth reading in this age of instant information. Related Articles The Shallows—What the Internet is Doing To Our Brains: http://www.theshallowsbook.com/nicholascarr/Nicholas_Carrs_The_Shallows.html

Nashville Rising Feb 28, 2013

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Stephen analyzes the factors behind the recent rise of Nashville, Tennessee. Related Articles Nashville Takes Its Turn in the Spotlight: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/01/09/us/nashville-takes-its-turn-in-the-spotlight.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0 The Black Keys Cement Nashville's Rock Star Status: http://blogs.tennessean.com/tunein/2013/02/09/the-black-keys-help-cement-nashvilles-rock-star-status/

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