Apologetics.com Radio Show

Join host Jason Gallagher as he and author/apologist Mike D’Virgilio discuss Trump’s re-election in the context of God’s providential hand over human affairs. We also unpack Mike’s recent book “Going Back to Find the Way Forward: Trump, A Great Awakening, and the Refounding of America”. Don’t miss this timely conversation on the “red pilling” of America, Babel and the globalist agenda, God’s providence and the great evangelistic and apologetic opportunity that we are in right now. As always, share this with your friends and email feedback to [email protected]. Grace and peace.

On this episode of the Apolofetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion on some of the topics found in Matthew Tingblad’s new book titled “Why Did God Do That? Discovering God’s Goodness in the Hard Passages of Scripture.” Joining him in the studio are Matthew Tingblad, author and speaker at Josh McDowell Ministries and Lenny Esposito, founder and president of Come Reason Ministries. In his book, Tingblad claims that many times we fail to see God’s goodness when we discuss issues of theodicy. So how is God’s goodness and providence affirmed in view of the existence of evil? Listen and watch as this group of apologists tackle this question and other related topics.

We’re told that Halloween has demonic origins, a Druid tradition that celebrates evil. But is this true? How are Christians to think about this holiday for which Americans spend billions of dollars? Is it ok to wear a costume, go around the neighborhood trick or treating? Are there “Christian alternatives” to this? Watch as Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel, discuss the question: Is it ok for Christians to celebrate Halloween.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show Jon takes on the issue of the exclusivity of Christ. One of the most controversial things you can say today out in the marketplace of ideas is that the only way to God is through Jesus. Often that claim is met with scorn, ridicule, and name-calling. How do we Christians defend the exclusivity of Jesus while also showing why? Listen and learn how we can be better ambassadors for Christ.

In the context of our current cultural chaos when there seems to be so much division and discontent, what are we commanded by scripture to pursue? Christian contentment is a virtue that we cultivate in the “School of Christ”. In this podcast hosted by Bob Parucha, we seek to capture the meaning of true contentment as defined by scripture and answer the questions, Why is it called “a rare jewel“? Are we commanded by scripture to pursue this virtue? What mindset do we need to pursue this and what are some of the steps that we can take to pursue it? Grace and peace.

In a recent survey conducted by Ligonier and Lifeway on the “State of Theology” in America we find out that while almost all evangelicals believe God is a Trinity, a majority of them also believe that Jesus is a created being. How do you hold those contradictory beliefs as a professing Christian? What is the root cause of the theological ignorance in America even amongst professing Christians? Join host Gallagher and special guest Mark Gould as they discuss these topics and discuss a path forward regarding the current state of American theology. Questions or comments, email [email protected]

There is no doubt, technology makes our lives better. Whatever you need, there's an app for that. But if we're not careful we can be captivated and trapped, unaware of the destructive impact it has on our lives. Sometimes the negative effects of technology on our lives go undetected until it's too late. On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, along with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito discuss the life-diminishing effects of technology and social media.

Richard Dawkins, the world’s most famous atheist, has admitted that he is a “Cultural Christian.” What does it mean for him to claim that? Could he simply be enjoying the fruits of Christianity without acknowledging and appreciating its true source? Ideas do have consequences and it appears Dawkins struggles to find a basis for preferring Christianity over Islam for example. On this episode of the Apologetics.com show, Dr. Harry Edwards, along with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito leads a discussion on the parasitic nature of Dawkins’ Christianity and how for the skeptic may serve as a signal of transcendence.

In this podcast, Logan and Tony talk about, you guessed it, Donald Trump. How is Trump's conviction unique in American history? What will it do to our political process? Is everything free game now in the political game? Also, what about those Trump and Jesus Memes? You know the ones. All this and more in this episode of Apologetics.com radio.

On this episode of the ADC Radio show, Jason and Tony discuss the genesis of human rights and how critical this question is as it relates to society and human government. Do human rights come from God or from government? Are human rights self evident or are they human inventions? Listen in as we unpack the truth about human rights and equip you to do the same. Please send questions or comments to [email protected]. Grace and peace.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, along with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Adam Kazmierski discuss the nature and grounds for defending the truth claims of Christianity. This is especially targeted to those who want to start getting into the discipline of Christian apologetics.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion on the resurrection of Jesus, a historical event that took place nearly two thousand years ago. On the panel are Lenny Esposito and Dr. Jacob Daniel. Together they talk about the solid evidences supporting the resurrection and the failed naturalistic theories that try to explain it away. If Jesus rose from the grave, what does that mean for humanity?

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show we talk to Julio Negron, founder and director of Wakemup Ministriy (www.wakemupministry.org) about his experiences evangelizing on the streets of New York. On this show Dr. Harry Edwards, Lenny Esposito, and Julio Negron discuss the nature and practical aspects of evangelism, offer fresh insights on what the Gospel is and ways to share the Christian message to unbelievers.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show we discuss the nature of today’s sexual revolution, its culture-sapping effects on society, and practical advice for parents whose children struggle to understand gender dysphoria and what it means for them. Much of the content is based on chapter ten of Carl Trueman’s book “The Rise of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution.” Dr. Harry Edwards leads the discussion along with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito.

For far too long Christians have prioritized living separate from the world, compartmentalizing their lives into two spheres–the sacred vs. the secular. However living this way disregards Jesus’ admonition to be salt and light in the world. But how can a Christian be “salty” and be a source of light if he or she hides behind a false understanding of what it means to be in the world but not of it. Watch as Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion on this topic with radio co-host Lenny Esposito and special guest Pastor Jason Kim.

The 2024 Super Bowl aired an ad titled #HeGetsUs. This was seen live by over 100 million viewers and was created with the purpose of introducing people to the person of Jesus Christ, the historical Jesus of the Bible. Did they succeed? With all the public chatter surrounding this, some good and some bad, Drs. Harry Edwards, Jacob Daniel, and Lenny Esposito offer their views on this cultural phenomenon that is #HeGetsUs.

In the West today there seems to be an indifference with regard to the role Christians play in shaping culture. Aren't Christians aliens in this world, passively waiting for Christ's return to make all things new? Or rather, are followers of Jesus called to transform this world for Christ, bring heaven to earth as we say in the Lord's Prayer? On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, along with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito discuss the role Christians play in shaping culture.

In this episode of the ADC Radio Show we join Jason and Tony as they discuss how to have conversations with atheists or unbelievers. Listen in as they discuss various distinctives of the “moral argument for God’s existence” and how to handle objections to various points in the argument. Please send any comments or questions to [email protected]. Grace and peace.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Jon and Eric discuss the recent comments made by influential pastor, Alistair Begg regarding whether or not a Christian should attend a gay or trans wedding. Should a Christian go to a gay wedding? How do we address this issue with a fellow Christian who disagrees with you? This and more on the Apologetics.com Radio Show.

C.S. Lewis said “To be ignorant and simple now -- not to be able to meet the enemies on their own ground -- would be to throw down our weapons, and to betray our uneducated brethren who have, under God, no defense but us against the intellectual attacks of the heathen. Good philosophy must exist, if for no other reason, because bad philosophy needs to be answered.” On this episode Dr. Harry Edwards leads a discussion with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito on the importance of Christian scholarship in the service of the church. Here we make the case for it, explain why the church has abdicated the role of being experts in the arts and sciences, and a way forward to recapture a love for knowledge in the church.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show we review Justin Brierley's new book The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again. We also cover the excellent review of it by Dr. Peter Harris who guests on the show.

The October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas has shed a light on what it means to tell the truth. Leaders, including presidents of elite universities across America have had to come to the painful realization that not stating what a thing is brings disastrous consequences, i.e. antisemitism, violence, redefinition of truth, etc. Listen as Harry Edwards, Tony Costello, and Lenny Esposito discuss what happens when a society embraces relativism.

Join Jason and Daniel as they discuss artificial intelligence and how we can and why we ought to use it for the glory of God and the good of humanity. Throughout the show, Jason and Daniel discuss the great opportunity that lies ahead of us with AI and they seek to dispel some of the myths and misunderstandings around this technology. While blending together practical application and biblical truth, tune in and learn how great of an opportunity lies right in front of us and why we ought to be interested in leveraging this technology sooner rather than later. Grace and peace. Questions or comments: [email protected]

If God is good, why is there evil and suffering in the world? Join Jason, Tony and Daniel as they discuss the age old problem of evil and various ways to approach the question. Logically, presuppositionally, philosophically, and emotionally; the problem of evil is no problem at all for the Triune God of Scripture. Grace and Peace.

In this episode deacon Daniel Adrean of Branch of Hope Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Torrance, California discusses what Bible-believing Christians as individuals, families, and churches at every level must think, say, and do about the culture and society our Lord has placed them in - does God's Word teach us about these things and our duties about them? Please prayerfully listen and consider according to Scripture alone...

Join Jon as he seeks to address one of the most difficult issues in our culture today, suicide. Why do people contemplate suicide? Does the Bible ever address suicide? Can a Christian die by suicide and still go to heaven? What can we do to help? These are just some of the questions asked and answered.

Join Jason and Tony as they unpack what is driving and fueling the hatred seen in the recent attacks upon Israel by Hamas. As they unpack some of the ideology behind the terrorism the need for gospel truth is highlighted along with developing a heart of compassion for our Muslim and Jewish neighbors. In the end, only the gospel has the power to being true healing and true peace to Jerusalem. May you be encouraged in your proclamation to the world around you.

Join Eric and Jon along with special guest, Andrew Kisumba on this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show. Listen as they explore what it means to be a man according to biblical principles. Part of the conversation is focused on highlighting some of the cultural issues having to do with manhood.

Coming on the heels of the recent Republican debate, Americans are once again animated by the issues that affect their lives and the prospect for a better future. As members of this republic we are all involved and responsible for what happens in this nation, what laws are passed, and what policies are adopted that enhance "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." Christians happily engage in politics and are concerned about the direction the country is headed, especially when it comes to moral issues. However, there appears to be an increasing number of churches that are confused about the role faith plays in politics. On this episode of the Apologetics.com, we try to answer the question: What role does faith play in politics? We also engage the topic of whether there is any virtue in voting for the lesser of two evils; why it's legitimate to include the subject of politics in the art and science of Christian Apologetics.

Join Jon and Chris with special guest Carlo on this episode of the Apolofgetics.com Radio Show. Hear Carlo's personal story of redemption, having been saved out of drug addiction and crime. The hosts then discuss how parents can help influence their kids for Christ.

There appears to be an all-out war against our bodies to fully subject them to the Will and fantasies of our minds. If it’s the hope for a bureaucratic state to raise our children, our desire for technology to “fix” nature, our dependence on augmented reality and media, our total denial that we should live healthy lives, or the massive social experiment of transgenderism in remaking the body in the image of our minds, we are beset on all fronts for accepting our body for what it is. Using Yukio Mishima as a foil, Logan Zeppieri and Anthony Costello consider the “language and logic” of the body and what Christian theology provides us as an answer to the dissolution of one of our most divine and precious gifts from God—our body.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio show we dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. We’re going to embark on an extraordinary journey exploring the cutting-edge developments and transformative impact of AI on our lives. From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, AI is revolutionizing industries and reshaping the way we live, work, and interact. Our experts will help us unravel the mysteries behind machine learning, neural networks, and algorithms that power AI systems. Tonight, we’ll discuss some of the ethical considerations, the future implications, and engage with leading experts to gain invaluable insights into this rapidly evolving field. So fasten your seatbelts and get ready to unlock the secrets of AI here on the Apologetics.com show. It’s time to demystify the magic of artificial intelligence and empower ourselves with knowledge.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Harry Edwards and Lenny Esposito discuss the origin and nature of the Freud and Marxist project of reducing individuals and societies to purely sex objects.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards along with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito, lead a discussion on Christian cults, how to spot and avoid counterfeit Christian teachings. Our special guest is Cynthia Hampton from Women in Apologetics will share from experience the dangers associated with cultic beliefs.

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito, leads a discussion on exposing the lesser known ideas of Sigmund Freud and how it became imbedded in the West's social imaginary or Sittlichkeit.

What was the faith of America's founding fathers? While most of the founders were personally Christians, the question that vexed them most was upon what foundation was the Political State to be built. If Christ was the foundation of the Church, then was He also the foundation of the body politic, to include its particular laws and institutions of governance? The answer was not so simple, even in their day, when everyone was some kind of Christian. In this episode, Tony Costello (MA Theology, Talbot School of Theology) talks with Logan Zeppieri of the Claremont Institute and Darren Guerra, professor of Political Science at Biola University, to discuss what the founders believed was the best foundation for government: Natural Law.

In this episode, Jason and Tony take a look at some recent TV and Film media that have sparked conversations about Jesus. With “revivals” floating around our current cultural landscape we take a look at the “He Gets Us” campaign from the 2023 Super Bowl ads and ask whether it’s a solidly biblical platform or not. We also discuss the Jesus Revolution main character, Lonnie Frisbee, and some of the struggles he lived through and sins that haunted him behind the scenes. All this and more on this episode of the ADC Radio Show. Send questions or comments to [email protected].

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio, Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito, leads a discussion on the harmful effects of porn and the damage it brings to society. The question that must be asked is: How did we get from having the Rolling Stones change the lyrics of “Let’s Spend the Night Together” to “Let’s Spend Some Time Together” in order to perform on the The Ed Sullivan Show to Miley Cyrus sex act with a microphone at the Glastonbury Festival?

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, along with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito, leads a discussion on understanding one of the most striking characteristics of what it means to be human today: that an individual can make and remake personal identity at will.

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Jon Noyes talks about three reasons why the Christian worldview is the best explanation for the way the world really is. He shares three "bumps" into reality he experienced that caused him to reevaluate his atheism and ultimately led him to believe the Christian story of reality.

Much of the church has said that the earthly things in Genesis can be incorrect while the rest of the spiritual truths in Scripture can be trusted. Jesus doesn’t give us that luxury and says it ultimately amounts to a contradiction. “If I have told you about things that happen on earth and you don’t believe, how will you believe if I tell you about things of heaven?” John 3:12. The psalmist adds, “If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do.” Join Jason and Daniel as they discuss the importance of biblical authority and how our understanding of Genesis impacts pretty much everything. [email protected].

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, host Jon Noyes along with Eric and Dan discuss the importance of Trees. God loves trees and interestingly, trees are the most mentioned living entity in the Bible, outside of God/Jesus and humans. Trees can survive without humans, but humans cannot survive without trees. Trees play substantial roles in the metanarrative (creation, fall, redemption, restoration) of the Bible. Trees are also associated with many of the major events and prominent characters in the Bible. We are commanded to be good stewards of God's creation of which trees hold much significance.

Perhaps you have heard someone say there is no Christian way to change a diaper or to be a plumber. Nothing could be further from the truth. There is a Christian way to do absolutely everything in life and how you understand this is directly related to your view of scripture. Join Jason and Daniel as they discuss these things and show how abandoning inerrancy, authority or sufficiency has led to terrible consequences for our culture today and why we need to get back to a biblical view of the scriptures. Be sure to share with those you love and if you have questions or comments you can email [email protected] with questions.

It seems like everywhere you turn today you can find a story of corruption, injustice or immorality that is being championed by our culture. How do we engage with the world around us without getting caught up in a worldly shouting match. Listen in as we discuss different ways Christians can be faithful to the Kingdom of God right where God has you and shine the light of Christ in the world. Send questions or comments to [email protected].

On this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, radio host Jon Noyes talks about the cultural understanding of justice. He offers a short critique of critical theory while exploring where it falls short and offering a better standard, true biblical justice.

In this episode of the Apologetics.com Radio Show, Dr. Harry Edwards, together with Dr. Jacob Daniel and Lenny Esposito, discuss chapter four of Carl Trueman's book "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self" in which the author pins some of the West's current cultural issues to the lesser known works of the Poets of the Romantic era. We will talk about some of the shaping ideas of Wordsworth, Shelley, and Blake and how they have forged a culture of self determination and emotivism.

With the 2022 midterms on the cusp, “Christian Nationalism” is again the political scape goat and featured entree for mass media. In this episode of the Church and State Report, Logan Zeppieri and Ben Wager take a slight spin to the Christian Nationalism debate by discussing, “Should Nationalists be Christian?” This discussion address questions regarding rhetorical ambiguity, the relationship between “who we are” and “what we do”, the importance of government as a Christian vocation, and why Christians are called to be patriots.

Subjective Truth vs. Objective Humanity Is the real world merely a universe of facts about physical things, or are values and meanings objectively real as well? Can we separate our view of humanity from our view of reality? How subjective is moral truth? In this broadcast Jon and Joel discuss the relationship between materialism and the advance of moral relativism in our culture with respect to the inherent contradictions of a godless worldview. “His mind slid away into the labyrinthine world of doublethink. To know and not to know, to be conscious of complete truthfulness while telling carefully constructed lies, to hold simultaneously two opinions which cancelled out, knowing them to be contradictory and believing in both of them, to use logic against logic, to repudiate morality while laying claim to it . . . to forget whatever it was necessary to forget, then to draw it back into memory again at the moment when it was needed, and then promptly to forget it again: and above all, to apply the same process to the process itself.” – George Orwell, 1984 “Fearing the LORD is the very foundation of wisdom, and knowing the Holy One amounts to insight.” – Proverbs 9:10 “His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divinity in particular, have been made clearly evident from the creation of the world, being recognized by the created beings, leaving them without excuse. Being thus aware of God, you see, they gave Him neither the glory nor gratitude due Him as God, but instead were rendered useless in their reasoning and their hearts were further clouded with nonsense.” – Romans 1:20-21

On this show we take a presuppositional look at how all men everywhere are subject to the laws which govern creation. As subjects to the physical laws all around them, all men come face to face everyday with the eternal power and divine nature of God (Romans 1:20). Learn how to stand firm on the truth of God’s revelation while pressing the inescapable self-revelation of God in nature. To this end the Christian will be equipped with the spiritual weapons that are mighty for the pulling down of every reasoning that exalts itself against God.

If all men are without excuse because of the creation that we live in, then scientists and those who cling to science as their “savior” and arbiter of truth are without excuse to a maximum degree. The goal of tonight’s show is to unpack that thesis and show exactly why scientists those who believe so ardently in science are without excuse.