Why Are Christians Supporting Unbiblical Positions? with Megan Basham, Alisa Childers, & Natasha Crain
Why are so many popular figures who claim to be Christians supporting anti-Christian positions and is there anything we can do about it? In this special midweek podcast episode recorded LIVE from CrossExamined Instructor Academy 2025 in Charlotte, NC, Frank sits down with Megan Basham, Alisa Childers, and Natasha Crain to discuss some of the popular secular ideas that plague the modern Church and answer questions like:Does calling out sin and false teachers cause division in the Church?What are four secular beliefs that promote the authority of self vs. the authority of God?What are some incentives for going along with the flow instead of standing up for biblical truth?Why are truth claims seen as power grabs for those who push back against biblical Christianity?What does sourdough baking have to do with deceptive ideas?Why is it important to get uncomfortably specific when it comes to calling out false teachers and their ideas?What are some good resources for both adults and kids who want to embolden their Christian faith?Are we on the verge of another great awakening or revival in the Church?Be sure to check out some of the valuable resources for both kids and adults that were mentioned during the episode in the list below, and stay tuned for more podcast episodes recorded from CIA 2025!Resources mentioned during the episode:Fearless Faith Self-Paced Online Course -Â https://bit.ly/4kmld3gTrain Your Brain (online logic course for kids & adults) -Â https://bit.ly/4lMq6niShepherds for Sale by Megan Basham -Â https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063413442World Watch News -Â https://worldwatch.news/Natasha's books -Â https://natashacrain.com/books/Alisa's books -https://alisachilders.com/
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The Top 5 Principles of Proper Biblical Interpretation with Mike Winger
Does your church teach you how to interpret the Bible? Sadly, many Christians never learn the tools to read Scripture well, and that leads to all kinds of confusion about theology. But how can we know if we’re handling God’s Word the right way?This week, Frank sits down with the one and only Mike Winger, a former pastor turned popular YouTuber, who's dedicated his channel to helping Christians understand the Scriptures. In this episode, Mike shares what led him to take his ministry online and explains the five core principles he uses when studying the Bible—principles many churches don’t talk about, but every believer should know! During their conversation, Frank and Mike will dive into questions like:Why do some churches seem to avoid the topic of how to interpret the Bible?What are some commonly misinterpreted verses in the Bible?What does it mean to "turn the other cheek"?How can you avoid reading your presuppositions into the Bible?Were Jesus' brothers really his cousins?What’s the real context of Matthew 7 (“Don’t judge”) and Matthew 5 (“Eye for an eye”)?Why is understanding proper word usage so important?How has Bart Ehrman misled people about the Gospel of Mark?What's one thing that makes the Gospel of Mark so unique?Why does Mike feel compelled to call out false teachers?Be sure to subscribe to Mike’s channel, visit his website BibleThinker.org, and learn how to study your Bible like never before!Mike's website: https://biblethinker.org/Mike's YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@MikeWinger
'How to Interpret Your Bible' Self-Paced Course:Â https://bit.ly/4asZCD6
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Is Judging the Ultimate Sin? Unpacking the Chip & Joanna Gaines Controversy PLUS Q&A
HGTV's favorite home-renovating duo, Chip & Joanna Gaines, recently found themselves at the center of controversy after featuring a same sex couple on their new show. While they're known for flipping houses, some Christians are now asking, have they flipped their theology too?In this solo midweek podcast episode, Frank addresses the cultural pressure Christians face when it comes to affirming homosexuality, and whether it’s ever wrong for believers to judge the sinful behavior of others. Tune in as Frank reacts to the backlash coming from both sides and answers questions like:Did Jesus tell us never to judge?Is it wrong to address sinful behavior that can hurt other people?What's the difference between judging and being judgmental?What are the 4 most popular secular and cultural beliefs that have made their way into Christianity?Are our feelings a trustworthy guide for moral decisions?How did Chip Gaines miss the mark during his recent tweet directed towards "modern American Christians"?What’s the best way to correct someone without being obnoxious?Later in the show, Frank also answers more of your listener questions including:Is there a New Testament version of Jeremiah 29:11 that can be applied to modern-day Christians?Can people be saved if they believe baptism is essential for salvation?What are biblical chiasms, and how do they affect biblical interpretation?What evidence shows the disputed long ending of Mark WAS in the original?Resources mentioned during the episode:Would Jesus Attend a Gay Wedding? - https://youtu.be/Ulbi94VvxSY
Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain -Â https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PPY2CWQHollywood Heroes by Frank & Zach Turek -Â https://bit.ly/3Or82AxThe Longer Ending of Mark is Authentic! -Â https://youtu.be/r1Shh2m6w5A
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Standing for Christ on the NBA Court with Jonathan Isaac
Would you compromise your Christian faith to save your job, your relationships, and your reputation? Or would you have the courage to stand up for what you believe, no matter the consequences?On July 31, 2020, the Orlando Magic starting forward, Jonathan Isaac, was the lone NBA player not to kneel for the national anthem amid a league-wide demonstration in support of Black Lives Matter. This week, Frank sits down with Jonathan to talk through his inspirational story of faith, conviction, and courage in the face of overwhelming pressure. In this episode, you’ll learn:How did Jonathan first become a Christian?What apologetics arguments solidified his quest for seeking out the truth?How did Jonathan overcome panic attacks and find his true identity beyond basketball?What was it like being the only player on his team not to kneel during the national anthem and how did his teammates react?What kind of backlash (and unexpected blessings) followed his decision?What are some of the unique psychological struggles associated with being a professional basketball player?Why did Denzel Washington say "fame is a monster" and how does Jonathan stay grounded in Christ amid the fame, money, and pressure of the NBA?What surprising thing happened after Jonathan was dropped by Nike?We hope this episode encourages you to boldly live out your Christian faith, even when it’s unpopular. To learn more about Jonathan’s powerful story, grab a copy of his book, 'Why I Stand', and check out his sneaker and Christian apparel line at WeAreUnitus.com.Resources mentioned during the episode:'Why I Stand' by Jonathan Isaac - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956007067Unitus Faith-Forward Footwear & Apparel - https://weareunitus.com/
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Why the Foundations of Islam Are Now Crumbling with Dr. Jay Smith - Part 2
How much do you really know about Islam? Is it possible that we've never been told the full story about the historic origins of Muhammad, Mecca, and the Qur'an? In this midweek episode, Frank continues his fascinating conversation with Islam expert, Dr. Jay Smith, who has dedicated his life to evangelizing Muslims. Together, they expose the shocking lack of historical and manuscript evidence for the Qur’an, the prophet Muhammad, and even the city of Mecca itself. Together, Frank and Dr. Smith address questions like:What is the earliest manuscript evidence for the Qur’an, and why do over 2,000 variants raise serious concerns?Are parts of the Qur’an based on Christian hymns?Is Islam a Christian heresy?Who is John of Damascus and why did he call parts of the Qur’an despicable, terrible, and evil?Why did a top a Muslim scholar recently admit that we don’t have good historical evidence for anything written about what Muhammad said or did?Why are most Muslim scholars so hesitant to talk about the Qur'an’s apparent problems?What's the problem with the Black Stone of Mecca located in Saudi Arabia?Could Islam have originated somewhere other than Mecca?Is it possible that the Muhammad of Islam never existed?What are the four major claims Muslims make about the Qur’an and how do they compare to Jesus and the Bible?What is Dr. Smith's advice for Muslims and Christians when it comes to responding to this material?This riveting conversation will not only expose the inconsistencies in Islam’s origin story, but also highlight the unmatched reliability of the Christian faith in contrast. We should encourage our Muslim friends to consider a better Man and a better Book--Jesus and His Word!Resources mentioned during the episode:Why the Foundations of Islam Are Now Crumbling (Part 1) - https://youtu.be/FS5fiBg5FOI
Dr. Smith's website -Â https://www.pfandercenter.org/Dr. Smith's YouTube channel -Â https://www.youtube.com/@pfanderfilms
Muslim Scholar Throws the Historicity of Muhammad UNDER THE BUS! -Â https://youtu.be/I7QdOw8RVJ4
Two New Findings That Muhammad Didn't Exist -Â https://youtu.be/wy_iD6Lf6MY
Investigating Islam -Â https://youtu.be/40DclW84HkM
Dismantling Islam PowerPoint Slides -Â https://bit.ly/dismantlingislam
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