I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Dr. Frank Turek
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  1. 35m ago

    Did the Universe REALLY Have a Beginning? Unpacking the “Battle for the Big Bang” with Dr. Stephen C. Meyer

    Does science REALLY point to a beginning of the universe? If it does, why are some world-renowned physicists still searching for a loophole? On a mission to bypass the need for a Creator, alternative cosmological theories continue to emerge, but are they solving the mysteries of the universe or creating even bigger problems? Fresh off the release of his remarkable film, 'The Story of Everything', Dr. Stephen C. Meyer returns to discuss Sir Roger Penrose's Conformal Cyclic Cosmology (CCC) and answer questions like: What scientific evidence suggests that the universe had a beginning?What is the Steady State Theory and why is it no longer accepted?Who is Sir Roger Penrose and why are his latest cosmological ideas generating so much debate?Does Penrose's theory eliminate or confirm the need for fine-tuning of the universe?What are Penrose-Hawking singularity theorems?What is the Borde-Guth-Vilenkin theorem?What do other physicists think of Penrose's claim of a cyclical universe?Later in the program, Frank answers: How do we know who's right about all this--Meyer, Einstein, Penrose, or some combination?What are five M's of the universe that require an explanation?Even if Penrose is right (that the universe didn't have a beginning) does that eliminate the need for a Creator? Ready to dig deeper on this topic? Be sure to check out the resources listed below along with Dr. Meyer's film, ‘The Story of Everything’, available now on Amazon Prime! If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/ The "Battle for the Big Bang" Just Got Intense with Sean McDowell - https://youtu.be/Jg4NY2kKa1U Stephen Meyer Assesses the Conformal Cyclic Cosmology of Sir Roger Penrose with Sean McDowell - https://youtu.be/Na-JhfN4Q94 Sir Roger Penrose & William Lane Craig on Unbelievable with Justin Brierley - https://youtu.be/9wLtCqm72-Y The Return of the God Hypothesis by Dr. Stephen C. Meyer - https://a.co/d/0aRuk4YW 'The Story of Everything' available now on Amazon Prime! - https://www.thestoryofeverything.film/ The War on Reality: PREORDER NOW to receive your bonuses! - https://thewaronreality.com/

    59 min

  2. 4d ago

    From Extreme Depression to Street Preacher: How God Saved His Life with Bryce Crawford

    How does a suicidal 17-year-old battling anxiety, depression, and doubts about God's existence, become the founder of his own ministry and one of today's most influential young evangelists five years later? Since 2024, Bryce Crawford has already reached 2 billion people through digital media and is filling venues around the country at just 22-years old. But Bryce isn't interested in building a platform for himself. Instead, he's using his influence to reach a generation searching for truth, purpose, and hope in Christ—even when it means stepping into environments where rejection, ridicule, and hostility are almost guaranteed. Together, Frank and Bryce answer questions like: What life-changing moment happened when Bryce was in eighth grade and sent him into a deep spiral of depression?What was the desperate prayer that completely changed his life at age 17?How did Bryce become such a positive influence and effective communicator for the Gospel in only five years?Why does Bryce intentionally go to places where Christianity is often unwelcome and what keeps him going when he faces rejection and hostility?How can older generations be more effective when it comes to reaching Gen Z for Christ?Why are some of America's most secular cities like Boston and New York filling up venues to hear what Bryce has to say?What surprising (and shocking) encounters has Bryce had while evangelizing at public events?What kind of fruit has emerged from years of evangelism in places most believers would never go?How do apologetics, truth, and grace all work together to bring people closer to the saving grace of Jesus Christ?What is the "ministry of presence" and why has it become one of Bryce's most effective outreach tools? From crowded city streets, college campuses, pride events, gay bars, and everywhere in between, Bryce's ministry is a powerful reminder that people are often far more open to the Gospel than we think. His story challenges Christians of every generation to move beyond fear, meet people where they are, and lovingly point them to the freedom and hope found in Christ. Please support the work Bryce is doing by visiting his website in the list of resources below! If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/ Bryce’s website - https://brycecrawford.org/ Preaching the Gospel at Pride Parade - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Y6WUInqFRws My Testimony of How God Saved My Life - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYCSCFhZY9I LGBTQ Member Wants to Legalize Bestiality - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/6XqOD9ki7I0 Preaching the Gospel at Gay Bars - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suyh1gHF4Qw Bryce Prays for Atheist "Atrophy" - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l4ewA5rnnJo Atrophy's Baptism - https://youtu.be/K4Ulsva6ib0

    49 min

  3. 6d ago

    God the Artist: What You Never Knew About David & Goliath

    "God can slay the giants in your life!" Is that REALLY the moral of the story when it comes to the infamous historical account of David and Goliath? Get ready as Frank peels back the curtain and reveals the hidden meaning behind the Bible's most famous showdown in 1 Samuel 17. Tune is as he digs into the history, archaeology, and related Bible verses from this remarkable victory while answering questions like: What is biblical typology, what are some examples, and why is it important?Does archaeology correlate with the biblical accounts of Goliath and the existence of giants?How does David's role as Israel's champion point to Jesus?If David points to Jesus, to whom is Goliath pointing?Why did David take Goliath's head to Jerusalem?What is the first prophecy in the Bible and how does it relate to David and Goliath?What are chiasms and how do they demonstrate the divine nature of the Bible?Which Bible verses help us understand the deeper meaning behind this historical account?How do you summarize the Bible in 3 short sentences?Why did God weave prophecy into history instead of spelling everything out plainly?How is the Bible the greatest apologetics tool of all time?What do the Bible's thousands of cross-references reveal about its remarkable design? If you've ever wondered how the Old Testament connects to the New Testament, this episode brings the pieces together in a fascinating way. Once you see what's happening beneath the surface of David and Goliath, you will never read it the same way again! If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/ Archaeological Evidence for Giants in the Bible? with Joel Kramer - https://youtu.be/dlUJxNFyRBM Bible Cross-References by Chris Harrison - https://www.chrisharrison.net/index.php/visualizations/BibleViz

    52 min

  4. Jun 5

    What No One Ever Told You About the American Revolution with Eric Metaxas

    There’s never been a nation like the United States of America. But do you know the wild and true story of how it came into existence? On our 250th anniversary, the hunger for America’s story has never been greater, and who better to tell it than historian and radio host Eric Metaxas, author of seven New York Times bestsellers including the ground-breaking biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer? This week, Eric joins Frank to discuss his brand-new 600+ page book, 'Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World', which explores in-depth the divine providence and heroic stories behind the founding of the United States. Together, Eric and Frank answer questions like: Why is the book titled 'Revolution' and not 'The American Revolution'?What is American exceptionalism?What makes Eric's book unique compared to hundreds of other books written on the American Revolution?What was the first seed that led to the struggle for American independence?Who was Henry Knox and what makes his heroic story one of the greatest but little known stories of U.S. History?Why did the Founding Fathers (and the people who supported them) call America's struggle for independence "the Sacred Cause"?Why is Samuel Adams called "the Father of the Revolution"?Is it possible to have freedom and liberty without God?What are some of the real stories of God acting in the Revolution? You definitely don't want to miss this episode along with Eric's book which will be a staple on your family's bookshelf for generations to come. Unless we ourselves know the true story of the Revolution—what some have called America’s “founding myth”—we cannot play the role we are meant to play in the Revolution that still continues today. If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/ Revolution by Eric Metaxas - https://a.co/d/0fSEcKcf Eric’s website - https://ericmetaxas.com/ U.S. Capitol Tour with Speaker Mike Johnson - https://youtu.be/WhzdhCzO5Aw

    49 min

  5. Jun 2

    Be Worthy of the Bullet That Charlie Kirk Took For You — Why Independence Day? with Steve Deace PLUS Q&A

    How do you take a BIG idea like the importance of Independence Day and make it accessible for young readers without watering down the truth? Look no further than Steve Deace and his new book, 'Why Independence Day? America is Great Because God is Good'. Steve recently joined Frank on his recent tour of the U.S. Capitol with Speaker Mike Johnson and shares some of his biggest takeaways while answering questions like: How did Steve get started in radio?How does Steve jokingly explain the difference between reformed and charismatic Christians?Is there a Nefarious 2 in the works?What inspired Steve to write a series of children books?What does Steve mean when he says, "Be worthy of the bullet that Charlie Kirk took for you"? Then, later in the program Frank addresses some listener questions, including: Is God evil because He created people who do horrible things?If God appoints all leaders why is Satan considered the ruler of this world?What's the best way to share the Gospel at a wedding? Have a question for Frank? Send it to hello@crossexamined.org and stay tuned for Friday's episode with Eric Metaxas where you'll learn more about his brilliant new book (available to order now!), 'Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World'. If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/ Follow Steve on X - https://x.com/SteveDeaceShow Why Independence Day? by Steve Deace - https://a.co/d/0hJYZjTF U.S. Capitol Tour with Speaker Mike Johnson - https://youtu.be/WhzdhCzO5Aw Revolution by Eric Metaxas -https://a.co/d/0fSEcKcf

    56 min

  6. May 29

    How Do 86 Civilizations Reveal That This is Our Last Stand? Blowtorch Truth with Seth Gruber

    Is the greatest danger to Western civilization the hostility of the world, or the forgetfulness of the Church? Many Christians don't realize that the same evils that haunted our Christian forefathers still exist today--abortion and sexual sin. Seth Gruber, founder of The White Rose Resistance, is a leading voice in the pro-life movement and joins Frank to expose the chilling realities of America’s obsession with its false idols, while urging the Church to rise and lead the charge on the front lines of our cultural war through his new project, 'The Last Stand'. Join Seth and Frank as they ignite the airwaves with their "blowtorch of truth" and answer questions like: Why does Seth say that this is a "Last Stand" moment for the West?When and why did the term "Christendom" turn into "Western Civilization"?What behavior lead to civilizational suicide 100% of the time in 86 countries that were studied over the course of 5000 years?What two things does a civilization need in order to thrive long-term?What four things happened in 1973 to make it a major turning point for America's moral decline?What famous church father gave infants and babies legal protection for the first time in history?What are some of the accomplishments that Christians have been able to do culturally and politically?What is the biblical significance of Seth's advice to "remember the signs"?How is abortion "the demonic parody of the Eucharist?"Is the West standing on the precipice of destruction? What are Christians supposed to do now? Our Christian forefathers did not surrender or negotiate with darkness, they exposed it, confronted it, and drove it back with truth. Now it is our time. Join Frank, Seth, and many others at the Last Stand Festival coming up June 5-6 in Colorado, air and watch the film at your church, and pre-order the book using the links below! If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/ The Last Stand Festival - Use promo code ‘FRANK’ to receive 15% off your ticket price! - https://thelaststand.com/ The Last Stand Film - Releases June 6th! - https://thelaststand.com/film/ The Last Stand Book - Pre-Order Now! - https://thelaststand.com/book/ Sex and Culture by J.D. Unwin - https://a.co/d/01vK4l9d The White Rose Resistance - https://thewhiterose.life/ Seth's website - https://sethgruber.com/ Frank and Friends Tour the U.S. Capitol with Speaker Mike Johnson - https://youtu.be/WhzdhCzO5Aw

    49 min

  7. May 26

    What the Media Will Never Tell You About the U.S. Capitol - Speaker Mike Johnson Gives Frank & Friends a Private Tour

    This week, Frank takes us behind the scenes of an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime tour of the U.S. Capitol guided by Speaker Mike Johnson, who knows the history of our country, including its foundations in Judeo-Christian tradition. From hidden rooms and historic artifacts to conversations about faith, government, and America's founding principles, you'll get an insider's look at one of the most iconic buildings in the world!  Along with hearing some fun stories, you'll see: Who else joined Frank on this exclusive tour and what were their biggest takeaways?Why is a statue of Billy Graham inside the Capitol Crypt?Is the Declaration of Independence a deistic or theistic document?Where do our rights come from, and how does the media not know this?What did Benjamin Franklin believe about God?Where did the 6th President, John Quincy Adams, die? How did he influence the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln? And what important faith lesson did Speaker Johnson learn from the relationship?The best photo op in all of Washington!What sports memorabilia and priceless paintings are in the Speaker’s office?Why did President Trump want to trade Jefferson for Polk, and how did the “Art of the Deal” become the “Deal of the Art”?Why is there a bullet hole in the House Chamber ceiling?What is Moses doing in the House Chamber?What dangerous ideology threatens the foundations of Western civilization?Why the Speaker thinks it’s important that Christians are informed and vote.Why Americans should be grateful that we were born on third base. You’ll also hear the most poignant letter anyone can write to a grieving mother. It was the letter President Lincoln wrote to Ms. Lydia Bixby– a woman who lost five sons in the Civil War. As we remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom here in America, meditate on the sacrifice of Jesus. He sacrificed his life for everyone--not only here on earth, but for eternity in heaven. Please share this one with others! If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

    1h 15m

  8. May 26

    What the Media Will Never Tell You About the U.S. Capitol - Speaker Mike Johnson Gives Frank & Friends a Private Tour

    This week, Frank takes us behind the scenes of an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime tour of the U.S. Capitol guided by Speaker Mike Johnson, who knows the history of our country, including its foundations in Judeo-Christian tradition. From hidden rooms and historic artifacts to conversations about faith, government, and America's founding principles, you'll get an insider's look at one of the most iconic buildings in the world!  Along with hearing some fun stories, you'll see: Who else joined Frank on this exclusive tour and what were their biggest takeaways?Why is a statue of Billy Graham inside the Capitol Crypt?Is the Declaration of Independence a deistic or theistic document?Where do our rights come from, and how does the media not know this?What did Benjamin Franklin believe about God?Where did the 6th President, John Quincy Adams, die? How did he influence the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln? And what important faith lesson did Speaker Johnson learn from the relationship?The best photo op in all of Washington!What sports memorabilia and priceless paintings are in the Speaker’s office?Why did President Trump want to trade Jefferson for Polk, and how did the “Art of the Deal” become the “Deal of the Art”?Why is there a bullet hole in the House Chamber ceiling?What is Moses doing in the House Chamber?What dangerous ideology threatens the foundations of Western civilization?Why the Speaker thinks it’s important that Christians are informed and vote.Why Americans should be grateful that we were born on third base. You’ll also hear the most poignant letter anyone can write to a grieving mother. It was the letter President Lincoln wrote to Ms. Lydia Bixby– a woman who lost five sons in the civil war. As we remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom here in America, meditate on the sacrifice of Jesus. He sacrificed his life for everyone--not only here on earth, but for eternity in heaven. Please share this one with others! If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings! Resources mentioned during the episode: Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

    1h 16m
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