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Christians have plenty of truth to share. But why does “Christian entertainment” sometimes struggle to tell a great story? What if the problem isn’t the message, but how we tell it?Frank sits down with producer, cultural commentator, and Daily Wire co-founder, Jeremy Boreing, whose latest project puts those ideas to the test. As the writer and director of the highly successful, 'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin', Jeremy has seen a 30-year dream become the #1 fantasy series on Amazon Prime Video. What did it take to get there, and what can its success teach Christians about faith, art, and the stories we tell?Tune in as Frank and Jeremy unpack questions like:Why was sharing and developing this story so important to Jeremy?Why do Christians sometimes struggle to make great entertainment?What did C.S. Lewis understand about Christian art that we sometimes miss?Why does Jeremy believe the Arthurian myth is fundamentally a Christian story?What's the difference between cultural Christians of the 90's and cultural Christianity today?What makes The Pendragon Cycle different from Game of Thrones, Narnia, and The Lord of the Rings?How can you effectively communicate a Christian worldview without turning your story into a sermon?Why is storytelling such a powerful way to communicate truth?Where do materialism and naturalism fall short in answering life’s biggest questions?And just when you think this conversation is all about entertainment, it takes a much more serious turn. What really went wrong with security on the day Charlie Kirk was assassinated, and what happened behind the scenes during Frank's return visit? Find out in this week’s episode, and be sure to tune-in next week as Jeremy returns with a very important message (and challenge) for American pastors.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 Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HFH7J5N3Jeremy's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@jeremyboreing Charlie Kirk: "The Greatest Man I Ever Knew" - https://youtu.be/CPejdWTeLOw Frank Turek Returns to Utah Valley Univ. to Share the Gospel - https://youtu.be/lbZk_ccgAbA What Were Pastors Doing When Charlie Kirk Was Doing Their Job? - https://youtu.be/I0dyHefqZEo
What makes John Lennox one of the most winsome and influential Christian apologists of our lifetime? Don’t miss this special EXTENDED CUT, which includes even more fascinating stories and insights from his lifetime of boldly defending the Christian faith in lecture halls, debates and the public square. Together, Frank and John go beyond the previous episode to discuss:How is Christianity the answer to the problem of evil?What are the inconsistencies in Richard Dawkins' atheistic views?Why does John think everyone should read Tom Holland's book, 'Dominion'?How should we evangelize Muslims and other monotheists?Has science disproven God?If you haven’t already, be sure to get a copy of John’s book, ‘My Story: A Spiritual and Intellectual Autobiography’. It’s a must-read for anyone curious how a brilliant mathematical mind can hold fast to the Gospel–and how one man’s faith has helped millions find a reason to believe in an age of doubt.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/My Story: A Spiritual and Intellectual Autobiography - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0281091978Diary of a CEO featuring John Lennox - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLrvJeSugkM Veritas Forum Speaker Highlights: John Lennox - https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLpVxnnpiCUnONO4L1edQIhO1etMK1cq4j&v=Em5l1jeJQVM Why Are We Here? God, Life, and the Pursuit of Happiness - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdEuuQY8JEQ Science and God: Do You Have to Choose? by John Lennox - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1802543724Dominion by Tom Holland - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0349141207Western Philosophy Course with Dr. Norman Geisler - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/western-philosophy
From his humble beginnings in Northern Ireland to debating the world's most prominent atheists on the global stage, Dr John C. Lennox has spent a lifetime (more than sixty years!) showing how faith, science, and reason can stand together. In this exclusive interview recorded at St. Ebbe’s Church in Oxford, England, Frank and John discuss his new autobiography, 'My Story: A Spiritual and Intellectual Autobiography', and reflect on the ideas, people and pivotal moments that shaped his remarkable life.You'll learn:Why are we here and what is the purpose of life?What makes Jesus and Christianity so unique compared to other religions?How does Dr. Lennox disarm hostility when talking with skeptics and non-Christians?What happened during his debate with Richard Dawkins that moved many people closer to Chrisitanity?Who told John that he needed to give up on God if he wanted a career in science and what was his response?Why did John's dad tell him to read Karl Marx's, 'Das Kapital'?Why is human empathy so important when other people experience pain and suffering?Why does John describe our fallen world as a combination of "bombs and beauty"?Why might someone reject Christ even if they believe Christianity is true?What analogy does John often use to demonstrate that God’s grace is given and not earned?What is John's advice to young Christians?Be sure to tune-in next week to hear the extended cut of this conversation which includes even more fascinating stories and insights with no commercial breaks!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/My Story: A Spiritual and Intellectual Autobiography - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0281091978Diary of a CEO featuring John Lennox - https://youtu.be/dLrvJeSugkM Veritas Forum Speaker Highlights: John Lennox - https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLpVxnnpiCUnONO4L1edQIhO1etMK1cq4j&v=Em5l1jeJQVM Why Are We Here? God, Life, and the Pursuit of Happiness - https://youtu.be/FdEuuQY8JEQ Western Philosophy Course with Dr. Norman Geisler - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/western-philosophy/
Today is the day! 'The War on Reality' has officially been released, and Frank and Phoenix are celebrating by turning the spotlight on a question that might ruffle a few feathers: Can Christians fall into the same trap of trying to bend reality to fit what they want to believe?From health, wealth, and prosperity theology, to manifestation and Christian occultism, they examine popular teachings that sound biblical, but fall apart once you put them back into context. You'll learn:What is the tragic story of Franz Reichelt and what does it teach us about the limits of our words and personal beliefs?Does Proverbs 18:21 (and other related Bible verses) teach that our words have power?What do exegesis and eisegesis have to do with spotting bad theology?Why is it important to distinguish between psychological and spiritual definitions of manifestation?What's the difference between biblical prayer and trying to manipulate spiritual outcomes?What is “Christian occultism,” and could some Christians be practicing it without realizing it?How did Phoenix work her way out of Word of Faith and deliverance ministry theology?What questions can you ask someone caught up in Word of Faith or New Thought beliefs?'The War on Reality' isn’t just about confronting bad ideas in the culture. Sometimes Christians need to take a hard look at the ideas circulating inside the Church, too. Don't forget to grab your copy to explore even more topics related to these important cultural issues!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 War on Reality by Frank Turek & Phoenix Hayes - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630Skillet’s John and Korey Cooper Break Their Silence About NAR & Church Abuse - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GwayjaKqfQ Western Philosophy Course with Norman Geisler - https://bit.ly/45wxbCG
We’re told men can have babies, math is racist, abortion is healthcare, castrating children is also healthcare, and disagreement somehow qualifies as hate speech. How did we get here, and what do these seemingly unrelated ideas all have in common?Phoenix Hayes, co-author of 'The War on Reality', joins Frank to unpack one of their favorite chapters from the book (available for immediate download as soon as you pre-order!), and trace the ideas shaping today’s cultural madness back to the man behind the ideology: Karl Marx. Together, they answer questions like:Who was Karl Marx, and what was the darkness lurking behind his worldview?Who was Adam Smith, and how did his view of economics compare to Karl Marx?How did Marxism move from economics into race, gender, sexuality, and culture?In cultural Marxism, who qualifies as an “oppressor” or “oppressed,” and who decides?What do socialists fail to recognize about human nature?Why is mere disagreement on an issue increasingly treated as hate speech?Why does cultural Marxism often lead to violence?How did Charlie Kirk become a casualty of the war on reality?What shocking and disturbing claim did Tyler Robinson’s attorney make during the pre-trial hearing?Why do Frank and Phoenix argue that cultural Marxism is ultimately satanic and anti-biblical?If you’ve struggled to put your finger on what’s driving some of today’s most insane ideas, this is one conversation you’ll want to hear from start to finish. Be sure to pre-order your copy of 'The War on Reality' to dig even deeper, and join Frank and Phoenix again for the next episode as they tackle another chapter from the book (one that some Christians may not like)!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/Read Erika Kirk's Profound Foreword - https://thewaronreality.com/#erikaWestern Carolina University - Conspiracy Theories - https://youtu.be/rBGZo55CVBk The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://thewaronreality.com/
George Washington is one of the most recognizable names in American history. But before the presidency, the monuments, and the dollar bill, he was a military leader carrying the weight of a revolution that could easily have failed.This week, Eric Metaxas joins Frank to discuss his new book, 'Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World', and why understanding Washington means understanding far more than battlefield strategy. Their conversation traces the faith, character, political philosophy, and providential moments that helped shape the American Revolution and the nation that followed. Frank and Eric tackle questions like:Why is George Washington so central to the story of the American Revolution?Why is Eric's new book titled ‘Revolution’ and not ‘The American Revolution’?Why does liberty need to be grounded in God and what Bible verse is on the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia?What made Washington so deeply respected on and off the battlefield, and how did his character contribute to his success?How did the concept of a covenant with God shape the early American colonies?Why was Washington chosen over more experienced military figures like Horatio Gates and Charles Lee?How did John Quincy Adams influence Abraham Lincoln?How does the American Revolution compare to the French Revolution, and what warning does Speaker Mike Johnson have for America?Why are some people trying to rewrite American history?Why is it so hard to find Eric's book in some secular bookstores, even though it’s a bestseller?On our 250th anniversary, it's time for America’s story to come to life for a new generation. Be sure to grab a copy of 'Revolution' to dig deeper into the faith, courage, and character behind George Washington and the rest of our Founding Fathers.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://www.amazon.com/dp/1631440888What No One Ever Told You About the American Revolution - https://youtu.be/wdmzRMw_VBg Eric’s website - https://ericmetaxas.com/Expedition to Reality - https://bit.ly/4w07MvMWestern Philosophy Course - https://bit.ly/45wxbCGThe War on Reality - PREORDER NOW! - https://thewaronreality.com/
For centuries, skeptics have argued that parts of the Bible are legend, exaggeration, or history written long after the fact. But what happens when archaeologists start finding the names, places, civilizations, and events recorded in Scripture--do those same skeptics ever change their minds?This week, author, filmmaker, and scholar, Dinesh D'Souza, joins Frank to reveal what sparked his fascination with biblical archaeology and inspired his new book, 'The Stones Cry Out'. Together, they trace the archaeological evidence through the biblical timeline, from the world of Abraham and ancient Israel to King David, the New Testament, and discoveries involving people who once existed only on the pages of Scripture. During their conversation, Frank and Dinesh investigate questions like:What first got Dinesh interested in biblical archaeology, and what's so special about Jerusalem?How is modern archaeology corroborating the Bible, and why are both pastors and archaeologists hesitant to talk about it?Has archaeology ever uncovered anything that contradicts the Bible?What are archaeological minimalists, and how did evidence for King David challenge their skeptical theories?How is it even possible to examine the historicity of Abraham and events that happened 4000+ years ago?How do Assyrian and Babylonian sources corroborate Scripture?What's so significant about the "Nomads of Yahweh" inscription, the Merneptah Stele, and the walls of Jericho?What about the Quran and Buddhist scriptures: have those been verified by any archaeological discoveries?Why is finding evidence of seemingly minor biblical characters so important?If the Bible gets history right, how does that impact the way we evaluate its claims about miracles?In the last segment, Frank and Dinesh turn their attention to Candace Owens:Is there any evidence for what Candace is saying about the murder of Charlie Kirk?Why is she persisting with such determination?What is a very important question that no one seems to be asking?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 Stones Cry Out by Dinesh D'Souza - https://a.co/d/0gyvJ3WQThe War On Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://a.co/d/05LD4AfTExpedition to Reality - ONLINE COURSE - https://bit.ly/4w07MvMWestern Philosophy with Norman Geisler - ONLINE COURSE - https://bit.ly/45wxbCG
How do you know you’re not being deceived? In today’s upside-down “follow your feelings” world it can be hard to distinguish the truth from a lie. So what’s the best way to prevent you and your loved ones from stumbling into dangerous false teachings?Joining Frank from CIA 2026 in Charlotte, NC is the women’s all-star team of Christian apologetics–Hillary Morgan Ferrer (Mama Bear Apologetics), Alisa Childers, and Natasha Crain. Together they discuss some of the most popular false beliefs from culture that have seeped into the Church and why it seems that personality and popularity often trump critical thinking skills.You’ll learn:How and why did Hillary blaze the trail for women in apologetics?What is deconstruction and why is it so hard to define?How has the question shifted from, "Is Christianity true?" to "Is Christianity good?"What popular (and false) belief among both Christians and non-Christians led to a lot of the problems we see in culture today?What’s the driving force behind adult kids calling their parents “toxic” for their Christian beliefs?Doesn’t God want us to be happy? Shouldn’t we be our authentic-selves?What are the four main tenets of secularism?How can humor sometimes make hard truths easier to swallow?How did Jen Hatmaker slowly lead her loyal followers away from biblical Christianity?Is it possible a person can be right about one thing but wrong about something else?What’s the inherent problem with following personalities instead of the evidence?Even if you didn’t learn logic and critical thinking skills in school, it’s never too late to start. Be sure to check out some of the helpful resources listed 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!Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/Train Your Brain - An Introduction to Logic - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/occ-train-your-brain-kids-course/MamaBearApologetics - https://mamabearapologetics.com/AlisaChilders.com - http://AlisaChilders.comNatashaCrain.com - http://NatashaCrain.comThe Thinking Toolbox - https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Toolbox-Thirty-Five-Lessons-Reasoning/dp/0974531588Stealing From God - https://impactapologetics.com/stealing-from-god-paperback
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