The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

In this second of two podcasts dealing with chapter 2, Mittelberg shows how the philosophy of naturalism (nothing outside of nature) has problems and explains the various views of origins that Christian hold. Book: The Questions Christians Hope No One Will Ask by Mark Mittelberg Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbea...

Mark Mittelberg answers a common challenge to Christianity--Didn't evolution put God out of a job? This is the first of two podcasts dealing with chapter 2 in his book. Book: The Questions Christians Hope No One Will Ask by Mark Mittelberg Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed ri...

J. P. Moreland, noted philosopher and writer, offers valuable insights in chapter four of his book--how we can develop a mind focused on God and how to think more deeply. Book: The Lost Virtue of Happiness by J. P. Moreland Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the po...

Geisler and Rhodes have written a handbook on cultic misinterpretations of the Bible. This podcast covers verses in Genesis that have been misused by various groups. Book: When Cultists Ask by Norm Geisler and Ron Rhodes Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podca...

Fazale Rana, now president of Reasons to Believe, details how molecular anthropology sheds light on human origins. Book: Who Was Adam? by Fazale Rana Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on...

Chapter five in this book is called "Sacred Thinking." It talks of the importance of reflection in the life of a Christian and contrasts this with the media, which tell us both what to think about and then how to think about it.  Book: A Mind for God by James Emery White Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and lo...

 This is the final of four podcasts dealing with one of Doug Groothuis' chapters in his impressive book, Christian Apologetics. It deals with the accusation that Christianity sides with Western imperialism and that it neglects ecology. Book: Christian Apologetics by Doug Groothuis Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podb...

In the third podcast on chapter four of this book, Doug Groothuis tackles the misconception that Christianity is homophobic and hostile to those who don't adhere to traditional morality. Book: Christian Apologetics by Doug Groothuis Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right abo...

This is a second podcast devoted to chapter four, which looks at distortions of the Christian worldview. Doug Groothuis takes on two mistaken beliefs-- that the Bible promotes racism and slavery and that Christianity is sexist. Book: Christian Apologetics by Doug Groothuis Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and...

This is the first of four podcasts dealing with distortions of the Christian worldview that Doug Groothuis discusses in chapter four of his book. This segment tackles the charge that Christianity is anti-intellectual and is hostile to science. Book: Christian Apologetics by Doug Groothuis Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go...

Hank Hanegraaff, the Bible Answer Man, deals with several New Testament issues here--supposed contradictions and how the New Testament books were put together. Book: The Complete Bible Answer Book by Hank Hanegraaff Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (...

Josh McDowell and Sean McDowell explain the shift in definition for the word "tolerance." Book: The Beauty of Intolerance by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowell Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Cl...

In chapter 7 David Snoke tackles the difficult issue of how we should interpret the first two chapters of Genesis. Book: A Biblical Case for an Old Earth by David Snoke Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the sear...

This podcast completes a look at Phil Fernandes' third chapter covering his answer to the question "Did science disprove God?" Book: The Atheist Delusion by Phil Fernandes Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the s...

This is the first of two podcasts that discuss Phil's third chapter dealing with a key question--Did science disprove God? Book: The Atheist Delusion by Phil Fernandes Purchase book here  NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the sear...

This podcast looks at discoveries that have confirmed the accuracy of the Bible-- Jeremiah and Daniel as real history, cliffside carvings that reflect biblical accuracy in the world of the Old Testament, and New Testament discoveries that illustrate the life of Jesus and his times.  Book: Amazing Discoveries That Unlock the Bible by Douglas Connelly Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to...

J. Budziszewski, author and college professor, has written a book that tries to teach Christians "how to think clearly when everyone around you seems crazy." In chapter 14 he deals with the current idea that manhood and womanhood can take any shapes that we wish. Book: Pandemic of Lunacy by J. Budziszewski Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate f...

J. Warner Wallace, former cold-case detective, uses his skills to show the evidence for a divinely created universe. In chapter 7 he explores the idea of morality--is it just our opinion or is there objective moral truth? Book: God's Crime Scene by J. Warner Wallace Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at...

In the third chapter of this classic apologetics book, Lee Strobel examines documentary evidence to see if the biographies of Jesus were reliably preserved. Book: The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, P...

Daniel Darling has a new book on a topic we all need to work on--how to develop wisdom for the issues of today. This podcast covers his intro and opening chapter that deals with abortion. Book: Biblical Wisdom by Daniel Darling Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectu...

Kyle Beshears has written a book to help Christians deal with people who are apathetic about religion. In chapter 3 he tells how apatheism affects people both intellectually and emotionally. Book: Apatheism by Kyle Beshears Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the po...

In chapter 2 Natasha Crain points out that Christians are not surrounded by a neutral society that leaves everyone to their own. Instead, we are surrounded by secularism, which is a worldview hostile to Christianity. Book: Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the f...

This booklet is part of a series put out by Ratio Christi, an organization that sets up apologetics clubs at colleges and universities. This podcast discusses ways to classify alternative economic systems and then covers what the Bible says about economics. Book: Capitalism Versus Socialism by Thomas Simpson, PhD Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passi...

Michael Youssef has written a book warning of the partnership between secular progressivism and radical Islam. This podcast covers his concerns about modern Christian heresies as well as his view of the end times and how this relates to Islam. Book: An Unholy Alliance by Michael Youssef Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Chr...

This book explores the evidence of design in the cell. A revolution is taking place today thanks to the discovery of DNA's mysterious partner in the elegant waltz of cellular life--the epigenome. Book: Epigenetics and the Architect by Thomas Woodward and James P. Gills, MD Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podc...