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This episode defines a Christian not by external markers such as doctrine, baptism, or moral behavior, but by the fundamental reality of belonging to Jesus Christ. It argues that true conversion involves the Holy Spirit effectually applying Christ's redemption to spiritually dead sinners, resulting in a new union with Him. The episode emphasizes that salvation is entirely by grace through faith, d...

What makes a church draw people in before they can say why? In this plenary address from the 2026 Center for Missions & Evangelism Conference, Greg Bylsma explores what he calls "cultural apologetics": the biblical truth that God uses the visible life of his church as a witness to the gospel. Building on Eric Watkins' talk on hospitality, Bylsma turns to Acts 2 and asks how a church becomes that k...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 10-02-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 10-01-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

Dawn Hill examines Vlad Savchuk's "octopus spirit" teaching and the Scriptures used to support it. She explains why passages about thoughts, temptation, and spiritual warfare should be read in context rather than used to establish an unnamed demon. She closes with biblical encouragement to seek counsel, resist isolation, and look to Christ and His Word. For more from Dawn, please visit: https://se...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-30-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

While the passive aspect of David's faith was demonstrated by his godly countenance, the active aspect of his faith was proven by action and his zealousness for God's honor and glory. And perhaps no better example is given in David's life than his victory over Goliath. First, it serves as a theological apologetic against the defiance of God, silencing the 'obstreperous mouths' of the enemy. But al...

This sermon examines Daniel 11:20-45, tracing the historical rise and fall of Antiochus IV Epiphanes and his conflict with the Ptolemaic kingdom of Egypt. The teaching highlights the fulfillment of prophecy through historical records, specifically citing Josephus and the Maccabees, to demonstrate that God sovereignly governs the rise and fall of world powers according to His appointed time. It con...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-29-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-28-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

This sermon explores the Christian concept of hope as a living reality rooted in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the promise of an eternal inheritance. It emphasizes that believers are called to display this hope through their conduct, acting as a witness to the world by overcoming evil with good and maintaining peace even in the face of persecution. The text argues that when others observe t...

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of rigorous spiritual discipline to cultivate a life of faith, arguing that believers must 'train hard' during times of ease to maintain stability during suffering. By utilizing a structured framework of biblical history, the speaker encourages the memorization of key events and doctrines to enable immediate recall and connection with God's promises in moments o...

This episode explores the central theological claim that humanity's ultimate purpose is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever, as summarized in the Westminster Shorter Catechism. It argues that human beings do not create their own meaning but receive it from the Creator, establishing that all aspects of life, from ordinary activities to profound suffering, are ordered toward God's glory. The teachi...

This sermon argues for the full deity of Christ by examining key Old Testament passages and their New Testament applications. It addresses objections rooted in Enlightenment rationalism and deism, asserting that the metaphysical reality of God's nature is evident in Scripture. The speaker analyzes texts such as Psalm 110, Isaiah 9, and Psalm 45 to demonstrate that Jesus possesses divine attributes...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-25-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-24-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

On this Let's Talk Pastor Rocky Stevenson of Benoni Bible Church is joined with Bill Jack from Worldview Academy in the USA, and they discuss and explore the biblical mandate for Christians to question authority and engage in critical thinking, contrasting this with secular educational models that often discourage inquiry. It introduces four foundational questions—clarifying meaning, establishing...

Dan explores the exhortation in 1 Thessalonians 4 to abound in brotherly love, identifying it as a primary mark of genuine conversion and a powerful apologetic for the faith. The teaching emphasizes that this love is not merely an emotion but is demonstrated through three specific behavioral aspirations: leading a quiet life, minding one's own business, and working with one's own hands. These prac...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-23-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-22-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...