Campfire Apologetics

One of the main claims of Islam is that the Bible was corrupted and therefore we can't trust what it says about who Jesus is, the nature of God, and many more things. Does this assertion hold any water? Was the Bible corrupted? If so, when, and by who? Does the historical data back up Islamic claims, or is this a baseless assertion? Find out on this episode of Campfire Apologetics #Christian #isla...

In this episode of Campfire Apologetics I do my best to address the age old question of whether or not Jesus could have sinned if he wanted to. I show my hand a bit early on in the episode, but stick around until the end and let me know what you think! #Jesus #sin #impeccable #perfect #love #sinless #Lamb #God #Bible #study #read #theology

Quick thoughts on the tragic, senseless, unjustified assassination of Charlie Kirk. Beloved husband, father, friend, son. You will be missed. Your work will continue. #charliekirk #murder #rip #savior #love

On this episode of Campfire Apologetics, I sit down with Jake Bull to talk about his new book for children "Everywhere And All The Time" written for children. What if your child didn’t just know Jesus as the Savior, but also as the King over everything here and now? Everywhere and All the Time is a beautifully illustrated, Scripture-rich children’s book designed to help Christian parents...

On Part 2 of this "Evolution Exposed" series, Matt Nailor of  @YoungEarthCreation  and Donnie Budinsky of  @StandingForTruthMinistries  explain how Darwinian evolution can't be possible by examining Adam and Eve, the flood account and ancient language transmission and development. Don't miss either part 1 or part 2! #Christian #podcast #evolution #lies #creation #history #languag...

On the first part of this two part series, Donny Budinsky of  @StandingForTruthMinistries  clearly lays out the case for creation, and against evolution. In this presentation, Donny gives details about DNA, creation, human Y Chromosomes vs great ape Y Chromosomes, helium in zircon crystals, carbon 14 found in diamonds and more to build a case against the impossibility of evolution being our story...

In this episode of Campfire Apologetics, Mark sits down with Adam Carmichael (The Tatted Theologian) to talk about the issue of Christians with tattoos. Can a Christian have a tattoo? Can they get one after being saved? They talk about different scriptural passages that are often used as proof texts to show that tattoos are off limits for Christians, and put those passages in their proper context....

In todays episode of Campfire Apologetics I sit down with Dr. Lydia McGrew, an analytic philosopher and interdisciplinary scholar working in the areas of epistemology and New Testament Studies. We discuss the reliability of the New Testament, specifically diving into the topics of harmonization and undesigned coincidences. Check out Lydia's website and books here: https://lydiamcgrew.com/#newtesta...

On this episode of Campfire Apologetics, I dig further into the deity of Christ by examining the doctrine of the Trinity. What exactly is the Trinity? Is it a Biblical doctrine? How should Christians explain the trinity? How can we avoid ancient heresies when talking about the Trinity? I broke this episode down into 4 parts. Part 1 - defining the Trinity. Part 2 - scriptural support from both old...

On this episode of Campfire Apologetics, I sit down with Andrew Rappaport of  @StrivingforEternity  ministries to discuss Roman Catholicism. What are some of the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church? What should our highest and final authority be in understanding scripture? The Church (Sola Ecclesia) or Scripture itself (Sola Scriptura)? What is the gospel? Are we saved by faith alone, or faith...

In this episode of Campfire Apologetics, I explore the world of christian epistemology (how we know what we know) through the lens of two well known philosophical ideas: Descartes' "I think, therefore I am" and Berkley's "If a tree falls in the forrest...." I walk through different epistemological systems such as, rationalism, empiricism, existentialism etc and contrast...

From harmless cartoons, to bestselling books, games and apps, today's children are quietly being initiated into New Age and Occult thinking and teaching. It's usually masked with empowerment, magic, positive energy or good vibes. On this Episode of Campfire Apologetics, I sit down with Marcia Montenegro--former professional astrologer and author of the book Spellbound - to expose how the o...

Many new thought and new age ideas have crept into the western Church, one of which being reincarnation. Thats the idea that we are recycled into new life forms when we die to work off past sins. Why do some christians believe this idea? Is this a Biblical concept? Why has this idea made its way into the Church? How should we respond to this? If you have experienced this or have even believed this...

On this episode, Mark sits down with The Apologetic Dog (Jeremiah Nourtier) to discuss the Church of Christ. Who are they, what makes them different than any other evangelical Church? Do they preach a different gospel like what Paul warns about in Galatians 1? Is salvation earned by works of faith or by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone? If you would like to understand the Church of...

In this episode I wanted to zero in on a topic that I believe is important in apologetics. The deity of Christ. This topic can be engaging for witnessing to Atheists, Muslims, Mormons, Jehovah's Witnesses, and many more worldview perspectives. This episode specifically addresses Stephen's vision in Acts 7 and how it powerfully supports the truth that Jesus is Yahweh, while also cross refer...

Many claim that the deity of Jesus was a later invention -- a doctrine developed long after Jesus walked the earth. While the Gospel of John clearly presents a high view of Christ, critics argue that earlier writings, like the Gospel of Mark, do not. But is that really true? In this episode, we take a closer look at the Gospel of Mark -- widely considered the earliest of the four gospels -- and un...

In this episode of Campfire Apologetics, we dive deeper into the world of logic and informal fallacies, building on the previous episode about the "Euthyphro Dilemma. We'll explore why understanding logic is vital for apologetics, and why apologetics is vital for evangelism. I'll cover the foundational three laws of logic, then walk through common fallacies like the straw man, ad homi...

On this episode of Campfire Apologetics, Mark sits down with Anthony Uvenio from The Reformed Rookie to explore a powerful framework for defending the Christian faith: C.O.D.E. --Causation, Order, Design, and Ethics/Evil. We break down each element and show how this simple structure can help every believer engage skeptics with clarity, confidence, and a Biblical worldview. Whether you're new t...

In this episode of Campfire Apologetics Mark tackles one of the most common challenges to the Christian faith, and more specifically the Christian view of morality. The Euthyphro dilemma. Is something good because God says it is, or does God command something because it is good? Many skeptics believe this dilemma puts Christian morality in a bind-- but it's actually built on a false premise an...

In this episode of Campfire Apologetics, Mark sits down with long time friend Matt Rieger to tackle some of the most difficult and controversial passages in the Old Testament—topics that skeptics often cite to question the morality and character of God. Why did God allow slavery? Was the conquest of Canaan genocide? How do we reconcile divine judgment with a loving God? Join us as we explore these...

Way too often we (believers) jump into apologetics or conversations about faith and forget the foundation the Bible has given us to defend our faith or have these conversations and that is to set apart Christ as Lord. in this episode, Mark unpacks the often-overlooked first line of 1 Peter 3:15, explores the logical tools Jesus used, tackles the supposed contradiction in Proverbs 26, and teaches w...

In this episode, Mark sits down with Dr. Matthew Everhard to discuss the state of modern worship in the church and his book "Worshiptainment: The Modern Church's Golden Calf." From bizarre stunts during Sunday services to deep biblical insights, we unpack the difference between the regulative and normative principles of worship and ask the hard question: What does God actually requir...

Is your favorite song proof that God exists? In this episode of Campfire Apologetics, Mark dives into how music itself, its beauty consistency, and underlying structure points to the existence of a rational, unchanging Creator. From the laws of induction and uniformity of nature to the exact frequencies that govern specific notes, Mark unpacks how music doesn't just sound divine, it demands a divi...

In this episode of Campfire Apologetics, Mark sits down with Greg Koukl (author, apologist, and founder of Stand to Reason) to talk about moral relativism - which is the idea that right and wrong are just a matter of opinion, Are morals really just personal preference like ice cream, social constructs or is there an objective moral law that transcends our own minds and culture? https://www.str.org...

In this episode, Mark dives into one of the most important questions in history: Did Jesus Christ actually rise form the dead? If the resurrection didn't happen, as Paul says in 1 Corinthians 15, then our faith is in vain. This is a true historical fact. Mark explores the "Minimal Facts Approach" developed by Gary Habermas and Michael Licona, which are the historical data that even s...