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Recently, Bart Ehrman was on Paulogia's channel to respond to some of my videos on the gospel of Matthew. I review and respond in this stream. Paul's video:    • 4 TIMES Matthew FLUBBED the Old Testa...   Support IP: https://inspiringphilosophy.org/give/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inspiringphilosophy

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Although some people have heard about this understanding of Christian eschatology, many today have not, so it is new to many people out there. This is the case for postmillennialism, a more positive way to understand Christian eschatology. An Important video to watch along with this one:    • Why Hasn't Jesus Returned Yet?   See here as well, "Was Jesus A Failed Apocalyptic Prophet?"...

On this episode Michael will answer: What Does it Mean to Fear God?, Should We Fast?, Are Certain Bible Characters Just Symbolic?, & Why Are There So Many Denominations? This is a sneak peek of the full bonus Q & A monthly episode that is available to InspiringPhilosophy supporters. If you enjoy this content, want the FULL episode, and also want Michael Jones to answer your questions on th...

Fascism has been rising in America in the past few years under a man named Nick Fuentes. We hope to expose what his goals for America are so more people are aware of how dangerous he is. Fuentes preaches a similar message to what Adolf Hitler preached. Support Inspiring Philosophy by making a donation at: ⁠⁠https://inspiringphilosophy.org/give/⁠⁠ or on Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/inspiringp...

Sociologist Andrew Whitehead joins me to discuss his new book, "American Idolatry," which covers the ideology of Christian nationalism. We discuss why Christian nationalism goes against the teachings of the Gospel. Support Inspiring Philosophy by making a donation at: ⁠https://inspiringphilosophy.org/give/⁠ or on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/inspiringphilosophy⁠

I am joined by the world-famous Trent Horn as we look at Mason Mennenga's argument that the early church allowed gay marriage.

Historian Nathan Johnstone joins me to discuss his book, "The New Atheism, Myth, and History." We will discuss how many of the new atheists have misrepresented historical events and facts to attack religion. From the Inquisition to Nazi Germany, there are many blunders new atheists have made. Link to book: https://play.google.com/store/books/d... https://www.amazon.com/New-Atheism-My......

Some atheists have argued against Christianity using the meager moral fruits argument, which claims if Christianity is true Christians should bear moral fruits and have a better reputation than what we see in reality. But this argument is riddled with problems. Link to Emerson Green's article: https://emersongreenblog.wordpress.co... Link to Interview with Jonathan M.S. Pierce:    • Meager Mor...

This is a sneak peek of the bonus Q & A episode that is available to InspiringPhilosophy supporters. Than's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygFheob6e4E&ab_channel=ExploringRealityIf you enjoy this content, want the FULL episode, and also want Michael Jones to answer your questions on the show, please consider becoming a supporter! PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/inspiringp...

We often hear people claim that Christianity gave rise to Nazism and will give rise to more nationalist movements. Does the data support this? A special thanks to sociologist Kenneth Vaughan for helping to make this episode. Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Support the Show. WATCH Inspiring Philosophy on Youtube!https://...

A common argument is that religion, and specifically, Christianity leads to more war and violence. Getting rid of Christianity would make the world a safer place. Does the data support this? A special thanks to sociologist Kenneth Vaughan for helping with this video. Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Support the Show. WAT...

Is there a war between Christianity and science? Many think religion, in general, is opposed to scientific progress, but what does the research suggest? Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Source: Jerry Coyne - Yes, there is a war between science and religionhttps://theconversation.com/yes-there...Elaine Howard Ecklund, Chr...

Shaykh Uthman ibn Farooq claims there is no evidence for the crucifixion of Jesus, so David Wood and I help him out. Original Video: • Jesus been crucified give me historic... David Wood's channel: / @apologeticsroadshow Support the Show. WATCH Inspiring Philosophy on Youtube!https://www.youtube.com/@InspiringPhilosophy

This is a sneak peek of the bonus Q & A episode that is available to InspiringPhilosophy supporters. Than's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygFheob6e4E&ab_channel=ExploringRealityIf you enjoy this content, want the FULL episode, and also want Michael Jones to answer your questions on the show, please consider becoming a supporter! PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/inspiringp...

Rationality Rules posted a video arguing "The Case for Atheism." Sy Garte was raised as an atheist but converted to Christianity. He joins us to see if RR's video really is a good case for atheism. Sy Garte's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Science-Faith-...Original Video: • Why God Got It Wrong: The Case for At... Support the Show. WATCH Inspiring Philosophy on Youtube!https://www.youtube.com/@I...

f the Torah is from God why does it contain some pretty bad teachings? Shouldn't God have taught a better system than what we find in the Torah? Thank you to scholars Mark Chavalas and John Walton for helping with this video. Part 1: • The Misunderstood Mosaic Law Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Sources: Exploring the C...

The Torah is a revolutionary document that changed many ways ancient people viewed ethics and themselves. Correction: When I cited the book, "Marriage and Family in the Biblical World" I said the quotes came from Ken Campbell (the editor) when in the book they come from Daniel Block who wrote that specific chapter. Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilos...

We are so far removed from the cultural world of the ancient Near East there is so much about the Torah we do not understand. This is a deep dive exploring what the Torah was and what it most likely functioned as. Thank you to scholars Mark Chavalas and John Walton for helping with this video. Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilo...

A lot of the misunderstanding that surrounds the beliefs and practices of Christianity comes from the fact we do not understand the ancient culture that began in. In this video, we explore the culture of the ancient world to better understand what the New Testament is trying to teach. Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Sou...

This is a sneak peek of the bonus Q & A episode that is available to InspiringPhilosophy supporters. If you enjoy this content, want the FULL episode, and also want Michael Jones to answer your questions on the show, please consider becoming a supporter! PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/inspiringphilosophyLOCALS:https://inspiringphilosophy.locals.com/ Support the Show. WATCH Inspiring Philosoph...

There is so much context we miss when we read the Bible, because we do not understand the honor and shame standards of the ancient world. This video will help explain ancient concepts of honor and shame so you can better understand the Bible. Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Sources:Bruce Malina & John Pilch - Handbo...

When were the books of the Bible written? Did they have more than one author? Were they written over a long period of time? If so is that a problem for biblical authority? Don't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Sources: Jocelyn Penny Small - Wax Tablets of the Mind: Cognitive Studies of Memory and Literacy in ClassicalAntiquit...

Ancient Israel believed in a flat earth and didn’t know what the brain was for. Does that mean the Bible is flawed? Join us at: http://www.inspiringphilosophy.orgDon't forget to help us create more videos! We need your support: / inspiringphilosophy / @inspiringphilosophy Sources:Ancient Near Eastern Thought and the Old Testament - John WaltonThe Lost World of Scripture - John Walton and Brent San...