The Free Grace Apologies (C4C Apologetics)

Occult Practices: Are They Harmless? Today we discuss an article form Church Leaders webpage that discusses occult practices. We examine various practices that are deemed occultic and discuss whether or not they are harmless. Article Link: https://churchleaders.com/outreach-missions/outreach-missions-articles/335802-new-age-christians-and-the-danger-they-dont-know-theyre-in.html?fbclid=IwAR3FYy2CX...

Are there two God's in the Bible? Many people claim that the God of the Old Testament is different from the God of the New Testament. Is that true? Is the Old Testament God all wrathful, angry, and destructive? And is the New Testament God all about love, mercy, and peace? Is there a disparity between these two? This is a concise answer and explanation to this common critique of the Bible. * This...

Is the Old Testament a Hinderance? (Critiquing Andy Stanley's Book "Irresistible") In this video a couple friends of mine discuss an article review that was reviewing the book "Irresistible" by Andy Stanley. We try to give the article a fair shake but what we come to realize is that the article has a lot of bias and prejudice against Andy Stanley. Does that make Stanley's book right? Is the premis...

Today I had the pleasure of interview Mr. B (Red Pen Logic) from the Stand to Reason ministry. In this interview he answers the question of "what do the Jehovah's Witnesses believe?" He talks about organization, founding, their scripture, interpretations of key passages, their views of the Trinity, and most importantly, how to engage and witness to them. If you haven't checked out his ministry or...

After interviewing Dr. Lynn Wilder, I received a comment from a viewer that claimed the picture isn't painted clear as far as Mormon missions trips is concerned. And that "if you want to know the truth about the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, ask someone who actually knows what they're talking about."  Well, that's exactly what we're doing today! Talking to someone who has been...

Much is spoken about the word apostasy. What does this word mean? Does this mean someone who left the faith and became an agnostic or atheist? Are we bringing our bias and presuppositions to Scripture to interpret this word? Find out my thoughts on this word and what I truly believe it means. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4C Apologetics Website: https://odbaptist.com/pages/c4c-...

Today we interview former homicide detective, and nationally known Christian apologist, J. Warner Wallace. He is the author of numerous books such as Cold Case Christianity, God's Crime Scene, and Forensic Faith, as well as was in the movie God's Not Dead 2. In this interview, we discuss eyewitness reliability of the Gospels, Old Testament canonization, the apocrypha, abductive reasoning, and much...

If you've ever spoken with a Mormon, the topic of grace eventually comes up. But does what the LDS church teach about grace actual biblical grace according to the word of God? We'll look at two key areas within LDS books to see that Mormon grace is not Biblical grace. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4C Apologetics Website: https://odbaptist.com/pages/c4c-apolo... Financially Supp...

This is part of a 10-episode series in which we break down the New Age Movement. In this episode we're looking at the Age of Aquarius. We'll be discovering what it means according to astrology, where life is, and what God has to say about this practice. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4C Apologetics Website: https://odbaptist.com/pages/c4c-apolo... Financially Support C4C Apologe...

Today I had the privilege to interview Dr. Lynn Wilder. Lynn was involved in the Mormon church for 30 years, having numerous leadership positions within the church, as well as a professor at Brigham Young University. We talk about her experience, why she left the LDS church, and her insight into engaging with the Mormons we come into contact with. *In the beginning there was internet connection is...

Today's interview is with Greg Koukl, founder of Stand to Reason ministry. He is the author of Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions; has debated with atheist Michael Shermer and New Age guru Deepak Chopra. In this interview we discuss worldviews, the rise of relativism, ways to witness, how to deescalate a situation, and ways to reach the LDS community. Stand to Reason Mi...

Today I had to honor to interview Dr. Georgia Purdom of Answers in Genesis. We discussed Neanderthals, Specified/Irreducible Complexity, Transgenderism, DNA, and much more. It is my prayer that in this video you learn about the intricate and marvelous design that makes you, you, and how this Designer loves you and wants a relationship with you. Dr. Georgia Purdom https://answersingenesis.org/bios/...

This is part of a 10-video series in which we break down the New Age Movement. Today we'll understand the basic overview of the New Age, some common symbols and icons such as: Christ Consciousness, ankh (Horus), crystals, coexist, pentagram, Gaia, and others, as well as startling statistics that reveal this demonic teaching is creeping into the Church today. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbap...

This is part of a 10-video series in which we break down the New Age Movement. Today we'll look at the evolving thoughts and views that formed what we know of today as the New Age Movement. We'll look at several key figures within its evolution such as Helena Blavatsky and Edgar Cayce, as well as the Harmonic Convergence and the Hippie Movement. Don't fall asleep because understanding the history...

This is part of a 10-video series in which we break down the New Age Movement. Today we'll understand the basic overview of the New Age, some common symbols and icons such as: Christ Consciousness, ankh (Horus), crystals, coexist, pentagram, Gaia, and others, as well as startling statistics that reveal this demonic teaching is creeping into the Church today. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbap...

Today I had the honor of interviewing Paul Copan on a very sensitive and heavy topic; the skeptics claim that the God of the Bible is wicked and immoral. I ask Paul Copan the below questions in this video. I pray this interview will enlighten you, allow you to understand on to stand on the morality and love of God, and for those skeptics, I pray the interview opens your eyes to remove the bias and...

I was forwarded an article from friends in which a contributor to The Gospel Coalition wrote explaining how Romans 8:28-30 made him a Calvinist. I was asked to take a look at the article and provide thoughts. This is part 2 of this article review and explains how Romans 8:28-30 does not teach Calvinism. How Romans 8 Made Me a Calvinist Article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/romans-8-m...

This is the audio from an interview I did with Dr. Fred Chay on the False Dichotomy of Calvinism vs Arminianism. There is other theological options, and we don't have to be placed into a Arminian or Calvin box. Tune in to hear this interview! Grace School of Theology: https://www.gsot.edu/ Free Grace Soteriology: https://www.gracetheology.org/bookstore/free-grace-soteriology-3rd-edition/ Defense o...

I was forwarded an article from friend's in which a contributor to The Gospel Coalition wrote explaining how Romans 8:28-30 made him a Calvinist. I was asked to take a look at the article and provide thoughts. This is my thoughts on the author's explanation on Romans 8:28-30 and how it is riddled with False Dichotomy's and he left one view for a worse off one which holds no assurance. How Romans 8...

Today I interview a fellow Christian who is passionate about this topic and has spent many hours studying and researching this from a biblical perspective. What exactly is Moral Relativism, how did it begin, and is it detrimental to society? Check out this episode for this and more. His Way Out Ministries https://hiswayout.com/ Conversational Evangelism Book http://conversationalevangelism.com/ C4...

Today we interview Dr. Jason Lisle, founder of the Biblical Science Institute, over an intriguing topic. Where do craters fit in a Young Earth Creationism model? If the earth is only 6,000 years old, how do we explain the existence of craters, as well as the period known as the Ice Age. Also, the Mandlebrot Set is a fascinating discovery that shows the design, intricacy, and beauty of God! Check o...

On today's episode we answer another question from a listener that deals with Demonology and the Christian. We will look at what is demonic possession, what does God say about witchcraft, what is a Christian to do if under spiritual attack, and more.   C4C Apologetics Website: https://c4capologetics.weebly.com/ C4C Apologetics YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTCXAxWY9WPV1hzq...

Is the Christian supposed to give 10% of their net income to the local church? Does tithing lead to legalism and a check-block to be marked off? What exactly is tithing and what was its purpose? And what in the world are Christians today supposed to do relating to giving a tithe? We exegetically examine all this, and more, on today's episode.   C4C Apologetics Website: https://c4capologetics....

What does the tenet Irresistible Grace mean? Is there any scriptural basis for it or is it a concept developed by man? Today I give my thoughts into this Reformed teaching. C4C Apologetics Website: https://c4capologetics.weebly.com/ C4C Apologetics YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTCXAxWY9WPV1hzq5WH-OTw/featured C4C Apologetics Podcast Platforms: Castbox: https://castbox.fm/chann...

Is the Coronavirus judgment from God? Must we as a nation invoke 2 Chronicles 7:14 in order to free the land of this pandemic? Does 2 Chronicles 7:14 even apply to our current situation today? Let's look at that... Link to COVID-19 YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/lsqkfQL-rj8 C4C Apologetics Website: https://c4capologetics.weebly.com/ C4C Apologetics YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel...