Truth Defended

Steve and Nathan continue the conversation about music. What does God really say about music? How can music affect one's emotions? Discover a few solid perspectives on how to use music in your home.

What does the Bible actually say about Music? Music is important to many people, and quality music can move a person to do good, teach one to love God better, and help one grow in knowledge and devotion to the Lord. Steve and Nathan have a candid conversation about music and offer practical tips for this important part of our lives.

This episode features a discussion with Nathan Kemmerling on emotional health, the causes of depression, and the need for humans to live in community. God designed us for interaction and relationships with other people.

Steve interviews church planter Jordan McDowell in this compelling episode about the importance of preaching the Gospel and teaching believers as elements of church planting.

IN this episode, Steven interviews missionary Chad Pape, and they discuss the Theology of missions, and talk about baseball, coffee, and God's calling on one's life. Every Christian can participate in missions on some level.

In this episode, Steve talks with Justin Hamm, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Regional Director in New York. The Bible talks much about atheleticism, and the podcast explores some of the struggles and pains of sports while encouraging the use of sports to communicate the Gospel.

Stories are part of every culture in history. We love our stories, and God has given us many stories, true ones, in the Bible, to help us know Him better. Learn about micro and macro stories and the "Grand Story of the Bible" in today's episode.

What happened to the souls of believers and non-believers before Jesus came to earth, died, and rose again? What about annihilationism? Steve and Nathan discuss the theology of eternal life and eternal death in this episode.

Humility is in short supply some days - even in the life of the Christian. Let Christmas remind you of the humility we can find in Jesus!

Dr. Jeff and Steve share a conversation about the primary model in Scprite for education. Learn about teaching, learning, and the passion needed in sharing Christ and providing Christian teachings to the next generation. Please comment, like, and share this episode!

Nathan and Steve discuss the internship model and the opportunity Nathan had to experience gospel ministry in a local church setting. Please comment, like, and share this episode!

Nathan and Steve talk about God. The Word of God, the Bible, is the revelation of God, and He wants us to know Him. Please comment and share this episode with others.

Nathan and Steve discuss the doctrine of sin. Sin is a transgression, or stepping over the line. It's a violation of God's command. Learn more and share a comment in this podcast. Thanks for listening!

Bread is mentioned often in the Bible. Jesus is the "Bread of Life!" Please tune in to season 2 coming later this year.

Being negative can impact relationships and everyday life. In this edition of Truth Defended, learn about "Songs in the Night" and how sleep is a God-given mechanism for recovery. Please share this ministry with others. www.truthdefended.org

A little girl discovered a "Dung Beetle" amulet from the same time period as Joseph. In this episode, see Joseph as an example of forgiveness and rescue, and look to Jesus as the ultimate rescuer.

One man is attempting to live forever with diet, blood infusion, and technology while acknowledging his only foe is death. Find why people die and discover the only way to live forever in this podcast. Who would want to live forever in these corrupted human bodies? God has a better plan.

Smiling at someone could make their day and even save your life! In this episode, learn about dealing with emotional pain and how to forgive others.

Where is the real Mount Sinai? Why is a mountain in Saudi Arabia chared on top? This and more in this TD episode.

Have you ever used a BIC ballpoint pen? It's the most popular pen in the world and has been used by millions. Its simple design is effective and timeless. The world and everything in it is much more complicated than a pen. If a pen needs a designer and maker, this earth also needs those.

What is your favorite bird? I enjoy watching the Pileated Woodpecker! Learn about him, Adam and Eve, and find what "wordliness" is in this episode.

Each Christian should be cheering other Christians on. We are all broken people, and all of us need encouragement. Learn this and how to meditate on the Bible.

Only God knows when we will be appointed to death. It's important to be ready. Watch out for idols and false teachings. The primary concern is the Gospel.

Some in history have destroyed evidence and archaeology in an effort to dismiss the stories of the Bible. Check out The Witness Stone as found in Joshua 24 in this edition of Truth Defended.

Why are some things right and other things wrong? It depends on your worldview.