Faith and Reason 10_5
Open calls and questions.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_30
Faith and Reason 9_30
September 30, 2011
Show Notes
E-mail Friday, sometimes referred to (with a smile) as “Hate Mail Friday.”
E-mail from an LDS listener accuses Matt of “severely lacking” in understanding LDS doctrine.
Matt reads through this e-mail with observations, commentary, and comparisons of LDS doctrines as compared with Biblical Christianity.
Caller Alex from the UK via Skype conference calls with other atheist and begins with an inquiry about “Reformed Theology.”
Continuing with an interesting dialogue with Matt who found it necessary to fine-tune several theological terms and definitions for the caller.
Caller Vance from Arkansas would like to know about possibly T-shirt slogans. Matt offers Vance the link to the CARM Cafepress-store http://www.cafepress.com/carmstore
From the CARM home page.
Caller John from Kansas City requests prayer for the Christian pastor in Iran who is scheduled to be put to death soon in that country.
September 30, 2011
Show Notes
E-mail Friday, sometimes referred to (with a smile) as “Hate Mail Friday.”
E-mail from an LDS listener accuses Matt of “severely lacking” in understanding LDS doctrine.
Matt reads through this e-mail with observations, commentary, and comparisons of LDS doctrines as compared with Biblical Christianity.
Caller Alex from the UK via Skype conference calls with other atheist and begins with an inquiry about “Reformed Theology.”
Continuing with an interesting dialogue with Matt who found it necessary to fine-tune several theological terms and definitions for the caller.
Caller Vance from Arkansas would like to know about possibly T-shirt slogans. Matt offers Vance the link to the CARM Cafepress-store http://www.cafepress.com/carmstore
From the CARM home page.
Caller John from Kansas City requests prayer for the Christian pastor in Iran who is scheduled to be put to death soon in that country.
Monday, October 10, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_29
Faith and Reason 9_29
September 29 2011
Show Notes
In studio guests Bill McKeever and Erick Johnson from Mormonism Research Ministry (www.mrm.org)
A continuing outreach to assist Christians in witnessing to their LDS friends and family.
Caller Mark from Texas has a question about the death of apparently innocent young children and infants. This topic is related to that which is called “Theodicy.” http://carm.org/dictionary-theodicy
Matt asks his guests to explain what Mormons hope to attain here on earth and then after their death. Some very interesting details follow which demonstrate that salvation via the ordinances of LDS church is impossibility.
Caller Sam from Kuna, ID. Asks: What level of heaven would one expect to go in LDS theology if you were never baptized or accepted the LDS doctrines during your life on earth?
Caller Craig from the U.K.: Was Joseph Smith involved in occult practices?
LDS Caller Richard from Meridian, ID. Says: “I disagree with about everything you said about Mormonism.” Richard continues and rejects any final authority resting in the Bible.
Finally, Richard demonstrates his confusion and inability to reconcile his LDS beliefs with teaching of the LDS church and LDS apostles and authorities.
September 29 2011
Show Notes
In studio guests Bill McKeever and Erick Johnson from Mormonism Research Ministry (www.mrm.org)
A continuing outreach to assist Christians in witnessing to their LDS friends and family.
Caller Mark from Texas has a question about the death of apparently innocent young children and infants. This topic is related to that which is called “Theodicy.” http://carm.org/dictionary-theodicy
Matt asks his guests to explain what Mormons hope to attain here on earth and then after their death. Some very interesting details follow which demonstrate that salvation via the ordinances of LDS church is impossibility.
Caller Sam from Kuna, ID. Asks: What level of heaven would one expect to go in LDS theology if you were never baptized or accepted the LDS doctrines during your life on earth?
Caller Craig from the U.K.: Was Joseph Smith involved in occult practices?
LDS Caller Richard from Meridian, ID. Says: “I disagree with about everything you said about Mormonism.” Richard continues and rejects any final authority resting in the Bible.
Finally, Richard demonstrates his confusion and inability to reconcile his LDS beliefs with teaching of the LDS church and LDS apostles and authorities.
Friday, October 07, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_28
Faith and Reason 9_28
September 28, 2011
Show Notes
Someone in the chat room mentions finding Matt’s debate with atheist Edwin Kagin: http://carm.org/debate-matt-slick-vs-edwin-kagin
Caller Bob from New Your (a Creationist) asks: I have discovered it to be essential to define terms as I deal with unbelievers and atheists. Do you see that need?
Further: I sense a real demonic influence upon atheists with whom I meet, do you sense that sort of thing as well?
Matt continues with a bit of a rant regarding the poor moral condition of our modern society followed by some admonitions to believers to take their faith and actively live it out in their communities. A challenge and an encouragement to Christians to be salt and light in our present world.
September 28, 2011
Show Notes
Someone in the chat room mentions finding Matt’s debate with atheist Edwin Kagin: http://carm.org/debate-matt-slick-vs-edwin-kagin
Caller Bob from New Your (a Creationist) asks: I have discovered it to be essential to define terms as I deal with unbelievers and atheists. Do you see that need?
Further: I sense a real demonic influence upon atheists with whom I meet, do you sense that sort of thing as well?
Matt continues with a bit of a rant regarding the poor moral condition of our modern society followed by some admonitions to believers to take their faith and actively live it out in their communities. A challenge and an encouragement to Christians to be salt and light in our present world.
Thursday, October 06, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_27
Faith and Reason 9_27
September 27, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Candice from Boise, ID. Asks: Why is the Trinity an “Essential Doctrine” of the Christian faith?
Caller Justin from Caldwell, ID. Following up from his question from an earlier show regarding a debate in which a pro-homosexual who contended that homosexuals could indeed have children. (Youtube is posted on Dr. James White's website)
They seem blinded to the necessity of the involvement of a third party.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks: Why did Jesus say “Ye of little faith” to his followers if he is the person who gives us faith? Matt points out Romans 12:3 where we are told that believers will be given “…the measure of faith which God has assigned him.” Matt continues to dig deeper into what it is to live a “faithing” life.
Caller Eric from Florida asks about 1 Corinthians 6:9. “If a Christian struggles with the sorts of sin mentioned in the text, does that mean they are not going to heaven?
Matt demonstrates the context here and who are the “righteous” ones. Finally, and such “were” some of you is explored.
Part B: can the enemy cause a Christian to over think things so much so as to affect their walk of faith?
E-mail regarding the Trinity: “Explain how the Trinity is illogical.” (What?)
Matt works through the body of the e-mail to demonstrate nicely how this writer repeatedly violates “logic” as the e-mail continues.
September 27, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Candice from Boise, ID. Asks: Why is the Trinity an “Essential Doctrine” of the Christian faith?
Caller Justin from Caldwell, ID. Following up from his question from an earlier show regarding a debate in which a pro-homosexual who contended that homosexuals could indeed have children. (Youtube is posted on Dr. James White's website)
They seem blinded to the necessity of the involvement of a third party.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks: Why did Jesus say “Ye of little faith” to his followers if he is the person who gives us faith? Matt points out Romans 12:3 where we are told that believers will be given “…the measure of faith which God has assigned him.” Matt continues to dig deeper into what it is to live a “faithing” life.
Caller Eric from Florida asks about 1 Corinthians 6:9. “If a Christian struggles with the sorts of sin mentioned in the text, does that mean they are not going to heaven?
Matt demonstrates the context here and who are the “righteous” ones. Finally, and such “were” some of you is explored.
Part B: can the enemy cause a Christian to over think things so much so as to affect their walk of faith?
E-mail regarding the Trinity: “Explain how the Trinity is illogical.” (What?)
Matt works through the body of the e-mail to demonstrate nicely how this writer repeatedly violates “logic” as the e-mail continues.
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_26
Faith and Reason 9_26
Monday September 26, 2011
Show Notes
Matt reports on his brief meeting with Paul Young (author of The Shack) this week outside the local Nazarene College. (Some YouTube footage was posted.)
Caller Dr. Harper comments on Paul Young’s apparent universalism theology as presented in portions of his book: “The Shack”.
Caller Bill from Meridian, ID. Asks: What is covenant theology verses and/or compared with replacement theology?
Caller Justin from Caldwell, ID. I watched a debate online in which the Christian participating mentioned the homosexuals do not reproduce, but the audience laughed at that. Why is that not obvious to an audience?
Monday September 26, 2011
Show Notes
Matt reports on his brief meeting with Paul Young (author of The Shack) this week outside the local Nazarene College. (Some YouTube footage was posted.)
Caller Dr. Harper comments on Paul Young’s apparent universalism theology as presented in portions of his book: “The Shack”.
Caller Bill from Meridian, ID. Asks: What is covenant theology verses and/or compared with replacement theology?
Caller Justin from Caldwell, ID. I watched a debate online in which the Christian participating mentioned the homosexuals do not reproduce, but the audience laughed at that. Why is that not obvious to an audience?
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Monday, October 03, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_20
Faith and Reason 9_20
September 30, 2011
Show Notes
E-mail Friday, sometimes referred to (with a smile) as “Hate Mail Friday.”
E-mail from an LDS listener accuses Matt of “severely lacking” in understanding LDS doctrine.
Matt reads through this e-mail with observations, commentary, and comparisons of LDS doctrines as compared with Biblical Christianity.
Caller Alex from the UK via Skype conference calls with other atheist and begins with an inquiry about “Reformed Theology.”
Continuing with an interesting dialogue with Matt who found it necessary to fine-tune several theological terms and definitions for the caller.
Caller Vance from Arkansas would like to know about possibly T-shirt slogans. Matt offers Vance the link to the CARM Cafepress-store http://www.cafepress.com/carmstore
From the CARM home page.
Caller John from Kansas City requests prayer for the Christian pastor in Iran who is scheduled to be put to death soon in that country.
September 30, 2011
Show Notes
E-mail Friday, sometimes referred to (with a smile) as “Hate Mail Friday.”
E-mail from an LDS listener accuses Matt of “severely lacking” in understanding LDS doctrine.
Matt reads through this e-mail with observations, commentary, and comparisons of LDS doctrines as compared with Biblical Christianity.
Caller Alex from the UK via Skype conference calls with other atheist and begins with an inquiry about “Reformed Theology.”
Continuing with an interesting dialogue with Matt who found it necessary to fine-tune several theological terms and definitions for the caller.
Caller Vance from Arkansas would like to know about possibly T-shirt slogans. Matt offers Vance the link to the CARM Cafepress-store http://www.cafepress.com/carmstore
From the CARM home page.
Caller John from Kansas City requests prayer for the Christian pastor in Iran who is scheduled to be put to death soon in that country.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Friday, September 23, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_13
Faith and Reason 9_13
Open calls and questions.
September 13, 2011 Show Notes
Matt released a new section on the CARM Site dealing with the topic of homosexuality.
Caller Eric from Peru asks Matt what his evaluation is of foreign exchange student programs?
Caller Jacob from Kentucky asks about dealing with atheists in connection with the T.A.G. argument? Matt mentions antonymic pairs (no third options) and more interesting talk about reason and logic.
Additionally: How far might one who claims to be a Christian be allowed to go in defending yourself from an attack? Luke 22:35-36 is cited.
Open calls and questions.
September 13, 2011 Show Notes
Matt released a new section on the CARM Site dealing with the topic of homosexuality.
Caller Eric from Peru asks Matt what his evaluation is of foreign exchange student programs?
Caller Jacob from Kentucky asks about dealing with atheists in connection with the T.A.G. argument? Matt mentions antonymic pairs (no third options) and more interesting talk about reason and logic.
Additionally: How far might one who claims to be a Christian be allowed to go in defending yourself from an attack? Luke 22:35-36 is cited.
Monday, September 19, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_12
Faith and Reason 9_12
Open calls and questions.
September 12, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Brent from Arizona would like to know a little more about “Living Waters Ministries.”
Additionally, is it possible to commit adultery by looking at an un-married woman, or is it only adultery if she is married?
Caller Sam from Kuna, Idaho asks about the ministry of Jimmy Swaggert and is Swaggert’s study Bible reliable.
Caller Jeff from Tennessee is dealing with an atheistic philosophy student on the Internet who seems to be quite a moral relativist and would like some pointers on how to carry on their dialogue. Matt points out some subtleties between Truths, Realities, and statements about truth.
Matt continues to demonstrate the bankruptcy of moral relativism.
Caller Jeff from New York is a podcast listener and would like to discuss some of his observations with Matt in regard to women pastors and spiritual gifts. Some helpful defining of terms are touched upon.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania offers some more discussion of “Truths” from the earlier call. Is a “truth” a reflection of “reality”?
Open calls and questions.
September 12, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Brent from Arizona would like to know a little more about “Living Waters Ministries.”
Additionally, is it possible to commit adultery by looking at an un-married woman, or is it only adultery if she is married?
Caller Sam from Kuna, Idaho asks about the ministry of Jimmy Swaggert and is Swaggert’s study Bible reliable.
Caller Jeff from Tennessee is dealing with an atheistic philosophy student on the Internet who seems to be quite a moral relativist and would like some pointers on how to carry on their dialogue. Matt points out some subtleties between Truths, Realities, and statements about truth.
Matt continues to demonstrate the bankruptcy of moral relativism.
Caller Jeff from New York is a podcast listener and would like to discuss some of his observations with Matt in regard to women pastors and spiritual gifts. Some helpful defining of terms are touched upon.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania offers some more discussion of “Truths” from the earlier call. Is a “truth” a reflection of “reality”?
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_7
Faith and Reason 9_7
Show Notes for September 7, 2011
Caller Matt from Washington asks about “Irresistible Grace” and Matt Slick follows with a brief explanation.
Additionally, God’s sovereignty is explored; is “allowing” the same as “causing”?
Caller Mark from South Africa asks how far are we to obey the Scripture that says we are to submit to authority figures in the Christian Church?
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom asks for a sample of good and bad reasons to leave any particular Christian Church.
Caller Nicholas from Nampa, ID would like to know how important (or necessary) is water baptism? Some interesting Scriptural insights on baptism follows.
Caller Matt from Washington asks about the “P” in Calvin’s “TULIP” or “Perseverance of the Saints”, how can you know and remain assured of your truly having salvation?
Show Notes for September 7, 2011
Caller Matt from Washington asks about “Irresistible Grace” and Matt Slick follows with a brief explanation.
Additionally, God’s sovereignty is explored; is “allowing” the same as “causing”?
Caller Mark from South Africa asks how far are we to obey the Scripture that says we are to submit to authority figures in the Christian Church?
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom asks for a sample of good and bad reasons to leave any particular Christian Church.
Caller Nicholas from Nampa, ID would like to know how important (or necessary) is water baptism? Some interesting Scriptural insights on baptism follows.
Caller Matt from Washington asks about the “P” in Calvin’s “TULIP” or “Perseverance of the Saints”, how can you know and remain assured of your truly having salvation?
Thursday, September 08, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_6
Faith and Reason 9_6
Matt announces that his novel “The Influence” is now out in hard-back and Kindle, and gives a brief overview of the theme and topic of the book.
Caller Ivory from Florida says he would like to give his view (and not debate) on the topic of: “Perfect Sanctification”
(Special note inserted here for Matt: These co-founding jokers from the “so called” THE HAPPY CHURCH (or THC only better than weed) actually have made a web presence for themselves:
http://www.thehappychurch.us/
Sorry to say they seem a bit mixed up at best, weird, unbalanced, and or just plane stupid.)
Caller Jonah (Levi from the CARM Chat Room) asks if Sacraments in the Christian Church are a “means of grace” or are they more “symbolic?” Or, can one “receive Christ” by way of church sacraments?
Matt develops some basic terminology and definitions concerning Justice, Mercy, and Grace in regards to this question.
Caller J.P. from Georgia mentions some conflicts experienced in his own “mixed faith” relationship with his spouse.
Matt announces that his novel “The Influence” is now out in hard-back and Kindle, and gives a brief overview of the theme and topic of the book.
Caller Ivory from Florida says he would like to give his view (and not debate) on the topic of: “Perfect Sanctification”
(Special note inserted here for Matt: These co-founding jokers from the “so called” THE HAPPY CHURCH (or THC only better than weed) actually have made a web presence for themselves:
http://www.thehappychurch.us/
Sorry to say they seem a bit mixed up at best, weird, unbalanced, and or just plane stupid.)
Caller Jonah (Levi from the CARM Chat Room) asks if Sacraments in the Christian Church are a “means of grace” or are they more “symbolic?” Or, can one “receive Christ” by way of church sacraments?
Matt develops some basic terminology and definitions concerning Justice, Mercy, and Grace in regards to this question.
Caller J.P. from Georgia mentions some conflicts experienced in his own “mixed faith” relationship with his spouse.
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
CARM: Radio 9_2
Faith and Reason 9_2
September 2, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Nick from Florida would like to know how to deal with those who think they can reach a state of “Sinless Perfection” in the present day.
Caller Darcy from Washington is very interested in carrying the Gospel to non-Christian Cults in public meeting places and events.
Caller Michael from California asks first for some information regarding Mark Driscoll.
Second, what is the “Economic Trinity” compared to “Ontological trinity”?
Lastly, What do you think of the book: “The Shack” and the author, William P. (Paul) Young?
September 2, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Nick from Florida would like to know how to deal with those who think they can reach a state of “Sinless Perfection” in the present day.
Caller Darcy from Washington is very interested in carrying the Gospel to non-Christian Cults in public meeting places and events.
Caller Michael from California asks first for some information regarding Mark Driscoll.
Second, what is the “Economic Trinity” compared to “Ontological trinity”?
Lastly, What do you think of the book: “The Shack” and the author, William P. (Paul) Young?
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Friday, September 02, 2011
Thursday, September 01, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_23
Faith and Reason 8_23
August 23, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Matt from Texas asks what are the defining doctrines of Christianity? Matt points to the “Doctrine Grid” on CARM’s website. However, Matt points out that it is the individual regenerative act of God that secures one’s salvation, not simply believing a collection of doctrines.
Caller William from Chicago asks if communism might in any way be acceptable in a Christian atmosphere? Matt points out that in the sense of sharing things in common with others is not necessarily inconsistent with Christianity. However, “State” managed communism has historically demonstrated itself to be disastrous. Matt has some additional cautions regarding the very liberal Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) followed by a brief recommendation for the more Biblically sound Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. (LCMS)
Caller John from Texas discusses loosing one’s salvation and his encounters with friends from the United Methodist Church.
Caller Brandon from Florida was brought up in an Assemblies of God environment and would like to spiritual gifts and their being used in an orderly fashion.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom asks about “The New Calvinist” movement.
August 23, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Matt from Texas asks what are the defining doctrines of Christianity? Matt points to the “Doctrine Grid” on CARM’s website. However, Matt points out that it is the individual regenerative act of God that secures one’s salvation, not simply believing a collection of doctrines.
Caller William from Chicago asks if communism might in any way be acceptable in a Christian atmosphere? Matt points out that in the sense of sharing things in common with others is not necessarily inconsistent with Christianity. However, “State” managed communism has historically demonstrated itself to be disastrous. Matt has some additional cautions regarding the very liberal Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) followed by a brief recommendation for the more Biblically sound Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. (LCMS)
Caller John from Texas discusses loosing one’s salvation and his encounters with friends from the United Methodist Church.
Caller Brandon from Florida was brought up in an Assemblies of God environment and would like to spiritual gifts and their being used in an orderly fashion.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom asks about “The New Calvinist” movement.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_22
Faith and Reason 8_22
August 22, 2011
Show Notes
Matt points out that some modern churches claiming to be Christian are falling dreadfully short in their responsibilities to stand up in the face of secular pressures, liberalism, and political correctness.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks if Revelation 2:5 has anything to do with the possibility of one loosing their salvation?
Additionally asking about the proper role of women in ministry in the church?
August 22, 2011
Show Notes
Matt points out that some modern churches claiming to be Christian are falling dreadfully short in their responsibilities to stand up in the face of secular pressures, liberalism, and political correctness.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks if Revelation 2:5 has anything to do with the possibility of one loosing their salvation?
Additionally asking about the proper role of women in ministry in the church?
Monday, August 29, 2011
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Monday, August 22, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_16
Faith and Reason 8_16
August 16, 2011
Show Notes
Matt explores various methods of witnessing to Muslims by way of a recent chat session in the CARM chat room.
Matt invites some response to a possible CARM Apologetics Conference aimed at training disciples who are equipped to present and defend the Gospel.
Caller “Follower” from the CARM chat room asks Matt to explore the fine points of lying.
Matt continues to follow up on the idea of properly handling Bible texts so as to avoid forcing a text into a personal agenda.
Caller Dan from Boise inquires about the scheduled appearance of William P. Young (Author of "The Shack") at a local Nazarene college and the various heretical pictures of Christian doctrine portrayed in the content of this book.
August 16, 2011
Show Notes
Matt explores various methods of witnessing to Muslims by way of a recent chat session in the CARM chat room.
Matt invites some response to a possible CARM Apologetics Conference aimed at training disciples who are equipped to present and defend the Gospel.
Caller “Follower” from the CARM chat room asks Matt to explore the fine points of lying.
Matt continues to follow up on the idea of properly handling Bible texts so as to avoid forcing a text into a personal agenda.
Caller Dan from Boise inquires about the scheduled appearance of William P. Young (Author of "The Shack") at a local Nazarene college and the various heretical pictures of Christian doctrine portrayed in the content of this book.
Friday, August 19, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_15
Faith and Reason 8_15
August 15, 2011
Show Notes
Matt announces this show as being recorded on 08-18-2011 when it was 08-15-2011. However, Matt does correctly state the date just before the end of the show.
Caller Phil from North Carolina talks to matt about “Common Grace” for which Matt offers a proper definition of the term. (http://carm.org/dictionary-common-grace)
Phil probes various topics with Matt and advises Matt “…you have no right to hold to the cannon of the sixty-six books of the Bible.” Matt isolates much of what has led to Phil’s confusion is that Phil will not allow for any “Spiritual Gifts” in the Christian Church of today: Cessationism. http://carm.org/dictionary-cessationism
Caller Mike from North Carolina asks about the Foursquare Gospel Church and their practice of ordaining women as church pastors.
Caller Hannah from Virginia a seminary graduate who describes herself as reformed and who came to the determination that “Cessationism” is NOT a sound Biblical position.
Caller Eli from New York asks about apparent difficulties in the Bible and information regarding creationism.
Caller Scott from Ohio asks about Colossians 1:24 and what is this verse telling us in regard to: “…lacking in Christ’s afflictions…”
August 15, 2011
Show Notes
Matt announces this show as being recorded on 08-18-2011 when it was 08-15-2011. However, Matt does correctly state the date just before the end of the show.
Caller Phil from North Carolina talks to matt about “Common Grace” for which Matt offers a proper definition of the term. (http://carm.org/dictionary-common-grace)
Phil probes various topics with Matt and advises Matt “…you have no right to hold to the cannon of the sixty-six books of the Bible.” Matt isolates much of what has led to Phil’s confusion is that Phil will not allow for any “Spiritual Gifts” in the Christian Church of today: Cessationism. http://carm.org/dictionary-cessationism
Caller Mike from North Carolina asks about the Foursquare Gospel Church and their practice of ordaining women as church pastors.
Caller Hannah from Virginia a seminary graduate who describes herself as reformed and who came to the determination that “Cessationism” is NOT a sound Biblical position.
Caller Eli from New York asks about apparent difficulties in the Bible and information regarding creationism.
Caller Scott from Ohio asks about Colossians 1:24 and what is this verse telling us in regard to: “…lacking in Christ’s afflictions…”
Thursday, August 18, 2011
CARM: Radio Show 8_12
Faith and Reason 8_12
August 12, 2011
Show Notes
Caller John from Texas, a former atheist went with his friend to a United Methodist gathering where they seemed to teach that people could be redeemed sometime after their death, and that the Bible was produced simply by the work of men.
Caller John from Massachusetts a self-described atheist/agnostic talks about a wide range of things with Matt. An interesting discussion with a polite unbeliever.
Caller Ed from Texas reminds Matt that there are a few “Baptist” churches that are quite aberrant in their beliefs and practices.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania discusses 1 Corinthians 11:14 and “having long hair” as read in the Greek text of this verse.
Caller William from Chicago has Anglican friends who seem to him to resemble Roman Catholics to a large degree.
August 12, 2011
Show Notes
Caller John from Texas, a former atheist went with his friend to a United Methodist gathering where they seemed to teach that people could be redeemed sometime after their death, and that the Bible was produced simply by the work of men.
Caller John from Massachusetts a self-described atheist/agnostic talks about a wide range of things with Matt. An interesting discussion with a polite unbeliever.
Caller Ed from Texas reminds Matt that there are a few “Baptist” churches that are quite aberrant in their beliefs and practices.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania discusses 1 Corinthians 11:14 and “having long hair” as read in the Greek text of this verse.
Caller William from Chicago has Anglican friends who seem to him to resemble Roman Catholics to a large degree.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_11
Faith and Reason 8_11
Thursday August 11, 2011
Show Notes
Jim from Chicago had called some years ago and is now updating Matt as to his journey of faith and walk with Christ since they last spoke.
Jim offers a heartfelt testimony that demonstrates that he has struggled with a variety of difficulties which many Christian listeners may find common in their personal walk with God. Matt explains that our relationship with Christ is secured and maintained by His work on our behalf. No matter what sorts of personal struggles may grip us, His word says in many varieties of ways that He is faithful to bring us through any problems in this present world. We are to depend on His finished work at the cross and depend as well on His Word to guide us in the hear and now.
Ely from New York asks about the Kalam Cosmological Argument. With a follow-up question about the wicked being in suffering “Day and Night” as mentioned in the Revelation 14:11. Does this mean there is literally days and nights in the afterlife where the lost suffer?
Caller Craig from The United Kingdom is seeking to sharpen his witness to Jehovah’s witnesses and compares some of the differences he has noted when dealing with them, as opposed to dealing with Mormons he has encountered.
Caller Darcy from Washington: Matt encourages him to feel free to use materials from the CARM site. Following is some interesting talk about Calvinism and “limited atonement” in particular.
Thursday August 11, 2011
Show Notes
Jim from Chicago had called some years ago and is now updating Matt as to his journey of faith and walk with Christ since they last spoke.
Jim offers a heartfelt testimony that demonstrates that he has struggled with a variety of difficulties which many Christian listeners may find common in their personal walk with God. Matt explains that our relationship with Christ is secured and maintained by His work on our behalf. No matter what sorts of personal struggles may grip us, His word says in many varieties of ways that He is faithful to bring us through any problems in this present world. We are to depend on His finished work at the cross and depend as well on His Word to guide us in the hear and now.
Ely from New York asks about the Kalam Cosmological Argument. With a follow-up question about the wicked being in suffering “Day and Night” as mentioned in the Revelation 14:11. Does this mean there is literally days and nights in the afterlife where the lost suffer?
Caller Craig from The United Kingdom is seeking to sharpen his witness to Jehovah’s witnesses and compares some of the differences he has noted when dealing with them, as opposed to dealing with Mormons he has encountered.
Caller Darcy from Washington: Matt encourages him to feel free to use materials from the CARM site. Following is some interesting talk about Calvinism and “limited atonement” in particular.
Monday, August 15, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_9
Faith and Reason 8_9
Tuesday August 9, 2011
Show Notes
Matt introduces his in studio guest: Dr. Anthony Harper to begin today’s show with some motivating talk of the activities of the modern Christian Church.
Caller Michael from California wonders why there seem to be so many repetitive details as found in Exodus and other places in the Bible?
Caller Glenn from Washington, D.C. asks about “philosophical questions” and the Christian apologists use of “Logic” in discussing matters of faith.
Tuesday August 9, 2011
Show Notes
Matt introduces his in studio guest: Dr. Anthony Harper to begin today’s show with some motivating talk of the activities of the modern Christian Church.
Caller Michael from California wonders why there seem to be so many repetitive details as found in Exodus and other places in the Bible?
Caller Glenn from Washington, D.C. asks about “philosophical questions” and the Christian apologists use of “Logic” in discussing matters of faith.
Friday, August 12, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_8
Faith and Reason 8_8
Monday August 8, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Dan from Boise, Idaho discusses his recent online discussions with atheists and the topic of “Energy” as opposed to “Organized Energy” which appears to be in an informational and/or purposeful form.
Caller Paul from London, England would like to sharpen his ability to witness to LDS (Mormon) missionaries. Matt offers some insights as well as some useful materials available online which he has always found to be helpful.
Caller David from Ohio would like to have Matt address an apparent contradiction when the Bible states that God cannot be seen, yet in some places it says God was seen. Example offered was 1 Timothy 6:16 as compared with Exodus 24:9-11.
Matt shares some of the valuable information found on the CARM web site regarding “The Plurality Study” which address this topic, including a variety of Scripture verses that demonstrate there is no "contradiction” whatsoever.
Monday August 8, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Dan from Boise, Idaho discusses his recent online discussions with atheists and the topic of “Energy” as opposed to “Organized Energy” which appears to be in an informational and/or purposeful form.
Caller Paul from London, England would like to sharpen his ability to witness to LDS (Mormon) missionaries. Matt offers some insights as well as some useful materials available online which he has always found to be helpful.
Caller David from Ohio would like to have Matt address an apparent contradiction when the Bible states that God cannot be seen, yet in some places it says God was seen. Example offered was 1 Timothy 6:16 as compared with Exodus 24:9-11.
Matt shares some of the valuable information found on the CARM web site regarding “The Plurality Study” which address this topic, including a variety of Scripture verses that demonstrate there is no "contradiction” whatsoever.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_5
Faith and Reason 8_5
Friday August 5, 2011
Show Notes
Hate mail Friday: Mailer writes: “Mr. Slick you don’t have authority to teach Christian doctrine…” and “…you should not receive income…” Matt speculates as to what might occur if and when the people of God were to preach and teach the Gospel message without compromise.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom: What do you find is the main problem with Mormonism and the Book of Mormon?Some topical discussion concluding with: Under the weight of facts and critical thinking Mormonism simply fails to hold up.
Hate mail from John: Criticizing Matt for not presenting (in his opinion) the Gospel properly.
Caller Lee from Nampa (an LDS listener) offers his “qualified “ opinion regarding LDS doctrines and Matt offers his invitation for Lee to come to the studio and discuss LDS theology on the air. Some very informative dialog follows with references to both the Bible and the Book of Mormon. Matt demonstrates to Lee the unfortunate impossibility our LDS friends attempts to earn God's grace when trying to meet the demands of LDS scripture, such as is found in the Book of Mormon:
Moroni 10:32 Yea, come unto Christ, and be perfected in him, and deny yourselves of all ungodliness; and if ye shall deny yourselves of all ungodliness, and love God with all your might, mind and strength, then is his grace sufficient for you…
Matt demonstrates this to be contrary to Biblical theology as compared with
Romans 11: 5-6:5 So too at the present time there is a remnant, chosen by grace. 6 But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace would no longer be grace.
Matt further demonstrates the “grace” we are given by God is “unmerited” as illustrated in Galatians 3:10 and James 2:10 in contrast to the Book of Mormon quote above. Lee abruptly hangs up and Matt once again offers his invitation for Lee to come to the show and talk to him live about LDS teachings.
Caller Scott from North Carolina states he is a “Theonomist” who appreciates the ministry of CARM.http://carm.org/dictionary-theonomy
Theonomy
Theonomy comes from two Greek words, theos meaning God and nomos meaning law. So theonomy means God's Law. Theonomy is defined in different but similar ways. Basically, it is the view that God's law in all areas of OT moral punishments need to be applied today including government.
Matt asks Scott if in his theonomist view he would approve of a death penalty application to anyone who in the present day would work on the Sabbath? Listen for Scott’s answer: “Absolutely, as resounding ‘yes’.”
Friday August 5, 2011
Show Notes
Hate mail Friday: Mailer writes: “Mr. Slick you don’t have authority to teach Christian doctrine…” and “…you should not receive income…” Matt speculates as to what might occur if and when the people of God were to preach and teach the Gospel message without compromise.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom: What do you find is the main problem with Mormonism and the Book of Mormon?Some topical discussion concluding with: Under the weight of facts and critical thinking Mormonism simply fails to hold up.
Hate mail from John: Criticizing Matt for not presenting (in his opinion) the Gospel properly.
Caller Lee from Nampa (an LDS listener) offers his “qualified “ opinion regarding LDS doctrines and Matt offers his invitation for Lee to come to the studio and discuss LDS theology on the air. Some very informative dialog follows with references to both the Bible and the Book of Mormon. Matt demonstrates to Lee the unfortunate impossibility our LDS friends attempts to earn God's grace when trying to meet the demands of LDS scripture, such as is found in the Book of Mormon:
Moroni 10:32 Yea, come unto Christ, and be perfected in him, and deny yourselves of all ungodliness; and if ye shall deny yourselves of all ungodliness, and love God with all your might, mind and strength, then is his grace sufficient for you…
Matt demonstrates this to be contrary to Biblical theology as compared with
Romans 11: 5-6:5 So too at the present time there is a remnant, chosen by grace. 6 But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace would no longer be grace.
Matt further demonstrates the “grace” we are given by God is “unmerited” as illustrated in Galatians 3:10 and James 2:10 in contrast to the Book of Mormon quote above. Lee abruptly hangs up and Matt once again offers his invitation for Lee to come to the show and talk to him live about LDS teachings.
Caller Scott from North Carolina states he is a “Theonomist” who appreciates the ministry of CARM.http://carm.org/dictionary-theonomy
Theonomy
Theonomy comes from two Greek words, theos meaning God and nomos meaning law. So theonomy means God's Law. Theonomy is defined in different but similar ways. Basically, it is the view that God's law in all areas of OT moral punishments need to be applied today including government.
Matt asks Scott if in his theonomist view he would approve of a death penalty application to anyone who in the present day would work on the Sabbath? Listen for Scott’s answer: “Absolutely, as resounding ‘yes’.”
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_4
Faith and Reason 8_4
August 4, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Bob from New York: Should one know more about deeper philosophical arguments in order to be a more effective Christian apologist?
Caller Michael from California: What is going on in 1 Peter 3:19 where it is said that Jesus went and preached to the spirits in prison? Additionally, what can we make of the days of creation and their order? Finally, is intelligent design a good apologetic tool?
Caller Tyler from Oregon asks about Hebrews 6:4-6: Can these verses mean that a Christian can loose their salvation?
Caller “Eagle” from the chat room: Should we keep all of the Old Testament Commandments beyond those we call the Ten Commandments? Furthermore, How is it that things declared “unclean” in the Old Testament later become regarded as “clean” in God’s sight in the New Testament? Matt comments on a local event where the author of “The Shack” (Paul Young) is going to be the main speaker. So, Matt takes this opportunity to cite and expose some of the tremendously unfortunate theology found throughout this book.
Caller Derek from Washington asks if there is a “second” baptism of the Holy Spirit apart from or after someone’s initial baptism of the Spirit into the body of Christ when you first enter into a saving faith with Jesus?
Caller Ed from Texas: Might it be wise to practice the Old Testament dietary laws for health reasons just as long as we don’t be legalistic about it? Additionally: If the Nazarene venue that you mentioned is allowing Paul Young (author of “The Shack”) to speak, does that call into question their Christianity?
Caller Nathan from Oklahoma: Why do Roman Catholics teach that the Ark of the Covenant is associated with the Virgin Mary?
August 4, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Bob from New York: Should one know more about deeper philosophical arguments in order to be a more effective Christian apologist?
Caller Michael from California: What is going on in 1 Peter 3:19 where it is said that Jesus went and preached to the spirits in prison? Additionally, what can we make of the days of creation and their order? Finally, is intelligent design a good apologetic tool?
Caller Tyler from Oregon asks about Hebrews 6:4-6: Can these verses mean that a Christian can loose their salvation?
Caller “Eagle” from the chat room: Should we keep all of the Old Testament Commandments beyond those we call the Ten Commandments? Furthermore, How is it that things declared “unclean” in the Old Testament later become regarded as “clean” in God’s sight in the New Testament? Matt comments on a local event where the author of “The Shack” (Paul Young) is going to be the main speaker. So, Matt takes this opportunity to cite and expose some of the tremendously unfortunate theology found throughout this book.
Caller Derek from Washington asks if there is a “second” baptism of the Holy Spirit apart from or after someone’s initial baptism of the Spirit into the body of Christ when you first enter into a saving faith with Jesus?
Caller Ed from Texas: Might it be wise to practice the Old Testament dietary laws for health reasons just as long as we don’t be legalistic about it? Additionally: If the Nazarene venue that you mentioned is allowing Paul Young (author of “The Shack”) to speak, does that call into question their Christianity?
Caller Nathan from Oklahoma: Why do Roman Catholics teach that the Ark of the Covenant is associated with the Virgin Mary?
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
CARM: Radio 8_3
Faith and Reason 8_3
August 3, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Christina from Indiana asks about the Grace Brethren Church and the teaching called “Spiritual Formation” associated with Dallas Willard. Matt offers a strong caution about this movement and Willard’s teachings.
Caller Craig from the UK asks about the “Harikrishna” movement and how they often seem to chant in similar fashion to the word of faith teachings.
Caller Vicky asks about the present day ministry of Jim Baker, formerly of the PTL network.
Caller Brian from Boise, Id is involved in prison ministry: Can the inmates I minister with possibly gain any benefit from the LDS (Mormons) who also visit the prisoners? Matt comments briefly regarding the apparent “Apostasy” in the Christian Church as manifest in the errors of the “Word of Faith” or “Name It And Claim It” teaching that have been popularized.
Caller Evan from Texas attend a Roman Catholic educational institution and would like more information from matt as to why CARM seems to be critical of the Roman Catholic Church. Matt supplies Evan with some valuable information from Roman Catholic source material.
Caller Ed from Texas: How is it that you became involved in the apologetics ministry?
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania has a question regarding 1 Corinthians 11: 14 and what might the passage be telling us when it says: “Does not even nature itself teach…”
August 3, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Christina from Indiana asks about the Grace Brethren Church and the teaching called “Spiritual Formation” associated with Dallas Willard. Matt offers a strong caution about this movement and Willard’s teachings.
Caller Craig from the UK asks about the “Harikrishna” movement and how they often seem to chant in similar fashion to the word of faith teachings.
Caller Vicky asks about the present day ministry of Jim Baker, formerly of the PTL network.
Caller Brian from Boise, Id is involved in prison ministry: Can the inmates I minister with possibly gain any benefit from the LDS (Mormons) who also visit the prisoners? Matt comments briefly regarding the apparent “Apostasy” in the Christian Church as manifest in the errors of the “Word of Faith” or “Name It And Claim It” teaching that have been popularized.
Caller Evan from Texas attend a Roman Catholic educational institution and would like more information from matt as to why CARM seems to be critical of the Roman Catholic Church. Matt supplies Evan with some valuable information from Roman Catholic source material.
Caller Ed from Texas: How is it that you became involved in the apologetics ministry?
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania has a question regarding 1 Corinthians 11: 14 and what might the passage be telling us when it says: “Does not even nature itself teach…”
CARM: Radio 8_1
Faith and Reason 8_1
Monday August 1, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Craig from the U.K.: How might a Christian make a positive impact at a worldly event, such as at a gay pride celebration?
Caller Mark from New York: Can you give me a summary of the T.A.G. argument and the use of logic?
Caller Evan from Houston Texas: Would like to know more about the subject of predestination and election. Matt goes through several relevant Bible verses and illustrations.
Caller Christina (Minpin in CARM chat) has been discussing with others the topic of abortion. Specifically: How might a Christian view abortion in a case where the mother would most certainly die if the pregnancy were to be allowed to proceed?
Jonathan from Texas has been speaking with a Oneness Pentecostal individual and talks to Matt about: Can those not believing in the Trinity be Christians?
Monday August 1, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Craig from the U.K.: How might a Christian make a positive impact at a worldly event, such as at a gay pride celebration?
Caller Mark from New York: Can you give me a summary of the T.A.G. argument and the use of logic?
Caller Evan from Houston Texas: Would like to know more about the subject of predestination and election. Matt goes through several relevant Bible verses and illustrations.
Caller Christina (Minpin in CARM chat) has been discussing with others the topic of abortion. Specifically: How might a Christian view abortion in a case where the mother would most certainly die if the pregnancy were to be allowed to proceed?
Jonathan from Texas has been speaking with a Oneness Pentecostal individual and talks to Matt about: Can those not believing in the Trinity be Christians?
Friday, August 05, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_29
Faith and Reason 7_29
July 29, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Matt from Texas asks about the “perseverance of the saints.” Matt directs the caller to appeal to the Biblical verses that are very clear on the topic, rather than those that are vague. 1 John 2:19 is used as an example of a good clear verse.
Caller Paul from London, England asks about the accuracy and preservation of the Biblical texts as compared with the Qur’an.
Additionally: Are the four Gospels “Inspired”?
Caller Mark from New Your: What are your views on “Soul Sleep”?
Caller Ed from Texas: What is the different misunderstandings of the Trinity as regards United (Oneness) Pentecostal Church, Mormonism, and Jehovah’s witnesses?
Caller Jacob from Ohio: In arguing for God’s existence, how might one pin down the idea of the “Perfection” of God?
July 29, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Matt from Texas asks about the “perseverance of the saints.” Matt directs the caller to appeal to the Biblical verses that are very clear on the topic, rather than those that are vague. 1 John 2:19 is used as an example of a good clear verse.
Caller Paul from London, England asks about the accuracy and preservation of the Biblical texts as compared with the Qur’an.
Additionally: Are the four Gospels “Inspired”?
Caller Mark from New Your: What are your views on “Soul Sleep”?
Caller Ed from Texas: What is the different misunderstandings of the Trinity as regards United (Oneness) Pentecostal Church, Mormonism, and Jehovah’s witnesses?
Caller Jacob from Ohio: In arguing for God’s existence, how might one pin down the idea of the “Perfection” of God?
Thursday, August 04, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_28
Faith and Reason 7_28
July 28, 2011
Show Notes
Matt mentions the need for churches in our society who have gone off into a watered down gospel, become a place of shallow entertainment too often, and seem to be dangerously driven by experience rather than sound doctrine.
Caller Alex from California asks about the differing views of Amillennialism, Premillennialism, and Postmillennialism.
Caller Debra from Washington a polite atheist asks what the nuances might be between inconsistencies, deceptions, and contradictions?
Caller (Via SKYPE) Vance from Arkansas identifies himself as a Calvinist who attends an Assembly of God church. When are people’s names written into the Lamb’s Book of Life?
Caller Scott form Pennsylvania asks for some details dealing with the concept of “Original Sin.”
Caller Ed from Texas: Since there is but one true Gospel, can those who hold to Calvinism be regarded as just as “Saved” as those who hold to Arminianism?
July 28, 2011
Show Notes
Matt mentions the need for churches in our society who have gone off into a watered down gospel, become a place of shallow entertainment too often, and seem to be dangerously driven by experience rather than sound doctrine.
Caller Alex from California asks about the differing views of Amillennialism, Premillennialism, and Postmillennialism.
Caller Debra from Washington a polite atheist asks what the nuances might be between inconsistencies, deceptions, and contradictions?
Caller (Via SKYPE) Vance from Arkansas identifies himself as a Calvinist who attends an Assembly of God church. When are people’s names written into the Lamb’s Book of Life?
Caller Scott form Pennsylvania asks for some details dealing with the concept of “Original Sin.”
Caller Ed from Texas: Since there is but one true Gospel, can those who hold to Calvinism be regarded as just as “Saved” as those who hold to Arminianism?
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_27
Faith and Reason 7_27
July 27, 2011
Show Notes
Christina calls from Indiana to ask a question for her husband who listens by pod cast: What are “Dispensation” and “Covenant” theology?
Could God be understood to work through, in, and or by either view?
Tom calls from California: How should we look at the Bible texts that speak of God “Calling” especially in regard to Jesus “Calling” Lazarus back to life?
Following was some dialog on “Grace” as compared to “Works.”
Caller Chuck from Spokane asks a follow up question to the prior call in regard to Jesus having “Wept” in the event of Lazarus being raised from the dead in John chapter 11.
Tony calls from Caldwell and may have the opportunity to speak with Paul Young (author of The Shack) at an up coming public event. He asks: How might I ask Mr. Young a question about his book that may demonstrate the apparent universalism theology within the text?
Matt suggests some specific quotes from The Shack that may be quite useful.
Caller Brendan asks about a Seventh Day Adventist group who teaches that they alone will be going to heaven. Matt has some serious cautions to offer on this and other doctrines that many SDA groups often focus upon.
Ed from Texas calls: Are we to view Jesus to still be a man, even now after His resurrection?
July 27, 2011
Show Notes
Christina calls from Indiana to ask a question for her husband who listens by pod cast: What are “Dispensation” and “Covenant” theology?
Could God be understood to work through, in, and or by either view?
Tom calls from California: How should we look at the Bible texts that speak of God “Calling” especially in regard to Jesus “Calling” Lazarus back to life?
Following was some dialog on “Grace” as compared to “Works.”
Caller Chuck from Spokane asks a follow up question to the prior call in regard to Jesus having “Wept” in the event of Lazarus being raised from the dead in John chapter 11.
Tony calls from Caldwell and may have the opportunity to speak with Paul Young (author of The Shack) at an up coming public event. He asks: How might I ask Mr. Young a question about his book that may demonstrate the apparent universalism theology within the text?
Matt suggests some specific quotes from The Shack that may be quite useful.
Caller Brendan asks about a Seventh Day Adventist group who teaches that they alone will be going to heaven. Matt has some serious cautions to offer on this and other doctrines that many SDA groups often focus upon.
Ed from Texas calls: Are we to view Jesus to still be a man, even now after His resurrection?
Tuesday, August 02, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_26
Faith and Reason 7_26
Tuesday July 26, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Bob from New York asks Matt: Do you notice the “ambush tactics” that atheists seem to regularly use to bash Christians in internet venues?
Caller William from Chicago says he will be checking out an ecumenical meeting sponsored by a local Roman Catholic Church.
Additionally, a question regarding the Anglican Church understanding of “Sacraments.”
Finally, is violence always wrong?
Caller Andrew from New Jersey shares his research experience at an “International House of Prayer” meeting.
Caller Alan from Detroit: How much of a distinction might there be between a women pastor verses women teachers and preachers?
Tuesday July 26, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Bob from New York asks Matt: Do you notice the “ambush tactics” that atheists seem to regularly use to bash Christians in internet venues?
Caller William from Chicago says he will be checking out an ecumenical meeting sponsored by a local Roman Catholic Church.
Additionally, a question regarding the Anglican Church understanding of “Sacraments.”
Finally, is violence always wrong?
Caller Andrew from New Jersey shares his research experience at an “International House of Prayer” meeting.
Caller Alan from Detroit: How much of a distinction might there be between a women pastor verses women teachers and preachers?
Monday, August 01, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_25
Faith and Reason 7_25
Monday July 25, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Mike from California shares about his first personal conversation with a Jehovah’s witness. Matt explains the educational value of an experience of visiting the local Kingdom Hall environment to better understand the religious atmosphere in which they conduct themselves. Second: What do you think about same sex partners attending church together?
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom asks about women pastors, with special mention of Junia / Junias in Romans 16:7
Atheist Andrew calls from Canada to: “Tell you why I don’t believe in God.” The reason being: Contradictions in the Bible. However, Andrew demonstrates some confusion as to just what a contradiction actually is. Jonah calls from the U.K. via SKYPE asking about the so called, “intermediate state” some have proposed. Where does one go immediately upon death?
Caller Christina from Indiana would like to know if the “Death Penalty” is Biblical?
Monday July 25, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Mike from California shares about his first personal conversation with a Jehovah’s witness. Matt explains the educational value of an experience of visiting the local Kingdom Hall environment to better understand the religious atmosphere in which they conduct themselves. Second: What do you think about same sex partners attending church together?
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom asks about women pastors, with special mention of Junia / Junias in Romans 16:7
Atheist Andrew calls from Canada to: “Tell you why I don’t believe in God.” The reason being: Contradictions in the Bible. However, Andrew demonstrates some confusion as to just what a contradiction actually is. Jonah calls from the U.K. via SKYPE asking about the so called, “intermediate state” some have proposed. Where does one go immediately upon death?
Caller Christina from Indiana would like to know if the “Death Penalty” is Biblical?
Friday, July 29, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_22
Faith and Reason 7_22
Friday July 27, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Chris from Washington explores annihilationism, and what is the difference between heresy and serious error?
Caller Craig from the UK asks: Can crude language in some cases disqualify one from a position in the pulpit?
E-mail read from one who is upset with the CARM information regarding Wicca.
E-mail accuses Matt of being a “Basher” of some religious groups.
Caller Michael from California asks: What can be meant by the word “Religion”? Is it living by a philosophy, by a set of rules, and/or devotion to a deity?
Friday July 27, 2011
Show Notes
Caller Chris from Washington explores annihilationism, and what is the difference between heresy and serious error?
Caller Craig from the UK asks: Can crude language in some cases disqualify one from a position in the pulpit?
E-mail read from one who is upset with the CARM information regarding Wicca.
E-mail accuses Matt of being a “Basher” of some religious groups.
Caller Michael from California asks: What can be meant by the word “Religion”? Is it living by a philosophy, by a set of rules, and/or devotion to a deity?
Thursday, July 28, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_21
Faith and Reason 7_21
Thursday July 21, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Craig from Great Britain calls to ask for a bit more information on charismatic churches.
Caller Michael from California would like to know about “Yoga” and the “Martial Arts” and if a Christian can in good conscience participate is them?
Caller Joseph from Illinois would like to know some of Matt’s insights on the New Testament Book of Hebrews. Additionally: Is 1 John 2:2 misunderstood by those who say all people will be saved? Finally: Does God’s sacrafice/atonment apply to everyone? Matt offers some fascinating Scripture in answer to this topic.
Caller Ed from Texas asks about how the popular cleche’came about: “God hates the sin but loves the sinner.”
Matt reads an E-mail question: Why does Jesus still have the wounds visible in His resurrection body?
Finally: Will we have scars from wounds suffered in life visible in our resurrection bodies?
Thursday July 21, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Craig from Great Britain calls to ask for a bit more information on charismatic churches.
Caller Michael from California would like to know about “Yoga” and the “Martial Arts” and if a Christian can in good conscience participate is them?
Caller Joseph from Illinois would like to know some of Matt’s insights on the New Testament Book of Hebrews. Additionally: Is 1 John 2:2 misunderstood by those who say all people will be saved? Finally: Does God’s sacrafice/atonment apply to everyone? Matt offers some fascinating Scripture in answer to this topic.
Caller Ed from Texas asks about how the popular cleche’came about: “God hates the sin but loves the sinner.”
Matt reads an E-mail question: Why does Jesus still have the wounds visible in His resurrection body?
Finally: Will we have scars from wounds suffered in life visible in our resurrection bodies?
CARM: Radio 7_20
Faith and Reason 7_20
Wednesday July 20, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Christina: I am communicating via TWITTER with a man who claims to be a Christian pastor who says that homosexuality is not a sin. How might I witness to him?
Caller William from Chicago has several questions: What can you tell me about the Eastern Orthodox Church? Can you explain a bit about predestination? Matt takes William to so very important Scriptures on this topic. William also asks about an Episcopal Priest on Youtube who says that the Scriptures are not without errors. Does that mean he can’t be saved if he believes that?
Caller Simon from Minnesota asks about 1 John 2:19 and can one loose their salvation? Matt goes to some especially valuable Scriptures on this topic.
Caller Gregg from Colombia asks about “Natural” evil as compared to “Moral” evil.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom ask about Joyce Meyer and other word of faith teachers. How might we evaluate them?
Wednesday July 20, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Christina: I am communicating via TWITTER with a man who claims to be a Christian pastor who says that homosexuality is not a sin. How might I witness to him?
Caller William from Chicago has several questions: What can you tell me about the Eastern Orthodox Church? Can you explain a bit about predestination? Matt takes William to so very important Scriptures on this topic. William also asks about an Episcopal Priest on Youtube who says that the Scriptures are not without errors. Does that mean he can’t be saved if he believes that?
Caller Simon from Minnesota asks about 1 John 2:19 and can one loose their salvation? Matt goes to some especially valuable Scriptures on this topic.
Caller Gregg from Colombia asks about “Natural” evil as compared to “Moral” evil.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom ask about Joyce Meyer and other word of faith teachers. How might we evaluate them?
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_19
Faith and Reason 7_19
Matt interviews Andrew Rappaport from Striving For Eternity Ministries.
Interesting conversation of how to carry on efforts of Christian evangelism in public venues and to varieties of people who need to hear the good news of Jesus Christ, and much more.
Matt interviews Andrew Rappaport from Striving For Eternity Ministries.
Interesting conversation of how to carry on efforts of Christian evangelism in public venues and to varieties of people who need to hear the good news of Jesus Christ, and much more.
Monday, July 25, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_18
Faith and Reason 7_18
July 18, 2011 Show Notes
Open Calls
Caller Nick from North Carolina as a follow up question from the last show: What about the inerrancy of Scripture: Are there errors and/or contradictions in the texts of the Bible?
Also, How should I go about witnessing to my United Pentecostal “Oneness” friend?
Caller J.P. from Georgia reports his first time contact with some Mormon missionaries. Is there a “Witnessing for Dummies” book for dealing with the missionaries? Matt suggests becoming informed on the “Terms” and “Definitions” as found on CARM as a good starting point. Finally: What about using an electronic Bible as opposed to a customary paper Bible?
Caller Matt from Seattle asks: Is there a preferred way to approach Mormon missionaries?
Additionally: this caller shares his observations of helpful non-Christians as compared to un-helpful professing Christians.
Caller Paul inquires bout a women in his church that says her husband is the pastor, but she holds the position of “Prophetess” in that church. Is that Biblical?
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania is attempting to discuss limited atonement with his family. Is Romans 5:18 a helpful verse or not?
July 18, 2011 Show Notes
Open Calls
Caller Nick from North Carolina as a follow up question from the last show: What about the inerrancy of Scripture: Are there errors and/or contradictions in the texts of the Bible?
Also, How should I go about witnessing to my United Pentecostal “Oneness” friend?
Caller J.P. from Georgia reports his first time contact with some Mormon missionaries. Is there a “Witnessing for Dummies” book for dealing with the missionaries? Matt suggests becoming informed on the “Terms” and “Definitions” as found on CARM as a good starting point. Finally: What about using an electronic Bible as opposed to a customary paper Bible?
Caller Matt from Seattle asks: Is there a preferred way to approach Mormon missionaries?
Additionally: this caller shares his observations of helpful non-Christians as compared to un-helpful professing Christians.
Caller Paul inquires bout a women in his church that says her husband is the pastor, but she holds the position of “Prophetess” in that church. Is that Biblical?
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania is attempting to discuss limited atonement with his family. Is Romans 5:18 a helpful verse or not?
Thursday, July 21, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_15
Faith and Reason 7_15
July 15, 2011
Matt comments on an FYI e-mail item sent to him from the news regarding: Gov. Jerry Brown of California signing the new California State Senate Bill which requires public instruction in social sciences to include the role and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans, as well as people with disabilities and members of other cultural groups.
Apparently parents will not have the choice to opt out of the curriculum for their children and the studies will affect public school children down to six years of age.
Caller Eric from Virginia: I have been invited to a church that seems “cult like” in that they insist on keeping the Sabbath and Jewish feasts as part of their doctrine and practice.
Caller Bryan from Wyoming: Do you know much about the eastern mysticism which seems to be invited into Rick Warren’s church (and some others) regarding the so called, Daniel Weight Loss System?
Caller Jacob from Atlanta Georgia asks abut the “Cosmological Argument” especially in regard to “Actual” verses “Potential” infinites.
Caller Nick from North Carolina: What can you tell me about the reliability of the Biblical texts? Show time ran out and Nick was invited to call in next time ask this important question on the next show.
July 15, 2011
Matt comments on an FYI e-mail item sent to him from the news regarding: Gov. Jerry Brown of California signing the new California State Senate Bill which requires public instruction in social sciences to include the role and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans, as well as people with disabilities and members of other cultural groups.
Apparently parents will not have the choice to opt out of the curriculum for their children and the studies will affect public school children down to six years of age.
Caller Eric from Virginia: I have been invited to a church that seems “cult like” in that they insist on keeping the Sabbath and Jewish feasts as part of their doctrine and practice.
Caller Bryan from Wyoming: Do you know much about the eastern mysticism which seems to be invited into Rick Warren’s church (and some others) regarding the so called, Daniel Weight Loss System?
Caller Jacob from Atlanta Georgia asks abut the “Cosmological Argument” especially in regard to “Actual” verses “Potential” infinites.
Caller Nick from North Carolina: What can you tell me about the reliability of the Biblical texts? Show time ran out and Nick was invited to call in next time ask this important question on the next show.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_14
Faith and Reason 7_14
July 14, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Michael from California asks Matt for his view of Romans 3:21.
Additionally: What do you think of modern so called, “Faith Healers”?
Michael also asks matt to touch a bit on the idea of fasting
Finally: Do you have any comment on groups like “Jews For Jesus” who like to celebrate Jewish rituals, feasts, or events on the Hebrew calendar?
Matt confesses a heavy burden he has on his heart for the modern Church community which generally seems to have a low regard for the Word of God in our time.
More to the point: God’s Word seems to be by and large taken less than seriously by to many professing the Christian faith, while God nevertheless appears to pour out and maintain His mercies on our society, even in the face of our individual and national shortcomings.
Caller Tim from the Bahamas says he would like to begin a Christian Apologetics radio show.
Tim also asks: Is the antichrist a person or is it a system.
July 14, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Michael from California asks Matt for his view of Romans 3:21.
Additionally: What do you think of modern so called, “Faith Healers”?
Michael also asks matt to touch a bit on the idea of fasting
Finally: Do you have any comment on groups like “Jews For Jesus” who like to celebrate Jewish rituals, feasts, or events on the Hebrew calendar?
Matt confesses a heavy burden he has on his heart for the modern Church community which generally seems to have a low regard for the Word of God in our time.
More to the point: God’s Word seems to be by and large taken less than seriously by to many professing the Christian faith, while God nevertheless appears to pour out and maintain His mercies on our society, even in the face of our individual and national shortcomings.
Caller Tim from the Bahamas says he would like to begin a Christian Apologetics radio show.
Tim also asks: Is the antichrist a person or is it a system.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_13
Faith and Reason 7_13
July 13, 2011
Show notes
Matt talks of a called he returned to someone claiming to be a Christian, yet they denied the personal nature of God the Holy Spirit.
Matt continues to appeal to those claiming to be Christians to simply believe what the Scriptures say, take His words as authoritative, and offers some important Bible verses to illustrate this appeal.
July 13, 2011
Show notes
Matt talks of a called he returned to someone claiming to be a Christian, yet they denied the personal nature of God the Holy Spirit.
Matt continues to appeal to those claiming to be Christians to simply believe what the Scriptures say, take His words as authoritative, and offers some important Bible verses to illustrate this appeal.
Monday, July 18, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_12
Faith and Reason 7_12
July 12, 2011 Show notes
Caller: Glenn from Canada asks about women as Bible teachers and women evangelists
Caller: John from California has some questions regarding divorce, remarriage, and qualifications for being a pastor.
Caller: Frank from California
July 12, 2011 Show notes
Caller: Glenn from Canada asks about women as Bible teachers and women evangelists
Caller: John from California has some questions regarding divorce, remarriage, and qualifications for being a pastor.
Caller: Frank from California
Friday, July 15, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_11
Faith and Reason 7_11
July 11, 2011 show notes
Caller Steven from Kentucky asks about offering “proofs” to atheists who often end up applying their own ungrounded moral “ought” to God.
Caller Robert from Texas (usually listens by Pod-cast) asks about the context of culture and customs of Bibles times. How much can we benefit from understanding Bible verses by looking at the culture of that day?
Additionally, Robert asks if the words “Depart from me” might be meant not only to heard by those involved in the cults and unbelieving people, but could it also be meat for Roman Catholics?
Finally, Robert asks about the Bible verses that talk about old men and young men in the last times, seeing visions and dreaming dreams.
Caller Mike from California wonders about the authority of the Bible: What about people who never see a Bible or hear about Jesus?
Jacob from Ohio talks about going into a atheist chat room and asks about; When do you draw the line and simply stop your conversations with those who seem to be in total and constant rejection of your attempts to reach them?
July 11, 2011 show notes
Caller Steven from Kentucky asks about offering “proofs” to atheists who often end up applying their own ungrounded moral “ought” to God.
Caller Robert from Texas (usually listens by Pod-cast) asks about the context of culture and customs of Bibles times. How much can we benefit from understanding Bible verses by looking at the culture of that day?
Additionally, Robert asks if the words “Depart from me” might be meant not only to heard by those involved in the cults and unbelieving people, but could it also be meat for Roman Catholics?
Finally, Robert asks about the Bible verses that talk about old men and young men in the last times, seeing visions and dreaming dreams.
Caller Mike from California wonders about the authority of the Bible: What about people who never see a Bible or hear about Jesus?
Jacob from Ohio talks about going into a atheist chat room and asks about; When do you draw the line and simply stop your conversations with those who seem to be in total and constant rejection of your attempts to reach them?
Thursday, July 14, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_8
Faith and Reason 7_8
July 8, 2011 Show notes.
Matt read some entertaining “Hate Mail”.
Caller Michael from California: What are the distinctions between Israel the land and nation, and Israel the Jewish people?
Caller Stephen from Kentucky: Asks about election, predestination, and freewill.
Matt points to Scripture instead of the modern stereotype some use to view God.
Caller John from Florida: How should we look at sin in the walk of a Christian in light of incidental sin as compared to habitual and continual sin?
Caller Taylor from Louisiana: Is Jesus obligated to answer prayer? (John 14:14)
More entertaining “Hate Mail” from: TheAnswerMan
July 8, 2011 Show notes.
Matt read some entertaining “Hate Mail”.
Caller Michael from California: What are the distinctions between Israel the land and nation, and Israel the Jewish people?
Caller Stephen from Kentucky: Asks about election, predestination, and freewill.
Matt points to Scripture instead of the modern stereotype some use to view God.
Caller John from Florida: How should we look at sin in the walk of a Christian in light of incidental sin as compared to habitual and continual sin?
Caller Taylor from Louisiana: Is Jesus obligated to answer prayer? (John 14:14)
More entertaining “Hate Mail” from: TheAnswerMan
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_7
Faith and Reason 7_7
July 7, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Josh from Nantucket Island asks if a local pastor should make all of his own doctrinal beliefs public knowledge?
Additionally, as question regarding “Inclusivism”
Caller Maleek calls to encourage Matt to move forward with the idea of having a weeklong apologetics course in Boise, Id.
Question: Why would Jesus bother to tell unbelievers not to sin if they were going to be lost anyway? 2 Corinthians 4: 3-4 is referenced.
Caller Paul from London England via SKYPE asks a bit further about 2 Corinthians 4: Could it be that “…the god of this world…” mentioned here is Jesus?
Additionally: John 10:34 is discussed in regard to Paul’s dialoguing with a Jehovah’s witness.
Finally, Paul offered some verses he has found effective in witnessing to the Jehovah’s witnesses.
July 7, 2011 Show Notes
Caller Josh from Nantucket Island asks if a local pastor should make all of his own doctrinal beliefs public knowledge?
Additionally, as question regarding “Inclusivism”
Caller Maleek calls to encourage Matt to move forward with the idea of having a weeklong apologetics course in Boise, Id.
Question: Why would Jesus bother to tell unbelievers not to sin if they were going to be lost anyway? 2 Corinthians 4: 3-4 is referenced.
Caller Paul from London England via SKYPE asks a bit further about 2 Corinthians 4: Could it be that “…the god of this world…” mentioned here is Jesus?
Additionally: John 10:34 is discussed in regard to Paul’s dialoguing with a Jehovah’s witness.
Finally, Paul offered some verses he has found effective in witnessing to the Jehovah’s witnesses.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_6
Faith and Reason 7_6
Show notes for July 6, 2011
Mat addresses the topic of how the Christian Church in our modern society seems to have fallen down in the task of making disciples of believers.
Matt comments on the apostate condition of the modern Roman Catholic Church.
Caller (Atheist) John from Massachusetts has a bit of a polite conversation with Matt.
Caller Tim from the Bahamas has a bit of misunderstanding of what a cult is verses what is a sect of Christianity.
Caller from Maryland recently married thanks Matt for assisting him during a prior call last year regarding a Christian walking with Jesus in purity.
Caller (Sadie from the chat room) asks about the understanding of soul and spirit. Are they something different or are they basically the same thing?
Show notes for July 6, 2011
Mat addresses the topic of how the Christian Church in our modern society seems to have fallen down in the task of making disciples of believers.
Matt comments on the apostate condition of the modern Roman Catholic Church.
Caller (Atheist) John from Massachusetts has a bit of a polite conversation with Matt.
Caller Tim from the Bahamas has a bit of misunderstanding of what a cult is verses what is a sect of Christianity.
Caller from Maryland recently married thanks Matt for assisting him during a prior call last year regarding a Christian walking with Jesus in purity.
Caller (Sadie from the chat room) asks about the understanding of soul and spirit. Are they something different or are they basically the same thing?
Monday, July 11, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_5
Faith and Reason 7_5
Tuesday 7/5/11
Matt's monologue was on : being in the public eye as a pastor and why some Christians leave their church and turn against God. He spoke specifically about the RCC, COC and other legalistic churches.
1st caller: Joel (Australia) ... his question had to do with people having a sexual identity crisis. Matt explained that most times this happened as a result of a molestation in their youth.
#2 caller: James(Wyo) ... he felt he had the gift of prophecy. His question was where he could use this gift in the church.
#3 caller: Eli (New York) ... he questioned the 2 natures of Christ ... and how did Jesus move from one consciousness to another.
#4 caller: Gregg (?) ...he called not with a question but a statement on the TAG Argument.
Tuesday 7/5/11
Matt's monologue was on : being in the public eye as a pastor and why some Christians leave their church and turn against God. He spoke specifically about the RCC, COC and other legalistic churches.
1st caller: Joel (Australia) ... his question had to do with people having a sexual identity crisis. Matt explained that most times this happened as a result of a molestation in their youth.
#2 caller: James(Wyo) ... he felt he had the gift of prophecy. His question was where he could use this gift in the church.
#3 caller: Eli (New York) ... he questioned the 2 natures of Christ ... and how did Jesus move from one consciousness to another.
#4 caller: Gregg (?) ...he called not with a question but a statement on the TAG Argument.
Friday, July 08, 2011
CARM: Radio 7_1
Faith and Reason 7_1
Ryan Turner in studio with Matt today
Matt discusses a possible 5-day training class in Boise, ID as a future goal in the CARM ministry.
Matt read some Hate Mail from someone who disapproves with the CARM materials regarding the Roman Catholic Church and demands all those materials be taken down.
An Atheist writes to ask Matt for a letter of endorsement so he can be a Chaplin.
Caller Robert from Omaha asks why atheists claim to be for fee thought, with the exception of God.
Caller Michael from California asks about the topic of “Free Will.” Important Scriptures cited in this call on this topic.
Ryan Turner in studio with Matt today
Matt discusses a possible 5-day training class in Boise, ID as a future goal in the CARM ministry.
Matt read some Hate Mail from someone who disapproves with the CARM materials regarding the Roman Catholic Church and demands all those materials be taken down.
An Atheist writes to ask Matt for a letter of endorsement so he can be a Chaplin.
Caller Robert from Omaha asks why atheists claim to be for fee thought, with the exception of God.
Caller Michael from California asks about the topic of “Free Will.” Important Scriptures cited in this call on this topic.
CARM: Radio 6_30
Faith and Reason 6_30
Thursday June 30, 2011
Caller Kittie from the chat room asks about the beginning of life in regard to human reproductive mechanism: Can we know when it begins?
Additionally: Some discussion regarding dressing modestly in the church community.
Caller Joel from Washington D.C. asks bout the Spiritual Gifts referred to in the Biblical text.
Atheist: Matt Hunt calls from England via SKYPE to further discuss the topic of values and standards regarding dressing modestly in modern society.
Thursday June 30, 2011
Caller Kittie from the chat room asks about the beginning of life in regard to human reproductive mechanism: Can we know when it begins?
Additionally: Some discussion regarding dressing modestly in the church community.
Caller Joel from Washington D.C. asks bout the Spiritual Gifts referred to in the Biblical text.
Atheist: Matt Hunt calls from England via SKYPE to further discuss the topic of values and standards regarding dressing modestly in modern society.
Wednesday, July 06, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_29
Faith and Reason 6_29
Wednesday June 29,2011
Matt comments regarding the need for men in the believing community to step up to the plate in their role as Christians in the modern society.
Caller Michael from California: Asks about a conversation he had with his pastor about someone saying the so called, “Sinner’s Prayer”?
Calling from England via SKYPE, Jonathan calls to ask about the poor behavior of those representing the Westborough Baptist Church.
Caller Robert from Omaha inquires about the Reformed view of “Determinism.”
Wednesday June 29,2011
Matt comments regarding the need for men in the believing community to step up to the plate in their role as Christians in the modern society.
Caller Michael from California: Asks about a conversation he had with his pastor about someone saying the so called, “Sinner’s Prayer”?
Calling from England via SKYPE, Jonathan calls to ask about the poor behavior of those representing the Westborough Baptist Church.
Caller Robert from Omaha inquires about the Reformed view of “Determinism.”
Tuesday, July 05, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_28
Faith and Reason 6_28
Tuesday June 28, 2011
Matt spoke about the problematic “Interfaith Alliance” movement that included Christian congregations across the county allowing Muslim Imams to read selected passages of the Koran from their pulpits.
Caller Steven from Whales (A polite atheist) asks Matt why he believes in God and goes on to discuss “truth” and “moral absolutes.”
Caller Joel from Washington D.C. asks about the family structure, as well as about spiritual gifts.
Tuesday June 28, 2011
Matt spoke about the problematic “Interfaith Alliance” movement that included Christian congregations across the county allowing Muslim Imams to read selected passages of the Koran from their pulpits.
Caller Steven from Whales (A polite atheist) asks Matt why he believes in God and goes on to discuss “truth” and “moral absolutes.”
Caller Joel from Washington D.C. asks about the family structure, as well as about spiritual gifts.
Friday, July 01, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_27
Faith and Reason 6_27
Mon June 27, 2011
Ryan Turner is an in-studio guest with Matt.
Caller Eli from N.Y. asks about God’s knowledge: Can an atheist arrive at true knowledge by reasoning from their worldview?
Caller Mike from California asks about the proper authority of women in regard to authoring a book.
Caller Cody from North Carolina: When talking to atheists should we presuppose God is real and the Bible is true?
Return call from Eli from N.Y. How should we look at Inductive reasoning according to David Hume?
Joel from Australia calls via SKYPE: Can the ministry of John the Baptist be regarded as a transitional period in Christianity?
Caller Otis from Boise: Do you think showing someone from an non-Christian culture the first four books of the Bible would give them a negative impression of God?
Mon June 27, 2011
Ryan Turner is an in-studio guest with Matt.
Caller Eli from N.Y. asks about God’s knowledge: Can an atheist arrive at true knowledge by reasoning from their worldview?
Caller Mike from California asks about the proper authority of women in regard to authoring a book.
Caller Cody from North Carolina: When talking to atheists should we presuppose God is real and the Bible is true?
Return call from Eli from N.Y. How should we look at Inductive reasoning according to David Hume?
Joel from Australia calls via SKYPE: Can the ministry of John the Baptist be regarded as a transitional period in Christianity?
Caller Otis from Boise: Do you think showing someone from an non-Christian culture the first four books of the Bible would give them a negative impression of God?
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Matt Slick as guest on a Radio Show
Matt Slick As Guest on Radio Show
There were requests for the program where Matt was a guest on a radio show concerning the topic of "Women In Ministry." Please note that because Matt was a guest, he was not always permitted to answer
the topics fully in being interrupted by other guests.
There were requests for the program where Matt was a guest on a radio show concerning the topic of "Women In Ministry." Please note that because Matt was a guest, he was not always permitted to answer
the topics fully in being interrupted by other guests.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_23
Faith and Reason 6_23
June 23, 2011
Caller: Matt from Texas: Question about the meaning of “Lordship Salvation”
Caller; Michael from California asks if baptism and works are connected. Then a following question regarding modern medical science and organ donation.
Caller Stanley from Canada (Atheist) who says, “I used to be a Christian”
June 23, 2011
Caller: Matt from Texas: Question about the meaning of “Lordship Salvation”
Caller; Michael from California asks if baptism and works are connected. Then a following question regarding modern medical science and organ donation.
Caller Stanley from Canada (Atheist) who says, “I used to be a Christian”
Monday, June 27, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_22
Faith and Reason 6_22
Wednesday, June 22nd
1st caller: Cory (Corey) from Caldwell ... he spoke with Matt about unbiblical churches ... watered down gospels and how some churches are watering down the gospels ... and preaching gospels that do not offend anyone.
2nd caller: Joel from Australia ... his topic was about cessationism/dispensationalism
Matt touched on the subject of women pastors and spoke a bit more on unbiblical churches.
Wednesday, June 22nd
1st caller: Cory (Corey) from Caldwell ... he spoke with Matt about unbiblical churches ... watered down gospels and how some churches are watering down the gospels ... and preaching gospels that do not offend anyone.
2nd caller: Joel from Australia ... his topic was about cessationism/dispensationalism
Matt touched on the subject of women pastors and spoke a bit more on unbiblical churches.
Friday, June 24, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_21
Faith and Reason 6_21
Tuesday June 21, 2011
Matt mentions an interesting call to his office today regarding the question of “proofs” for the Christian faith.
Caller Michael (a new believer of two weeks) from a Jewish background began a recent effort to study more about Christianity via a local ministry and now discovered the CARM web site to be a valuable faith building resource.
Matt gives a praise report of a new member in the family of God.
Caller Kyle from California (a curious atheist) asks how one can tell a person is truly saved? Would you necessarily use visible “works” as measure?
Tuesday June 21, 2011
Matt mentions an interesting call to his office today regarding the question of “proofs” for the Christian faith.
Caller Michael (a new believer of two weeks) from a Jewish background began a recent effort to study more about Christianity via a local ministry and now discovered the CARM web site to be a valuable faith building resource.
Matt gives a praise report of a new member in the family of God.
Caller Kyle from California (a curious atheist) asks how one can tell a person is truly saved? Would you necessarily use visible “works” as measure?
Thursday, June 23, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_20
Faith and Reason 6_20
Monday June 20, 2011
Matt returns from the Manti Utah and the “Mormon Miracle Pageant” with some comments.
Caller: Steve from Kentucky asks about Proverbs 26:5 and answering a fool according to his folly and also as asks for tips on speaking with atheists.
Caller: Abe from Idaho asks about Mormonism and the LDS idea of three heavens.
Matt reads an interesting sample from his e-mail.
Caller Andrew from Idaho who asks about 1st Corinthians chapter 11 and tradition. What traditions of Bible times may or may not apply to our modern western culture?
Matt offers a few more comments regarding LDS history.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_14
Faith and Reason 6_14
Tuesday June 14, 2011
Matt interviews street evangelist Shawn Holes and takes calls.
Tuesday June 14, 2011
Matt interviews street evangelist Shawn Holes and takes calls.
Caller1
Mike from Kansas City asks: What about people who haven’t heard the gospel?
Caller2
Atheist Andrew asks: Why is it so many young professing Christians depart from their faith after going off to college?
Monday, June 20, 2011
CARM: Radio show 6_13
Faith and Reason 6_13
Monday June 13, 2011
Call 1
Atheist Andrew asks, “What do you mean when you say the Bible is your source for morals?”
Matt suggests Andrew read his article on the CARM website Can atheists be ethical?
http://carm.org/can-atheists-be-ethical
Call 2
Jacob (Dark_Clamity) from Ohio asks how to avoid appearing insulting to those who you deal with who make efforts to disprove the validity of the Christian faith?
Additionally: Can apologetics be used to shield fellow Christian from the harmful influences of those committed to opposition of the Christian faith?
Finally: What can you say about the effectiveness of Christian philosophers using philosophical arguments for Christianity?
Call 3
Gary from Ohio: Can you inform me a bit on Hebrews 6:4
Additionally: After Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead; did the Jews go on to kill him?
Call 4
John from Connecticut: On the issue of sin. What would be our mandatory sin?
There is a bit of a discussion of difficulties in dealing with hypothetical propositions.
Matt 7:22-23 is examined in regard to good works
Some e-mail examined which proposes that being born as a homosexual is equal to one who is born left handed.
Another e-mail about women preachers is mentioned. Matt advises reading the CARM website articles on this topic.
Additional e-mail brings a bit of interest to the legal terminology used in the New Testament in reference to our salvation being accomplished in Christ.
More e-mail: Is being opposed to the homosexual lifestyle mean that you are “homophobic”?
Monday June 13, 2011
Call 1
Atheist Andrew asks, “What do you mean when you say the Bible is your source for morals?”
Matt suggests Andrew read his article on the CARM website Can atheists be ethical?
http://carm.org/can-atheists-be-ethical
Call 2
Jacob (Dark_Clamity) from Ohio asks how to avoid appearing insulting to those who you deal with who make efforts to disprove the validity of the Christian faith?
Additionally: Can apologetics be used to shield fellow Christian from the harmful influences of those committed to opposition of the Christian faith?
Finally: What can you say about the effectiveness of Christian philosophers using philosophical arguments for Christianity?
Call 3
Gary from Ohio: Can you inform me a bit on Hebrews 6:4
Additionally: After Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead; did the Jews go on to kill him?
Call 4
John from Connecticut: On the issue of sin. What would be our mandatory sin?
There is a bit of a discussion of difficulties in dealing with hypothetical propositions.
Matt 7:22-23 is examined in regard to good works
Some e-mail examined which proposes that being born as a homosexual is equal to one who is born left handed.
Another e-mail about women preachers is mentioned. Matt advises reading the CARM website articles on this topic.
Additional e-mail brings a bit of interest to the legal terminology used in the New Testament in reference to our salvation being accomplished in Christ.
More e-mail: Is being opposed to the homosexual lifestyle mean that you are “homophobic”?
Thursday, June 16, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_10
Faith and Reason 6_10
Friday June 10, 2011
Call 1.
Bob from New York asks about witnessing to people who appear worldly, or even those from the counter cultures within our society?
Matt points out that Jesus went to where the “sinners” were.
Call 2.
Atheist Andrew calls and begins on the topic of human sexuality. Then moves onto the Old Testament restriction on eating some foods. Matt explains the abrogation of Old Testament dietary laws in the New Testament, while the New Testament still upholds the restrictions on homosexuality.
Call 3.
Joe from Santa Maria, CA. asks how are we as Christians to try and maintain a Christ-Like attitude in the face of insults.
Additionally, what about our facing open hostility, up to and including violence.
Matt quotes Luke 22:36 advising physical violence being a last resort.
Call 4
JP from Georgia asks about dealing with various callers: why some seem to be held on to while others seem to be dealt with less patiently?
Matt describes the caller driven format is influenced by his experience and listener feedback over time.
Call 5.
John from Florida asks about mental illness and the Christian.
Friday June 10, 2011
Call 1.
Bob from New York asks about witnessing to people who appear worldly, or even those from the counter cultures within our society?
Matt points out that Jesus went to where the “sinners” were.
Call 2.
Atheist Andrew calls and begins on the topic of human sexuality. Then moves onto the Old Testament restriction on eating some foods. Matt explains the abrogation of Old Testament dietary laws in the New Testament, while the New Testament still upholds the restrictions on homosexuality.
Call 3.
Joe from Santa Maria, CA. asks how are we as Christians to try and maintain a Christ-Like attitude in the face of insults.
Additionally, what about our facing open hostility, up to and including violence.
Matt quotes Luke 22:36 advising physical violence being a last resort.
Call 4
JP from Georgia asks about dealing with various callers: why some seem to be held on to while others seem to be dealt with less patiently?
Matt describes the caller driven format is influenced by his experience and listener feedback over time.
Call 5.
John from Florida asks about mental illness and the Christian.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_8
Faith and Reason 6_8
June 8, 2011
Call #1
Atheist Sean from California: Commenting on the Youtube debate with a question about the Transcendental Argument for God (TAG) but offers nothing but a bald rejection without any basis. Sean demonstrates his difficulty as an atheist to identify a “statement” as distinguished from a “state.” Or: the difference between an “essence” from a “statement” about that essence.
Call #2
Atheist Andrew from Canada calls: With another question regarding T.A.G.
E-mail is read, charging Matt is in bondage by false doctrine.
Elaine calls with a question about the medical use of marijuana. Broadcast time ran short and she will call again.
June 8, 2011
Call #1
Atheist Sean from California: Commenting on the Youtube debate with a question about the Transcendental Argument for God (TAG) but offers nothing but a bald rejection without any basis. Sean demonstrates his difficulty as an atheist to identify a “statement” as distinguished from a “state.” Or: the difference between an “essence” from a “statement” about that essence.
Call #2
Atheist Andrew from Canada calls: With another question regarding T.A.G.
E-mail is read, charging Matt is in bondage by false doctrine.
Elaine calls with a question about the medical use of marijuana. Broadcast time ran short and she will call again.
Monday, June 13, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_7
Faith and Reason 6_7
Tuesday June 7, 2011
Matt mentions that SKYPE calls are welcome during the live broadcast by dialing “faithandreason” on the SKYPE Service for calls over the internet.
Caller: Jason from Cincinnati asks about Baptism. Is it necessary, is it a means of grace, and/or is it covenental?
Chris from Washington asks about Judas in reference to the son of perdition. Does God choose in the case of Judas, for him to be counted among one of those “given” to Jesus and then in some sense he was lost?
Would you recommend a 4 Square Gospel Church? Matt: points out some of their positions and practices (such as women pastors) that leans toward more liberal behavior within the Church.
E-mail question: Why don’t you preach the Gospel as outlined in Acts 2:38?
Caller Daren asks about Near Death Experiences (NDEs) and what might be learned from them, if anything?
Caller Matt from Nampa, ID. Asks questions regarding the New Testament references to the “Rapture.”
Caller Dan from Idaho asks about Christian witnessing approaches in foreign countries like Israel, and during times spent in other cultural environments.
Caller Ralph asks questions regarding The Lord’s Supper. Transubstantiation, Consubstantiation as viewed by Calvin and others during the time of the reformation.
Atheist Andrew writes some questions:
What would a non-designed universe look like?
Do you have morals independent of God?
Would you be willing to torture someone if commanded by God?
Tuesday June 7, 2011
Matt mentions that SKYPE calls are welcome during the live broadcast by dialing “faithandreason” on the SKYPE Service for calls over the internet.
Caller: Jason from Cincinnati asks about Baptism. Is it necessary, is it a means of grace, and/or is it covenental?
Chris from Washington asks about Judas in reference to the son of perdition. Does God choose in the case of Judas, for him to be counted among one of those “given” to Jesus and then in some sense he was lost?
Would you recommend a 4 Square Gospel Church? Matt: points out some of their positions and practices (such as women pastors) that leans toward more liberal behavior within the Church.
E-mail question: Why don’t you preach the Gospel as outlined in Acts 2:38?
Caller Daren asks about Near Death Experiences (NDEs) and what might be learned from them, if anything?
Caller Matt from Nampa, ID. Asks questions regarding the New Testament references to the “Rapture.”
Caller Dan from Idaho asks about Christian witnessing approaches in foreign countries like Israel, and during times spent in other cultural environments.
Caller Ralph asks questions regarding The Lord’s Supper. Transubstantiation, Consubstantiation as viewed by Calvin and others during the time of the reformation.
Atheist Andrew writes some questions:
What would a non-designed universe look like?
Do you have morals independent of God?
Would you be willing to torture someone if commanded by God?
Thursday, June 09, 2011
CARM: Radio show 6_6
Faith and Reason 6_6
Monday June 6, 2011
Caller: Atheist Andrew calls and presents (so called) “proof” that modern giraffes evolved from a fish.
Caller: Jason from New York asks about the apparent paradox of “free will” but refuses to define what basis his questions springs from.
Caller: Jason from New York calls in again, however still refuses to identify with any particular “world view” to put his question in a context.
Caller: Matt from Washington (a Christian theist) asks about Pro-life issues. Should one who opposes abortion display graphic images or photos of abortions? This leads to the question of what an individual “OUGHT” to do in confronting difficult issues.
Caller: Jordan from California is dealing with LDS missionaries and their claim that the great apostasy of the Bible has already happened.
Caller: Bill from Virginia: Being a musician in a bar band makes him feel uncomfortable. The content of some popular songs and the atmosphere of the venues in which he performs have lead to some conflicting feelings in his Christian walk.
Monday June 6, 2011
Caller: Atheist Andrew calls and presents (so called) “proof” that modern giraffes evolved from a fish.
Caller: Jason from New York asks about the apparent paradox of “free will” but refuses to define what basis his questions springs from.
Caller: Jason from New York calls in again, however still refuses to identify with any particular “world view” to put his question in a context.
Caller: Matt from Washington (a Christian theist) asks about Pro-life issues. Should one who opposes abortion display graphic images or photos of abortions? This leads to the question of what an individual “OUGHT” to do in confronting difficult issues.
Caller: Jordan from California is dealing with LDS missionaries and their claim that the great apostasy of the Bible has already happened.
Caller: Bill from Virginia: Being a musician in a bar band makes him feel uncomfortable. The content of some popular songs and the atmosphere of the venues in which he performs have lead to some conflicting feelings in his Christian walk.
Wednesday, June 08, 2011
CARM: Radio show 6_3
Faith and Reason 6_3
Friday June 3, 2011
1. Caller Ely from New York asks about the devil. Are Satan and Lucifer one and the same person?
2. Atheist Andrew wishes to ask more about evolution of the woodpecker’s tongue and various other evolutionary issues. Andrew further proposes that information actually formed from random processes!
3. Caller Dan from Idaho asks about Monty Collier AKA Red Beetle
4. Matt offers a couple of hate mail examples.
5. Andy from Idaho asks about the aberrant preaching and practices of Todd Bentley who ended up marrying the woman he had an affair with in his church. Matt advises to stay away.
Secondly: asked about spiritual gifts.
Friday June 3, 2011
1. Caller Ely from New York asks about the devil. Are Satan and Lucifer one and the same person?
2. Atheist Andrew wishes to ask more about evolution of the woodpecker’s tongue and various other evolutionary issues. Andrew further proposes that information actually formed from random processes!
3. Caller Dan from Idaho asks about Monty Collier AKA Red Beetle
4. Matt offers a couple of hate mail examples.
5. Andy from Idaho asks about the aberrant preaching and practices of Todd Bentley who ended up marrying the woman he had an affair with in his church. Matt advises to stay away.
Secondly: asked about spiritual gifts.
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
CARM: Radio 6_2
Faith and Reason 6_2
Thursday June 2, 2011
1.Matt comments on the Christian’s calling to present God to others.
2.Matt explains to a caller how the Trinity is demonstrated by a systematic examination of Scriptures.
3.Atheist Andrew wants to talk about Evolution.
4.Caller Gregg from Colombia asks about the security of salvation for the believer.
Thursday June 2, 2011
1.Matt comments on the Christian’s calling to present God to others.
2.Matt explains to a caller how the Trinity is demonstrated by a systematic examination of Scriptures.
3.Atheist Andrew wants to talk about Evolution.
4.Caller Gregg from Colombia asks about the security of salvation for the believer.
Monday, June 06, 2011
CARM: Radio show 6_1
Faith and Reason 6_1
Wednesday June 1, 2011
1. Caller Chris from Washington asks about irresistible grace.
2. Zachary calls from Afghanistan: How should we expect our “Free Will” to be when we enter Heaven? Will we be able to choose to sin?
And secondly, will we actually be able to look upon and behold God the Father?
3. Caller Kiley from Alaska: Recently became a Christian, however husband and kids still in the “2 by 2s” Cult.
4. Caller Ely from New York asks about Isaiah 9:6 and Modalism.
Wednesday June 1, 2011
1. Caller Chris from Washington asks about irresistible grace.
2. Zachary calls from Afghanistan: How should we expect our “Free Will” to be when we enter Heaven? Will we be able to choose to sin?
And secondly, will we actually be able to look upon and behold God the Father?
3. Caller Kiley from Alaska: Recently became a Christian, however husband and kids still in the “2 by 2s” Cult.
4. Caller Ely from New York asks about Isaiah 9:6 and Modalism.
Saturday, June 04, 2011
CARM: Radio show 5_27
Faith and Reason 5_27
Friday May 27, 2011
Caller Bob from New York: Brief comment on Harold Camping. Then asks about Christians being called names by some people just because they try to hold to traditional gender titles.
Caller (atheist) Andrew asks: “Why did God place the forbidden tree in the Garden of Eden?”
Andrew further asks: Why could God not make a less violent way to cover for sin than to send His Son to be brutally killed the way He was?
Caller Tracy asks: What do you think about the Bible verse that tells of some people having their name blotted out of the book of life?
Friday May 27, 2011
Caller Bob from New York: Brief comment on Harold Camping. Then asks about Christians being called names by some people just because they try to hold to traditional gender titles.
Caller (atheist) Andrew asks: “Why did God place the forbidden tree in the Garden of Eden?”
Andrew further asks: Why could God not make a less violent way to cover for sin than to send His Son to be brutally killed the way He was?
Caller Tracy asks: What do you think about the Bible verse that tells of some people having their name blotted out of the book of life?
CARM: Radio 5_24
Faith and Reason 5_24
Faith and Reason May 24, 2011
Brief comment on Harold Camping of Family Radio who’s now adjusted his failed prediction for the rapture to come instead on October 21, 2011
Comment regarding evangelizing in a hostile environment as found among present day atheism, secular humanism, and moral relativism.
First caller in atheist Andrew who invites Matt to question him about morality and once again refers to Deuteronomy 13: 6-10
When Matt asked: “Is God morally wrong?” Andrew answers: “Yes.” However, Andrew is unable to supply any absolute moral standard by which to measure.
Matt comments on Rob Bells new book which seem to serve the “lazy minded” and neglect such Scriptural admonitions as found in Romans 12: 2 to renew our minds.
Further comments: Facing modern heretics in the Church in these present days is essential to the health of the Church.
(On vacation, may be short delays with podcasts)
Faith and Reason May 24, 2011
Brief comment on Harold Camping of Family Radio who’s now adjusted his failed prediction for the rapture to come instead on October 21, 2011
Comment regarding evangelizing in a hostile environment as found among present day atheism, secular humanism, and moral relativism.
First caller in atheist Andrew who invites Matt to question him about morality and once again refers to Deuteronomy 13: 6-10
When Matt asked: “Is God morally wrong?” Andrew answers: “Yes.” However, Andrew is unable to supply any absolute moral standard by which to measure.
Matt comments on Rob Bells new book which seem to serve the “lazy minded” and neglect such Scriptural admonitions as found in Romans 12: 2 to renew our minds.
Further comments: Facing modern heretics in the Church in these present days is essential to the health of the Church.
(On vacation, may be short delays with podcasts)
Wednesday, June 01, 2011
CARM: Radio 5_23
Faith and Reason 5_23
May 23, 2011
1.Comment regarding Harold Camping and his latest failure to predict the rapture having missed again.
2.Prayer for David who is being released from a Mexican prison this week.
3.Atheist: Andrew question Matt regarding Deuteronomy 13:6-10. Also discusses “free will” and the problematic nature of the atheist worldview when it tries to assign a “Moral Ought” upon God
Andrew from Florida, 2nd year philosophy student asks: Can one be cursed by being born into and raised in a non-Christian culture? Book recommendation: Scaling the Secular City by J. P. Moreland (Baker Books).
4.Hate Mail from “M” who condemns Matt for being “prejudiced” (in M’s opinion) because Matt is in some fashion discriminatory toward homosexual relationships, falsely equating this “so called prejudice” with the historic racial prejudice suffered by African Americans.
May 23, 2011
1.Comment regarding Harold Camping and his latest failure to predict the rapture having missed again.
2.Prayer for David who is being released from a Mexican prison this week.
3.Atheist: Andrew question Matt regarding Deuteronomy 13:6-10. Also discusses “free will” and the problematic nature of the atheist worldview when it tries to assign a “Moral Ought” upon God
Andrew from Florida, 2nd year philosophy student asks: Can one be cursed by being born into and raised in a non-Christian culture? Book recommendation: Scaling the Secular City by J. P. Moreland (Baker Books).
4.Hate Mail from “M” who condemns Matt for being “prejudiced” (in M’s opinion) because Matt is in some fashion discriminatory toward homosexual relationships, falsely equating this “so called prejudice” with the historic racial prejudice suffered by African Americans.
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