CARM Radio 2_9
Open calls and questions.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Thursday, February 09, 2012
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
Monday, February 06, 2012
Friday, February 03, 2012
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
Friday, January 27, 2012
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Monday, January 23, 2012
CARM Radio Show 1_11
CARM Radio 1_11
CARM RADIO Show Notes for January 11, 2012
Caller Daniel from Georgia: Is it ever permissible to lie?
Caller Timothy from South Carolina (via SKYPE) “Is the ‘Anointing of God’ associated with ‘feelings’?”
Caller Evan asks: “How should we approach discussing the age of the Earth?”
Caller Nicholas would like to further explore to topic of lying.
CARM RADIO Show Notes for January 11, 2012
Caller Daniel from Georgia: Is it ever permissible to lie?
Caller Timothy from South Carolina (via SKYPE) “Is the ‘Anointing of God’ associated with ‘feelings’?”
Caller Evan asks: “How should we approach discussing the age of the Earth?”
Caller Nicholas would like to further explore to topic of lying.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Monday, January 16, 2012
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
CARM Radio Show 12_29
CARM Radio 12_29
CARM RADIO Show notes for December 29, 2011
Caller Gary from Ohio would like to suggest a term: “Militant Arminianism” for those who suggest that Calvin was a murderer and so you should not believe in anything connected with his teachings.
Caller Michael from California mentions his experience after inviting atheists from the “Pal Talk” Internet venue to call Matt at CARM RADIO during the live show.
Additionally, Michael and Matt have some discussion on faith, works, and future rewards as related to our human motivations.
Caller Aleena from Denver, Co. Calls in reference to the apparent “Anthropic Principal” seen in our universe and the Multiverse hypotheses in physics.
Caller Matt from Santa Clarita, CA. Asks generally about some of the local congregations that seem to lack an identifiable structure, but rather focus on church planting for the most part?
CARM RADIO Show notes for December 29, 2011
Caller Gary from Ohio would like to suggest a term: “Militant Arminianism” for those who suggest that Calvin was a murderer and so you should not believe in anything connected with his teachings.
Caller Michael from California mentions his experience after inviting atheists from the “Pal Talk” Internet venue to call Matt at CARM RADIO during the live show.
Additionally, Michael and Matt have some discussion on faith, works, and future rewards as related to our human motivations.
Caller Aleena from Denver, Co. Calls in reference to the apparent “Anthropic Principal” seen in our universe and the Multiverse hypotheses in physics.
Caller Matt from Santa Clarita, CA. Asks generally about some of the local congregations that seem to lack an identifiable structure, but rather focus on church planting for the most part?
CARM Radio Show 12_28
CARM Radio 12_28
CARM RADIO Show Notes from December 28, 2011
Caller Craig from the U.K. asks Matt’s view on some of the public opinions of Oprah Winfrey.
Caller Scott from Ohio: I have recently taken an evangelism course by Ray Comfort. I went to a truck stop to attempt to evangelize, but chickened out. What kind of advice might you have for someone like me as to how to follow through on something like this?
Caller Brian (Atheist and religious studies major) from Nevada: Why would God send His Son to be killed in order to provide salvation for sinful human beings?
Caller Derrick from North Carolina asks about the term “All Loving” as it relates to God.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania: Romans 10:17, what are your thoughts of the “hearing” of the gospel?
CARM RADIO Show Notes from December 28, 2011
Caller Craig from the U.K. asks Matt’s view on some of the public opinions of Oprah Winfrey.
Caller Scott from Ohio: I have recently taken an evangelism course by Ray Comfort. I went to a truck stop to attempt to evangelize, but chickened out. What kind of advice might you have for someone like me as to how to follow through on something like this?
Caller Brian (Atheist and religious studies major) from Nevada: Why would God send His Son to be killed in order to provide salvation for sinful human beings?
Caller Derrick from North Carolina asks about the term “All Loving” as it relates to God.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania: Romans 10:17, what are your thoughts of the “hearing” of the gospel?
Wednesday, January 04, 2012
CARM Radio Show 12_27
CARM Radio 12_27
CARM RADIO Show Notes for December 27, 2011
Matt announces that the most recent CARM Newsletter can be found at the link on the CARM Homepage.
Caller Paradox would like to discuss God’s omniscience in relation to freewill. Matt offers some interesting observation including the concept that God knows more than just what will happen, but what would have happened, that is, He knows the actual as well as the contingencies as demonstrated in Matthew 11:21-24.
Caller Val from Canada would like Matt to explore who or what the “Rock” is in Matthew 16:18.
Caller Tom from Boise, Idaho mentions the use of logic and how some arguments can be made which are, within themselves, logical, and nevertheless is fallacious.
CARM RADIO Show Notes for December 27, 2011
Matt announces that the most recent CARM Newsletter can be found at the link on the CARM Homepage.
Caller Paradox would like to discuss God’s omniscience in relation to freewill. Matt offers some interesting observation including the concept that God knows more than just what will happen, but what would have happened, that is, He knows the actual as well as the contingencies as demonstrated in Matthew 11:21-24.
Caller Val from Canada would like Matt to explore who or what the “Rock” is in Matthew 16:18.
Caller Tom from Boise, Idaho mentions the use of logic and how some arguments can be made which are, within themselves, logical, and nevertheless is fallacious.
Tuesday, January 03, 2012
CARM Radio Show 12_22
CARM Radio 12_22
CARM RADIO Show Notes For December 22, 2011
Matt cites recent results from the Barna Study Group, which has documented the gross lack of a Biblical worldview held by churches with women pastors.
Caller Scott from Wyoming (formerly of San Diego) discusses factions in the early church and how they continue to this day.
Caller Craig from the U.K. inquires about the chronology of the Biblical books and characters.
Caller Duncan asks Matt if he has ever visited the Monastery of Our Sorrowful Mother at The Grotto in Portland, Oregon? It seems Duncan has been there and was impressed by the Grotto’s depiction of the Virgin Mary being crowned as the “Queen of Heaven.”
CARM RADIO Show Notes For December 22, 2011
Matt cites recent results from the Barna Study Group, which has documented the gross lack of a Biblical worldview held by churches with women pastors.
Caller Scott from Wyoming (formerly of San Diego) discusses factions in the early church and how they continue to this day.
Caller Craig from the U.K. inquires about the chronology of the Biblical books and characters.
Caller Duncan asks Matt if he has ever visited the Monastery of Our Sorrowful Mother at The Grotto in Portland, Oregon? It seems Duncan has been there and was impressed by the Grotto’s depiction of the Virgin Mary being crowned as the “Queen of Heaven.”
CARM Radio Show 12_21
CARM Radio 12_21
CARM RADIO Show Notes For December 21, 2011
Caller Bob asks: “Is there a good way to put together witnessing materials and avoid their seeming to contain an attitude of pride?”
Matt offers some interesting insights regarding the Roman Catholic Church and it’s concepts surrounding the topic of salvation.
Caller from a Four Square Gospel background would like to touch on the comparisons of reformed theology and where he believes it is difficult to conform it to some selected Bible verses.
CARM RADIO Show Notes For December 21, 2011
Caller Bob asks: “Is there a good way to put together witnessing materials and avoid their seeming to contain an attitude of pride?”
Matt offers some interesting insights regarding the Roman Catholic Church and it’s concepts surrounding the topic of salvation.
Caller from a Four Square Gospel background would like to touch on the comparisons of reformed theology and where he believes it is difficult to conform it to some selected Bible verses.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
CARM Radio Show 12_19
CARM Radio 12_19
CARM RADIO Notes for December 19, 2011
Caller Kylie from Alaska (a former member of the 2x2s) would like to know more about the “will” of God the Father as compared to the “will” of God the Son. Kylie has noted a cult like teaching that says Jesus had to have His will “broken” while here on earth.
Caller William from England asks Matt: “What would you say about a ministry focused on teaching what you are “for” and avoids teaching what you are “against” from the Christian pulpit?”
Caller Craig from Great Britain follows up a bit more on the previous call.
Caller Ely from New Your would like to know how to reason more effectively with an unbeliever regarding the topic of “freewill”.
Matt explains how the unbeliever will not accept the Scriptural point of view on this topic: 1 Corinthians 2:14 “But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.”
Caller John from Boise, ID reports his experience at a recent Roman Catholic funeral he attended.
CARM RADIO Notes for December 19, 2011
Caller Kylie from Alaska (a former member of the 2x2s) would like to know more about the “will” of God the Father as compared to the “will” of God the Son. Kylie has noted a cult like teaching that says Jesus had to have His will “broken” while here on earth.
Caller William from England asks Matt: “What would you say about a ministry focused on teaching what you are “for” and avoids teaching what you are “against” from the Christian pulpit?”
Caller Craig from Great Britain follows up a bit more on the previous call.
Caller Ely from New Your would like to know how to reason more effectively with an unbeliever regarding the topic of “freewill”.
Matt explains how the unbeliever will not accept the Scriptural point of view on this topic: 1 Corinthians 2:14 “But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.”
Caller John from Boise, ID reports his experience at a recent Roman Catholic funeral he attended.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
CARM: Radio 12_5
CARM Radio 12_5
CARM RADIO Show Notes for December 5, 2011
Matt talks a bit about the various dictionaries he would like to continue to develop on the CARM website.
Additionally, he mentions some of the Roman Catholic inconsistencies in regard to works being involved in one’s salvation.
Caller Mike from California would like to know more about the topic of blasphemy.
Caller Katie from Riverside County, CA. is seeking information about kingdom now theology and the “so called” New Apostolic Reformation movement. It seems they claim to be modern day prophets and apostles in the church.
Matt invites listeners to provide original source documentation for issues they may encounter in the church, so he can more accurately examine and comment.
Caller Chuck from Washington State commends the previous caller (Katie) for having identified a problematic movement within some evangelical bodies. Chuck confirms (from first hand experience) that this group has been causing mischief, confusing Christians, and overturning the faith of some for at least thirty years or more.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom seeks more clarification of some of the teachings of Joyce Meyer; Matt offers him several direct quotes and cites the source for Craig to obtain and research for himself.
CARM RADIO Show Notes for December 5, 2011
Matt talks a bit about the various dictionaries he would like to continue to develop on the CARM website.
Additionally, he mentions some of the Roman Catholic inconsistencies in regard to works being involved in one’s salvation.
Caller Mike from California would like to know more about the topic of blasphemy.
Caller Katie from Riverside County, CA. is seeking information about kingdom now theology and the “so called” New Apostolic Reformation movement. It seems they claim to be modern day prophets and apostles in the church.
Matt invites listeners to provide original source documentation for issues they may encounter in the church, so he can more accurately examine and comment.
Caller Chuck from Washington State commends the previous caller (Katie) for having identified a problematic movement within some evangelical bodies. Chuck confirms (from first hand experience) that this group has been causing mischief, confusing Christians, and overturning the faith of some for at least thirty years or more.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom seeks more clarification of some of the teachings of Joyce Meyer; Matt offers him several direct quotes and cites the source for Craig to obtain and research for himself.
Friday, December 09, 2011
Thursday, December 08, 2011
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
CARM: Radio Show 11_29
CARM Radio 11_29
CARM RADIO Show notes for November 29, 2011
Caller Alena says she is of the reformed tradition would like to know more of the “wills” mentioned in Scripture as in: “Not my will but your will” as God the Son spoke to God the Father as the crucifixion approached. A very informational chat follows.
Caller Brian from Washington is dealing with a Muslim who objects to Christianity’s claims from Hinduism. He seems to object to the newer claims as though they were borrowed or copied from an earlier religion. Matt suggests CARM web section on “New Testament Themes found in the Old Testament”
Caller Cameron from Perth, Australia reports his observation that Muslims given tolerance within Australia, seem to be increasingly less tolerant of those of other faiths within the very communities that accepted them in to begin with.
CARM RADIO Show notes for November 29, 2011
Caller Alena says she is of the reformed tradition would like to know more of the “wills” mentioned in Scripture as in: “Not my will but your will” as God the Son spoke to God the Father as the crucifixion approached. A very informational chat follows.
Caller Brian from Washington is dealing with a Muslim who objects to Christianity’s claims from Hinduism. He seems to object to the newer claims as though they were borrowed or copied from an earlier religion. Matt suggests CARM web section on “New Testament Themes found in the Old Testament”
Caller Cameron from Perth, Australia reports his observation that Muslims given tolerance within Australia, seem to be increasingly less tolerant of those of other faiths within the very communities that accepted them in to begin with.
Friday, December 02, 2011
CARM: Radio 11_23
CARM Radio 11_23
CARM Radio Show Notes for November 23, 2011
Caller: Michael from California asks “How does predestination and freewill relate or compare to each other?”
Additionally: What about intentional sins after salvation?
Matt dealt with some Biblical qualifications for teaching from the Christian pulpit.
Caller: Shane from Montana has questions about divorce and remarriage.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks if God could create the world with a look of being old?
Secondly, “Are the Native Americans descendents of Hebrews?”
Hate Mail (?) From Michael who does not like the concept of eternal punishment and who concludes that such a thing would be “unjust” for God to impose on anyone.
CARM Radio Show Notes for November 23, 2011
Caller: Michael from California asks “How does predestination and freewill relate or compare to each other?”
Additionally: What about intentional sins after salvation?
Matt dealt with some Biblical qualifications for teaching from the Christian pulpit.
Caller: Shane from Montana has questions about divorce and remarriage.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks if God could create the world with a look of being old?
Secondly, “Are the Native Americans descendents of Hebrews?”
Hate Mail (?) From Michael who does not like the concept of eternal punishment and who concludes that such a thing would be “unjust” for God to impose on anyone.
Thursday, December 01, 2011
CARM: Radio 11_22
CARM Radio 11_22
CARM Radio Show Notes for November 22, 2011
Caller: Lawrence from Provo Utah asks about “Cessationism” (Cessationism is the position within Christianity that the Charismatic Spiritual gifts (speaking in tongues, word of knowledge, word of wisdom, interpretation of tongues, etc.) ceased with the closing of the Canon of scripture and/or the death of the last apostle.) http://carm.org/dictionary-cessationism
Matt offers a fine refutation from the Bible to Cessationism.
Caller: Rusty from Ohio asks “Is baptism necessary?”
The Economic Trinity (http://carm.org/dictionary-economic-trinity) is reviewed in regards to roles, responsibilities, and relationship.
CARM Radio Show Notes for November 22, 2011
Caller: Lawrence from Provo Utah asks about “Cessationism” (Cessationism is the position within Christianity that the Charismatic Spiritual gifts (speaking in tongues, word of knowledge, word of wisdom, interpretation of tongues, etc.) ceased with the closing of the Canon of scripture and/or the death of the last apostle.) http://carm.org/dictionary-cessationism
Matt offers a fine refutation from the Bible to Cessationism.
Caller: Rusty from Ohio asks “Is baptism necessary?”
The Economic Trinity (http://carm.org/dictionary-economic-trinity) is reviewed in regards to roles, responsibilities, and relationship.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
CARM Radio 11_21
CARM Radio 11_21
CARM Radio Show Notes November 21,
Mat read several heretical quotes from a popular “so called” Christian preacher and salted those quotes throughout the program today.
Caller Matt from Seattle, WA. “I am a Calvinist who attends a Four Square Gospel Church.” Caller asks about a current TV program regarding Muslims in America and would also like to learn something of Christian author and debater James White.
Caller Kevin from North Carolina would like to know if Matt thinks Christians ought to be showing much interest in the current “Twilight” vampire types of entertainment.
Additionally: Kevin’s wife Alissa asks about the topic of body tattoos.
Matt read several more quotes from a book by Joyce Meyers: “The Most Important Decision You Will Ever Make.” Including her preaching that Jesus went to hell!
Caller J. P. from Georgia: “If you were to meet an angel or an appearance of the Lord, how would you know it is not a demonic vision?”
Matt mentions one of the past teachings of popular TV evangelist Benny Hinn who describes God as existing in 9 persons: 3 for each member of the Trinity!
Matt closes with a strong rebuke for the heretical teachings of Joyce Meyer with the caveat: “I hope she has recanted such teaching.”
CARM Radio Show Notes November 21,
Mat read several heretical quotes from a popular “so called” Christian preacher and salted those quotes throughout the program today.
Caller Matt from Seattle, WA. “I am a Calvinist who attends a Four Square Gospel Church.” Caller asks about a current TV program regarding Muslims in America and would also like to learn something of Christian author and debater James White.
Caller Kevin from North Carolina would like to know if Matt thinks Christians ought to be showing much interest in the current “Twilight” vampire types of entertainment.
Additionally: Kevin’s wife Alissa asks about the topic of body tattoos.
Matt read several more quotes from a book by Joyce Meyers: “The Most Important Decision You Will Ever Make.” Including her preaching that Jesus went to hell!
Caller J. P. from Georgia: “If you were to meet an angel or an appearance of the Lord, how would you know it is not a demonic vision?”
Matt mentions one of the past teachings of popular TV evangelist Benny Hinn who describes God as existing in 9 persons: 3 for each member of the Trinity!
Matt closes with a strong rebuke for the heretical teachings of Joyce Meyer with the caveat: “I hope she has recanted such teaching.”
Monday, November 28, 2011
CARM: Radio 11_15
CARM Radio 11_15
CARM Radio Show Notes for November 15, 2011
Matt discusses counseling and prayer for and with those going through difficult situations. Emotional and/or physical tragedies of all sorts often forces people to commit themselves to a rough, real, and living trust in the Lord.
Caller Michael from California asks: “How can we do everything to the glory of God? What would it look like if we were to do that?” Aren’t there just some things we do (like watching TV) that simply don’t do that?
Caller Frank from Virginia calls for a little advice: “I would like to be more involved in apologetics but I am not sure if I am being called to do so.”
Caller Alison from Arizona asks: “Can you tell me a bit more about the pre-tribulation and the post-tribulation rapture views relating to the return of Jesus?”
Matt makes a great thumbnail summary of these views and provides some relevant Scripture verses worth serious consideration.
CARM Radio Show Notes for November 15, 2011
Matt discusses counseling and prayer for and with those going through difficult situations. Emotional and/or physical tragedies of all sorts often forces people to commit themselves to a rough, real, and living trust in the Lord.
Caller Michael from California asks: “How can we do everything to the glory of God? What would it look like if we were to do that?” Aren’t there just some things we do (like watching TV) that simply don’t do that?
Caller Frank from Virginia calls for a little advice: “I would like to be more involved in apologetics but I am not sure if I am being called to do so.”
Caller Alison from Arizona asks: “Can you tell me a bit more about the pre-tribulation and the post-tribulation rapture views relating to the return of Jesus?”
Matt makes a great thumbnail summary of these views and provides some relevant Scripture verses worth serious consideration.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
CARM Radio 11_14
CARM Radio 11_14
CARM Show Notes for November 14, 2011
Matt reports he saw the Joseph Smith Movie over the weekend. Seems to be “standard LDS propaganda.”
Matt further comments on the tendency of LDS church members seeming to base their faith “FEELINGS” rather than facts.
LDS Caller Lee from Nampa, ID. calls to defend the authenticity of the Book of Abraham as “supernaturally translated” (?). However, Lee only has his own personal conviction and “feels in his heart” that it is correct. Lee offers no tangible evidence.
Matt moves further into a bit more of an expose’ of some of the foolish and arrogant boastings of Joseph Smith, and Joseph’s lies in the face of Scriptures. (A brief but spirited rant.)
Caller Ana from Virginia: Did Joseph Smith pattern any of his rituals in Mormonism after those found in Free Masonry?”
Caller Pat: “In the face of some of the ridiculous statements of Joseph Smith, why do LDS people stick with him?”
CARM Show Notes for November 14, 2011
Matt reports he saw the Joseph Smith Movie over the weekend. Seems to be “standard LDS propaganda.”
Matt further comments on the tendency of LDS church members seeming to base their faith “FEELINGS” rather than facts.
LDS Caller Lee from Nampa, ID. calls to defend the authenticity of the Book of Abraham as “supernaturally translated” (?). However, Lee only has his own personal conviction and “feels in his heart” that it is correct. Lee offers no tangible evidence.
Matt moves further into a bit more of an expose’ of some of the foolish and arrogant boastings of Joseph Smith, and Joseph’s lies in the face of Scriptures. (A brief but spirited rant.)
Caller Ana from Virginia: Did Joseph Smith pattern any of his rituals in Mormonism after those found in Free Masonry?”
Caller Pat: “In the face of some of the ridiculous statements of Joseph Smith, why do LDS people stick with him?”
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
CARM: Radio 11_11
CARM Radio 11_11
CARM Show Notes for November 11, 2011
Hate (?) Mail Friday. Hate and Wacko mail to be read as time permits.
Calls via SKYPE may now be placed using the address “Carmradio.com”
E-mail from Lamar gives notice to “All the inhabitants of the Earth”
More E-mail: This time from “The Right Arm of God”
Matt comments on some observations and discussion he had this week regarding the nature and Persons of the Trinity.
Caller Justin from Caldwell, ID. Would like to know more about the idea of “apostasy” and secondly, he has a question about the Melchizedek priesthood.
Matt points out how Mormons seem to place confidence in their faith on the basis of “feelings” rather than on “facts.”
Caller Chris invites Matt to see the Joseph Smith Movie now playing in town.
Caller Duncan from Boise, ID. Would like to examine the idea of “husband of one wife” as found in 1Timothy 2:12-13 and Titus 1:6.
Caller Terry from Nampa, ID. Confirms that Joseph Smith was indeed convicted for being a fortune teller in New Your State.
(LDS) Caller Richard from Meridian, ID. objects to Matt’s earlier brief expose’ of the “Joseph Smith Papyri.” Though this papyri (The basis for the LDS Book of Abraham) has been thoroughly discredited and exposed as a colossal fraud by competent Egyptologist worldwide, Richard nevertheless defends this modern day LDS embarrassment as being inspired and accurate. (In his opinion)
CARM Show Notes for November 11, 2011
Hate (?) Mail Friday. Hate and Wacko mail to be read as time permits.
Calls via SKYPE may now be placed using the address “Carmradio.com”
E-mail from Lamar gives notice to “All the inhabitants of the Earth”
More E-mail: This time from “The Right Arm of God”
Matt comments on some observations and discussion he had this week regarding the nature and Persons of the Trinity.
Caller Justin from Caldwell, ID. Would like to know more about the idea of “apostasy” and secondly, he has a question about the Melchizedek priesthood.
Matt points out how Mormons seem to place confidence in their faith on the basis of “feelings” rather than on “facts.”
Caller Chris invites Matt to see the Joseph Smith Movie now playing in town.
Caller Duncan from Boise, ID. Would like to examine the idea of “husband of one wife” as found in 1Timothy 2:12-13 and Titus 1:6.
Caller Terry from Nampa, ID. Confirms that Joseph Smith was indeed convicted for being a fortune teller in New Your State.
(LDS) Caller Richard from Meridian, ID. objects to Matt’s earlier brief expose’ of the “Joseph Smith Papyri.” Though this papyri (The basis for the LDS Book of Abraham) has been thoroughly discredited and exposed as a colossal fraud by competent Egyptologist worldwide, Richard nevertheless defends this modern day LDS embarrassment as being inspired and accurate. (In his opinion)
Monday, November 21, 2011
CARM Radio 11_10
CARM Radio 11_10
Show Notes for November 10, 2011
Caller Orin from California asks: “How should we look at the Song of Solomon?”
(Atheist) Caller Jason from Colorado demonstrates how one might be an “accuser of God.” It seems that God simply falls short of Jason’s personal moral expectations of the Deity.
Caller Tom from Wisconsin asks about the legalization of marijuana.
Show Notes for November 10, 2011
Caller Orin from California asks: “How should we look at the Song of Solomon?”
(Atheist) Caller Jason from Colorado demonstrates how one might be an “accuser of God.” It seems that God simply falls short of Jason’s personal moral expectations of the Deity.
Caller Tom from Wisconsin asks about the legalization of marijuana.
CARM Radio 11_8
CARM Radio 11_8
Reposting show 11-8, error in first posting.
Show Notes for November 8, 2011
Caller Scott from Ohio: What do we know of the young Jesus and how/or when He began His ministry? Matt mentions the “CARM Amazon Wish List” find link on CARM homepage:
For those possibly interested in keeping up with and praying for the needs associated with the ministry of CARM.Caller Vince from Maryland is in a mixed faith marriage and seeking some guidance on how to proceed to nurture his relationship with his spouse while maintaining an effective witness for the Lord.
Caller Debbie from Emit: A wide-ranging call that covers several very fascinating concepts. Debbie thinks of herself as a messianic Jew, however, reveals some measure of confusion of a number of points.
Caller Nick from Nampa: “I have a question about the Trinity.”
Reposting show 11-8, error in first posting.
Show Notes for November 8, 2011
Caller Scott from Ohio: What do we know of the young Jesus and how/or when He began His ministry? Matt mentions the “CARM Amazon Wish List” find link on CARM homepage:
For those possibly interested in keeping up with and praying for the needs associated with the ministry of CARM.Caller Vince from Maryland is in a mixed faith marriage and seeking some guidance on how to proceed to nurture his relationship with his spouse while maintaining an effective witness for the Lord.
Caller Debbie from Emit: A wide-ranging call that covers several very fascinating concepts. Debbie thinks of herself as a messianic Jew, however, reveals some measure of confusion of a number of points.
Caller Nick from Nampa: “I have a question about the Trinity.”
Friday, November 18, 2011
CARM Radio 11_09
CARM Radio 11_09
Show Notes for November 9, 2011
Caller and Matt discuss some issues relating to baptisms, anointing, and washings mentioned in the Bible.
Caller Bob asks Matt to address infighting in the modern church.
Show Notes for November 9, 2011
Caller and Matt discuss some issues relating to baptisms, anointing, and washings mentioned in the Bible.
Caller Bob asks Matt to address infighting in the modern church.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
CARM Radio 11_07
CARM Radio 11_07
Show Notes for November 7, 2011
Matt reports on his several repeated attempts to dialogue with Pastor/s and/or elders from a local Christian church.
Details of some of Matt’s encounters may be quite interesting, even startling to hear.
Matt follows with an appeal to Christians to be faithful in following the Word Of God rather than be constrained by Denominational affiliations and /or traditions. Fidelity to Scripture and the Gospel being the goal.
Show Notes for November 7, 2011
Matt reports on his several repeated attempts to dialogue with Pastor/s and/or elders from a local Christian church.
Details of some of Matt’s encounters may be quite interesting, even startling to hear.
Matt follows with an appeal to Christians to be faithful in following the Word Of God rather than be constrained by Denominational affiliations and /or traditions. Fidelity to Scripture and the Gospel being the goal.
Monday, November 14, 2011
CARM: Radio 11_4
CARM Radio 11_4
Show Notes for November 4, 2011
Hate (?) mail Friday. Matt will read
Caller Bob from New York says he sees a link between evolutionist and promoters of the pro-abortion agenda. Matt let Bob cite his web page: http://www.piltdownsuperman.com/
Wacko mail from Devin: who seems to attempt to be somewhat insulting. Matt responds with one of his many repeated invitations to call the show and talk.
Caller Nick from Nampa, ID. Asks: “Have you ever experienced a spiritual dry spell while seeking God’s will for you?”
(Atheist) Caller Jason from Colorado asks: “Why would God let Satan come to the earth?” Matt than exposes how Jason’s moral system is founded upon his own “self defined” standard and without an independent “objective” basis.
Wacko mail regarding “God’s nuclear touch points” (Including an attachment)
Wacko mail: Warning: Do not sing “Blow The Man Down!” Really?
Wacko mail: “God rang my doorbell.”
Wacko mail: “Inquiring Mother” includes protection from “remote viewers” in her communication.
Wacko mail from Cindy: Hosts for Beasts warnings. E-mailer wants Matt to know that “Hosts for Beasts” are in the world molesting and baptizing unsuspecting people while they are sleeping in nursing homes!
Additionally: Hosts for Beasts cause wars, populate crime syndicates, pick up people worldwide and “Make them do things”, plus a variety of other difficulties for mankind...
Show Notes for November 4, 2011
Hate (?) mail Friday. Matt will read
Caller Bob from New York says he sees a link between evolutionist and promoters of the pro-abortion agenda. Matt let Bob cite his web page: http://www.piltdownsuperman.com/
Wacko mail from Devin: who seems to attempt to be somewhat insulting. Matt responds with one of his many repeated invitations to call the show and talk.
Caller Nick from Nampa, ID. Asks: “Have you ever experienced a spiritual dry spell while seeking God’s will for you?”
(Atheist) Caller Jason from Colorado asks: “Why would God let Satan come to the earth?” Matt than exposes how Jason’s moral system is founded upon his own “self defined” standard and without an independent “objective” basis.
Wacko mail regarding “God’s nuclear touch points” (Including an attachment)
Wacko mail: Warning: Do not sing “Blow The Man Down!” Really?
Wacko mail: “God rang my doorbell.”
Wacko mail: “Inquiring Mother” includes protection from “remote viewers” in her communication.
Wacko mail from Cindy: Hosts for Beasts warnings. E-mailer wants Matt to know that “Hosts for Beasts” are in the world molesting and baptizing unsuspecting people while they are sleeping in nursing homes!
Additionally: Hosts for Beasts cause wars, populate crime syndicates, pick up people worldwide and “Make them do things”, plus a variety of other difficulties for mankind...
Friday, November 11, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Wednesday, November 09, 2011
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Monday, November 07, 2011
Friday, November 04, 2011
Thursday, November 03, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_25
Faith and Reason 10_25
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Show Notes
October 25, 2011
16 Anniversary of CARM!
Matt shares some of the history of how CARM came to be.
Caller Abraham from Caldwell, Idaho: I have talked to some people who think homosexuality is ok. Can you show me some Bible verses that talk about that?
Matt laments over some of the idiocy being taught from some popular pulpits.
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Show Notes
October 25, 2011
16 Anniversary of CARM!
Matt shares some of the history of how CARM came to be.
Caller Abraham from Caldwell, Idaho: I have talked to some people who think homosexuality is ok. Can you show me some Bible verses that talk about that?
Matt laments over some of the idiocy being taught from some popular pulpits.
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_24
Faith and Reason 10_24
Show Notes
October 24, 2011
Caller Matt from Texas explores some of the claims to authority made by the Roman Catholic Church as related to the authority under the Law of the Old Testament times.
Caller Mike from California: “Is there a ‘works righteousness’ theme in the New Testament account of the separation of the sheep from the goats?”
Sam from Kuna, Idaho: Do you see what I see in regard to divisions among believers in regard to Arminianism vs. Calvinism?
Some helpful discussion follows.
Caller J.P. from Georgia is interested in the topic of marriage, divorce, and a couple of mixed faith.
Show Notes
October 24, 2011
Caller Matt from Texas explores some of the claims to authority made by the Roman Catholic Church as related to the authority under the Law of the Old Testament times.
Caller Mike from California: “Is there a ‘works righteousness’ theme in the New Testament account of the separation of the sheep from the goats?”
Sam from Kuna, Idaho: Do you see what I see in regard to divisions among believers in regard to Arminianism vs. Calvinism?
Some helpful discussion follows.
Caller J.P. from Georgia is interested in the topic of marriage, divorce, and a couple of mixed faith.
Tuesday, November 01, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_21
Faith and Reason 10_21
Show Notes
Friday October 21, 2011
Caller John from Boise, Idaho calls to confirm that today was another failed prediction of the Lords return by Harold Camping.
Hate (?) mail from a follower of Wicca: An example of a rather disjointed example of “Wicca-think” follows.
Hate (?) mail from Etoro who strongly disagrees with Matt’s Trinitarian views. Etoro offers some of his own cultivated assertions in this regard.
An e-mailer criticizes some CARM website information regarding Creation.
A “Love” mail offers blessings to CARM.
E-mailer Susan writes to express gratitude for the ministry of CARM.
Caller Paul: Can you explain the details regarding spiritual death as well as physical death?
Further, creationism vs. evolution: can both be right as in “theistic evolution?” (That is, God using evolution to bring the world to its current form and content?)
Caller Stephen from Idaho City, Idaho: First, “Thank you for you appearing on the Chris Kelly Show.”
Additionally, did Jephthah really kill his daughter?
Caller Kit from Arizona: I have a question about Isaiah 14:12 (the fall of Lucifer)
Caller Sean from Boise, Idaho asks: “How were the believers under the Law in the Old Testament times saved?”
Caller Fred from Boise, Idaho asks: “What is the “refining period” that Roman Catholics talk about, as in purgatory?”
Wacko-mail regarding the future of the Solar System. An apparent view of Universalists / Unitarians.
Boise, Idaho calls to confirm that today was another failed prediction of the Lords return by Harold Camping.
Hate (?) mail from a follower of Wicca: An example of a rather disjointed example of “Wicca-think” follows.
Hate (?) mail from Etoro who strongly disagrees with Matt’s Trinitarian views. Etoro offers some of his own cultivated assertions in this regard.
Show Notes
Friday October 21, 2011
Caller John from Boise, Idaho calls to confirm that today was another failed prediction of the Lords return by Harold Camping.
Hate (?) mail from a follower of Wicca: An example of a rather disjointed example of “Wicca-think” follows.
Hate (?) mail from Etoro who strongly disagrees with Matt’s Trinitarian views. Etoro offers some of his own cultivated assertions in this regard.
An e-mailer criticizes some CARM website information regarding Creation.
A “Love” mail offers blessings to CARM.
E-mailer Susan writes to express gratitude for the ministry of CARM.
Caller Paul: Can you explain the details regarding spiritual death as well as physical death?
Further, creationism vs. evolution: can both be right as in “theistic evolution?” (That is, God using evolution to bring the world to its current form and content?)
Caller Stephen from Idaho City, Idaho: First, “Thank you for you appearing on the Chris Kelly Show.”
Additionally, did Jephthah really kill his daughter?
Caller Kit from Arizona: I have a question about Isaiah 14:12 (the fall of Lucifer)
Caller Sean from Boise, Idaho asks: “How were the believers under the Law in the Old Testament times saved?”
Caller Fred from Boise, Idaho asks: “What is the “refining period” that Roman Catholics talk about, as in purgatory?”
Wacko-mail regarding the future of the Solar System. An apparent view of Universalists / Unitarians.
Boise, Idaho calls to confirm that today was another failed prediction of the Lords return by Harold Camping.
Hate (?) mail from a follower of Wicca: An example of a rather disjointed example of “Wicca-think” follows.
Hate (?) mail from Etoro who strongly disagrees with Matt’s Trinitarian views. Etoro offers some of his own cultivated assertions in this regard.
Monday, October 31, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_20
Faith and Reason 10_20
Show Notes
October 20, 2011
Caller Matt from Washington State: Please read more hate mail on Fridays. Why are Roman Catholics so very obsessed with the Virgin Mary?
Matt Slick reads some startling quotes from Roman Catholic Church materials regarding Mary.
Caller Brandon from Rhode Island asks about clean and unclean foods as mentioned in the Old Testament: Are we to pay attention to that today.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom: Is the present ecumenical movement an attempt to join Protestants with Roman Catholics?
Caller Jonathan from Texas asks: Does 2 John 1:10-11 teach us to not let Mormons or Jehovah’s witnesses into our home, even to witness to them?
Caller Eric from Peru reports many of the Roman Catholics in Peru seem to worship the Virgin Mary.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks about the circumstances surrounding the first sin of Adam and Eve.
Have you ever heard of a guy named Michael Bunker? He seems to advocate living separate from the world, would you?
Caller Melissa from Caldwell, Idaho calls to say “thank you” for Matt’s earlier assistance on the topic of the Trinity. It was so helpful in dealing with a Jehovah’s witness soon after, and for several followup meeting with them afterward.
Show Notes
October 20, 2011
Caller Matt from Washington State: Please read more hate mail on Fridays. Why are Roman Catholics so very obsessed with the Virgin Mary?
Matt Slick reads some startling quotes from Roman Catholic Church materials regarding Mary.
Caller Brandon from Rhode Island asks about clean and unclean foods as mentioned in the Old Testament: Are we to pay attention to that today.
Caller Craig from the United Kingdom: Is the present ecumenical movement an attempt to join Protestants with Roman Catholics?
Caller Jonathan from Texas asks: Does 2 John 1:10-11 teach us to not let Mormons or Jehovah’s witnesses into our home, even to witness to them?
Caller Eric from Peru reports many of the Roman Catholics in Peru seem to worship the Virgin Mary.
Caller Scott from Pennsylvania asks about the circumstances surrounding the first sin of Adam and Eve.
Have you ever heard of a guy named Michael Bunker? He seems to advocate living separate from the world, would you?
Caller Melissa from Caldwell, Idaho calls to say “thank you” for Matt’s earlier assistance on the topic of the Trinity. It was so helpful in dealing with a Jehovah’s witness soon after, and for several followup meeting with them afterward.
Friday, October 28, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_19
Faith and Reason 10_19
Show Notes
October 19, 2011
Caller Eric from Peru, South America (via SKYPE): Have you had “Dry Times” in your walk with God? If so, what do you do?
Caller Alex from Wilmington, California asks: What is your take on Halloween activities?
Also, can you please find some time to talk about the early Church Fathers and the false doctrines they had to deal with?
Caller Lee from Nampa, Idaho: I’m LDS and would like to tell you of a public “Walk for hunger” to supply local food pantries.
Show Notes
October 19, 2011
Caller Eric from Peru, South America (via SKYPE): Have you had “Dry Times” in your walk with God? If so, what do you do?
Caller Alex from Wilmington, California asks: What is your take on Halloween activities?
Also, can you please find some time to talk about the early Church Fathers and the false doctrines they had to deal with?
Caller Lee from Nampa, Idaho: I’m LDS and would like to tell you of a public “Walk for hunger” to supply local food pantries.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_18
Faith and Reason 10_18
Show Notes
October 18, 2011
Matt reports an incident of someone being the target of a petition to be fired from their job over expressing their personal opinion on facebook, which opinion happened to be critical of the homosexual lifestyle.
Matt comments further and references some Scriptures on this topic.
Caller Ryan from California: 1st Timothy chapter 2: Who can hold positions of authority in the Church?
Caller Oscar (via SKYPE) from Uganda, Africa reports that the Ugandan culture (in his opinion) is generally quite hostile toward homosexuality.
Darren from Star, Idaho asks about “judgment” regarding homosexuality in the New Testament book of Romans.
Furthermore, should Christians expect God to provide while still preparing for hard times when practical provisions may become scarce?
Show Notes
October 18, 2011
Matt reports an incident of someone being the target of a petition to be fired from their job over expressing their personal opinion on facebook, which opinion happened to be critical of the homosexual lifestyle.
Matt comments further and references some Scriptures on this topic.
Caller Ryan from California: 1st Timothy chapter 2: Who can hold positions of authority in the Church?
Caller Oscar (via SKYPE) from Uganda, Africa reports that the Ugandan culture (in his opinion) is generally quite hostile toward homosexuality.
Darren from Star, Idaho asks about “judgment” regarding homosexuality in the New Testament book of Romans.
Furthermore, should Christians expect God to provide while still preparing for hard times when practical provisions may become scarce?
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_17
Faith and Reason 10_17
Show Notes
Monday October 17, 2011
Matt reads a few excerpts from a booklet left on his desk regarding: How to remain in God’s love. Then makes some probing observations about the content.
Caller Steven from Kentucky: How do you look at the days of creation?
Caller Craig from the U.K.: Would it be possible for the end times “anti-christ and the beast” to come from the Roman Catholic papacy?
Caller Dan from Boise, ID. points out how Roman Catholics seem to appeal to Romans 4:3-4 to gain merit with God. Matt supplies the context to demonstrate a clearer understanding of this text.
Show Notes
Monday October 17, 2011
Matt reads a few excerpts from a booklet left on his desk regarding: How to remain in God’s love. Then makes some probing observations about the content.
Caller Steven from Kentucky: How do you look at the days of creation?
Caller Craig from the U.K.: Would it be possible for the end times “anti-christ and the beast” to come from the Roman Catholic papacy?
Caller Dan from Boise, ID. points out how Roman Catholics seem to appeal to Romans 4:3-4 to gain merit with God. Matt supplies the context to demonstrate a clearer understanding of this text.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Matt Slick as Guest on Radio Show
Guest Host Jeff Anderson With Women In Leadership In The Church
Matt Slick The Influence Final
Requests for Matt to put up podcast when he was a quest on another show. They had Matt back a second time to finish for fifteen minutes, in the second link.
Matt Slick The Influence Final
Requests for Matt to put up podcast when he was a quest on another show. They had Matt back a second time to finish for fifteen minutes, in the second link.
Friday, October 21, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_13
Faith and Reason 10_13
Show Notes
October 13, 2011
Jay from N.Y. asks: What are we to think of the Apocrypha and verses dealing with reference to the “Virgin Birth” of Jesus.
James from California: Would like to know something more of the variety of Bible versions available. Additionally, Matt gives some caution regarding marriage to someone of another faith.
Alex from Kansas City, MO discusses some of the silliness of those he has encountered from the International House of Prayer (IHOP) group in his area.
Alex from Caldwell, ID commented on Matt being interviewed as a guest on another radio program where he appeared to discuss his novel: The Influence.
Jessica from N.Y. would like to know: Why does the Lord seem so very harsh in the Old Testament?
Show Notes
October 13, 2011
Jay from N.Y. asks: What are we to think of the Apocrypha and verses dealing with reference to the “Virgin Birth” of Jesus.
James from California: Would like to know something more of the variety of Bible versions available. Additionally, Matt gives some caution regarding marriage to someone of another faith.
Alex from Kansas City, MO discusses some of the silliness of those he has encountered from the International House of Prayer (IHOP) group in his area.
Alex from Caldwell, ID commented on Matt being interviewed as a guest on another radio program where he appeared to discuss his novel: The Influence.
Jessica from N.Y. would like to know: Why does the Lord seem so very harsh in the Old Testament?
Thursday, October 20, 2011
CARM: Radio 10_12
Faith and Reason 10_12
Show Notes
October 12, 2011
Matt comments on “Open Theology” http://carm.org/dictionary-open-theism and some of the problems associated with that view.
Gregg from Missouri asks about church incorporation and tax status.
J.P. from Georgia asks how we might look at marriage from the religious perspective as compared to the civil view.
Additionally, some chat regarding millennialism, tribulation, and the mark of the beast.
Laura from Star, ID asks about the origins of sins and freewill? Furthermore, some very interesting chat regarding Biblical covenant signs.
Show Notes
October 12, 2011
Matt comments on “Open Theology” http://carm.org/dictionary-open-theism and some of the problems associated with that view.
Gregg from Missouri asks about church incorporation and tax status.
J.P. from Georgia asks how we might look at marriage from the religious perspective as compared to the civil view.
Additionally, some chat regarding millennialism, tribulation, and the mark of the beast.
Laura from Star, ID asks about the origins of sins and freewill? Furthermore, some very interesting chat regarding Biblical covenant signs.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Monday, October 17, 2011
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.
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