Apologetics Simplified
145 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 36 ratingsa podcast for regular people with real questions about the Christian faith
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Simplified: The Ontological Argument
February 11, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 42.1 MBIn this episode Andrew and Leah begin a series called "Simplified." Simplified episodes will be posted approximately monthly breaking down the classic apologetics arguments. This episode deals with the Ontological Arguments. With wit and humor, Leah and Andrew explain the history of the Ontological Arguments and break down the Modal Ontological Argument. They talk about the potential existence of unicorns and what a maximally great pizza would be like. Lastly, two creative presentations of t...
When Things Aren't Okay
February 04, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode Andrew and Leah theological reflect on the Lego Movie 2. They talk about two themes from the movie reflecting on when life isn't okay and the power of play in relationships. They discuss inspiring stories of faith and endurance in the midst of the suffering of life and they share personal family stories from their childhood. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores...
Disagreeing Peacefully in Politics and the Church
January 28, 2020 19:38 - 43 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode Andrew and Leah share stories of people who maintained friendships - and even one marriage - despite intense political or religious disagreement. From their stories we learn what it looks like to hold unashamedly opposing convictions and maintain lasting friendships. We look at Jerry Falwell, Sr and Larry Flynt, Mary Matalin and James Carville, and the Clinton's and Bush's. Lastly, we talk about disagreement over LGBTQ+ issues in the United Methodist Church. Support: All pro...
Interview with Dr. David Wheeler: Evangelism, Apologetics, and Legacy
January 21, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutes - 48.7 MBIn this episode we interview Dr. David Wheeler who is a professor of Evangelism at Liberty University. Dr. Wheeler shares the importance of both evangelism and apologetics in the Christian life. In addition, Dr. Wheeler explains the connection between evangelism and apologetics and how a Christian can live into both of these. Lastly, we talk about the legacy of the late Dr. Carl Barrington who was a caring pastor, an engaging high school Bible teacher, and a dear friend who has inspired many...
Interview with Kaitlyn Schiess: Exploring Political Theology
January 14, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode, Leah & Andrew interview Kaitlyn Schiess. Kaitlyn is a Master of Theology student from Dallas Theological Seminary and has a book entitled The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of Our Neighbor coming out later in 2020. Kaitlyn previews this upcoming book and explains why political involvement is important for Christians. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teesp...
Theological Reflection on the Rise of Skywalker
January 07, 2020 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode, Leah & Andrew reflect on some of theological implications made in the Rise of Skywalker. This episode is full of spoilers. Major characters and moments are compared with Temptations of Jesus ( Matthew 4:1-11) and nature of salvation as discussion in Romans 6. Additionally, get to know the new co-host Andrew Foster with an unplanned, impromptu interview! Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop:...
Interview with Dr. Joe Fantin: The Culture of the New Testament
December 31, 2019 13:34 - 33 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode I interview Dr. Joe Fantin who is a professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary. When I was in Dr. Fantin's class, I had my understanding of the New Testament broadened through a better understanding of the setting in which the New Testament books were written. We talk about first century slavery, adoption, and family relations. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: ht...
Jesus, Horus, and the Incarnation
December 24, 2019 18:06 - 19 minutes - 16.2 MBThis episodes explored the supposed connection or parallel between the birth story of Jesus and that of the Egyptian deity Horus. Additionally, we explore why the Incarnation of God in human flesh really matters. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/apologetics-simplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.faceb...
Interview with Dr. Gordon Johnston: Old Testament Issues
December 17, 2019 14:18 - 34 minutes - 27.8 MBIn this episode I interview Dr. Gordon Johnston who is a professor of Old Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary. When I was in Dr. Johnston's Hebrew class, I became fascinated with his enthusiasm about the reality of camels during the time of the patriarchs. We also talk about the Old Testament law concerning foreign women and generally about archeological evidence for biblical events. Trigger Warning: there is broad, non-detailed discussion of rape, forced marriage, and suicide ...
Having Theological Conversations from Frozen 2
December 10, 2019 13:57 - 29 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode we explore how parents can talk to their kids about Frozen 2. Even if you don’t have kids, this is a fun episode about how to reflect theologically about Frozen 2 and to have faith-based conversations about the movie. Biblically, we also talk about Jesus’ “Next Right Thing” moment from Luke 22:42-44. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/apologetics-simplified ...
Being The Rock in Their Shoe
December 03, 2019 18:26 - 30 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode I talk more about how to do apologetics. If you want to be more engaged in evangelism and apologetics, this episode is for you. This episode is also a review and summary of an Apologetics panel discussion which I attended at Dallas Theological Seminary. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/apologetics-simplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www...
Sermon: Fight or Flight - Following God's Call
November 19, 2019 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this episode I share a sermon I preached at my church earlier this year leading up to All Saints Day. I compare the story of Jonah the prophet to the story of Jarena Lee, the first female African American Methodist preacher. At the end of the episode, I also encourage you to take the time to enjoy the time you get with the saints or beloved family members in your life as you head into Thanksgiving. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologe...
Intergenerational Engagement
November 12, 2019 09:00 - 28 minutes - 27.8 MBIn this episode I talk about doing ministry intergenerationally. There's so much wisdom and faith experience to be learned from the generations older than us and from the generations younger than us. By partnering together, we can better grow spiritually. I give tips on how to engage with younger generations not just in spiritual growth, but also in in evangelism and apologetics. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespr...
Interview with MaryJo Sharp: Apologetics in Story
November 05, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode I interview MaryJo Sharp about her new book Why I Still Believe. We talk about using our own personal wrestlings and faith struggles as an apologetic for God as she has done in her book. We also discuss the church, human nature, the Lord of the Rings, and The Good Place TV show, and Professor Snape! Tune in for a fun, nerdy conversation with MaryJo and learn how to smell like Christ. Buy MaryJo’s book: https://confidentchristianity.com/why-i-still-believe-book/ Support: All...
Experiencing God in Nature
October 22, 2019 08:00 - 37 minutes - 29.6 MBIn this episode we explore how we experience God in nature. My husband Phill joins me in this exploration. Growing up near the woods and near the beach, he was able to see the beauty and magnitude of God all around him. We discuss how God’s glory is revealed in both beautiful things like the night sky and even in the more awe-inspiring and terrible moments of nature like natural disasters. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplifi...
Connection, Part 3: Interview, Asher's Big Heart Adventure
October 15, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 36 MBThis week I interview three members of the Topham family about their baby's journey with Heterotaxy Syndrome. Little Asher will be facing his first two heart surgeries before his first birthday. The Topham Family have been the church through this journey by their witness of faith and have received the support of the church through their journey with Asher. Listen to the episode, follow Asher's journey, and support here: Asher's Big Heart Adventure: https://www.facebook.com/groups/112686683...
God's Healing Power Through the Church
October 15, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 36 MBThis week I interview three members of the Topham family about their baby's journey with Heterotaxy Syndrome. Little Asher will be facing his first two heart surgeries before his first birthday. The Topham Family have been the church through this journey by their witness of faith and have received the support of the church through their journey with Asher. Listen to the episode, follow Asher's journey, and support here: Asher's Big Heart Adventure: https://www.facebook.com/groups/112686683...
How To Be the Church In a Me-Focused World
October 08, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode I interview my coworkers from the First United Methodist Church of Rockwall, TX. In the panel we talk about what it means to be the people of the church in an individualistic world. They share fabulous insights, important to any Christian, about how to be the church today. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/apologetics-simplified Let’s get social! Follow me ...
Connection, Part 2: Panel Discussion with First United Methodist Church Staff of Rockwall, TX
October 08, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode I interview my coworkers from the First United Methodist Church of Rockwall, TX. In the panel we talk about what it means to be the people of the church in an individualistic world. They share fabulous insights, important to any Christian, about how to be the church today. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/apologetics-simplified Let’s get social! Follow me ...
Naomi & Ariel: A Creative Look at the Problem of Evil
September 24, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 21 MBThis week we are exploring the fictional story of Ariel from the Little Mermaid alongside the biblical story of Naomi from the Book of Ruth. Through this, we will explore the problem of evil. Namely, does God care for the suffering lonely, person? Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/apologetics-simplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologet...
Interview with J Warner Wallace: Apologetics in Children and Youth Ministry
September 17, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32 MBThis week I had the honor of interviewing J Warner Wallace. We talk about how to reach Gen Z and he shares ideas of how to do apologetics in youth ministry and children's ministry in order to create Christian Case Makers. Support: All profits go back into creating the podcast. Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Teespring Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/apologetics-simplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: w...
Interview with the One Accord Ministry Podcast
September 11, 2019 13:27 - 28 minutes - 26.9 MBThis week I interview the folks from the One Accord Ministry Podcast: Gregory Holmes, Calvary Zender, and Tarik Jackson. We discuss their podcast journey, why being in one accord with other believers is important, and how believers should go about being in one accord with each other. Tune into the One Accord Ministry Podcast: https://oneaccordministry.net/ Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.ins...
Interview with Brandon McGuire on "Searching for God" Documentary
September 03, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 24.9 MBThis week I interview Brandon McGuire who is the director of the new apologetic documentary film "Searching for God: Is There Any Reason to Believe in God Today?" We discuss his time in Africa, how it inspired the film, and what viewers can expect from the film. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www....
The Inescapable Image of God, Part 3: Moral Living
August 27, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBThis week finishes a three week series where I do my best to demonstrate that a person is made in the image of God no matter what they do, say, or believe. The image of God in each person is inescapable. In this episode we explore one of the ways we are made in the image of God. This three week series is based on John Wesley's description of how people are made in the image of God in his sermon "The New Birth." This week we look at what he calls the "Moral Image." We'll see how God's moral ...
The Inescapable Image of God, Part 2: Made to Relate
August 20, 2019 08:00 - 20 minutes - 20.9 MBThis week begins a three week series where I do my best to demonstrate that a person is made in the image of God no matter what they do, say, or believe. The image of God in each person is inescapable. In this episode we explore one of the ways we are made in the image of God. This three week series is based on John Wesley's description of how people are made in the image of God in his sermon "The New Birth." This week we look at what he calls the "Political Image," but I will be referring ...
The Inescapable Image of God, Part 1: The Freedom of Will
August 13, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBThis week begins a three week series where I will demonstrate that a person is made in the image of God no matter what they do, say, or believe. The image of God in each person is inescapable. In this episode we explore one of the ways we are made in the image of God. This three week series is based on John Wesley's description of how people are made in the image of God in his sermon "The New Birth." This week we look at what he calls the "Natural Image," but I will be referring to as the "...
Abortion: A Complex and Worthwhile Topic
July 30, 2019 08:00 - 31 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode we look at some of the results of the Abortion Survey, the Planned Parenthood organization, and we see a Christian perspective on abortion. The goal of this episode isn't to simply convince someone of a certain viewpoint, but to encourage both pro-life and pro-choice individuals to think critically about their view and how they live it out. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.inst...
Interview: Music as Evidence for God
July 16, 2019 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.3 MBJoin me and my brother Andrew, recent Liberty University grad, in exploring how much is evidence for the existence of God. We will see that music is incredibly human and is a way we see the image of God in us as people. Shop at Andrew’s woodworking and instrument building business: http://spiritrivermusic.etsy.com http://spiritriverwoodworks.etsy.com Read his thesis at: https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/honors/837/ Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologetics...
Interview with Emma Elle Roberts about Unplanned Pro-Life Film
July 02, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 27.9 MBIn today's episode we interview actress Emma Elle Roberts about the Pro-Life Film Unplanned. This is the first of two episodes about abortion. The film is about Abby Johnson who was a notable Planned Parenthood abortionist who assisted in a sonogram guided abortion and what she saw changed her life forever. Emma Elle portrayed real-life person Marilisa who was instrumental in Abby Johnson's story. Follow Emma Elle on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @emmaelleroberts Support Apologetics ...
Where Did Evil Come From?
June 18, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBThis episode explores the Christian worldview's explanation of the reality of evil. We will see why God allows evil, though He did not create it, and we will explore other major worldviews' answer to the problem of evil. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www.twitter.com/ApoloSimplified For resources...
Shotgun Approach: New Testament Reliability
June 04, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 20.7 MBThis episode broadly explores the reliability of the Gospels, the manuscripts of the New Testament, and how the canon came to be. Resources from this episode: Cold Case Christianity by J. Warner Wallace https://coldcasechristianity.com/writings/four-reasons-the-new-testament-gospels-are-reliable/ https://coldcasechristianity.com/writings/a-thorough-guide-to-the-non-canonical-gospels/ https://coldcasechristianity.com/writings/do-the-non-canonical-gospels-challenge-the-historicity-of-the-...
Arguing Online & Imago Dei
May 21, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 23.7 MBIt's easy to get caught up in online debates. Even Christians choose to engage in heated and sometimes destructive conversations online. This episode discusses why apologetics is a good thing, how we should be defending our faith (or anything else) as Christians, and the intrinsic value of every person. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.faceboo...
Marvel-ous Apologetics
May 07, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 23.7 MBGood and wonderful things aren't just found in the Bible. The sacred can be found amidst the secular! With this in mind, this episode explores the fruits of the Spirit as seen in the relationships and characters of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www.twitter.com/ApoloS...
Questions from Listeners
April 23, 2019 08:00 - 19 minutes - 18.8 MBThis episode tackles three listener submitted questions about the life of Jesus, the death of Jesus, and the balance of human responsibility and the sovereignty of God. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www.twitter.com/ApoloSimplified For resources: www.apologeticssimplified.com/resources
Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? Part 2
April 09, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 23.6 MBThis second episode in this two part series on the resurrection tackles the evidence and objections of Jesus' resurrection using the Minimal Facts approach. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www.twitter.com/ApoloSimplified For resources: www.apologeticssimplified.com/resources
Apologetics For All: Interview with Greg Foster
March 26, 2019 11:37 - 37 minutes - 38.7 MBFor my first interview I talk to someone very special to me. Tune in as we discuss how “normal people” can engage with their faith and engage in apologetics. Follow Greg Foster on Twitter: @AReason4theHope @GregTF_210 Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www.twitter.com/ApoloSimplified For resources:...
Interview! Apologetics for all
March 26, 2019 11:37 - 37 minutes - 38.7 MBFor my first interview I talk to someone very special to me. Tune in as we discuss how “normal people” can engage with their faith and engage in apologetics. Follow Greg Foster on Twitter: @AReason4theHope @GregTF_210 Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www.twitter.com/ApoloSimplified For resources:...
Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? Part 1
March 13, 2019 08:00 - 22 minutes - 21.3 MBThe first episode in this two part series on the resurrection tackles the story of Jesus, particularly His death and resurrection, and discusses why the resurrection is so important. One correction: I incorrectly stated that Lee Strobel was a lawyer. He is not, but Lee Strobel is a journalist who holds a Masters of Studies in Law from Yale Law School. He was an award-winning legal editor of the Chicago Tribune. Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimpl...
Balancing Truth and Love
February 26, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 22.4 MBThis episode explores 1 Peter 3:15-16 by looking at the importance of both truth and love particularly in moments of conflict. This topic is inspired by the 2019 General Conference of the United Methodist Church. Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified Facebook: www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified Twitter: www.twitter.com/ApoloSimplified For resources: www.apologeticssimplified.com/resources
World Religions, Self Care, & Vanilla Coke
February 12, 2019 10:00 - 21 minutes - 20.7 MBToday we'll explore conversations I have had with teens in my job in youth ministry. We'll explore whether a person is bound to the religion they're born into, whether or not all religions lead to the same God, the importance of self care inspired by the life of Jesus, and an assortment of soap boxes and theological asides. Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram: @ApologeticsSimplified Facebook: Apologetics Simplified Twitter: @ApoloSimplified
Three in One
January 29, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 32.2 MBUse the links below to enter the giveaway of J Warner Wallace’s Cold Case Christianity. It’s one of my favorite apologetics book. It’s great for those familiar with and new to apologetics. Giveaway runs January 17-31, 2019. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/BsvUAMMlxn1/ Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/FB-AS-giveaway Click the following link to see the Trinity diagram I find most helpful: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Holy_Trinity_Template.jpg
Does God Exist? Part 2
January 15, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBInterested in learning more about evidence for God from science? Check out www.apologeticssimplified.com/resources for a list of books for further learning! Want to submit a question? Contact me at www.apologeticssimplified.com/contact Let’s connect! www.facebook.com/apologeticssimplified www.instagram.com/apologeticssimplified www.apologeticssimplified.com
Does God Exist? Part 1
January 01, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBThis episode will explore the existence of God from morality by assuming there is no God and then assuming there is a God. In doing so we will discuss topics such as moral relativism, survival of the fittest, kindness, and good and evil in our own culture. Andrew Foster’s etsy shops mentioned in episode: spiritrivermusic.etsy.com spiritriverwoodworks.etsy.com Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram Fa...
A Moment of Advent
December 18, 2018 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThis episode explores the story of the Mary and Joseph. What were their lives really like? We'll also explore the virgin birth and messianic prophecy. A virgin birth is certainly not a normal situation. Could it really be true? We'll also look at some messianic prophecy and see how they are fulfilled in the birth of Jesus. Support Apologetics Simplified on Patreon: www.patreon.com/apologeticssimplified Let’s get social! Follow me on… Instagram Facebook Twitter Apologetics Simplified ...
Welcome to Apologetics Simplified
November 20, 2018 02:53 - 8 minutes - 7.65 MBMeet Leah Chapman as she talks about and defines Apologetics. In this episode you'll get to know who she is, how she got involved in apologetics, and what you can expect from this podcast series. Leah does not see apologetics as an argument to be won, but she seeks to do apologetics in order to touch hearts. apologeticssimplified.com [email protected] Instagram: @apologeticssimplified Apologetics Simplified is a podcast designed for Christians who have questions about their...