Probe Ministries Radio Podcast
175 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsProbe Ministries is a Christian worldview and apologetics ministry that helps people think biblically about a large range of topics from bioethics to public policy to history to sexuality to cults to origins and beyond. The entire week of our 3-minute daily radio programs are combined into a single podcast episode for your enjoyment.
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Episodes
Mind Games Camp
April 22, 2024 02:30 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBAn overview of Probe's week-long summer college prep camp that helps students develop confidence that Christianity is true. 2024 camp is June 16-22 in Denton, Texas.
Transhumanism and Artificial Intelligence
April 15, 2024 13:36 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBKerby Anderson provides an overview of transhumanism and AI, considering its impact on us and our families.
The Self-Understanding of Jesus
April 07, 2024 21:22 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn examines some sayings and deeds of Jesus, accepted by many critical scholars as historically authentic, to see what they imply about Jesus’ self-understanding.
The Scandal of Blood Atonement: "Why All the Blood and Cross-Talk, Christian?"
April 01, 2024 02:09 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBThe story of Jesus’ death and resurrection raises accusations that Christianity is obsessed with blood. Many believers struggle with this too. Byron Barlowe explores the biblical reasons for the focus on Christ’s blood and why its shedding was necessary.
The Answer is the Resurrection
March 25, 2024 13:37 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBSteve Cable shows us that the resurrection is the key apologetic for those seeking to evangelize. As we share our faith, understanding the evidence for the resurrection helps prepare us to answer questions raised by a seeker after the truth.
In His H.A.N.D.S. - How We Can Know That Jesus Is God
March 18, 2024 13:41 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBDon Closson explains the five lines of evidence that Jesus is God from the book Putting Jesus in His Place. Transcript: https://probe.org/in-his-h-a-n-d-s-how-we-can-know-that-jesus-is-god/
Loneliness and the Lockdown
March 04, 2024 01:25 - 13 minutes - 12 MBKerby Anderson looks at the isolation and longing for human contact that has become endemic even before the pandemic.
Return of the God Hypothesis for Regular People
February 27, 2024 15:38 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBDr. Ray Bohlin provides an overview of 'Return of the God Hypothesis,' looking at how recent scientific discoveries provide evidence for an intelligent creator.
Gospel Truth or Fictitious Gossip?
February 19, 2024 02:38 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn provides good reasons to believe that the stories about Jesus were reliably preserved by his followers before being recorded in the Gospels.
Biblical Archaeology
February 04, 2024 19:15 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBKerby Anderson provides an update on recent archaeological finds that corroborate the historicity of the Bible.
The Biology of Human Uniqueness
January 21, 2024 23:25 - 13 minutes - 12 MBDr. Ray Bohlin demonstrates unique biological attributes that set humans apart because we are made in the image of God.
The Glory of Grace
January 15, 2024 01:59 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBSue Bohlin explores God's marvelous grace as the unending flow of His power, presence and favor in our lives.
Prophecies of the Messiah
January 01, 2024 15:32 - 13 minutes - 12 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn examines biblical prophecies about a coming Messiah that were accurately fulfilled in the life, ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus.
Truth You Can Sing About - Part 1
December 25, 2023 12:38 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBThe theology of Christmas carols is truth we can sing about. Accompanied by new music written for us, Steve Davis covers the theology of Hark the Herald Angels Sing, O Come O Come Emmanuel, What Child is This, Joy to the World, and Il Est Né Le Divin Enfant.
The Star of Bethlehem
December 04, 2023 01:54 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBDr. Ray Bohlin looks at the familiar story of the star of Bethlehem and provides several possible ways that God created this sign announcing the birth of the Christ. From a Christian worldview perspective, we know a bright light in the sky was able to lead the magi to the Christ child. Dr. Bohlin considers several ways God may have chosen to announce the coming of the Christ.
God Space: Where Spiritual Conversations Happen Naturally
November 26, 2023 14:09 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn offers an introduction and overview of Doug Pollock’s book by the same title. Those who want to learn more about how to have natural and effective spiritual conversations are encouraged to read (and apply) Pollock’s book for themselves.
Will Everyone Be Saved? A Look at Universalism
November 13, 2023 02:48 - 13 minutes - 12 MBRick Wade covers some of the pros and cons in the universalism controversy. Bottom line? No.
The Rise of the Nones – Reaching the Lost in Today’s America
November 05, 2023 23:04 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBSteve Cable addresses James White's book 'The Rise of the Nones' in view of Probe's research about the church.
Smuggling Theology into 'Out of the Silent Planet'
October 30, 2023 03:21 - 13 minutes - 12 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn provides an overview of how C.S. Lewis wove theology into his 'Out of the Silent Planet,' the first book of his space trilogy,
The Professor: Why Are You a Christian?
October 22, 2023 19:37 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBDr. Ray Bohlin roleplays a hostile, atheistic professor with Christian students who are usually unable to answer the question, Why are you a Christian?
Why Study Church History?
October 16, 2023 02:34 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBJames Detrich provides five reasons to study church history and allow our knowledge to build our confidence in our faith. (Read by Kerby Anderson)
Kingdom Singleness
October 09, 2023 12:40 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBRenea McKenzie takes a look at two books providing thoughtful responses to being Christian and single.
Is Jesus the Only Way? - Part 2
September 24, 2023 00:40 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBPaul Rutherford explains how reason, Christ's resurrection, and the Bible all testify that Jesus is the only way to heaven.
Is Jesus the Only Way? - Part 1
September 18, 2023 01:46 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBPaul Rutherford explains why Jesus is the only way to know God.
Bible Literacy Quiz
September 04, 2023 20:18 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBSue Bohlin's 104-question quiz (with answers included!) covering the basics of what it takes to be biblically literate. This is not a Bible-trivia quiz, but rather covers the major factors that compose the foundations of Christian belief.
The Liberal Mind
August 27, 2023 20:12 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBKerby Anderson tries to understand the liberal mind from a biblical perspective. What are the assumptions the liberals make? How do those assumptions square with the Bible?
Ancient Perspectives on Happiness
August 20, 2023 21:58 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBAfter examining several pagan views of happiness from the ancient world, Dr. Michael Gleghorn argues for the Christian philosopher Augustine's view.
Your Work Matters to God
August 14, 2023 00:26 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBSue Bohlin examines the question, Is work a curse or a blessing? Many people's view of work is less than what God says it is: His gift to us.
Cohabitation and Living Together
August 07, 2023 01:29 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBKerby Anderson explains how cohabitation (living together outside of marriage) not only violates biblical commands about premarital sex, but it also puts the couple and their future marriage at risk.
The Value of Christian Doctrine and Apologetics
July 31, 2023 01:40 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn makes a case for why Christian doctrine and apologetics are important for spiritual growth and maturity.
Heresy: Nothing New Under the Sun
July 24, 2023 13:01 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBKerby Anderson provides an overview of some ancient Christian heresies that are still being embraced today: legalism, gnosticism, mysticism, and marcionism.
The Value of Suffering
July 16, 2023 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBSue Bohlin tackles the thorny problem of suffering in the Christian life, emphasizing its value in fostering dependence on God and producing maturity.
How to Kill Sin: John Owen's 'The Mortification of Sin'
July 09, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 9.86 MBPaul Rutherford provides an overview of the Puritan John Owen's classic book 'The Mortification of Sin.'
George Washington and Religion
July 08, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 12.6 MBKerby Anderson demonstrates that contrary to what many believe, George Washington was a Christian, not a deist.
Living with an Eternal Perspective
June 26, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 9.93 MBSue Bohlin considers several ways to develop a way of seeing our earthly life as part of the much bigger picture that extends into eternity.
Did Adam Really Exist?
June 19, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 10.9 MBWere Adam and Eve really the first pair of humans? Rick Wade responds to theistic evolution and OT scholar Peter Enns' belief the human race did not begin with Adam.
The Great Reset
June 12, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBThe Great Reset means different things to different people. Kerby Anderson provides an overview and a biblical perspective.
Climate Change
June 04, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MBDr. Ray Bohlin looks at the science behind climate change alarmism and encourages you to be skeptical of what you hear from much of the media.
Socialism and Society
May 22, 2023 13:21 - 13 minutes - 11.7 MBKerby Anderson provides an overview of the popularity of socialistic ideas in America from a biblical perspective.
The All-Present God
May 14, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 10.6 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn takes us deeper into an understanding of why the doctrine of God's omnipresence is comforting and important.
Poverty and Wealth
May 06, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MBDon Closson examines the arguments in Ronald Nash's book 'Poverty and Wealth: Why Socialism Doesn't Work' and concludes that capitalism is compatible with biblical ethics.
Gen-Z: The Generation That Ends Christian Influence in America?
May 04, 2023 13:21 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBIn order to grow the number of Gen-Z Christians, we need an understanding of ways to build bridges from their pluralistic, secular worldview to seriously contemplating the unique grace of God. Steve Cable draws upon the wisdom of two pastors who are making a real difference in the lives of young adults to address this important topic.
Margin: Space Between Ourselves and Our Limits
April 16, 2023 05:21 - 13 minutes - 6.51 MBMargin is 'The space that once existed between ourselves and our limits.' When we reach the limits of our resources and abilities, we are out of margin. Former Probe staffer Lou Whitworth reviews a very important book by Dr. Richard Swenson, Margin: How to Create the Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Time Reserves You Need.
How Reason Can Lead to God – Part 2
April 09, 2023 05:21 - 13 minutes - 6.23 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn continues to make a compelling case for how reason can lead us, step by step, to the logical conclusion of God's existence.
How Reason Can Lead to God – Part 1
April 01, 2023 05:21 - 13 minutes - 6.24 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn makes a compelling case for how reason can lead us, step by step, to the logical conclusion of God's existence.
The Causes of War
March 25, 2023 05:21 - 13 minutes - 6.81 MBMeic Pearse's book 'The Gods of War' gives great insight into the charge that religion is the cause of most war. History shows this is not true: the cause of most war is the sinful human heart, even when religion is invoked as a reason.
The Old Testament and Other Ancient Religious Literature
March 19, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 6.44 MBDo similarities in the Old Testament with other ancient Near Eastern literature prove that it is all the same kind of thing? Rick Wade shows why it's not.
Friendship with Jesus
March 12, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 6.06 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn draws on a work by Dr. Gail R. O'Day, 'Jesus as Friend in the Gospel of John,' to explore the perspective of Jesus Christ as a Friend.
Confessions of a Missionary Addicted to Porn
March 06, 2023 05:21 - 12 minutes - 6.28 MBPaul Rutherford explains the lies he believed and tow which he was in bondage about pornography, until Jesus helped him achieve sexual sobriety.
Body and Soul in the New Testament
January 15, 2023 05:21 - 13 minutes - 6.35 MBDr. Michael Gleghorn draws on the book 'Body, Soul and Life Everlasting' to provide an overview of what the NT teaches about the body-soul connection.