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I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Dr. Frank Turekcrossexamined.org
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What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Israel? (And Why It Matters Now) with Pastor Robert Furrow

Pastors Frank Turek and Robert Furrow delve into biblical prophecies concerning Israel, addressing the debate around whether the Church has replaced Israel or if God still has a distinct plan for the nation. They discuss the miraculous restoration of Israel in 1948 as a fulfillment of prophecy, the meaning of "last days" and Christ's "soon" return, and the importance of a literal interpretation of scripture. The discussion also covers dispensationalism, the promised land, and Paul's arguments in Romans 9-11, affirming Israel's enduring role and future salvation.

Mar 20, 202650 min

Who Was the REAL St. Patrick? PLUS Is Leftism Bad for Your Mental Health?

Is St. Patrick's Day all about drinking green beer in a pub? And why are people on the political left typically more anxious and depressed than people on the political right? What do the studies say? Today, Frank dives into the not-so-famous history of St. Patrick's Day and unpacks a WORLD article written by Thaddeus Williams, 'Why Leftism is Bad for Mental Health: An Ideology That Politicizes Real Trauma Leads to Minds Immersed in Fear'. Tune in as he answers questions like: Why do studies reve...

Mar 17, 202658 min

5 Inspiring Stories of Christian Courage with John Stonestreet

Why are we so miserable? We have everything we need in America, but anxiety, depression, and "identity confusion" are at an all-time high. Do we have everything to live with but nothing to live for? What's going on and what is the solution to all this? John Stonestreet, President of Colson Center, joins Frank to talk about the mission behind 'Truth Rising'--a documentary and small group study designed to catapult Christians out of complacency and into their God-given purpose. You’ll hear incredi...

Mar 13, 202649 min

What No One Ever Told You About the History of Iran with Bill Federer - Part 2

What's next for Iran and is this current war a sign of the end times? For nearly five decades, millions of Iranians have lived under the harsh realities of militant Sharia law, while many in the West still misunderstand or even enable the system behind it. In this follow-up episode, historian Bill Federer returns to unpack how the 1979 Iranian revolution transformed Persia and why the consequences still ripple across the Middle East and beyond. Tune in as Frank and Bill tackle questions like: Wh...

Mar 10, 202659 min

What No One Ever Told You About the History of Iran with Bill Federer

After 47 years, is a regime change in Iran finally on the horizon? Or are we about to repeat history yet again? As tensions rise and the U.S. and Israel work to counter the Ayatollah’s nuclear ambitions, many Americans know the danger but not the backstory. In this episode, Frank sits down with historian Bill Federer to explain the "why" behind the war, trace Iran’s journey from ancient Persia to the Islamic Revolution, and uncover the historical forces that shaped today’s Middle East. Tune in a...

Mar 06, 202650 min

God's Sovereignty: Mystery or Logical Contradiction? PLUS MORE Q&A

What are the most common questions Frank answers during his college visits and how do we distinguish between a legitimate theological mystery and a true logical contradiction when discussing God's omnipotence, foreknowledge, and moral responsibility with skeptics? In this midweek Q&A episode, Frank tackles the problem of evil and the deeper questions it raises about God’s goodness, justice, and mercy. Find out how free will, moral responsibility, and redemption fit into a MUCH bigger story t...

Mar 03, 20261 hr 4 min

How Does God Use Suffering for Our Good? Personal Life Lessons with Clay and Jean E. Jones

What does a ministry-minded Christian couple do when they experience five miscarriages, numerous disappointments, doubts, unanswered prayer, and incurable cancer? They PRAISE GOD and write a comforting and brilliant new book, 'How Does God Use Suffering for Our Good?', that will help thousands of others who are experiencing pain and suffering. This week, Frank sits down with Dr. Clay Jones and his wife of 50 years, Jean E., to explore the hard realities of suffering and the even harder truth tha...

Feb 27, 202650 min

Is Allah a Zionist? with the Apostate Prophet

Does the Quran actually support Zionism? If not, why does it say that the land we know as Israel was given to Israel by God? In this midweek episode, Frank welcomes back Ridvan Ademir, a.k.a Apostate Prophet, to continue their eye-opening conversation about the Hamas–Israel conflict. Together, they peel back the political headlines and examine the theological and historical roots driving the crisis in Gaza. Together, they tackle questions like: Where do we see Israel mentioned in the Quran and w...

Feb 24, 202643 min

What No One Ever Told You About the Hamas-Israel Conflict with Apostate Prophet

What can Christians learn from a former Muslim who now follows Christ? And how can Christians speak truthfully and lovingly with Muslims about Jesus? This week, Frank welcomes back Ridvan Aydemir, also known as the Apostate Prophet, to share more about his journey from Islam to atheism and ultimately to faith in Christ. Together, they tackle the Israel–Hamas conflict, the ideology behind Hamas, and why understanding Islamic theology is essential for effective evangelism. In this episode, Frank a...

Feb 20, 202649 min

Are Miracles Illogical? PLUS More Q&A

Can a logical person REALLY believe in miracles? Frank responds to a challenge from our skeptic friend, Mike, while tackling the big question: Do miracles contradict science and the laws of logic? From science and history to philosophy and faith, we'll explore what God's nature reveals about the probability of divine intervention. Tune in as Frank answers questions like: Is it reasonable to believe in macroevolution? What is the acronym L.I.F.E.? Who else besides Christians question the theory o...

Feb 17, 20261 hr

Top 10 Ways Reality Supports the Christian Worldview + Proof of a Propaganda War

How do you make the case for Christianity? It seems that the burden of proof always falls on Christians, but there are certain aspects of reality that need to be explained regardless of your worldview (even atheism!). The question remains, which worldview fits the story of reality better than the others? In this evergreen podcast episode, Frank breaks down 10 aspects of reality that support the Christian worldview by answering questions like: What is the cosmological argument? How is the univers...

Feb 13, 202649 min

Does LOVE Make a Family? Dismantling the #1 Lie of Modern Parenting with Katy Faust

It's been over a decade since the 2015 Obergefell ruling that mandated same-sex marriage on every state and the stats are in. Has redefining marriage strengthened families, or has it quietly harmed the most vulnerable among us? Frank sits down with Katy Faust, founder and president of Them Before Us, to confront the real-world consequences of so-called “gay marriage,” and introduce the brand-new 'Greater Than' movement—a bold effort to return to the natural law and biblical definition of marriag...

Feb 10, 202653 min

Are We Tampering with the Doctrine of Hell? with Kirk Cameron

As Christians, we all believe that Hell is real. But what is the exact nature of God's eternal punishment? Is Hell eternal conscious torment, or will it ultimately come to an end? This week, Kirk Cameron joins Frank to unpack the controversy that led him to host, 'Hellgate: The Christian Debate We're Afraid to Have', a roundtable discussion featuring biblical scholars Paul Copan, Chris Date, Gavin Ortlund, and Dan Paterson, examining what Scripture actually teaches about eternal punishment, cond...

Feb 06, 202650 min

How to Be Human (In an AI World) with Abdu Murray

We hear that technology will set us free and that identity is whatever we choose. What we’re not being told is how these promises unravel reality itself, leaving us restless and confused in a world where we can no longer tell what is true. Embrace the Truth president Abdu Murray returns to the program to continue the discussion about his brand-new book, 'Fake ID', and share practical tips for how we can navigate today's two cultural tsanamis of artificial intelligence and identity ideology. Toge...

Feb 03, 202644 min

Fake ID: How AI and Identity Ideology Are Collapsing Reality with Abdu Murray

What does it mean to be human? And what if artificial intelligence isn’t just changing technology, but undermining our view of reality? Author, apologist, and founder of Embrace the Truth, Abdu Murray, joins Frank to introduce his brilliant new book, 'Fake ID: How AI and Identity Ideology Are Collapsing Reality--and What To Do About It', that confronts the growing confusion around AI, identity ideology, and truth. In this episode, you’ll hear answers to questions like: How is Abdu processing the...

Jan 30, 202650 min

CANCEL Megyn Kelly? Claiming Bible Verses? PLUS More Q&A

Should Frank ‘cancel’ Megyn Kelly because they disagree on some issues? The previous podcast episode with Megyn sparked a wave of critical comments from listeners, and this week Frank addresses their concerns head-on. Next, he answers a series of listener questions related to biblical interpretation, legitimate reasons to divorce, qualifications for church elders, evidence for the origin of the universe, and other questions like: Why did Frank invite Megyn Kelly on the show? What is the genetic ...

Jan 27, 202658 min

What the Mainstream Media Doesn't Tell You About Immigration Law with Megyn Kelly

Why is the biblical (and common sense) purpose of the government to punish wrongdoers being reversed in Minnesota? Federal agents are being blocked from arresting criminals, local officials are shielding criminals from accountability while sweeping massive amounts of fraud under the rug, and anti-ICE agitators are disrupting worship services without any local police response? Who is in the right, legally? Political journalist Megyn Kelly joins the program to expose the legal reality behind the r...

Jan 23, 202649 min

The 'Impossible Conversation' Continues: How Can We Save the West? with Dr. Peter Boghossian

Buckle up friends, because it's going to be a wild and crazy ride! Frank and Peter Boghossian pick up right where they left off from the previous episode, exploring the destructive ideology that currently dominates our culture, academia, and local schools. We've watched freedoms in the UK and Western Europe slowly fade away. Are we doomed to the same fate here in the U.S.? Tune in for the answer along with other questions like: How did Peter use his creative writing skills to point out the ideol...

Jan 20, 20261 hr 32 min

The 'Impossible Conversation' No One Saw Coming with Dr. Peter Boghossian

How in the world could a Christian and an atheist have a civil conversation about the current political climate in the West? It's easier than you think! As free speech collapses across Europe and ideological enforcement tightens its grip on the U.S., many are asking, are we truly "free" anymore? This week, Frank is joined by philosopher Dr. Peter Boghossian, author of 'A Manual for Creating Atheists', fresh off their surprise appearance together at the chaotic TPUSA event at UC Berkeley. Togethe...

Jan 16, 202650 min

You Have a Decision To Make - Full Speech at #AmFest2025

At 31-years old, Charlie Kirk accomplished more for the Kingdom of God than many people do in their entire lifetime. While his death was a tragedy, there's another tragedy heading our way if we make the wrong decision. What is it? Be sure to tune-in to this bonus midweek episode, where Frank delivers a powerful Gospel message at TPUSA's AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix, AZ. If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BE...

Jan 14, 202619 min

Should Christians "Agree to Disagree" About Homosexuality? with Dr. Robert Gagnon

Are Christian views on marriage and sexuality really “outdated,” or has culture slowly talked us into treating clear biblical teaching as a harmless disagreement? In this midweek podcast episode, Frank and Dr. Robert Gagnon continue their discussion by examining what the Bible actually teaches about homosexuality and why sexual ethics sit at the core of Christian morality. Tune in as they answer questions like: When Jesus showed compassion to tax collectors and sexual sinners was he affirming th...

Jan 13, 20261 hr 1 min

What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Homosexuality? with Dr. Robert Gagnon

Can a biblical case be made to justify the practice of homosexuality? Does science support the narrative that people are "born gay"? And what did Jesus really teach about sexual ethics in light of the Old Testament? In this powerful episode, Frank is joined by Dr. Robert Gagnon, arguably the world’s leading scholarly authority on the topic, to tackle one of the most divisive moral issues of our time. Drawing from Dr. Gagnon’s landmark book, 'The Bible and Homosexual Practice', widely regarded as...

Jan 09, 202650 min

Why I Left Islam and Became a Christian - Apostate Prophet Shares His Powerful Testimony (Part 2)

Ex-muslim turned Christian, Ridvan Aydemir aka “Apostate Prophet”, returns to the program to continue his conversation with Frank about theological problems with Islam and his recent conversion from atheism to Christianity. Together they answer questions like: What role did David Wood play in his conversion from atheism to Christianity? As an ex-Muslim, how did visiting Jerusalem change his point of view on Judaism? Why is the resurrection of Jesus essential to the truth of Christianity? Do we n...

Jan 06, 20261 hr 16 min

Why I Left Islam and Became a Christian - Apostate Prophet Shares His Powerful Testimony

What makes a devout Muslim from Turkey walk away from Islam in the face of extreme hostility? This week, Frank sits down with Ridvan Aydemir (better known online as the Apostate Prophet) whose stunning journey took him from Islam, to atheism, to Christianity. AP opens up about escaping the grip of Islamic doctrine, confronting the violence embedded in its worldview, and discovering the evidence that finally led him to Christ. You’ll also hear how an unlikely friendship with Christian apologist D...

Jan 02, 202650 min

Top 10 Reasons Why Borders are Biblical - Part 2

Do you have locks on your doors? What about a fence so your kids can play safely in the yard? The truth is, everyone believes in secure borders and as long as human nature is bent towards evil, borders will be necessary. This week, Frank picks up where he left off from the last episode as he explains what the Bible really says about immigration, borders, and deportations while answering questions like: What are the important distinctions between legal and illegal immigration? How does stopping i...

Dec 30, 202545 min

Top 10 Reasons Why Borders are Biblical

Immigration is one of the most emotionally charged issues of our time, but what does the Bible really say about borders and deportations? Are borders unbiblical, or do they play a necessary role in human flourishing? And can governments enforce laws without violating Jesus’ teachings? In this episode, Frank goes straight to Scripture to discuss one of today’s most heated cultural debates, exposing how key Bible passages are often taken out of context to support mass immigration narratives that t...

Dec 26, 202550 min

Behind the Scenes at #AmFest2025 PLUS Fascinating Christmas Traditions with Bill Federer

Merry Christmas everyone! In this very special episode of ‘I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist’, Frank shares his personal thoughts and experiences from his time at America Fest 2025 last weekend, including who he met for the first time, what’s coming next for TPUSA, and what new guests you might be seeing on the podcast soon! Then, we share a “blast from the past” fan-favorite episode with the great Bill Federer, where he talks about the TRUE history of our Christmas traditions and debun...

Dec 23, 20251 hr 3 min

Can We Trust Law Enforcement? with J. Warner Wallace

What happens to a society when trust in law enforcement collapses? Can a culture survive when those sworn to protect it are constantly vilified? In the aftermath of George Floyd’s death and the tragic murder of Charlie Kirk, skepticism and cynicism toward law enforcement has surged, reshaping public trust and public safety. Former cold-case homicide detective, J. Warner Wallace, joins Frank to examine how we arrived at this moment and what’s at stake if the trend continues. Together, Frank and J...

Dec 19, 202550 min

Why Are Christian Institutions Trading Truth for a Leftist Agenda? with Megan Basham

How are once-trusted, conservative Christian institutions like World Relief, Biola University, and Baylor drifting into wokism? This week, Daily Wire journalist, Megan Basham joins Frank to discuss new stories that have come to light since the publication of her bestselling book, 'Shepherds for Sale', and uncovers the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways Christian institutions are being infiltrated by secular ideology. Together, Frank and Megan tackle questions like: What “dirty little secret” do mos...

Dec 16, 20251 hr 2 min

Why Are Christian Institutions Trading Truth for a Leftist Agenda? with Megan Basham

How are once-trusted, conservative Christian institutions like World Relief, Biola University, and Baylor drifting into wokism? This week, Daily Wire journalist, Megan Basham joins Frank to discuss new stories that have come to light since the publication of her bestselling book, 'Shepherds for Sale', and uncovers the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways Christian institutions are being infiltrated by secular ideology. Together, Frank and Megan tackle questions like: What “dirty little secret” do mos...

Dec 16, 20251 hr 2 min
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