Christ, Culture, & Coffee

When it comes to Islam, many do not know that the Quran is not the only source of truth for Muslims. What other Holy books do they revere, and how can we use this books to help point them to the truth? That is what we get into in this episode. For more information on apologetics to Muslims, check out: http://www.answeringmuslims.com To read Hadith, check out: https://sunnah.com Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

How did Islam start and what historical sources exist that inform us as to its origins? In this episode we look into the Muslim sources that explain the life of Muhammad and how the Islamic faith began. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

Do worry and anxiety overwhelm you? Many of us regularly experience worry and anxiety, but what are some practical steps that will help us to deal with these feelings? In this episode we interview Dr. Gary Habermas about doubt and how to deal with it. Dr. Habermas is a leading expert on the Resurrection of Jesus, Dealing with Doubt, and the Shroud of Turin. For more information about Dr. Habermas, and to check out some of his free resources, his website is: http://garyhabermas.com Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

In this episode we answer questions from our listeners. We asked our Christ, Culture, & Coffee Insiders Group on Facebook to voice their biggest doubts with Christianity. We hope that our responses help to answer their questions, but more importantly show you that we can press hard into the truth claims of Christianity. Special thanks to our Insiders group for asking these great questions. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

In this crossover episode, Robby and Tyler join Drew Loewen of the Daniel Generation Podcast, to discuss the importance of apologetics in our generation and how apologetics ha played a huge role in each of our lives. We highly encourage you to check out the Daniel Generation Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daniel-generation/id1458294454

Our doubts are complex things. We need to assess what type of doubt we are experiencing to know how to deal with it. It is also very helpful to assess other people's doubts when you are sharing the Gospel with them. When we can assess what is going on, we can be more specific with our apologetic. We would love for you to join us at the Deep Faith Apologetics Conference on Phoenix, AZ on November 2nd. Check out the website for more details: http://www.deepfaithapologetics.com Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

Recently, there have been some high profile Christians who have expressed doubts they have about Christianity, and one even completely walked away from the Faith. How should we as Christians deal with our doubts? Are doubts bad? In this episode we give some practical advice on handling doubt and we look at what Jesus had to say about it. We would love for you to join us at the Deep Faith Apologetics Conference on Phoenix, AZ on November 2nd. Check out the website for more details: http://www.deepfaithapologetics.com Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

When you want to be effective in your evangelism to cult members, there are a few key things to remember. In this episode, we go over five common traits of cults, and the methods you need to remember in order to be an effective witness for Jesus. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

What is the goal of Scientology? How does a person go about advancing in Scientology and what exactly are the beliefs and practices behind it? That's what this episode is all about. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

Every religion or cult was started by someone. We believe that it is important to investigate the founders of cults in order to understand their character, and whether they are someone worth trusting. In this episode we discuss the life of L. Ron Hubbard, the man responsible for Scientology. This entire month we will be looking in to Scientology, so if you have any questions for us, please reach out to us on social media! Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

Why does God allow evil and suffering into our lives? Is there a purpose in it? If so, what is God accomplishing through allowing suffering into our lives? These are the questions that our Special Guest, Dr. Clay Jones of Talbot Seminary, is going to answer for us. Make sure to check out Dr. Jones books and blogs on his website: clayjones.net Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

David Hume argued that God cannot be all-powerful and all-loving while allowing evil to exist. Is this argument sound? That's what this episode is all about...Can you say "False Dichotomy"? Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

Where did evil come from? Who is responsible for evil and how did it all begin? Those are some of the questions that we will be addressing on this episode! Make sure to follow this series on why God allows evil. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

We want to finish our Pride Month series on how we can practically go about loving our LGBTQ neighbor. What can we do to share the love of Jesus with people that we have some serious disagreements with? In this episode we look to Jesus' ministry model and glean from his example how we can love people well. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

Christianity is all for people being who they truly are on the inside. The question we need to ask is, who are we truly? In this episode we explore transgenderism, seeking to understand the inner turmoil and pain that leads some people to attempt changing their gender. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/ Check out these great resources on Transgenderism: https://www.amazon.com/When-Harry-Became-Sally-Transgender/dp/1594039615/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OJOES4VJ6TSE&keywords=when+harry+became+sally&qid=1561395157&s=gateway&sprefix=when+harry%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-1 https://www.amazon.com/God-Transgender-Debate-Andrew-Walker/dp/1784981788/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1OVGPKR0Z6HUC&keywords=god+and+the+transgender+debate+andrew+walker&qid=1561395190&s=books&sprefix=God+and+the+Tran%2Cstripbooks%2C176&sr=1-2 https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Guide-Culture-Generation-Navigate/dp/1434711013/ref=sr_1_1?crid=12RRD0SHYNMRV&keywords=brett+kunkle&qid=1561395213&s=books&sp

Is God against human pleasure? Why does God say that homosexuality is not a behavior that he wants humanity engaging in? Does God have a reason why? We think He does. In this episode we go over the reasons why homosexuality is not good for human beings. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/ Check out this extensive study done by John's Hopkins University on homosexuality: https://www.thenewatlantis.com/publications/executive-summary-sexuality-and-gender Also, go and buy this book by Sean McDowell and John Stonestreet: https://www.amazon.com/Same-Sex-Marriage-Thoughtful-Approach-Response/dp/080101834X/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2KYT11KA0X6YY&keywords=john+stonestreet+books&qid=1560373836&s=gateway&sprefix=john+stone%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-4

Certain groups (like the Reformation Project) have been proposing that the Bible does not condemn monogamous, loving homosexual relationships. In this episode we look into what the Bible says about homosexuality, and next week we will look into why the Bible says what it does. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

There is a popular argument in our culture that supposedly gives a reason for why homosexuality is morally permissible. This popular argument is the "Born This Way" argument. In this episode we discuss why this argument is not sound and how to articulate why, when in you are engaged in a conversation about it. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/

Our culture perpetuates the idea that if you disagree with or don't accept my opinions, ideas, or lifestyle, then you are a hater and a bigot. Is this a true assessment? Jesus Christ has something to say on this matter. Could it be that in order to truly love someone, disagreement is needed? Is it difficult to love people who you agree with on everything? In this episode we take a look at what it means to love people that you disagree with. Make sure to join our Insiders Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/christculturecoffeeinsiders/ If you would like to ask us a question about apologetics, theology or culture, please contact us at christculturecoffee@gmail.com

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints trusts that Joseph Smith was a true prophet of God. Smith said many things in the name of God, some of which never came true. In this episode we investigate one of the prophecies that Joseph Smith made and look for evidence as to whether it was fulfilled. If you would like to ask us a question about apologetics, theology or culture, please contact us at christculturecoffee@gmail.com