I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Have you ever heard a pastor say, "I just want to preach the Gospel," or "Christians shouldn't get involved in politics"? It sounds spiritual, but is staying out of politics really the biblical thing to do?

With the midterm elections approaching, Frank draws from 'The War on Reality', his new book co-written with Phoenix Hayes, to challenge the idea that Christians should steer clear of politics. From the pulpit to the ballot box, he unpacks 10 biblical reasons for political engagement and why the consequences of sitting on the sidelines may be greater than you think. Tune in as he answers questions like:

What mic-drop question should you ask someone who says “Christians should stay out of politics!”
What is the purpose of government and how does it compare to the purpose of the Church?
What happens when millions of Christians stay home on Election Day?
Is the Bible really apolitical and did Jesus stay out of politics?
What three institutions did God establish, and why do they matter?
Are Christians trying to impose a theocracy when they vote according to biblical principles?
Can we legislate morality, and whose morality should influence our laws?
Does the Bible promote socialism, and is James Talarico interpreting Scripture correctly?
Is Christianity harmful to society as some people say?

Christians don't need perfect candidates or perfect policies to make a difference at the ballot box. But making an informed decision starts long before Election Day. Be sure to visit VoteYourFaith.net to explore the issues, examine where the candidates stand, and prepare to cast your vote!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Why is "Queer" Behavior Considered Wrong? - https://youtu.be/x2Gx5NqeMxw
The War on Reality - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630
Conversations with the Faiths - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg

What's going on at Baylor University? After exposing the administrative roadblocks that led to the cancellation of a recent college tour event, Frank returns to address some anticipated objections and dig even deeper into his concerns about the university. He'll address questions like:

How do Marxist principles conflict with biblical teachings on justice and impartiality?
How is Baylor violating their own core values on inclusion and diversity?
How do some of Baylor's courses give supposed intellectual justification for violence?
What is the purpose of a Christian university?
What is the worst advice of the past century?
Should academic freedom have limits?
How can Christian schools teach other religions and worldviews without compromising biblical truth?
Why would a Christian school be tempted to compromise on Christian values?
What schools (if any) does Frank recommend?

Will Baylor respond to Frank's concerns or send a representative to join him on the podcast? That remains to be seen. In the meantime, this conversation raises some important questions for every Christian family considering where to pursue higher education.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Baylor, Worse Than Berkeley? Inside Their War on Christianity - https://youtu.be/AooVk7VyVWM
Baylor University Institutional Values - https://bit.ly/4e68x08
Baylor University Human Sexuality FAQs - https://bit.ly/3Uqk1VE
Baylor University Campus Speakers - https://bit.ly/3Wor1mv
Baylor Charters LGBTQ Student Organization - https://bit.ly/4hUVQ9v
The History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy - https://bit.ly/45wxbCG
Conversations with the Faiths - https://bit.ly/3V2CTdg
The War on Reality - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630
Southern Evangelical Seminary- https://ses.edu/frank/

What happens when a university that claims to stand for Christianity makes it nearly impossible to host an event defending the truth of the Christian faith? And could it possibly involve extortion? That's exactly what happened to us earlier this week (for the first time in 20 years of college visits!), and Frank is bringing the receipts!

What started as a frustrating encounter with Baylor's administration has exposed some troubling questions about what's really being taught at this "Christian" university. From administrative roadblocks to unbiblical professors and courses, Frank reveals why there's much more at stake than just a cancelled event. In many ways, Baylor is waging a war on Christianity. You'll learn:

What six obstacles did Baylor's administration put in the way of Frank's visit?
What similar problems did Ratio Christi President Corey Miller encounter with Baylor?
How is Baylor violating its own policies on human sexuality?
What unbiblical courses and degree programs are being offered at Baylor and who is teaching them?
Why is cultural Marxism so destructive to communities?
Why did Baylor recently return a grant of $700,000?
Why did progressive "Christian" Professor Greg Garrett wrongly criticize J.K. Rowling on X?
Why is it sometimes more dangerous to send your kids to a compromised Christian school than a secular university?

While this topic is difficult to address, it's too important to ignore, and Frank is just getting started! Don't miss the next episode as he addresses objections related to academic freedom, reveals how Baylor is violating their own core values on inclusion and diversity, explains what the Bible actually teaches on these issues, and MUCH more.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Baylor University - Expressive Activities - https://bit.ly/4yIxvez
Baylor University - Security Fees - https://bit.ly/3UfIlJS
Baylor University - Statement on Human Sexuality - https://bit.ly/4yI2HKR
J.K. Rowling Real World Examples of Horrific Trans Women Crimes - https://x.com/jk_rowling/status/1774747068944265615
Professor Garrett Criticizes J.K. Rowling - https://x.com/Greg1Garrett/status/1775307079126806960
The War on Reality by Frank Turek and Phoenix Hayes - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630

Riley Gaines Barker trained her entire life to compete at the highest level of women’s swimming. Then one race changed everything. How did 1/100 of a second in the pool turn a competitive swimmer into a national voice in one of today’s biggest cultural battles?

In this much-anticipated episode, Riley joins Frank to tell the story leading up to that moment and how it transformed her life. From competing against biological male "Lia" Thomas to confronting NCAA officials, lawsuits, protests, and even serious threats of violence, Riley shares how she unexpectedly found herself leading the charge on the front lines of truth and reality. You'll learn:

What was it like for Riley to compete against William “Lia” Thomas?
What gave Riley the courage to speak up after initially remaining silent and who did she go to first?
Why does Riley believe her journey into advocacy involved divine intervention?
What career was Riley planning to pursue before starting a podcast and becoming a contributor to TPUSA and FOX News?
What's the current status of Riley's lawsuit against the NCAA?
Why is it essential for Christians to vote in the upcoming midterm elections?
What terrifying event happened to Riley at San Francisco State University in April 2023 and how did university officials respond?
How did Charlie Kirk personally inspire Riley and how did his tragic death impact her?
How has becoming a mother changed her perspective on being a political advocate for unpopular truths?
What advice does Riley have for young people?

Defending women’s sports is about much more than who gets the trophy. Don't miss this remarkable story of faith and courage and please pray for Riley as she continues to boldly speak out on this issue that is highly controversial (but wouldn’t be if more would speak up).

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
The Riley Gaines Show - https://www.youtube.com/@RileyGaines
Follow Riley on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rileygbarker/
Follow Riley on X - https://x.com/Riley_Gaines_
Riley Gaines for FOX News - https://www.foxnews.com/person/g/riley-gaines

Karl Marx and D.L. Moody were two men with radically different visions for humanity. Both witnessed poverty, injustice, and suffering, but their solutions couldn’t have been more different. So, what can these two 19th-century contemporaries teach us about the battle of worldviews we're facing today?

One of our favorite guests, Dr. Erwin Lutzer, joins Frank to explore that question through his new book, Marx and Moody, co-authored with Dr. Gregg Quiggle. From Marx’s troubled home life and calls for revolution to Moody’s work among the poor and passion for the Gospel, their stories reveal just how differently these two men believed society could be changed. Along the way, they’ll tackle questions like:

What was Karl Marx’s personal life like, and how did it compare to the society he envisioned?
What’s the difference between socialism and communism, and why are these ideas still attractive today?
Why are the family, private property, and Christianity at odds with Marxism?
How did Marxist ideas make their way into American culture?
Why didn’t Marxism take over England during Marx’s lifetime?
How did D.L. Moody address poverty and social needs without looking to revolution?
Why did Christian leaders like Moody and Charles Spurgeon speak out against socialism and communism?

Marx looked to revolution. Moody looked to the Gospel. More than a century later, we're still living with the consequences. Listen as Frank and Dr. Lutzer unpack how two competing answers to the problems of the 1800s are still shaping the world we live in today, and grab your copy of Marx and Moody to learn more!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined.org
BOOK: Marx and Moody: Two Contemporaries. Two Gospels. Two Tombstones. One Choice.