I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Today is the day! 'The War on Reality' has officially been released, and Frank and Phoenix are celebrating by turning the spotlight on a question that might ruffle a few feathers: Can Christians fall into the same trap of trying to bend reality to fit what they want to believe?
From health, wealth, and prosperity theology, to manifestation and Christian occultism, they examine popular teachings that sound biblical, but fall apart once you put them back into context. You'll learn:

What is the tragic story of Franz Reichelt and what does it teach us about the limits of our words and personal beliefs?
Does Proverbs 18:21 (and other related Bible verses) teach that our words have power?
What do exegesis and eisegesis have to do with spotting bad theology?
Why is it important to distinguish between psychological and spiritual definitions of manifestation?
What's the difference between biblical prayer and trying to manipulate spiritual outcomes?
What is “Christian occultism,” and could some Christians be practicing it without realizing it?
How did Phoenix work her way out of Word of Faith and deliverance ministry theology?
What questions can you ask someone caught up in Word of Faith or New Thought beliefs?

'The War on Reality' isn’t just about confronting bad ideas in the culture. Sometimes Christians need to take a hard look at the ideas circulating inside the Church, too. Don't forget to grab your copy to explore even more topics related to these important cultural issues!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
The War on Reality by Frank Turek & Phoenix Hayes - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736993630
Skillet’s John and Korey Cooper Break Their Silence About NAR & Church Abuse - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GwayjaKqfQ
Western Philosophy Course with Norman Geisler - https://bit.ly/45wxbCG

We’re told men can have babies, math is racist, abortion is healthcare, castrating children is also healthcare, and disagreement somehow qualifies as hate speech. How did we get here, and what do these seemingly unrelated ideas all have in common?
Phoenix Hayes, co-author of 'The War on Reality', joins Frank to unpack one of their favorite chapters from the book (available for immediate download as soon as you pre-order!), and trace the ideas shaping today’s cultural madness back to the man behind the ideology: Karl Marx. Together, they answer questions like:

Who was Karl Marx, and what was the darkness lurking behind his worldview?
Who was Adam Smith, and how did his view of economics compare to Karl Marx?
How did Marxism move from economics into race, gender, sexuality, and culture?
In cultural Marxism, who qualifies as an “oppressor” or “oppressed,” and who decides?
What do socialists fail to recognize about human nature?
Why is mere disagreement on an issue increasingly treated as hate speech?
Why does cultural Marxism often lead to violence?
How did Charlie Kirk become a casualty of the war on reality?
What shocking and disturbing claim did Tyler Robinson’s attorney make during the pre-trial hearing?
Why do Frank and Phoenix argue that cultural Marxism is ultimately satanic and anti-biblical?

If you’ve struggled to put your finger on what’s driving some of today’s most insane ideas, this is one conversation you’ll want to hear from start to finish. Be sure to pre-order your copy of 'The War on Reality' to dig even deeper, and join Frank and Phoenix again for the next episode as they tackle another chapter from the book (one that some Christians may not like)!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Read Erika Kirk's Profound Foreword - https://thewaronreality.com/#erika
Western Carolina University - Conspiracy Theories - https://youtu.be/rBGZo55CVBk
The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://thewaronreality.com/

George Washington is one of the most recognizable names in American history. But before the presidency, the monuments, and the dollar bill, he was a military leader carrying the weight of a revolution that could easily have failed.

This week, Eric Metaxas joins Frank to discuss his new book, 'Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World', and why understanding Washington means understanding far more than battlefield strategy. Their conversation traces the faith, character, political philosophy, and providential moments that helped shape the American Revolution and the nation that followed. Frank and Eric tackle questions like:

Why is George Washington so central to the story of the American Revolution?
Why is Eric's new book titled ‘Revolution’ and not ‘The American Revolution’?
Why does liberty need to be grounded in God and what Bible verse is on the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia?
What made Washington so deeply respected on and off the battlefield, and how did his character contribute to his success?
How did the concept of a covenant with God shape the early American colonies?
Why was Washington chosen over more experienced military figures like Horatio Gates and Charles Lee?
How did John Quincy Adams influence Abraham Lincoln?
How does the American Revolution compare to the French Revolution, and what warning does Speaker Mike Johnson have for America?
Why are some people trying to rewrite American history?
Why is it so hard to find Eric's book in some secular bookstores, even though it’s a bestseller?

On our 250th anniversary, it's time for America’s story to come to life for a new generation. Be sure to grab a copy of 'Revolution' to dig deeper into the faith, courage, and character behind George Washington and the rest of our Founding Fathers.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Revolution by Eric Metaxas - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1631440888
What No One Ever Told You About the American Revolution - https://youtu.be/wdmzRMw_VBg
Eric’s website - https://ericmetaxas.com/
Expedition to Reality - https://bit.ly/4w07MvM
Western Philosophy Course - https://bit.ly/45wxbCG
The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW! - https://thewaronreality.com/

For centuries, skeptics have argued that parts of the Bible are legend, exaggeration, or history written long after the fact. But what happens when archaeologists start finding the names, places, civilizations, and events recorded in Scripture--do those same skeptics ever change their minds?

This week, author, filmmaker, and scholar, Dinesh D'Souza, joins Frank to reveal what sparked his fascination with biblical archaeology and inspired his new book, 'The Stones Cry Out'. Together, they trace the archaeological evidence through the biblical timeline, from the world of Abraham and ancient Israel to King David, the New Testament, and discoveries involving people who once existed only on the pages of Scripture. During their conversation, Frank and Dinesh investigate questions like:

What first got Dinesh interested in biblical archaeology, and what's so special about Jerusalem?
How is modern archaeology corroborating the Bible, and why are both pastors and archaeologists hesitant to talk about it?
Has archaeology ever uncovered anything that contradicts the Bible?
What are archaeological minimalists, and how did evidence for King David challenge their skeptical theories?
How is it even possible to examine the historicity of Abraham and events that happened 4000+ years ago?
How do Assyrian and Babylonian sources corroborate Scripture?
What's so significant about the "Nomads of Yahweh" inscription, the Merneptah Stele, and the walls of Jericho?
What about the Quran and Buddhist scriptures: have those been verified by any archaeological discoveries?
Why is finding evidence of seemingly minor biblical characters so important?
If the Bible gets history right, how does that impact the way we evaluate its claims about miracles?

In the last segment, Frank and Dinesh turn their attention to Candace Owens:
Is there any evidence for what Candace is saying about the murder of Charlie Kirk?
Why is she persisting with such determination?
What is a very important question that no one seems to be asking?

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
The Stones Cry Out by Dinesh D'Souza - https://a.co/d/0gyvJ3WQ
The War On Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://a.co/d/05LD4AfT
Expedition to Reality - ONLINE COURSE - https://bit.ly/4w07MvM
Western Philosophy with Norman Geisler - ONLINE COURSE - https://bit.ly/45wxbCG

How do you know you’re not being deceived? In today’s upside-down “follow your feelings” world it can be hard to distinguish the truth from a lie. So what’s the best way to prevent you and your loved ones from stumbling into dangerous false teachings?
Joining Frank from CIA 2026 in Charlotte, NC is the women’s all-star team of Christian apologetics–Hillary Morgan Ferrer (Mama Bear Apologetics), Alisa Childers, and Natasha Crain. Together they discuss some of the most popular false beliefs from culture that have seeped into the Church and why it seems that personality and popularity often trump critical thinking skills.
You’ll learn:

How and why did Hillary blaze the trail for women in apologetics?
What is deconstruction and why is it so hard to define?
How has the question shifted from, "Is Christianity true?" to "Is Christianity good?"
What popular (and false) belief among both Christians and non-Christians led to a lot of the problems we see in culture today?
What’s the driving force behind adult kids calling their parents “toxic” for their Christian beliefs?
Doesn’t God want us to be happy? Shouldn’t we be our authentic-selves?
What are the four main tenets of secularism?
How can humor sometimes make hard truths easier to swallow?
How did Jen Hatmaker slowly lead her loyal followers away from biblical Christianity?
Is it possible a person can be right about one thing but wrong about something else?
What’s the inherent problem with following personalities instead of the evidence?

Even if you didn’t learn logic and critical thinking skills in school, it’s never too late to start. Be sure to check out some of the helpful resources listed below!

If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings!

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Train Your Brain - An Introduction to Logic - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/occ-train-your-brain-kids-course/
MamaBearApologetics - https://mamabearapologetics.com/
AlisaChilders.com - http://AlisaChilders.com
NatashaCrain.com - http://NatashaCrain.com
The Thinking Toolbox - https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Toolbox-Thirty-Five-Lessons-Reasoning/dp/0974531588
Stealing From God - https://impactapologetics.com/stealing-from-god-paperback