I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Are you looking for answers about faith that will satisfy both your heart and your mind? As the host and founder of Give Me an Answer, Cliffe Knechtle has four decades of experience answering questions about God's existence, the presence of evil in the world, and the reliability of the Bible. Now in their new book, 'Demolishing Doubt', Cliffe and his son, Stuart, tackle the pain behind doubts, sharing true stories from their conversations on college campuses and their interactions with millions online.
Tune in as Frank, Stuart, and Cliffe answer key questions like:

How did Cliffe and Stuart get started in apologetics?
What major cultural shifts has Cliffe observed over the past 40 years, and why has he softened his approach?
What's the story behind the Knechtle gospel stance?
What's the best approach to take when trying to reason with a moral relativist?
Is it possible to be 100% certain that Christianity is true?
Why wouldn't someone want Christianity to be true?
What does it mean to have faith?
What are 4 reasons why the New Testament is reliable?
How can doubts be a good thing?
What's the incredible double-standard that many people demonstrate who doubt Christianity?
How do we know the New Testament writers didn't invent the resurrection?

If you or someone who know is still wrestling with doubts and hungry to find greater meaning in life, be sure to share this episode with them and stay-tuned for a follow-up episode with Cliffe and Stuart coming soon!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Demolishing Doubt by Cliffe & Stuart Knechtle - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310370809
Grace Community Church (New Canaan, CT) - https://www.gracecommunity.info/
Give Me an Answer - https://givemeananswer.org/
Follow the Knechtles on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/askcliffe
Follow the Knechtles on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stuart_knechtle/
The Bible You Never Knew - BRAND NEW ONLINE COURSE! - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ
The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://thewaronreality.com/

Is it possible to reason with someone who believes that corroborated evidence is part of the deception of conspiracy theories? In this episode, Frank responds to a question from a concerned husband whose marriage is under serious strain due to conspiracy theories surrounding the murder of Charlie Kirk. While discussing the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing last week, and the biblical principles surrounding gossip, deception, and false accusations, Frank tackles questions like:
What evidence emerged during Robinson's preliminary trial and why is the judge being so cautious?
Is every contradiction, misunderstanding, or misspoken word a lie?
How do you have a productive conversation with someone who refuses to follow the evidence?
What does the Bible teach about gossip, deception, and false accusations?
What's the difference between a possibility and evidence for a possibility?
Why is corroborated evidence essential for serious charges?
Who is the one personality we should all follow without question?

Later, the conversation shifts to another deeply personal struggle as Frank responds to a listener battling a serious porn addiction and questioning his salvation. You'll learn:
What are the signs of true repentance?
What do our personal struggles teach us about the Holy Spirit?
What are some practical tips for resisting the temptation to sin?
Why is understanding the attributes of God essential to having a solid relationship with Him and others?

Whether you're helping someone you love navigate conspiracy theories or fighting sin in your own life, this Q&A offers practical, biblical wisdom for pursuing truth with both conviction and grace. Please share it with someone who needs some encouragement today!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Cold-Case Christianity by J. Warner Wallace - https://a.co/d/0f4V2Ri0
Six Minutes of Candace Owens Being a Compulsive Liar - https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/2073949531931390253
The War on Reality - PREORDER NOW TO RECEIVE YOUR BONUSES! - https://thewaronreality.com/
The Bible You Never Knew - BRAND-NEW ONLINE COURSE! - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ
Attributes of God at Grace Community Church - https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=1672s&v=lbG52NoAVPA
Every Man's Battle by Stephen Arterburn - https://a.co/d/0czSNqBD

Did Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John really write the Gospels? Or were these books actually anonymous from the beginning? And if they were, what would that mean for Christianity?
This week, Frank sits down with New Testament scholar Dr. Mike Licona to unpack his latest debate with Bart Ehrman, one of the world's best-known New Testament skeptics. What did Mike actually agree with Bart on? And where does he think Bart leans too heavily on speculation instead of the historical evidence? Together, they unpack Bart's biggest objections and tackle questions like:

Why does Bart Ehrman think the Gospels are anonymous, and is he right?
Why does it matter who wrote the Gospels?
What if the Gospel writers weren't eyewitnesses?
Were the Gospel writers really too uneducated to write the Gospels?
Why are the Gospels considered Greco-Roman biographies instead of Jewish literature?
What role did secretaries play in the ancient world, and does that affect authorship?
What's the surprising connection between Sojourner Truth and the Gospel writers?

Whether you've followed Bart Ehrman's work for years or you're hearing these objections for the first time, this episode takes you inside one of the biggest debates surrounding the New Testament.

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.org - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

Resources mentioned during the episode:
Bart Ehrman vs. Mike Licona Debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTCPigOQabY
Mike’s Website: https://www.risenjesus.com/
Online Course: Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/did-jesus-rise-from-the-dead/
Online Course: The Bible You Never Knew - https://bit.ly/4vFWkpQ
Mike’s Book: https://a.co/d/08FK1q0h

When did "just asking questions" become enough to convict someone in the court of public opinion?
This week, Frank takes a closer look at several claims made by Candace Owens surrounding Charlie Kirk's murder and asks a simple question: What does the evidence actually show? Frank responds to listener emails about the alleged discrepancies in his account of the September 10th events and addresses the so-called CPR contradiction. He explains why possibilities, coincidences, and speculation should never be confused with proof. This episode will tackle questions like:

Why do minor differences between eyewitness accounts often strengthen rather than weaken credibility?
What makes evidence different from speculation, suspicion, or "gut feelings"?
How does confirmation bias keep people believing weak arguments?
How have logical fallacies fueled conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie's murder?
Has Candace Owens been consistent in the claims she's made?
Why do accusations without evidence undermine both justice and the pursuit of truth?
What does Occam's Razor suggest about the most likely explanation based on the available evidence?
What do we currently know about Tyler Robinson and the upcoming trial?
How does Satan wage war against reality by promoting lies over truth?
What manipulation tactics are being used to keep people tuning in?

This conversation isn't about silencing honest questions. It's about refusing to let speculation replace evidence, no matter who makes the claim.

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!

Resources mentioned during the episode (video clips in order of appearance):
Candace’s Podcast Episode containing CPR Allegations - https://www.youtube.com/live/sKuYLNx3iRo?si=OG7MLsT-JJZkOJo6
First Compilation Video from Nathan Livingstone - https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/2038471993813844008
Second Compilation Video from Nathan Livingstone - https://x.com/TheMilkBarTV/status/2070406164756808101
Jeremy Boreing Video - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uwlV1BdONSU
Donate to CrossExamined.org
Cold Case Christianity by J. Warner Wallace -https://a.co/d/02jM6ANO
The War on Reality: Recovering Truth in a World That Celebrates Lies -https://thewaronreality.com/
PastorsBrief.com -https://pastorsbrief.com
America 250 Guide - https://crossexamined.org/america250

Earlier this week, historian Bill Federer joined Frank to explore the biblical ideas that shaped the foundation of America. In this follow-up conversation, Bill returns to bring the Declaration of Independence's most influential figures to life through their faith, their sacrifices, and the extraordinary stories of divine providence that many believed shaped America's fight for independence. Join Frank and Bill as they answer questions like:

Who was John Witherspoon and what role did he play in America's fight for independence?
What role did different denominations play in the formation of the 13 original colonies?
How can we sum up Judeo-Christian Western civilization in America using only one word?
Why do some people claim that it was a miracle (at least providential) how traitor Benedict Arnold was caught?
What happened after the Battle of Cowpens in 1781 that had even a British officer calling the rising and falling waters that aided the Americans “almost miraculous”?
What happened to Richard Stockton, Carter Braxton, and the rest of the 56 Founding Fathers?
What sacrifices did the Founding Fathers make after signing the Declaration of Independence and what ultimate price did some of them pay?
What's the shocking history of British starving ships?
What can we learn from the Founders' courage and convictions as we seek to preserve the freedoms they fought so hard to secure?

John Adams once wrote, "Posterity, you will never know how much it costs the present generation to preserve your freedom. I hope you will make good use of it. If you do not, I shall repent in heaven that I ever took half the pains to preserve it." We need to preserve it, ladies and gentlemen, and the way you can do that is get informed and to stand up. Go to AmericanMinute.com, sign up for Bill's fabulous email, and check out his books in the list of resources 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!

Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
American Minute - https://americanminute.com/
Miracles in American History by Susie & Bill Federer - https://americanminute.com/collections/printed-books/products/miracles
America's God and Country - Encyclopedia of Quotations by Bill Federer - https://bit.ly/4eByLIK
The Independence Day American Minute with Bill Federer - https://bit.ly/445TEpq
‘The War on Reality’ PREORDER NOW to receive your bonuses! - https://thewaronreality.com/