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In the modern world, the topic of religion has become something of a heated subject. The divide between the religious and secular worldviews has grown into a chasm, and having conversations on the topic has become practically taboo in many places. But does it have to be that way? Enter your hosts, the lifelong friends Bailey, David, and Michael - a Christian, Atheist, and Agnostic Theist respectively. In this podcast, we compare and contrast the plausibility of the religious and secular worldviews…without the unnecessary harshness that is usually part of the deal with this subject. Does it make sense to be a Christian? Does Atheism account for all that matters? Should we be forced to make an allegiance to a particular religion, or is it better to become spiritual? Join us in our discussions to find out for yourself.
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Tuesday May 14, 2024
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Why did a Baptist such as myself become an Orthodox Christian? In this episode, I walk you through my conversion process. In it, I go step-by-step, addressing each doctrine of Protestantism that I came to reject and why, as well as the issues I had that prevented me from becoming Catholic, finally to the point of accepting Orthodoxy as the fullness of the faith. If you have any questions, feel free to email them to me. Thanks for listening and God bless!
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Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
What has happened with the boys since the show has ended? Bailey and Michael sit down to discuss what they’ve been up to all this time, the lessons they’ve learned, and break down some of the spiritual developments that have occurred in their lives. Enjoy this bonus reunion episode!
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Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
The time has come at last to bring this podcast to a close. Join us as we reflect on the past year and a half. What did we learn? What has changed in our lives? And what is next for the boys? Find out in our final episode! Thank you for listening to Facing The Gates.
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Monday Apr 04, 2022
Monday Apr 04, 2022
You asked, we answer! Join us in a very special Q&A episode of Facing The Gates. Why aren’t Michael and David Christian yet? Does Bailey think ghost hunting is a sin? And why is there a fad for spirituality - minus the actual religion part? Great questions! We talk about these and more in this episode. For a long time. But it’s great, we promise!
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Monday Mar 28, 2022
Monday Mar 28, 2022
Today, we are more divided than ever on a national level. But why is that? What are the roots of our division? And how do we move forward? Is it even possible? Join us as we wrap up our political ramifications series, discussing these questions and more.
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Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Critical Race Theory is a highly divisive topic. But what exactly is it? What are its tenants, and what does this theory propose as a solution? In this episode, we break down what exactly CRT stands for, analyze some of its political implications, and debate its strengths and shortcomings.
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SOURCES:
Critical Race Theory: An Introduction | Richard Delgado & Jean Stefancic
Ep. 1280 - How To Defeat Critical Race Theory | The Ben Shapiro Show
S4E17: The Grace High School Controversy: Teaching and the Voice of Conscience with Paul Rossi and Jordan Peterson | The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
Ep. 71 - Yes, Critical Race Theory Is Being Taught And Yes It’s Horrible | Cooper Stuff Podcast
Atlanta Elementary School Institutes Racial Segregation - The Matt Walsh Show | https://youtu.be/AKwW2lmT6hA
The History of Redlining | https://nhc.org/the-history-of-redlining/
Louisianna Redlining Law Review | https://digitalcommons.law.lsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=6275&context=lalrev
Who Banned Slavery When? | https://www.reuters.com/article/uk-slavery/chronology-who-banned-slavery-when-idUSL1561464920070322
Average Income Around the World | https://www.worlddata.info/average-income.php
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Transgenderism has come front and center in our culture today and as a result, has spawned a legion of questions. What exactly is gender dysphoria? Why is there so much interest in the issue now? What are the philosophical and ideological claims being made? And what is the history of this phenomenon? All of this and much more in today’s episode!
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SOURCES:
Science, the Transgender Phenomenon, and the Young - Abigail Shrier | https://youtu.be/DWbxIFC0Q2o
S4E11: Irreversible Damage? - Abigail Shrier | The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
Puberty Blockers | https://www.stlouischildrens.org/conditions-treatments/transgender-center/puberty-blockers
Wi Spa Story | https://youtu.be/BUCONAocWs4
The Transgender Craze Seducing America: An Interview With Author Abigail Shrier | https://youtu.be/yQ2I_pzOvJU
Loudoun County School Rape (½) | https://youtu.be/KMvCDs7fdeo
Loudoun County School Rape (½) | https://youtu.be/0bDqsibgYXw
Ep. 782: There Is A Conspiracy To Sexualize Your Children. Here's Where It All Started. - The Matt Walsh Show | https://youtu.be/tSNe1uJHWKY?t=60
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Continuing our discussion on the topic of gay marriage, what do science and statistics have to say about the issue? Are people born gay, or can they change? What exactly are Christians asking of gay people? All this and more in today’s episode.
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SOURCES:
Homosexuality: Speaking the Truth in Love - Mike Winger | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ3iRMLYFlHsp1qWCFFN2JPKd5b6_LPED
HIV in the United States - CDC | https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/statistics/overview/ataglance.html
How Can Homosexuality Be Wrong If It Doesn’t Hurt Anyone? | https://youtu.be/F2nPRV8dmOk
Philosophize This! | Episode #148 ... On Media pt. 1 - Manufacturing Consent
Philosophize This! | Episode #149 ... On Media pt. 2 - Marshall McLuhan
Obergefell v. Hodges | https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/14pdf/14-556_3204.pdf
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Yet another controversial issue of our day is the topic of gay marriage. What exactly does Christianity have to say on the topic? Why do Christians disagree on the matter? And what is the underlying point of it all? Find out in today’s episode.
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SOURCES:
Homosexuality: Speaking the Truth in Love - Mike Winger | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ3iRMLYFlHsp1qWCFFN2JPKd5b6_LPED
1 Corinthians, Chapter 6 - The Whole Counsel of God
The Lost Message of the Bible - Inspiring Philosophy | https://youtu.be/33MleMmkFOM
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Today we wrap up our discussion on one of the most controversial issues of our day: Abortion. In this episode, we discuss the history of Planned Parenthood, the implications of abortion, and what we believe can be done to solve the problem.
SOURCES:
Abortion Statistics (Abort73): https://abort73.com/abortion_facts/us_abortion_statistics/
Abortion Statistics (WHO): https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/abortion
Abortion Data & Statistics (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/data_stats/index.htm
Maternal Deaths from Abortion: https://www.statista.com/statistics/658555/number-of-abortion-deaths-us/
Get Informed: https://www.liveaction.org/
History of Planned Parenthood & Deleiden Expose: https://youtu.be/ElEC5sazrYk
Abortion Procedures: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRCroccSjXWR9HVr_ooA3ErEAR0SifdwY
The Effects of Fatherlessness: https://www.fatherhood.org/father-absence-statistic
Help for Women: https://www.liveaction.org/learn/resources/
Fight The New Drug: https://fightthenewdrug.org/overview/
Porn Negatively Affects Relationship Quality, According to 30 National Studies: https://fightthenewdrug.org/30-national-surveys-porn-consumption-is-associated-poorer-relationship-quality/
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