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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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Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Today we begin our discussion on one of the most controversial issues of our day: Abortion. Should it be legal? Why or why not? Hear our thoughts on this issue as we begin our discussion with an overview of the topic, alongside an analysis of the statistics and abortion procedures.
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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Monday Feb 07, 2022
Monday Feb 07, 2022
Today we break down the stories we tell ourselves: both on the left and on the right. We analyze the predominant political philosophies of our day, conservatism and progressivism, and attempt to understand what they are at their core. And at the end of the day, we attempt to tie it all back to worldview and discuss how politics is merely the outworking of your pre-existing beliefs about the world.
SOURCE:
Political Visions & Illusions - David Koyzis
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Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
Today we begin our discussions on politics. As a primer for you, we’ve decided to begin by laying out our personal philosophies on the purpose of government, laws & rights. We also talk about our political leanings and personal biases that affect our thinking on these issues.
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Monday Jan 24, 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
Up to this point in the show, we’ve mostly discussed topics that are relevant to worldview - topics that can be explained by either theism or atheism. But what about those subjects that don’t fit neatly into a worldview category? That’s right - today we’re going in-depth on the topic of aliens, paranormal experiences, and the unknown.
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Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Are dreams just nonsense that our brains make up when we sleep, or is there something more to them? Are near-death experiences real, and if so, what evidence is there for them? And how exactly are these two topics related? Find out in today’s episode.
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SOURCES:
Two Near-Death Experiences that Can’t Be Explained Away (Dr. Gary Habermas): https://youtu.be/X8SO_aCk_sU
Dr. Gary Habermas - Near Death Experiences: https://youtu.be/ac9pF32gRxU
Journal of Near-Death Studies
Monday Jan 10, 2022
Monday Jan 10, 2022
What is nihilism, and why do people subscribe to it? Why does suicide seem rational for some people? And ultimately, what is the meaning of life? Today, we’re going to go deep and answer life’s deepest questions.
Disclaimer: This episode may contain triggering content on the topic of suicide. We realize that this is a serious subject, but for the sake of this conversation, we will be discussing the matter from a philosophical perspective. Please keep this in mind if you choose to listen to this episode. We do not advocate for suicide. If you believe you are in an unstable state of mind, do not listen to this episode. You can always listen some other time. If you are dealing with suicidal thoughts, call the national suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255. That all being said, on with the episode.
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Monday Jan 03, 2022
Monday Jan 03, 2022
We often hear that Christians live under grace, meaning that God will forgive their sins so long as they seek repentance. But if Christians will always be forgiven, doesn’t this create a moral loophole? Why do anything good? You can always apologize for your sins after you commit them, and besides, since God is contractually obligated to forgive you, why not do whatever you want now and think about the consequences later? This formula is often abused because the underlying theology is largely misunderstood - and not only that, but it pushes people away from Christianity. Today, we’re going to talk about the doctrine of grace.
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Monday Dec 27, 2021
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Sin is a concept unique to the Abrahamic religions. But beyond the appropriation of the word “sin” into our modern culture, what actually is sin? How do we define it, and what does it do to us? What happens when a worldview lacks the concept of sin? Today, we’re going to get into the nitty-gritty of sin, what it is and what it does, then we’re going to discuss the seven deadly sins, the unforgivable sin, and the implications of the concept of sin within your worldview.
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SOURCES:
Defenders 3: Doctrine of Man (Part 20): The Fall of Man and the Nature of Sin - William Lane Craig
What is the Unforgivable Sin? What is Blasphemy Against the Spirit? - Kenneth Berding https://www.biola.edu/blogs/good-book-blog/2021/what-is-the-unforgiveable-sin-what-is-blasphemy-against-the-spirit
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Submitting to any particular worldview is a massive commitment. Becoming a Christian, for example, comes packaged with a new set of assumptions about the world, as well as moral prescriptions that one must strive to follow. Today, we’re going to talk about the practical cost of commitment.
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Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Over the course of the past several episodes, we have visited quite a few different types of churches. Each one had a different approach to their worship style, and each one viewed Christian theology a bit differently from one another. Today we’re going to unpack our final thoughts on all of these things, and talk about what the implications of these views and worship styles are.
VIDEOS THAT INSPIRED THIS SERIES:
Learning About Other Churches: Ten Minute Bible Hour | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeLDw8KQgqi4vbm__vNR6gMnwhLmGj0Cd
Love Across the Lines: Gospel Simplicity | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPYmFzsNDDO9uFTZR6NnOaaHYcmVWL8X7
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