The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

One Nation Under Gods | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

The title is not a typo--it's a look at the history of the Mormon church. I use this podcast to examine the origins and problems with the Book of Mormon as discussed in the book.

Truth in a Culture of Doubt | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

Three Christian professors take on Bart Ehrman and other skeptics who challenge the Christian faith. This podcast deals with the challenge that there can't be a God since there is so much evil in the world.

Encyclopedia of Bible Difficulties | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

We may have some troubling questions with difficult Bible passages, so here's a book that has informed answers. I look at a couple of issues people have had with the Bible--Did Moses really write the first five books of the Bible? Was the book of Daniel really written well before the empires he predicted would arise?

Christianity Cross-Examined | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

Ken Samples takes on several challenges to Christianity. This podcast deals with the explosive growth of Christianity--was it supernatural or natural?

Jesus and the Eyewitnesses | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

Richard Bauckham does a masterful job arguing that the Gospels are the results of eyewitness testimony. I cover several of his reasons.

How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

Christians often need help in reading and understanding the Bible, and this book does an excellent job for this purpose. I look at the final chapter that explores effective ways to understand the book of Revelation. 

Lights in the Sky and Little Green Men | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

Hugh Ross, a well-respected scientist and author, examines UFO sightings. This podcast focuses on his discussion of interstellar travel and a possible connection between UFOs and demons.  

Strange Rites | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

Here's a book by a non-Christian who is exploring the spiritual anarchy that has taken hold as traditional religions have lost their dominance in American society. I look at a chapter in which she gives three reasons these new "religions" may not fade over time.

Person of Interest | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

J. Warner Wallace has done it again--another impressive book that uses his skills as a cold-case detective. This book focuses on Jesus and how he has influenced the world. I review his chapter on how Jesus and later followers played such a valuable role in the rise of modern science.

Understanding the Faith | The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

This is one of three books in an excellent series called Understanding the Times. In this podcast, I look at a chapter that wrestles with the doctrine of hell, something that many people are uncomfortable with.