I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

Riley Gaines Barker trained her entire life to compete at the highest level of women’s swimming. Then one race changed everything. How did 1/100 of a second in the pool turn a competitive swimmer into a national voice in one of today’s biggest cultural battles?

In this much-anticipated episode, Riley joins Frank to tell the story leading up to that moment and how it transformed her life. From competing against biological male "Lia" Thomas to confronting NCAA officials, lawsuits, protests, and even serious threats of violence, Riley shares how she unexpectedly found herself leading the charge on the front lines of truth and reality. You'll learn:

What was it like for Riley to compete against William “Lia” Thomas?
What gave Riley the courage to speak up after initially remaining silent and who did she go to first?
Why does Riley believe her journey into advocacy involved divine intervention?
What career was Riley planning to pursue before starting a podcast and becoming a contributor to TPUSA and FOX News?
What's the current status of Riley's lawsuit against the NCAA?
Why is it essential for Christians to vote in the upcoming midterm elections?
What terrifying event happened to Riley at San Francisco State University in April 2023 and how did university officials respond?
How did Charlie Kirk personally inspire Riley and how did his tragic death impact her?
How has becoming a mother changed her perspective on being a political advocate for unpopular truths?
What advice does Riley have for young people?

Defending women’s sports is about much more than who gets the trophy. Don't miss this remarkable story of faith and courage and please pray for Riley as she continues to boldly speak out on this issue that is highly controversial (but wouldn’t be if more would speak up).

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
The Riley Gaines Show - https://www.youtube.com/@RileyGaines
Follow Riley on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rileygbarker/
Follow Riley on X - https://x.com/Riley_Gaines_
Riley Gaines for FOX News - https://www.foxnews.com/person/g/riley-gaines

Karl Marx and D.L. Moody were two men with radically different visions for humanity. Both witnessed poverty, injustice, and suffering, but their solutions couldn’t have been more different. So, what can these two 19th-century contemporaries teach us about the battle of worldviews we're facing today?

One of our favorite guests, Dr. Erwin Lutzer, joins Frank to explore that question through his new book, Marx and Moody, co-authored with Dr. Gregg Quiggle. From Marx’s troubled home life and calls for revolution to Moody’s work among the poor and passion for the Gospel, their stories reveal just how differently these two men believed society could be changed. Along the way, they’ll tackle questions like:

What was Karl Marx’s personal life like, and how did it compare to the society he envisioned?
What’s the difference between socialism and communism, and why are these ideas still attractive today?
Why are the family, private property, and Christianity at odds with Marxism?
How did Marxist ideas make their way into American culture?
Why didn’t Marxism take over England during Marx’s lifetime?
How did D.L. Moody address poverty and social needs without looking to revolution?
Why did Christian leaders like Moody and Charles Spurgeon speak out against socialism and communism?

Marx looked to revolution. Moody looked to the Gospel. More than a century later, we're still living with the consequences. Listen as Frank and Dr. Lutzer unpack how two competing answers to the problems of the 1800s are still shaping the world we live in today, and grab your copy of Marx and Moody to learn more!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined.org
BOOK: Marx and Moody: Two Contemporaries. Two Gospels. Two Tombstones. One Choice.

Does the coming of Jesus mean the Old Testament is null and void? Did He destroy Judaism along with all Jewish holidays? Should Israel be totally wiped off the map, as some "Christians" claim? In this midweek episode, Frank responds to a question from a Jewish man seeking clarity on comments made by his so-called Christian friends. Tune in as he uncovers some fascinating connections between the Old and New Testaments while confronting a few controversial issues and more listener questions along the way. You'll learn:

Is the Old Testament still relevant for Christians today?
How do Passover and the Jewish feasts point directly to Jesus?
What do Isaiah, Daniel, and Ezekiel all have in common?
Should Christians still keep the Sabbath?
What does 'Synagogue of Satan' mean in Revelation 2 and 3?
Why has there been a rise in antisemitism since the death of Charlie Kirk?
Why should we demand truth instead of preference in all areas of life, including morality and religion?
What are the five most important questions you’ll ever answer?
How much does being comfortable really matter in light of eternity?
Should people be judged on their identity or their behavior?
Why does Frank call Charlie Kirk "the greatest man I ever knew"?

Do you have a question for Frank you'd like him to address in a future podcast episode? Send it to hello@crossexamined.org!
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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined- https://donor.crossexamined.org/
The Bible You Never Knew - Weekly TV Series - https://crossexamined.org/tv-programs/
The Bible You Never Knew - Online Course - https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/the-bible-you-never-knew/
The War on Reality by Frank Turek & Phoenix Hayes - https://a.co/d/02zCTnMQ
STOP in the Name of God by Charlie Kirk - https://a.co/d/0fBV12F7
Read the Hamas Charter - https://avalon.law.yale.edu/21st_century/hamas.asp
What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Israel? And Why it Matters Now - https://youtu.be/bD0JeMKzYtc
Exposing the Cultural War on Truth and Reality with Dr. Frank Turek - https://youtu.be/lpA3dl6WrMs

Do you ever have one of those moments when ordinary life suddenly feels like it’s pointing to something more? You can’t quite explain it, but for a split second, this world doesn’t seem like all there is. Could this be a glimpse of something beyond this world, or even a glimpse of God?

Pastor, author, and theologian, Dr. Gavin Ortlund, joins Frank to explore that possibility and the ideas behind his brand-new book, 'Why Christianity Makes Sense: A Book About Jesus, the Mysteries of the World, and the Longings in Your Heart'. From what Gavin calls the “ache”, to meaning, divine hiddenness, and the historical case for Jesus, this conversation makes the case for engaging both the mind and the heart. Tune in as Frank and Gavin tackle questions like:

What is the "ache” that Gavin describes in his book and what can it tell us about God?
Why do we often seem to distract ourselves from life’s deeper questions?
What do some atheists say is the meaning of life and why do their explanations fall short?
Why should Christian apologists appeal to both the heart and the mind?
What makes the Resurrection such a powerful source of hope?
Did Jesus REALLY claim to be God?
What are Gavin's 3 best arguments for the historicity of Jesus?
If God wants us to know Him, why does He sometimes seem hidden?
Would more miracles actually lead more people to believe in Christianity?
Why might God allow us to live without absolute certainty of His existence?

If you've ever felt a longing deep in your heart for something you cannot name, this is your chance to explore it. Pre-order your copy of 'Why Christianity Makes Sense', and be sure to check out Gavin’s YouTube channel for more of his work on Christianity, theology, and apologetics.

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Resources mentioned during the episode:
Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/
Why Christianity Makes Sense by Gavin Ortlund - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310182204
Gavin's website - https://truthunites.org/
Gavin's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TruthUnites

BLM burned American cities to the ground. One-third of GenZ girls identify as LGBTQ. Four-hundred women in pink rally for a mother who strangled her three children. Charlie Kirk stood in the public square doing the watchman's work in a country with a church on every corner--and was killed doing it. What were the pastors doing?

Producer and cultural commentator, Jeremy Boering, returns to unpack the speech that sparked these questions and goes deeper into where Christians, pastors, and the culture go from here. Tune in as Frank and Jeremy wrestle with questions like:

What inspired Jeremy to challenge 600+ pastors during a recent TPUSA Faith event?
What is a fundamental mistake of the seeker-sensitive movement in the American Church?
Why has the American Church become increasingly apolitical over the past 50+ years?
How should Christians weigh a political leader’s character against the policies they support?
What does Jeremy think about President Donald Trump?
Why are we seeing a rise of interest (and even advocacy) for socialism?
What 3 major areas should pastors focus on to become more engaged in cultural issues?
What are the feminine sins that few pastors will call out?
Why is it sometimes easier to help a stranger than someone you know personally?
What happens when toxic empathy for the accused begins to overshadow justice for the victim?

Later in the show, the conversation takes a few unexpected turns as Jeremy weighs in on the Lindsay Clancy case, his previous experience working with Candace Owens at the Daily Wire, and his thoughts on whether or not Pendragon fans will see a Season 2. If you want the series to continue, you'll learn how you can help make that possible!

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/
Jeremy's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@jeremyboreing
What Were Pastors Doing While Charlie Kirk Did Their Job? - https://youtu.be/I0dyHefqZEo
The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HFH7J5N3