Best Mark Farnham Podcasts (2025)

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61 Every Believer Confident (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham) 50:12

26d ago50:12

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Dr. Mark Farnham joins Henry to talk about some basic apologetics for the ordinary Christian. Dr. Farnham is Professor of Apologetics at Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster, PA. Every Believer Confident - Book link You Can't Get Rid of God - DFT podcast episode

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Why the Doctrine of the Trinity is So Important 25:30

13d ago25:30

25:30

Mark and Jeff talk about the recent conference in Washington DC that commemorated the 1700th anniversary of the Nicaean Creed. This statement, forged over many years still stands today as the foundation for understanding what the Bible says about the triune nature of God. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my webs…

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Understanding All the Ways Eastern Religion Has Infiltrated Our World 37:00

20d ago37:00

37:00

Mark and Jeff expand on a previous episode and talk further about the ways Eastern Religion has been infiltrating the Western world and the lives of Christians. They share the books they have been reading recently that show that we get our ideas about all kinds of things from the various expressions of Eastern thought, such as New Thought, the Pere…

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Mark Gets Animated About the Infiltration of Eastern Thought! 19:04

2M ago19:04

19:04

Mark and Jeff discuss their recent interest in the ways that Eastern Religion, specifically Hinduism and Buddhism in the form of “New Thought” have been creeping into the church and Christian practices. This is the first in a series of exposing the Vedantic corruption of Christianity through practices such as declaring, manifesting, grounding, visi…

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Can Science Explain Everything? 13:00

2M ago13:00

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Some people believe that science has disproved Christianity or that science is the ultimate source of truth that trumps any other source. In this episode, Mark presents the eight limits of science to show that science cannot possibly have all the answers, despite the fact that it is a good gift from God to understand our world. Want to reach out, a…

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A Christian, a Muslim, a Jew, and a Liberal 18:43

2M ago18:43

18:43

If asked to share what you believe as a Christian in contrast to other religions, could you answer clearly and confidently? In this episode, Mark interviews Jeff after he appeared on a religion panel at a local university. Jeff shares how he answered the questions in contrast to the other religious representatives and provides some interesting stor…

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60 Where Were Nails Placed During Crucifixion? (Guest: Dr. Scott Stripling) 55:30

2M ago55:30

55:30

Dr. Scott Stripling joins Henry to talk about one of his latest academic studies, which analyzes the archaeological remains of crucifixion victims. Along with his co-researcher, Dr. Jonathan Moore, they found some new insights into how people like Jesus were crucified, that may challenge how we typically picture in our minds what it looked like. Dr…

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Worldview Questions that Draw People into Conversation 18:10

3M ago18:10

18:10

Do you ever find yourself wondering where to go next in a gospel encounter when the conversation starts to drag? Mark and Jeff suggest five lines of questions that will give you ideas of what to ask next when you don’t know what else to say. Everyone wrestles with these questions, so they can be used with any person you are engaging in conversation…

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Why Is It Important to Understand Someone's Worldview? 17:09

3M ago17:09

17:09

Many people try to evangelize by spitting out a scripted explanation of the gospel. As a result, the unbeliever often feels like he is being given a pitch for Jesus, something he did not ask for or want. In this episode, Mark and Jeff explain the value of taking the time to listen to and understand the unbeliever’s worldview so you can tailor your …

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What Is Biblical Evangelism? 22:22

3M ago22:22

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Many Christians learned to present the gospel as a “decision” to be made or think of it in terms of “committing one’s life to Christ” or “surrendering to Christ.” In this episode, Mark and Jeff emphasize the need to use biblical language and concepts of repentance and faith to avoid confusion and to make it clear what we invite the unbeliever to do…

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How Can I Prepare Myself to Engage Unbelievers with the Gospel? 19:29

3M ago19:29

19:29

Confidence in your ability to share and defend the faith is like a helium balloon. When you are at an apologetics conference or reading a helpful book on apologetics, your confidence is like a newly filled helium balloon. A few days or weeks later, however, you often find that your confidence has leaked and it lies lifeless on the floor like a defl…

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59 Challenging Evolution (Guest: Dr. Hans Madueme) 1:29:31

4M ago1:29:31

1:29:31

Henry takes a deep dive with Dr. Hans Madueme about his book "Defending Sin: A Response to the Challenges of Evolution and the Natural Sciences" Defending Sin - book link Dr. Madueme on Digging for Truth TV

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How Can Every Believer Confident Help You Become a Better Apologist? 17:10

5M ago17:10

17:10

The new release of Mark’s book, Every Believer Confident, offers an opportunity to learn anew the basic, accessible way of engaging unbelievers with the gospel. Mark and Jeff discuss the new chapter and the new features of case studies and study questions in each chapter. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my webs…

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What do I say when Someone Rejects the Gospel because of Christian Hypocrisy? 14:34

5M ago14:34

14:34

A common accusation against the Christian faith is the hypocrisy of Christians.. How do we handle that? In this episode, Mark and Jeff review ways to respond to this charge by asking for a definition, showing that hypocrisy is a human trait, and calling all believers to a life of integrity and consistency. Want to reach out, ask a question, or requ…

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58 Four Views on the Historical Adam and Eve (Guest: Dr. Marcus Ross) 1:27:49

5M ago1:27:49

1:27:49

Henry and paleontologist Dr. Marcus Ross talk about the book: Perspectives on the Historical Adam and Eve: Four Views , which include: the Non-Historical Adam and Eve View (Kenton L. Sparks), the Mytho-Historical Adam View (William Lane Craig), the Genealogical Adam and Eve Model (Andrew Loke) and the Recent Adam and Eve View (Marcus R. Ross). Mons…

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How Can I Become a Better Apologist? 20:06

5M ago20:06

20:06

Once you learn to engage unbelievers effectively with the gospel, how do you keep growing in your abilities? Mark and Jeff discuss some simple ideas, such as reading through the entire Bible, reading commentaries to deepen our understanding of the Scriptures, and more. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website…

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How to Start a Faith Conversation 10:20

5M ago10:20

10:20

Many Christians feel at a loss to know how best to start a spiritual conversation with those who don’t believe in God, either overt atheists or someone who simply has no beliefs about God. This will provide some helpful resources for effective gospel conversations. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at:…

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Upcoming Ethics Conference 15:15

6M ago15:15

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Don’t miss the big ethics conference on February 22 in Allentown, PA. We will address a number of critical issues of our day from a Christian perspective, including the sanctity of life, technology, gender and sexuality, abortion, and reproductive technology. Go to https://cedarcrest.church/ethicscon2025/ for more details. Hurry, seating is limited…

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57 The Christmas Story is History (Guests: Bryan Windle & Tommy Chamberlin) 1:07:15

6M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

ABR staff members Bryan Windle and Tommy Chamberlin join to talk all about the people and places in history that are related to the Christmas story. Top 10 Discoveries Related to Christmas - Bible Archaeology Report Quirinius, an Archaeological Biography - Bible Archaeology Report Who were the Magi? - Bible Archaeology Report…

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Conversations that Lead to the Gospel 10:50

7M ago10:50

10:50

A key to effective engagement with unbelievers is simply to start conversations. Becoming a good conversationalist is possible for anyone, regardless of their personality. In this episode, Mark shares some basics about having good conversations and turning them to spiritual topics to open the door for sharing the gospel. Want to reach out, ask a qu…

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How Can the Christian God Exist When There Is So Much Evil and Suffering? 19:31

8M ago19:31

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When we look around the world and see wars, genocide, human trafficking, and modern-day slavery, we have to ask, How can an all-loving, all-powerful God exist? Christians claim that God loves the world, so why is it in such a mess? Who among us has not cried out to God in grief, fear, and desperation? Does God care, and when will he do something ab…

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Introduction to Apologetics 18:30

8M ago18:30

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What is Apologetics? Is it only for pastors and professors, or is every Christian called to practice apologetics? Is it primarily about confrontations or conversations? Is the concept even in the Bible? Why can’t we just evangelize and skip the apologetics part? In this episode, Mark and Jeff lay the foundation of the basics of apologetics. Want to…

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How Eastern Religion has Infiltrated the Church Pt. 2 18:30

8M ago18:30

18:30

The infiltration of the West and the Church by Eastern religion, the New Age, neo-paganism, and earth religions is rooted in a foundational error of the “oneness of all things.” In this episode, Mark and Jeff get to the heart of these errors and show how the Creator-Creature Distinction corrects our thinking and allows us to remain in truth as we w…

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How Eastern Religion has Infiltrated the Church Pt. 1 18:21

9M ago18:21

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It has been widely observed that the New Age and Eastern religious thought have infiltrated the West for many years through practices like Yoga and the promise of making all things “one.” In this episode, Mark and Jeff explore how this has happened and how the Church has been subverted through seemingly innocent practices. Want to reach out, ask a …

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Common Objections 16:00

9M ago16:00

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Some Christians struggle with the idea of apologetics and may see it as something too difficult for them, or even unspiritual. Jeff and Mark answer those objections and show how apologetics can help every Christian in their proclamation of the gospel. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at: https://apolo…

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The Art of Conversation 15:30

9M ago15:30

15:30

How do you become skilled at starting conversations that lead to the gospel? That is the single greatest challenge for most Christians who want to share the gospel. In this episode, Mark and Jeff talk about ways to become more natural conversationalists for the sake of gospel witness. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? …

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What is Christianity? 15:20

10M ago15:20

15:20

Many people have a vague or mistaken idea of what Christianity is all about. In addition, even Christians have a hard time articulating the gospel clearly. This episode nuggets to the heart of each so we can more effectively share the gospel and compel people to believe the Christian faith in all its glory. Want to reach out, ask a question, or req…

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56 Just Got Back from Mt. Ararat (Guest: Ted Wright) 1:12:10

10M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

Ted Wright from Epic Archaeology joins Henry to offer some counterarguments to a previous episode we did on possible locations for Noah's Ark, and shares some of his research that he has done on Mt. Ararat and the surrounding region on his many expeditions there. Babylonian "Oldest Map of the World" - British Museum The Epic of Gilgamesh & the Bibl…

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Building a Culture of Apologetics in Your Church 17:10

10M ago17:10

17:10

How can a church begin to create a culture where gospel conversations with the lost are normal? How does a church move beyond an inward focus on discipleship to add an outward focus on reaching the lost? Mark and Jeff discuss some philosophical keys and some practical steps that can be taken to help a church cultivate gospel engagement among its me…

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55 You Can't Get Rid of God (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham) 1:04:58

10M ago1:04:58

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Dr. Mark Farnham, a professor from Lancaster Bible College, joins Henry to talk about apologetics, evangelism, and a little bit about karma. Every Believer Confident: Apologetics for the Ordinary Christian - book link

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How We Got Started in Apologetics 18:00

11M ago18:00

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Mark and Jeff share their origin stories as apologists. For both of us, it began with our inability to answer objections and questions from non-believers. Our hope is that you will be encouraged that you, too, can engage anyone you meet with the gospel and do it well. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website …

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The Role of the Holy Spirit in Apologetic Encounters 15:02

11M ago15:02

15:02

Learning that true salvation is a work of the Holy Spirit and not something we can accomplish through our own ability or charm is freeing. If the Holy Spirit is the one who convinces of guilt and opens eyes to see Christ as the only Savior, then I can confidently share the good news of Jesus with whomever I meet. Want to reach out, ask a question, …

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54 Listening to Genesis 1 & 2 (Guest: Dr. Cornelis van Dam) 1:08:23

11M ago1:08:23

1:08:23

It’s so easy to find differing opinions on the first two chapters of Genesis. Were the days of creation literal days? Are there contradictions between chapters 1 and 2? Did those chapters have different authors? Dr. Cornelis van Dam joins to talk about the authority of scripture, and how we should be listening to what is in Genesis 1 and 2. In the …

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Some More Arguments for the Deity of Christ 16:40

11M ago16:40

16:40

Jeff and Mark resume their list of reasons why Christians believe in the deity of Jesus. They demonstrate that the only way to reject Jesus’ deity is to ignore or reject the testimony of Scripture, which affirms again and again that Jesus is fully divine. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at: https://a…

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Some Arguments for the Deity of Christ 10:55

11M ago10:55

10:55

Muslims, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Jews, and skeptics all share in common a rejection of the divinity of Jesus Christ. Some Christians are surprised to learn that nowhere in the New Testament does Jesus say these three words: “I am God.” In this episode Mark and Jeff explain why that is and the overwhelming evidence from Scripture that Jesus is…

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53 What is the right name for God? YHWH? Jehovah? Yeshua? 57:58

11M ago57:58

57:58

ABR has had a few questions come in along the same lines recently including: did the Israelites just take God, YHWH, out of a pantheon of gods, or Canaanite gods and adopt Him as their God? Is YHWH the right name to use for God? The King James Bible uses Jehovah sometimes, is that right? Is the King James Version the best English translation? What …

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Deconstruction Pt. 2 16:20

11M ago16:20

16:20

Mark and Jeff continue their discussion of deconstruction and the need for Christians to be grounded in their faith. They also talk about the difference between questions that search for answers and those that are seeking an exit from the faith. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at: https://apologetics…

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52 Which Ur did Abraham live in? (Guest: Dr. Matt Glassman) 1:02:12

12M ago1:02:12

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Where did Abraham receive his call from the Lord? Was it Ur? or Harran? Both? And which city of Ur was it? Dr. Matt Glassman joins to discuss the pros and cons of the two different cities of Ur, and which one Abraham may have lived in. In the Footsteps of Abraham - Podcast with Bryan Windle

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Deconstruction Pt. 1 16:40

12M ago16:40

16:40

Mark and Jeff introduce the topic of deconstruction and talk about a recent New York Times article recounting one couple’s deconstruction from Christianity that began with a rejection of God’s law regarding sexual fidelity. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at: https://apologeticsforthechurch.org/…

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Evangelism is NOT the Most Important Thing 16:00

1y ago16:00

16:00

For many years I believed (because I was taught this, either overtly or by implication) that the most important thing a Christian and a church could do is to reach the lost with the gospel. Everything else paled in comparison and was secondary to the reason God left believers on earth after their salvation. Only when I rejected this idea did I begi…

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51 Praise to the Lord the King of Creation, including Neanderthals (Guest: Dr. Todd Wood) 1:15:20

1y ago1:15:20

1:15:20

Where do Neanderthals, Homo Erectus, and other skeletal remains fall into a timeline that fits a creation model? Were Neanderthals created in the image of God? What criteria makes someone human? Dr. Todd Wood explores these questions in a recent paper he co-authored with Dr. Marcus Ross & Peter Brummel, and joins to discuss them with Henry. "Human …

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Was Eve an Evidentialist? 10:35

1y ago10:35

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The most common approach to apologetics is the evidentialist approach, which argues that what the unbeliever needs most is evidence of the truth of Christianity. Once there is enough evidence, belief is sure to follow. By looking at the case of Eve in the Garden of Eden, we can see that there is a more fundamental problem–our rebellion against God.…

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Common Questions 12:20

1y ago12:20

12:20

Can we get past the taboo of talking about religion and politics to share Christ? Mark's guest, Zack Armstrong, presents some practical ideas for encouraging people to talk about spiritual matters. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at: https://apologeticsforthechurch.org/…

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50 A Thousand Years is Like a Day 57:27

1y ago57:27

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ABR receives questions all the time about history and the Bible. Sometimes those get responses in ABR's magazine Bible & Spade. Questions like: What does it mean when a thousand years is like a day? How long is a day when in Genesis it talks about evening and morning? Did Moses use multiple sources when writing the book of Genesis? If you have a qu…

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The Intellectual Strength of Christianity 10:54

1y ago10:54

10:54

Have you ever wondered if the Christian faith can hold up to the scrutiny of leading scholarship? In today's episode, we will explore how Christianity is both personally edifying AND intellectually satisfying. Christianity can hold its own in the world of scholarship and you can be confident that your faith is grounded in good truth. Want to reach …

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Starting Conversations 10:46

1y ago10:46

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Have you every wanted to start a conversation with someone about the gospel but didn't know how? Today we will go over some simple and practical skills you can use to start engaging the unbelievers in your life with the gospel. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at: https://apologeticsforthechurch.org/…

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49 The Bible, Sexuality and Culture (Guest: Dr. Brian Peterson) 49:08

1y ago49:08

49:08

Henry and Dr. Brian Peterson look at the "Genesis mandates" in Genesis 1 and 2, and how the rejection of those mandates has led to the decline of sexual ethics in our post-modern world. The Bible, Sexuality and Culture - book link The Authors of the Deuteronomistic History - book link

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48 Fossils and the Flood (Guest: Paul Garner) 45:03

1y ago45:03

45:03

Have you ever wondered what the natural world was like before the flood? And how does that line up with the imagery we have in our minds about the animals on Noah's Ark? Paul Garner joins to discuss his book "The Fossils and the Flood" and gives a picture of what the old world may have been like, with floating forests, and the ancestors of modern a…

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47 Who Are the Sons of God and the Nephilim? (Guest: Dr. Tim Chaffey) 1:23:41

1y ago1:23:41

1:23:41

Genesis 6:1-4 talks about the sons of God and the Nephilim. Everyone likes to talk about the Nephilim, but who were these sons of God? Dr. Tim Chaffey joins to discuss in depth about the spiritual realm and the sons of God, and how that can then help understand who the Nephilim were. Fallen: The Sons of God and the Nephilim - book link…

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46 Evidence for the Exodus (Guest: Dr. Titus Kennedy) 42:31

1y ago42:31

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Is there evidence for the Israelites time in Egypt and their Exodus? Dr. Titus Kennedy joins Henry to talk about a number of artifacts and locations that are consistent with the Exodus that happened in the Bible. Unearthing the Bible - Titus Kennedy

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