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As we prepare for Christmas, the team at AC sat down to discuss the significance of the incarnation. Why is Jesus’ birth so important and worth celebrating? Christian doctrine has always held that Jesus’ birth is of incredible theological importance. Baby Jesus sets the stage for not only his life and death but how we are to understand the very nature of who God is and who we are in light of that. In this week's episode of the AC Podcast, The Quad explores the importance of Jesus' infancy and why the miracle of Immanuel matters for all of humanity—from the cradle (or manger) to the grave.
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Back in October AC's very own Wes participated in an online debate with the globally known ancient aliens and New Age proponent, Billy Carson. What could have otherwise been a relatively normal event has turned into somewhat of a fiasco, with Billy attempting to suppress the footage and even going as far as to threaten to sue Wes! On this week's episode the quad: Andy, Troy, Steve, and Wes, sat down to reveal the story behind the story.
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On this week's episode of the AC Podcast, Troy sits down with Brian Mosley, President of RightNow Media, a Bible-based, video content platform created for the purpose of discipling people on their faith journey. With the entertainment world driven by visual content. How can the church create high art, great content without compromising the gospel message? What does it look like to create safe spaces for the church to engage in multiple faith-based conversations without straying from core beliefs? Listen to this week's episode as Troy and Brian discuss these questions and more.
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We all know that charity is good but it can be done badly. How do we wisely engage the complicated issues of our world in a way that leads to real human flourishing? It's amazing to see what's possible when Jesus inspires both our heart and mind guided by the Holy Spirit. On this episode of the AC Podcast, Andy Steiger sits down with Kim Tan to discuss how a Christian can be both good hearted and smart minded.
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This week on the AC Podcast, we recap our final major event of the year—the Apologetics Canada Conference: Can I Trust the Bible? Held at Glad Tidings Church in Burlington, Ontario, the conference brought together the entire AC team and over 300 attendees for a weekend of engaging sessions. As always, the Q&A segments were a highlight, though time didn’t allow us to address every question. In this episode, the team tackles some of the notable questions submitted by attendees.
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Is Christian history the deepest explanation of the modern world? Today in the west, many consider the church to be dead or dying. Christianity is seen as outdated, bigoted and responsible for many of society’s problems. This leaves many believers embarrassed about their faith and many outsiders wary of religion. But what if the Christian message is not the enemy of our modern Western values, but the very thing that makes sense of them? In this episode Glen Scrivener engages in a conversation with Wesley Huff live at the AC Conference: "Can I Trust the Bible?" in Burlington Ontario. Glen shares how the story of how the teachings of Jesus not only turned the ancient world upside down, but continue to underpin the way we think of life, worth, and meaning. Far from being a relic from the past, the distinctive ideas of Christianity, such as freedom, kindness, progress and equality, are a crucial part of the air that we breathe.
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For as long as the Christian faith has existed, interpretations of biblical doctrine have varied from one church to the next. But there's a significant difference between contextual interpretations of non-salvific issues and the outright teaching of false doctrine or a false gospel. So, what happens when someone’s teachings seem to fall somewhere between orthodoxy and heterodoxy, if that's even possible? This week on the AC Podcast, Troy, Andy, and Wes discuss the complexities of "Calling Out False Teachers" and explore what it means to defend the faith with grace, authority, and, when needed, a touch of nuance.
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Humanity has certainly accomplished remarkable feats through science and engineering. But how do these very useful human enterprises work? Do they stand by themselves or do they need something more? Andy, Steve, and Wes are back for a continued discussion on the dialogue between Richard Dawkins and Jordan Peterson as they delve into the “myth” of science in this week’s edition of the AC Podcast.
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The now-famous Canadian Psychologist Jordan Peterson recently released a discussion he had with prominent atheist Richard Dawkins (moderated by YouTuber Alex O'Connor - aka Cosmic Skeptic). Titled "Memes and Archetypes: Dawkins vs. Peterson," a prominent portion of the discussion focused around whether Peterson actually believes supernatural events like the virgin birth and resurrection actually took place. Andy, Steve, and Wes sat down for this week's podcast to comment on their conversation, specifically addressing the question: does it matter if we actually believe these biblical events happened if their archetypal significance reigns supreme?
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One of the most challenging and often overlooked topics in the church is sexual integrity. This week on the AC Podcast, Troy sits down with Bryan and Bonnie Pue, founders of "The Union Movement" and AC Adjunct speakers. From purity culture to today’s views on sexual identity, Bryan and Bonnie share their testimony and their passion for Jesus and His Word as they engage a confused and hurting culture. Ministry is a family affair for them, and in this episode, they offer a glimpse into their journey of faith and ministry.
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"Lights, camera, action—cue the egregious blood splatter!" Increasingly, films rely heavily on shockingly, and often grotesque, depictions of violence—ranging from mutilations to various forms of assault. What is equally shocking is how some Hollywood actors and filmmakers, who portray these graphic scenes, can be so hypocritical when they condemn real-world violence. On this week's episode, Troy and Andy are joined by filmmaker Sam McLoughlin, a friend of AC, to discuss the entertainment of violence and what it says about us.
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In a recent email we received the question, "Why can’t we add books to the Bible today?” On this week’s podcasts Wes and Andy sat down to talk about what the biblical canon really is, why its authors matter, and why the Bible’s table of contents is in fact a closed case.
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Rock star Bon Jovi has received much media attention lately. Seeing a woman standing on the edge of a bridge, he cared enough to talk her out of jumping. She eventually came over the railing and received a big hug from him. Bon Jovi’s kindness was praised and resonated deeply with many. Yet, this heroic act of kindness also inadvertently reveals a culture deeply at odds with itself. Join Andy, Steve, and Troy as they discuss how our culture simultaneously champions those who want to end their life and those who talk people out of it.
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You may have heard the gospel many times but can you put the good news of Jesus into your own words? How do you personally explain what salvation is? Some people are intimidated to share the gospel in fear that there's a right or wrong way. Yes, there is wrong doctrine but is there a right way to share the gospel? In the New Testament, the gospel is explained in many different ways. Jesus had a simple yet profound way of teaching what he offered. This week on the AC Podcast, "The Quad" discusses New Testament approaches and their own personal way of sharing the gospel.
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Parenting comes with responsibilities. On that much, just about everyone can agree. But how should we hold parents responsible for the crimes of their children? And to what end? Such questions are being raised again in the wake of yet another school shouting in the US, this time in Georgia. Using this incident as a springboard, Andy, Steve, and Troy jump into a discussion about parenting, responsibility, birth rates, the State and other related cultural issues in this week’s edition of the AC Podcast.
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In some circles, there has been a recent increase in the awareness of the importance of Judaeo-Christian values for the Western civilization. From the abolition of slavery to the rise of modern science, these values have played a foundational role. But what do you do with slavery in the Bible? What do you do with Paul’s teaching against women teaching men? What about the Church’s opposition to Galileo? Andy, Steve, and Wes are back this week as they continue to offer their reactions to the dialogue between Alex O’Connor and Ben Shapiro.
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Are you freely choosing to read this? Or did something else cause you to do this very thing at this very moment, whether you liked it or not? Most people would say yes to the first part of this question, thinking that this is self-evident. After all, you could stop reading this if you wanted to. But what if, foundationally, this world is made up of nothing more than colliding particles? What if that sense of choice you have is nothing but a (very convincing) illusion? What does that mean for our lives? What does that mean for you reading this at this very moment? Join Andy, Steve, and Wes as they discuss the everyday consequences of a world made up of mere particles.
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Critical Race Theory (CRT) is a well-known term today, but it comes with complexities, nuances, and the potential for misuse on all sides. The conversation around CRT is revealing that it’s a much larger global issue than many may have realized. In this week's episode of the AC Podcast, Troy and Andy interview South African Pastor and PhD student Johan Erasmus. Tune in to hear how Johan's upbringing and his PhD studies in race and reconciliation provide an essential perspective on this worldwide issue.
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Faithful Christian living requires that we treat the Bible seriously. If the Bible really is the word of God as Christians believe it to be, then to take the Bible lightly means to take God lightly. But what does this “serious reading” look like when we actually sit down with a Bible in hand? Should we read it literally or should we read it literarily? What is a metaphor? How does it work and how does it impact the way we read God’s word? Andy, Wes, and Steve are back this week on the AC Podcast to discuss these questions and more.
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If you're a Christian, you've likely participated in The Lord's Supper. If you're not, but have visited a church before, maybe you've seen it being done. Despite denominational differences within Christianity, two sacraments (or ordinances, if you prefer) remain at the centre of Christian worship and practice: Communion and baptism. But what is actually accomplished when these ordinances are carried out? What might be the differences in practice and understanding? Do they matter? Andy, Steve, and Wes come together on this week's episode to share their thoughts and experiences on the significance and differences of the sacraments, particularly Communion.
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