The Universe Next Door

A Pagan Christmas? Saturnalia and Christmas Trees (Part 1)

Send us your Questions and Comments HereDid the modern Christmas holiday borrow its celebrations and festivities from the pagan Roman holiday Saturnalia? What early sources are there to demonstrate this? Should Christians celebrate Christmas? Are Christmas trees forbidden by God in the Bible? Join us for the first part of our Christmas series and be sure to check out next week's episode on whether or not our kids should believe in Santa Claus!Send your Christmas questions to information@apologetics.orgWhen Was Jesus Actually Born?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11965258-when-was-jesus-actually-bornThe Truth Behind Worshiping Idols:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12290812-the-terrifying-truth-behind-worshiping-idolsArticle Referenced: https://www.history.com/topics/ancient-rome/saturnaliaSupport the show

How Should Christians Deal with AI? | John Lennox

Send us your Questions and Comments HereHow should Christian’s view artificial intelligence? Is it sinful to use it? What different types of AI are there? How concerned should our society be? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr John Lennox to discuss the growing phenomenon.Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our new Christmas series!This episode was recorded in the summer of 2022Support the show

Why You Should Watch the Wingfeather Saga | Brock Starnes and Garrett Taylor

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhy should we care about what our children watch on TV? Is it possible for both kids and parents to enjoy watching something filled with purpose and creativity rather than shows that seek to smuggle in anti-Christian messages? What goes into taking an imaginative storybook and turning it into something visual and tangible? Brock Starnes and Garrett Taylor join Nick Shalna to talk about the upcoming 2nd season of the Wingfeather Saga and why should check out the 1st season with your family. Send your Christmas questions now to information@apologetics.org for our upcoming seriesWatch the Wingfeather Saga now here!https://www.angel.com/watch/wingfeather-sagaAwesome Sweatshirt:https://shop.angel.com/products/sea-dragons-hoodieSupport the show

Tomorrow’s Interview and Big Change Coming to The Universe Next Door

Send us your Questions and Comments HereMake sure you come back tomorrow for the interview with Brock and Garrett!In the meantime email your Christmas questions to information@apologetics.orgAnd check out some more awesome episodes:The Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and Indulgences:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13883319-the-reformation-catholic-catechism-and-indulgencesFighting Child Grooming:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13700312-what-it-looks-like-to-fight-child-grooming-billboard-chris-defeating-defeatism-doom-and-groomHow Should I Treat Extra-Terrestrial Space Aliens?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13593070-liar-lunatic-or-aliens-what-are-we-do-to-with-ufo-s-uap-s-and-aliensSupport the show

How to Prove that God Doesn’t Exist

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat does it mean to exist? If someone asks you if you can prove that God exists, what would you say? What role does evidence play in the life of the Christian? Is faith based on a lack of evidence? Join us as we break down the question of God's existence and how to respond.Is the New Testament Terribly Altered and Untrustworthy?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11224460-is-the-new-testament-terribly-altered-and-untrustworthy-dan-wallace-why-should-i-trust-the-new-testament-pt-1Why the Evidence for the Resurrection is Overwhelming:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12577844-why-the-evidence-for-the-resurrection-is-overwhelming-gary-habermasWho Were the Magi?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11932776-who-were-the-magi-understanding-and-defending-christmas-part-2Support the show

DNA: The Orchestra in Your Cells | Dr. Tom Woodward

Send us your Questions and Comments HereDo you have any idea of the complexity of each one of your cells? Do you feel like you need a Ph.D. even to begin thinking about DNA and biology? What are some new groundbreaking discoveries in the area of genetics? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr. Tom Woodward, speaker at Apologetics Inc. and Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute, to talk about science being a road to God rather than a detour from a Creator. DNA and Beyond Website:https://www.apologetics.org/dna-and-beyondLong Story Short Videos:https://www.youtube.com/@LongStoryShortVideosJohn Lennox and Artificial Intelligence:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/10825725-should-we-be-concerned-with-artificial-intelligence-dr-john-lennoxSupport the show

How Original is Original Sin and Is Mary Divine?

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhere does the idea of original guilt come from? Are we punished for the sin of Adam? Was Augustine dependent upon a faulty translation of the Bible? What does the Roman Catholic church believe about Mary and how does it tie in with the view of original sin that you might hold?Sophie is a 2-year-old girl in the ICU who needs our help:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13910100-sophie-is-a-2-year-girl-in-the-icu-who-needs-our-helpThe Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and Indulgences:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13883319-the-reformation-catholic-catechism-and-indulgencesSupport the show

Sophie is a 2 Year Girl in the ICU Who Needs Our Help

Send us your Questions and Comments HereIf you are able to give to help Sophie and her family, please do not hesitate. Also be sure to share the Gofundme link on social media or with friends, family, and church. https://www.gofundme.com/f/sophies-fight-back-to-health?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customerSupport the show

The Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and Indulgences

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat actually prompted the Reformation and what differences between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism remain today?Support the show

What did the Reformation Actually Accomplish and is it Over Yet?

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat did the figures of the reformation seek to do? Did the Reformation start with Martin Luther or were their other figures lurking in the shadows? What is the Council of Trent and did the Roman Catholic church have their own reformation? What does the Catholic Catechism say today that would still be in disagreement with Protestant doctrine?  Join us tomorrow night at 6 pm EST as we uncover the truth of one of the most significant periods of church history!In the meantime, check out these episodes:Did Jesus abolish the Law?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13453016-did-jesus-abolish-the-law-laying-down-the-law-series-pt-2Who were the Nephilim?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13026899-who-were-the-nephilim-the-beginning-of-sexual-transgressionSupport the show