The Universe Next Door

Recognizing Memorial Day

Send us your Questions and Comments HereThank you to all of you who have served/are serving our country, as well as those who have lost family and friends who have served. We will see you back here tomorrow night at 6 pm on the Universe Next Door for our episode on the biblical idea of election. Support the show

Q&A: Revelation, the Holy Spirit, Heaven, Salvation

Send us your Questions and Comments HereIn this month's Q&A, questions are sent in about the Holy Spirit in the book Revelation, the idea of God "blotting out" from the book of Life, Romans 9, and salvation in addition to others!Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for the Q&A on the last Friday of June!Why is Romans 9 So Highly Debated?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12809463-why-romans-9-is-so-highly-debatedJesus in the Old Testament:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11524197-is-jesus-the-visible-god-in-the-old-testament-colossians-1-15What is the Resurrected Body?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/10480851-what-was-the-nature-of-jesus-resurrected-body-defending-the-resurrection-series-pt-7Support the show

The Real Reason Jesus Overturned the Tables of the Money Changers

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhy did Jesus flip the tables of the money changers and sellers of sacrifices? Does this passage mean that we can't buy and sell at churches to any degree? What details in this passage can help us to understand what's really going on? How can the relationship between Jew and Gentile in this passage help us understand what's going on in our Romans 9-11 series that will continue next week?Send in your questions to information@apologetics.org now for our next Q&A! *Also, I meant to mention in the episode, Jesus did not clear out the people with whips, only the sheep and cattle (John 2:15)Scott Stripling Curse Tablet:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12853648-this-might-be-the-biggest-archeological-discovery-of-our-lifetime-curse-tablet-scott-striplingThe True Meaning of Romans 9:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12809463-why-romans-9-is-so-highly-debatedHow to Understand Predestination:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12386467-how-should-we-understand-predestination-and-foreknowledgeShould We Listen to Bethel, Hillsong, etc?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11313129-should-i-listen-to-music-from-bethel-hillsong-and-elevation-full-episodeSupport the show

This Might Be the Biggest Archeological Discovery of Our Lifetime (Curse Tablet) | Scott Stripling

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews Scott Stripling-- archeologist and author, on the famous recent curse tablet discovery. Why is this tablet so incredibly significant to biblical history? What is a curse tablet? How was it found? What goes into making biblical discoveries in archeology? Was everything done legally and why has there been pushback? Send your questions to information@apologetics.org right now for our next Q&A released on Friday 5/26 at 5 pm!Peer-Reviewed Publication:https://heritagesciencejournal.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s40494-023-00920-9Scott's Website:https://www.scottstripling.net/aboutSupport the show

Why Romans 9 is So Highly Debated (Romans 9-11 Series)

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhy is Romans 9 one of the most disagreed upon chapters in the Bible? What is the Apostle Paul really intending to communicate and how should it be understood?  Are some individually chosen for salvation and some to be damned? Join us as we examine one of the most famous chapters in the Bible.Send your questions to information@apologetics.org now for our next Q&A!Foreknowledge and Predestination:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12386467-how-should-we-understand-predestination-and-foreknowledgeUntwisting Scripture - Commonly Misunderstood Bible Verses:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12432653-untwisting-scripture-the-most-misunderstood-bible-verses-and-concepts-part-1Support the show

How to Have Difficult Conversations About Cultural Topics

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat do you do when someone makes a statement opposite to your faith and you feel defensive and put on the spot? How can we encourage someone to rethink their position while maintaining respect and patience? What will you say when someone claims: "It's a woman's right to choose" or, "Love is love. Who someone marries is not your business"? Believe it or not, you can engage in these discussions confidently and make a difference without having all of the answers! Are you prepared to defend the truth?Send your questions to information@apologetics.org now for the next Q&A that will be released on May 26!Episode with Greg Koukl on discussing your faith with others:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11346197-how-to-effectively-share-and-defend-your-faith-in-a-conversation-greg-kouklEpisode with Scott Klusendorf on the issues with abortion:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/10706342-responding-to-the-most-common-pro-choice-arguments-scott-klusendorfSupport the show

Q&A: The Catholic Church, Christian Authors, Christian Nationalism

Send us your Questions and Comments HereJoin us for our monthly Q&A and be sure to send in your questions for next months question and answer to information@apologetics.orgEpisodes mentioned:Patterns of Evidence with Tim Mahoney:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12722767-what-goes-into-making-movies-about-the-bible-tim-mahoneyPredestination and Foreknowledge: https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12386467-how-should-we-understand-predestination-and-foreknowledgeFaith vs Works James 2:24:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/10270832-do-we-have-the-gospel-all-wrong-james-2-24Support the show

Mount Sinai, the Middle East and Patterns of Evidence | Tim Mahoney

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews Tim Mahoney, writer and director of the Patterns of Evidence films, about his new movie: Journey to Mount Sinai Part 2. What goes into making a movie in the Middle East about the truth of Scripture? What are the difficulties involved? Join us in supporting Bible-based movies and content!Send your questions to information@apologetics.org right now for the Q&A that will be released this Friday night at 5 pm!Tickets and information for the new Patterns of Evidence movie on May 15 and 17:https://www.patternsofevidence.com/mtsinai/Support the show

Can’t Wait for This

Send us your Questions and Comments HereJoin us tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6 pm for the new episode!In the meantime, send your questions to information@apologetics.org for the Q&A that will be released Friday at 5 pm!Check out one of our favorite recent interviews with Os Guinness:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12245298-what-is-the-biggest-danger-facing-the-church-today-os-guinnessDo you understand the nature of Christ?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12010425-how-to-understand-jesus-nature-as-the-god-manSupport the show

Influential Story: From Rockstar to Christian Professor | With Tom Woodward

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews Dr. Tom Woodward, the founder of the Universe Next Door, on one of the most influential people he's ever met. Bill Tsamis, a former student of Dr. Woodward, went from being a member of a touring metal band to a professor at Trinity College of Florida. How did it happen? Why is this story so influential? Join us to hear Bill's story which should be a movie script!Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A which will be released Friday 4/28 at 5 pm!Check out other incredibly influential conversion stories:Becket Cook - https://www.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/11024909Kasim Hafeez - https://www.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/10893996Support the show