The Universe Next Door

Continuing the Fight After Roe v. Wade Feat. Dr Christopher Gates

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat do you do when  you’re hanging out with a group of friends and someone says “I hate abortion, but…”? Nick Shalna discusses some key ways to  continue the fight for life and against abortion with Roe v. Wade now removed as an obstacle. Later he is joined by Dr Christopher Gates of the Ravel podcast to refute and respond to some of the most popular prochoice memes and talking points currently going around on social media, family gatherings and the work place. The Universe Next Door Survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13tYzUbq9scHJk5G_N7RHaUHOy8PiA008Xj54LH6piXc/editAbortion Episode with Scott Klusendorf:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/10706342-post-roe-v-wade-responding-to-the-most-common-pro-choice-arguments-scott-klusendorfThe Ravel Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ravel/id1460638854Abortion Interview with Scott Klusendorf:https://www.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/10922382Support the show

Ex Muslim’s Incredible Christian Conversion Story | Kasim Hafeez (Star of the Movie ”Never Again”)

Send us your Questions and Comments HereHave you ever wondered what it would be like for a dedicated Muslim to make the radical decision to put their faith in Jesus Christ and have their life, their surroundings and relationships transformed? Have you ever considered what thoughts are going through someones mind as they plan to join a terrorist group? Nick Shalna interviews Kasim Hafeez, an Ex Muslim who is a host at Christians United for Israel and star of the movie Never Again, to get a unique perspective on these  questions as someone who was radicalized as a teenager as he touches on the problems of victim mentality, the differences between Christianity and Islam, and the plot of his movie opposing antisemitism: Never Again!The Universe Next Door Listener Survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13tYzUbq9scHJk5G_N7RHaUHOy8PiA008Xj54LH6piXc/editNever Again Movie:https://www.amazon.com/Never-Again-Irving-Roth/dp/B09S6C665H/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ZLRSJBCX1DP1&keywords=Kasim+Hafeez&qid=1656779863&sprefix=kasim+hafeez%2Caps%2C553&sr=8-1Christians United for Israel:https://cufi.org/Support the show

What is Identity Politics & How Do We Respond? | Mark Hartman

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna is joined by friend and pastor Mark Hartman to talk about the idea of identity politics that has become so prevalent in our culture. How should a Christian view themselves and identify? What is it that gives us value, and are the answers to the value and meaning of life unique to the Christian worldview? Understanding who we are is crucial to being able to navigate through the difficulties that life brings. The Universe Next Door Survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13tYzUbq9scHJk5G_N7RHaUHOy8PiA008Xj54LH6piXc/viewform?edit_requested=trueMark's Church Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-cast/id1608429055Support the show

Should we be concerned with Artificial Intelligence? | Dr John Lennox

Send us your Questions and Comments HereAt this point we've all heard a range of thoughts and opinions about Artificial Intelligence. What dangers are involved with AI? What should we be aware of as Christian believers or otherwise? Does manmade intelligence play a role in Biblical end times prophecy? Acclaimed apologist Dr John Lennox helps navigate us through these issues and gives us something to think about regarding Artificial IntelligenceThe Universe Next Door Survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13tYzUbq9scHJk5G_N7RHaUHOy8PiA008Xj54LH6piXc/viewform?edit_requested=trueJohn Lennox's Book on Artificial Intelligence:https://www.amazon.com/2084-Artificial-Intelligence-Future-Humanity/dp/0310109566/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3UDEA9SZ2ONUR&keywords=john+lennox+2084&qid=1655760090&sprefix=john+lennox+208%2Caps%2C335&sr=8-1Support the show

Special Release: Becoming CS Lewis | Max McLean

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews Max McLean, the star of The Most Reluctant Convert movie, on what it took to become CS Lewis on stage and on screen, the influence that Lewis had on Max, and some of the most impacting highlights in his work. Survey/Free Book Drawing: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13tYzUbq9scHJk5G_N7RHaUHOy8PiA008Xj54LH6piXc/viewform?edit_requested=trueMax McLeans website:https://listenersbible.com/about-max-mclean/Support the show

Cancel Culture and Corruption in Entertainment | Kevin Sorbo

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews actor Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, God's Not Dead) on his experience as a Christian conservative in Hollywood. How do we respond to cancel culture? Why are we seeing so much corruption and ideology in movies and television? Is there any hope for family centered entertainment? Kevin provides a unique perspective on these cultural issues as someone who's witnessed them all first hand. Kevin Sorbos Websites:Sorbostudios.comhttp://www.kevinsorbo.net/Support the show

Discussing LGBTQ+ and Defining Sexuality | Sean McDowell

Send us your Questions and Comments HereThis week on our new series focused on responding to cultural and ethical issues, Nick Shalna and Mike Sherrard have a conversation with Dr Sean McDowell on how to define sexuality from a biblical standpoint and how a Christian can engage in the LGBTQ+ discussion with both truth and grace. We also get a sneak peak at Sean's soon to be released book, A Rebel's Manifesto coming out July 5!Don't forget to share The Universe Next Door with a friend and check out our short Podcast  survey/book drawing at Apologetics.orgSurvey/Free Book Drawing: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13tYzUbq9scHJk5G_N7RHaUHOy8PiA008Xj54LH6piXc/viewform?edit_requested=trueSean McDowells New Book:https://www.amazon.com/Rebels-Manifesto-Choosing-Justice-Todays/dp/1496443926/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TY4U20QX1IWQ&keywords=a+rebels+manifesto&qid=1654547866&sprefix=a+rebels+manifesto%2Caps%2C381&sr=8-1Chasing Love: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Love-Relationships-Confused-Culture/dp/1087707293/ref=sr_1_omk_3?crid=K9YMM8R1Y6Y3&keywords=chasing+love&qid=1654547900&sprefix=chasing+love%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-3Sean's Website:https://seanmcdowell.org/Support the show

Responding to the Most Common Pro-Choice Arguments | Scott Klusendorf

Send us your Questions and Comments HereIn the first episode of our brand new series aimed at responding to cultural and ethical issues, Nick Shalna and Mike Sherrard (President of the CS Lewis Society) interview Scott Klusendorf to discuss issues regarding the topic of abortion such as how to continue the fight for life after Roe V Wade is potentially overturned, what the major issues with abortion are, and how to answer the most common pro-choice arguments. We pray that you would have the courage to share this episode or start a conversation with a friend!Scott's book The Case for Life: https://www.amazon.com/Case-Life-Equipping-Christians-Culture/dp/1433503204/ref=sr_1_1?crid=HQ8OQD1O6BPC&keywords=the+case+for+life&qid=1653929123&sprefix=the+case+for+life%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1Scott's Website - Life Training Institute: https://prolifetraining.com/about-speaker/scott-klusendorf/Support the show

Biochemist: Did Science Get Evolution Backwards and How Complex is Life? | Michael Behe [Doubts About Darwinism Series]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews Dr. Michael Behe (Biochemist, prominent author and professor) on a wide variety of topics relating to evolution such as the irreducible complexity of life, the idea of genes breaking and the difference between science now and 150 years ago when Darwin's theory was born. If you are under the impression that we already know everything about biology, join us as Dr. Behe informs us of radical discoveries made just over the last 20 years!Dr Behe's most recent book Darwin Devolves:https://www.amazon.com/Darwin-Devolves-Science-Challenges-Evolution/dp/0062842668/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KEXYL7POJFAL&keywords=darwin+devolves&qid=1652987009&sprefix=darwin+devolves%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1Dr. Behe's Website:Michaelbehe.comSupport the show

Would Darwin Think Differently About Evolution Today? | Stephen Meyer (Pt. 2) [Doubts About Darwinism Series]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna continues the conversation with Dr. Stephen Meyer (Director of the Discovery Institute) on the Cambrian Explosion, issues with evolution, and whether or not Darwin would still hold the views today that he held in 1859 if he were still around. Make sure to check out Part 1 of this interview!Dr Meyer's newest book The Return of the God Hypothesis:https://www.amazon.com/Return-God-Hypothesis-Compelling-Scientific/dp/0062071505/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SU6X71JCIYHO&keywords=the+return+of+the+god+hypothesis&qid=1652735249&sprefix=the+return+of+the+Go%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-1Darwins Doubt:https://www.amazon.com/Darwins-Doubt-Explosive-Origin-Intelligent/dp/0062071483/ref=sr_1_1?crid=115J5X78I78KN&keywords=darwins+doubt&qid=1652735278&sprefix=darwins+doubt%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-1Dr Meyer's Websites:https://returnofthegodhypothesis.com/https://www.discovery.org/Support the show