The Universe Next Door

Former Scientologist, Thetans, John Travolta & Demonic Influences | Athena Dean Holtz

Send us your Questions and Comments HereHave you ever wondered what goes on in the mystical world of Scientology? Well you'll have your questions answered. Nick Shalna interviews Athena Dean Holtz, a former Scientologist who had held a high up position at the Celebrity Centre (yes, they have one) as an OT-3 Sea Org. The discussion uncovers scandal, spiritual abuse, Scientology insider language and concepts such as "Thetans" and the E-meter, and how to prayerfully share the truth of Christ with those in Scientology. Don't forget to "follow" the podcast and share this episode with a friend!Athena Dean Holtz's book Full Circle:https://www.amazon.com/Full-Circle-Coming-Home-Faithfulness-ebook/dp/B0732PTXRR/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H68CBXXRRU86&keywords=athena+dean+holtz&qid=1659927295&sprefix=athena+dean+holtz%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-1Athena's Website:https://athenadeanholtz.com/Nick's Episode on Worship/False Teaching on Ravel:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nick-shalna-apologetics-worship-and-ratatouille/id1460638854?i=1000559255588Support the show

The Teenage & Young Adult Exodus from the Church | Mike Sherrard

Send us your Questions and Comments HereToday on the Universe Next Door, Nick Shalna and Michael Sherrard (President of the CS Lewis Society) talk about the plaguing issue of teenagers and young adults leaving the church in multitudes. Why is this happening? What questions and concerns are younger church goers having? What can we do about it and are there obvious things that need to change or be restored? Join us as we dive into this issue that is affecting the church and the next generation of believers at large.If you're someone with a question on faith or worldview, please email us at information@apologetics.orgDon't forget to leave a podcast review! TUND Survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pW3R_zw-fXfcRTpRMsXJS1mblCuZkwfFZ0SoBoJ_n84/viewform?edit_requested=true7x7 Conversations:https://7x7conversations.org/Nick's Episode on Worship Music on the Ravel Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ravel/id1460638854Support the show

Amazing Ex-Gay Conversion Story and Sharing the Gospel with LGBTQ+ | Becket Cook

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews Becket Cook on how to share the Gospel with those who identify as LGBTQ+. Becket starts off with his incredible testimony on coming to Christ and leaving homosexuality, fame and relationships behind for the one that matters most: his relationship with Jesus Christ. Nick and Becket also discuss the harm in "playing God" that comes about as a result of the transgender ideology that is being pushed on our culture. How do we stand on the solid foundation of Christ in such difficult situations?The Universe Next Door Survey/Free Book Drawing:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pW3R_zw-fXfcRTpRMsXJS1mblCuZkwfFZ0SoBoJ_n84/viewform?edit_requested=trueBecket Cooks Website:https://www.becketcook.com/Beckets Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/BecketCookTUND Episode on LGBTQ+ w/ Sean McDowell:https://www.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/10747452Support the show

Diving into the Mystery of Epigenetics | Dr Berkley Gryder & Dr Tom Woodward

Send us your Questions and Comments HereThis week on The Universe Next Door is a guided tour of dazzling new discoveries found in the nucleus of every cell in our bodies. We are joined by Dr. Berkley Gryder, a biochemist and young pioneer in the areas of medical epigenetics in treatment of childhood cancers.  His epigenetics lab at Case Western Reserve in Ohio has revealed a cellular landscape possessing a shocking level of "functional density."  The implications for the Darwin/design question are clear. Support the show

The Buranyi Breakthrough: Is it Finally Time to Move on from Darwin? | Dr Paul Nelson & Dr Tom Woodward

Send us your Questions and Comments HereIn this episode of The Universe Next Door, Dr Tom Woodward interviews Dr Paul Nelson (Discovery Institute) on a new groundbreaking article from The Guardian, a secular organization. In this article, Stephen Buranyi points to the current crisis in Darwinian evolution in which a growing number of scientists believe that it's time to move on from Darwinism, at least in its current state. The Universe Next Door Survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pW3R_zw-fXfcRTpRMsXJS1mblCuZkwfFZ0SoBoJ_n84/viewform?edit_requested=truePaul Nelson:https://www.discovery.org/p/nelson/The Guardian Article:https://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/jun/28/do-we-need-a-new-theory-of-evolutionSupport the show

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