The Universe Next Door

What do we do with Doubt? | Gary Habermas

Send us your Questions and Comments HereDr. Gary Habermas joins Nick Shalna and Michael Sherrard to discuss the different ways that doubt can manifest itself in the life of the believer as well as in the life of the nonbeliever. Make sure to check out part 2 of this interview where Dr Gary gives us evidence for the resurrection and the best approach to sharing it in conversation!Dr Gary's most recent book:https://www.amazon.com/Risen-Indeed-Historical-Investigation-Resurrection/dp/1683595491/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=risen+indeed&qid=1650920055&sr=8-1The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus:https://www.amazon.com/Case-Resurrection-Jesus-Gary-Habermas/dp/0825427886/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SC2O6Y2RSI3D&keywords=the+case+for+the+resurrection+of+jesus&qid=1650920090&sprefix=the+case+for+the+re%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-1Support the show

What was the Nature of Jesus’ Resurrected Body? [Defending the Resurrection Series Pt. 7]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat was the state of Jesus body when He rose from the dead? Was He a ghost or a spirit? Why didn't the Apostles recognize Jesus when they first saw Him post mortem?  What are the implications that this has on our own bodies after we die? Join us as Nick Shalna looks at what the Apostle Paul has to say about Jesus' resurrected body and how it relates to usDon't forget to share the Universe Next Door with a friend!Support the show

Is the Resurrection Based on Mythology? [Defending the Resurrection Series Pt. 6]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat do you say when a friend or coworker makes a claim such as "The resurrection is obviously based on mythology"?  Is the resurrection of Jesus based on myth and legend, such as Osiris and Horus, and can this argument hold up? Where and when did this objection originate? Find out how to defend the truth of the resurrection against these common accusations on The Universe Next DoorBy the way, share The Universe Next Door Podcast with a friend!Support the show

The God Forsaken Son? | Dr. Christopher Gates

Send us your Questions and Comments HereOn this Good Friday special episode, Nick Shalna and Dr. Christopher Gates discuss the famous notion that Jesus was forsaken and separated from God the Father on the cross at Golgotha. Is this really true and what implications does it have for you and your theology? What about the concept of the Trinity being inseparable and God promising not to leave or forsake us? What does Jesus' cry of dereliction, "My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" actually mean?Oh! And check out Dr. Christopher's podcast Ravel:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ravel/id1460638854Support the show

Do the Gospels Agree on the Resurrection? | Mike Licona [Defending the Resurrection Series Pt. 5]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna and Dr. Tom Woodward interview Dr. Mike Licona, Historian and expert on the resurrection, to find out how reliable the New Testament Gospels are including the 500 witnesses mentioned in 1 Corinthians 15 and Carl Sagan's famous claim that "extraordinary events require extraordinary evidence"Mike’s Website: RisenJesus.comMike’s most recent book:https://www.amazon.com/Resurrection-Jesus-New-Historiographical-Approach/dp/0830827196/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=O9J8LG85XZ5L&keywords=mike+licona&qid=1649810538&sprefix=mike+licona%2Caps%2C244&sr=8-3Support the show

Was Jesus Body Stolen from the Tomb? (Conspiracy Theory) [Defending the Resurrection Series pt. 4]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna discusses the popular objection that the body of Jesus of Nazareth was stolen from the tomb, therefore defeating the Christian proclamation of the resurrection. How can we defend against this theory that is sure to come up in conversation?Support the show

Did Jesus Really Die on the Cross? (Swoon Theory) [Defending the Resurrection Series Pt. 3]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna discusses the "Swoon" theory which suggests that Jesus didn't actually die on the cross but only appeared to be dead.  Can the swoon theory replace the historical Christian belief of Jesus death on the cross,  therefore eliminating the possibility of the resurrection? Does this argument have any validity to it and how can we respond to it?Support the show

Do Scholars have the Resurrection all Wrong? [Defending the Resurrection Series pt. 2] with John Lingelbach

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna and John Lingelbach discuss examining the private tomb and empty tomb with the same historical tools/standards as that of the death of Tiberius Caesar. Do secular scholars look at the Gospels in an attempt to dismiss them based on naturalist bias, opposed to objective historical observation? Support the show

Why does the Resurrection Matter? [Defending the Resurrection Series Pt. 1]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna explains the importance of the question "Why does the Resurrection matter? So what if Jesus raised from the dead." Join us for the rest of our Resurrection series!Support the show

Do We Have the Gospel All Wrong? (James 2:24)

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna discusses the true meaning of James 2:24, the passage that some suggest defends a works based GospelSupport the show