The Universe Next Door

What definitely DIDN’T Happen at Babel (Response to Kristi Burke) [Are you sure you know Pt.1]

Send us your Questions and Comments HereIn the first episode of the "Are you sure you know what that verse means" series, Nick Shalna responds to a video from a popular Youtuber on the story of the Tower of Babel. What really happened in Genesis 11? Why does God say let "us" go down? Is this story just a myth? Why is context so important when interpreting the Bible?Send any questions you have to information@apologetics.org for our Good Friday Q&A!Kristi Burke's Video on Babel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-w56ZgxQg2AWho is the Divine Council?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12196148-the-view-that-changed-the-way-i-read-my-bible-divine-council-worldviewWhy Does Jesus Say "you are gods" (Reaction to James White and John Piper):https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14635232-why-does-jesus-say-you-are-gods-james-white-and-john-piper-responseSupport the show

Are You Sure You Know What That Verse Means?

Send us your Questions and Comments HereJoin us next week for a brand new series on rethinking some popular interpretations that may not capture the full meaning of what the original author and God intended for a passage!What does it mean to be "As the stars in heaven"?Did Joshua really make the sun stand still in the sky?Is David and Goliath more than simply a heroic story?Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of the month!Did the Israelites view the Stars as Angels?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14595788-were-stars-viewed-as-angels-in-the-bibleApple Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/were-stars-viewed-as-angels-in-the-bible/id1464590061?i=1000647440678Support the show

Former-Psychic: Communicating with Spirits, Tarot Cards, Ouija Boards, Demons | Jenn Nizza

Send us your Questions and Comments HereHave you ever wondered what psychics actually do or where they get their information? Are Ouija Boards and Tarot Cards real?  Is it possible to communicate with the dead or with demonic forces? What is Automatic Writing? What does the Bible have to say about these issues? Nick Shalna has a conversation with Jenn Nizza, a former psychic who is now a Christian believer, on how spiritual warfare plays out in the life of a psychic versus the life of a Christian. Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of the month!Jenn's Website Podcast:https://www.expsychicsaved.com/Jenn's Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@ExpsychicsavedSimilar Episodes on TUNDFormer Scientologist and Demonic Influence:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11097287-former-scientologist-thetans-john-travolta-demonic-influences-athena-dean-holtzSupport the show

Were Stars Viewed as Angels in the Bible?

Send us your Questions and Comments HereIt's common for us to read our modern scientific findings into the text of the Bible, but what did the ancient Israelites actually believe about cosmology and the formation of the earth? Did they believe the stars were fiery gas balls millions of miles away, or did they believe they were divine beings? How would a view of a smaller and more compact universe affect the way they looked at culture and meaning? If they had something wrong about science, does that diminish the view of inspiration and inerrancy? Thursday night event details at Mosaic church NPR:https://mosaicnpr.org/Send your questions now to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of March!John Walton's book referenced:https://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Near-Eastern-Thought-Testament/dp/1540960218/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FZT9D45OTYOD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.OVLl2mCXEzVtStapEKBHmdMpQJXV8CscqjC7CyTyc_9va8b1-wMRm13afT8aG6NQCl7EwOaTnBvnnNi-yUPojz7hdhQJ_WiS-S9NrymNla6hLDc1QyJllrwSp0M-RPGErMeuPwz-cGJplbDakF5bfycfXZNyc6jDf7BWx0gLjZFydU0TaxXq6oGmkJRgkBDtM59SykWSa83yeVwkeSjDR1g9c4nWOzJ0MAZrHohhPvg.UBxgLEuUAtIzlEd9GuOD70gYmTPh9vDLLGl0sQGR7S4&dib_tag=se&keywords=john+walton+ancient+near+eastern+thought&qid=1709149795&sprefix=john+w%2Caps%2C2286&sr=8-1The Divine Council Worldview:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14285820-the-divine-council-and-the-significance-of-70Support the show

Former-Psychic Interview Coming Tomorrow

Send us your Questions and Comments HereThe interview with Jenn Nizza, a former psychic now a Christian believer, will be released tomorrow afternoon! Are Tarot card readings real? Do psychics get their knowledge from demonic forces or are they experts at deception? What about crystals and Oijuia boards? Does demonic possession still exist and are witchcraft spells real? In the meantime, check out our most recent episode:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14562976-q-a-original-sin-slavery-trump-morality-war-in-heavenSupport the show

Q&A: Original Sin, Slavery, Trump, Morality, War in Heaven

Send us your Questions and Comments HereCheck out this month's Q&A and send in your question for next month to information@apologetics.orgEpisodes Referenced:Child Damnation:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-endHow Original is Original Sin?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divineWhy Romans 9 is so Highly Debated:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12809463-why-romans-9-is-so-highly-debated-romans-9-11-seriesIs Jesus the Visible God in the Old Testament?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11524197-is-jesus-the-visible-god-in-the-old-testament-colossians-1-15Support the show

I Dug Further Into the ’He Gets Us’ Campaign

Send us your Questions and Comments HereAt this point, nearly everyone has seen the famous "He Gets Us" Superbowl ad. In fact, it was probably viewed by over 130 million people. But why has there been so much backlash? Upon further research of the organization, are there some clues that lead to concern? Join Nick Shalna as he digs further into the beliefs and statements of the "He Gets Us" organization and you may be left with less guessing. Send your Questions now to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A that'll be released this Friday at 5 pm!Sources:https://hegetsus.com/enMake sure to check out Translations of the Wokish:https://newdiscourses.com/tftw-inclusion/Do Christians Indoctrinate Their Children?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14498126-do-christians-indoctrinate-their-children-and-is-it-abuseSupport the show

More Inconsistencies with Original Sin and Infant Damnation

Send us your Questions and Comments HereCheck out this follow-up to the recent episode on infant damnation and original guilt. If Jesus is truly human, how can we say He isn't born with original sin? Does "all mean all" when it comes to people sinning? Are we responsible for our own condemnation or are we guilty of the sin of Adam?Send your questions or disagreements to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A that will be released on Friday, February 23!The Age-Old Debate of Child Damnation Needs to End:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-endHow Original is Original Sin?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divineSupport the show

Do Christians Indoctrinate Their Children? (And is it Abuse?)

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhat does it actually mean to indoctrinate? Does the Bible encourage abuse of children and shame those who ask questions? Are those who are raised in Christianity taught to avoid critical thinking? Is there any connection between mental health and church attendance? What should you do if you're struggling with your faith, or with anxiety and depression?Send your questions now to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on Friday, Feb 23!Video Nick responded to:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HwSGXPKzw8&t=239sArticles Referenced:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32793951/https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/religious-upbringing-adult-health/#:~:text=Those%20who%20prayed%20or%20meditated,who%20never%20prayed%20or%20meditatedTUND Episode with Former Scientologist:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11097287-former-scientologist-thetans-john-travolta-demonic-influences-athena-dean-holtzSupport the show

The Age-Old Debate of Child Damnation Needs to End

Send us your Questions and Comments HereWhy do so many believe that infants and children don't go to be with the Lord if they haven't acknowledged Christ? How does the commonly held view of original guilt play into this dilemma? Are there popular theological views that would be contradicted if it's suggested that children go to heaven? What do well-known historical church figures have to say about this topic? Join us to find truth and comfort on this crucial topic that is often (wrongly) confusing and disheartening for manySend your questions to information@apologetics.org now for our Q&A that'll be released on Friday, Feb 23!References:https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/let-the-children-come-to-mehttps://catholiccourier.com/articles/purgatory-limbo-explained/https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/baptism-10346https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTMTUND Episodes Related to this Topic:How Original is Original Sin?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divineThe Reformation and the Catholic Church:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13883319-the-reformation-catholic-catechism-and-indulgencesSupport the show