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All Rise with Abdu MurrayWho is Allah? Understanding the Islamic View of God | Ep 79 What do Muslims believe about God? In this episode of All Rise, former Muslim and Christian apologist Abdu Murray takes a deep dive into Islamic theology to explore who Allah is—his attributes, character, actions in history, and relationship with humanity. But this isn’t a caricature. This is a steelman critique. With both respect and clarity, Abdu outlines the Islamic view of Allah in its best and most compelling form—before thoughtfully examining how it differs from the Christian understanding of God. Drawing from his own background and family ties to Islam, Abdu explains why the bib...2025-05-0547 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayBONUS DEBATE: Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? Abdu Murray vs. John Loftus | Ep 78 Tis the season … to discuss the resurrection! In this special bonus episode of All Rise, we take you back to a compelling 2016 debate between two men who have each made dramatic journeys of faith and doubt. Christian apologist and former Muslim Abdu Murray goes head-to-head with atheist and former Christian John Loftus on the foundational question of Christianity: Did Jesus really rise from the dead? This rigorous and respectful exchange tackles the historical, philosophical, and evidential claims surrounding the resurrection of Jesus. Whether you're a believer, skeptic, or seeker, this debate offers valuable insights and thoughtful arguments from both...2025-04-172h 04
All Rise with Abdu MurrayFormer Muslim Responds: Why Ayaan Hirsi Ali Left New Atheism for Jesus | Ep 77 Ayaan Hirsi Ali, the famed Muslim-turned-atheist and critic of religion along with her New Atheist cohort, shocked the world when she came out as a Christian in 2023. The partial story of her conversion from the UnHerd article she penned received backlash from non-Christian and Christian commentators alike. Recently, she sat down with agnostic Alex O'Connor to set the record straight. In this episode of All Rise, former Muslim, Abdu Murray, and former atheist, Derek Caldwell, react to Ayaan's more complete self-disclosure. Read the original article that started it all: https://unherd.com/2023/11/why-i-am-now-a-christian/. Facebook https://www.fac...2025-04-141h 24
All Rise with Abdu MurrayAre We Witnessing the Abolition of Humanity? With Stuart McAllister | Ep 76 The Christian world is finally awaking to the reality of the technological captivity of humanity. But one man who has been thinking about this from the beginning is Stuart McAllister. Gleaning wisdom from CS Lewis and many other authors, Stuart helps us navigate the technological world by first helping us understand the underlying problems and what is at stake. Stuart is the Director of Ministry for Thinking Out Loud (featuring Cameron McAllister and Nathan Rittenhouse) and the Director of Leadership and Deployment for Restoration Presbyterian Church in Dacula, Georgia. Stuart is an in-demand speaker, author, and thought le...2025-04-041h 05
All Rise with Abdu MurrayChloe Cole on Gender Affirming Care, Faith, and Finding Hope | Ep 75 Chloe Cole has lived a full lifetime in her 20 years. She joins the podcast to discuss the tumultuous early years of her life and the cultural and political trends and pressures impacting developing young girls and boys today. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at 2025-03-171h 16
All Rise with Abdu MurrayLive Q&A from MIT: Transgender Inclusion, Denominations, Judaism, and More! | Ep 74Students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) pepper Abdu with questions about transgenderism, denominations, selective acceptance of miracles, and if people are only Christian because they were born in Christian countries. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. 2025-02-2441 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayLive at MIT: Is Christian Exclusivity a Loving Truth or Hateful Intolerance? | Ep 73"All roads lead to God." "Live your truth." "Do what makes you happy." These truisms of the modern world lend themselves to the idea that the traditional Christian idea which states Jesus is "the only way" is intolerant and unloving. Abdu Murray discusses this major issue live at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions...2025-02-1041 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayEx-Muslim Christian Answers Questions about Islam, Salvation, and the Quran vs the Bible | Ep 72 Former Muslim turned Christian Abdu Murray takes tough questions from young adults at Community Christian Church in Sterling Heights, MI. He touches on Islam, who salvation is for, the reliability of the Christian scriptures, Christians in politics, and more! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at 2025-01-2852 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayIs There Any Hope for American Politics? With Michael Wear | Ep 71 Is there something inherently "sick" about our politics that has infected the Christian life and witness? If so, what is the problem and what can we do about it? In this pre-Inauguration Day episode, Michael Wear talks about where we go from here. Check out Michael Wear's The Center for Christianity and Public Life at https://www.ccpubliclife.org/. "The Center for Christianity and Public Life is a nonpartisan nonprofit civic organization with the mission to contend for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the good of the public. Our vision is for a heal...2025-01-1346 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayQuestioning Christmas: Did Matthew Mangle the Virgin Birth? Responding to Bart Ehrman | Ep 70 Dr. Bart Ehrman claims that Matthew made a translation error and misunderstood the original context of Isaiah 7:14. If Matthew had known Hebrew and understood the context, he would have known that Isaiah was not prophesying a "virgin birth." If Dr. Ehrman is true, that means the Gospel story of Jesus is built on a lie. What is the truth? Find out in this in-depth investigation. Abdu's socials: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com...2024-12-161h 08
All Rise with Abdu MurrayQuestioning Christmas: Where is the Prophecy About the "Nazarene"? Responding to Bart Ehrman | Ep 69 Dr. Bart Ehrman claims that Matthew got the "Nazarene" prophecy about Jesus incorrect because there is no such prophecy found in all of the Old Testament. Abdu's socials: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok 2024-12-0349 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayIs Hope Hardwired? And Other Things We Wonder About with Andy Bannister | Ep 68Dr Andy Bannister joins us to discuss several of the questions that everyone wonders about but are often left unanswered. We talk about good vs evil, altruism vs selfishness, and the theory of evolution as a potential answer to these great wonders. Dr. Andy Bannister holds a PhD in Islamic Studies and he regularly speaks and teaches on Islam, philosophy, and atheism (among other topics) around the globe. He currently serves as the Director of Solas, an evangelism and training organization based in Scotland. He is ALSO an editor and contributor to the brand new book, Have You...2024-11-1948 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayHow to Live the Narrow Way During a Chaotic Election (LIVE with Q&A) | Ep 67 Abdu Murray and Pastor Chris Rea of Community Christian Church in Sterling Heights, MI, discuss this chaotic election season in front of a live audience. Abdu's Washington Times piece referenced in this episode can be found at https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/jul/26/american-souls-are-sick-this-election-season/. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray2024-11-0451 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayMaximal Data & The Gospels with Dr. Lydia McGrew | Ep 65 One approach to testing the reliability, or lack thereof, of the Gospel accounts of the Resurrection is the "minimal facts" approach by which we look at only those facts that are undisputed among even the most critical scholars. But are there good reasons to move beyond the "minimal facts" to "maximal data"? Resources mentioned in this episode: Minimal Facts vs. Maximal Data playlist on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIp6_r9Vga4&list=PLe1tMOs8ARn0sWTtdaXPg8oMRqmYnhU6M Lydia McGrew on facebook https://www.facebook.com/lydiamcgrewauthor/ Lydia McGre...2024-09-2559 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayFaith and Politics: Finding Your Way Without Losing Your Mind w/ John Stonestreet | Ep 64 Abdu is joined by the John Stonestreet, president of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and a sought after author and speaker on the intersection of Christianity and culture. You can check out the Colson Center at https://colsoncenter.org/. Find John's socials at https://breakpoint.org/john-stonestreet/. The articles mention in this episode can be found at: https://www.breakpoint.org/lesser-of-two-evils-vs-lessening-evil/ https://www.breakpoint.org/the-gop-caves-on-life-and-marriage/ https://www.breakpoint.org/directions-for-dystopia/ 2024-09-091h 05
All Rise with Abdu MurrayIs the Gospel of John theological fiction? With Dr. Lydia McGrew | Ep 63Analytic philosopher Dr. Lydia McGrew uses her specialty to answer the perennial question: Is the Gospel of John an eyewitness account or merely a theological fiction? Resources mentioned in this episode: Lydia McGrew on facebook https://www.facebook.com/lydiamcgrewauthor/ Lydia McGrew Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@LydiaMcGrewChannel Lydia McGrew on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1MVo3rKGvGTKGRT2HztvQE Lydia McGrew on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B073V1ZP1Y Lydia McGrew website with endorsements https://lydiamcgrew.com/ Were the Gospels A...2024-08-2658 min
All Rise with Abdu Murray10(ish) Books You Need To Read This Summer | Ep 61 Abdu and Derek get asked a lot about what they read to stay informed about the world and grounded in their faith. Today, they answer those questions in detail, highlighting a series of books that explore many relevant topics in our society today, including what atheism really is, the historical battles between science and religion, how to read the Bible, and so much more. Resources mentioned in this episode: Did Jesus only sacrifice his weekend? S2E24 | "Twisted Logic"? Is Michael Shermer Right about the Cross!? Morality without God? S2E12 | Objecti...2024-07-291h 14
Finding Something RealWhy Become a Christian When Your Current Worldview Seems Fine? with Abdu Murray
Happy Wednesday! Today Abdu joins Noelle and Janell!
This is the tenth episode in a series dedicated to special co-host, Noelle. Abdu Murray joins Noelle, Janell, and special guest, Signe, for a conversation about his journey from being a proud Muslim to becoming a Christian. Abdu talks about the importance of love and treating people with dignity and kindness. He shares the challenges he's faced within his family and community due to his decision to embrace Christianity. Abdu emphasizes the need to separate a person from their ideas and see each person as intrinsically valuable even when di...2024-05-151h 13
All Rise with Abdu MurrayIs Religion Dangerous? LIVE Q&A at MIT | Ep 59 Abdu visits the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to answer questions from some of the brightest young minds in America. Listen in as Abdu fields questions on sexuality, Islam, and the reliability of the Bible. Do you have questions for Abdu? Send them to mail@embracethetruth.org. You never know when we might answer one live on the show! All Rise is a listener and donor-supported presentation from Embrace the Truth. If you would like to see more content like this, prayerfully consider supporting us by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/ and clicking on the "Donate" button. 2024-02-2740 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayThe Toughest Question Abdu's Been Asked? LIVE Q&A at UCF | Ep 57 After Abdu's message at the University of Central Florida, several students came forward to ask their most pressing questions in a live Q&A. Listen in as Abdu fields questions on sexuality, slavery, and gender in the Bible, the toughest question he's ever received, and what it means to be a disciple. Do you have questions for Abdu? Send them to mail@embracethetruth.org. You never know when we might answer one live on the show! All Rise is a listener and donor-supported presentation from Embrace the Truth. If you would like to see more content like...2024-01-0647 min
Finding Something RealChristianity: Is it helpful? Is it good? Is it true? with Abdu MurrayHey Everyone!
Today, we welcome back Abdu Murray and our previous co-host Signe. Signe shares a bit about the cultural differences between Denmark (where she grew up) and the United Stsates. Abdu shares his own faith journey and his personal experience wrestling with the idea of coming to Jesus. He talks about why we cannot trust ourselves, changing cultures, Christian pragmatism, Christian worship, and more.
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Abdu Murray offers the credibility of the gospel message as a speaker and writer with Embrace the Truth...2023-12-2057 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayIs Christianity Dangerous and Delusional? LIVE at the University of Central Florida | Ep 56 The late physicist, philosopher, and atheist Victor Stenger once said, "Science flies you to the moon. Religion flies you into buildings." This is a popular notion today, especially in the West where Christianity and the Bible are often blamed for anti-scientific superstitions, terrorism, racism, and sexism, among other maladies. But is this correct? Abdu confronts these tough objections during a 2023 address to a packed room of college students at the University of Central Florida. Check back in 2 weeks for the lively Q&A that followed! All Rise is a listener and donor-supported presentation from Embrace the Truth...2023-12-2042 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayRob Bowman Refutes Bart Ehrman’s Arguments Against Jesus’ Divinity, Part 2 | Ep 552023-12-0443 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayRob Bowman Refutes Bart Ehrman’s Arguments Against Jesus’ Divinity, Part 1 | Ep 54Recently, Dr. Bart Ehrman sat down and attempted to refute cherished Christian beliefs about the divinity of Jesus. Did he succeed? Dr. Rob Bowman says no! Join us for the first half of this exhilarating conversation as Dr. Bowman and Abdu discuss whether Jesus identified himself as God in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, and whether those Gospels contradict the Gospel of John on this matter. Dr. Rob Bowman is an apologist, biblical scholar, author, editor, and lecturer. He is also President of the Institute for Religions Research, which researches and responds to some of...2023-11-2033 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayJ. Warner Wallace Returns for an Unexpected Conversation! | Ep 53Abdu sits down with his friend, former homicide detective J. Warner Wallace, for a wide-ranging interview on the nature of evidence and persuasion, apologetics for children, the reticence of some Christians to accept apologetics, and so much more. Listen in on this masterclass as J. Warner and Abdu share much wisdom from their years of apologetics ministry. J. Warner Wallace is a Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective and a best-selling author and national speaker in the field of apologetics. He also serves as a Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview and an adjunct professor...2023-11-0756 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayRhett McLaughlin Expertly Appeals to Authority | Ep 52Popular internet personality Rhett McLaughlin, of Rhett & Link's Good Mythical Morning YouTube fame, has become famous for "deconstructing" his evangelical faith. In a recent Instagram Reel, he explains why: the experts! In this episode, Abdu and Derek look at Rhett's appeals to authority and confront two thorny issues: Is expert consensus emerging or is it being crafted? And should one's faith in consensus itself be deconstructed? This episode mentions several items that you may be interested in looking at further. You can find Matt Ridley's article for The Spectator, entitled "Science fiction: the crisis in research" at https://www...2023-10-0957 minAll Rise with Abdu Murray"Twisted Logic"? Is Michael Shermer Right about the Cross!? | Ep 51Michael Shermer is one of the world's foremost public atheists and critics of religious belief. In a recent tag team of tweets, Shermer sought to put on display the "twisted logic" of the biblical account of atonement, the cross, and forgiveness. In this episode, Abdu addresses Michael's objections and assumptions to see where the twisted logic truly lies. If you are interested in learning more about the cross and forgiveness, please consider starting with a classic on the topic, John Stott's The Cross of Christ (IVP, 2006). All Rise is a listener and donor-supported presentation from Embrace the Truth. If...2023-09-2655 min
Finding Something RealWhat Happens When You Embrace the Truth about Jesus Christ? with Abdu MurrayHello Friends!
Today on the podcast, we welcome back Abdu Murray. Abdu shares about the credibility of the gospel message. He Janell and Signe chat about Christianity as the only true way to God and what to do if you’re afraid of believing a lie Abdu shares about his ministry and his journey from Islam to Christianity and how that changed his life. He chats about his evidential reasons for following Christ and more. The group also dives into questions such as — Why are we here? How did we get here? What should we think about heav...2023-08-161h 01All Rise with Abdu MurrayThe Gospel According to Barbie? How Ken it Be!? | Ep 48Barbie is everywhere thanks to Greta Gerwig's recent blockbuster movie about the (in)famous doll. Some say it is anti-man propaganda that went too far while others say it didn't go far enough! Abdu and Derek discuss these reactions and some surprising was in which Barbie actually affirms the Bible, while also being confronted by it. This episode makes reference to two articles. The first, "I Saw the Movie 'They' Don't Want You to See" by Elaine Godfrey can be accessed at https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/07/sound-of-freedom-qanon-culture-war/674832/. The second, "Existential Barbie" by Annie Brownell Crawford, can be...2023-08-1448 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayWill AI Destroy the World!? with Michael Butler | Ep 47Artificial Intelligence is everywhere right now, and much of the press has been concerned with one question: will AI unleash a technological revolution that inevitably ends in catastrophe? Cutting through some of the uninformed hyperbole of those who think it will destroy the world (and those who think it will save it!), Abdu and Derek discuss the issue with Michael Butler, a PhD candidate in Quantum Gravity. Listen in as they discuss the pitfalls and promises of Artificial Intelligence. In this episode, the speakers respond to comments from Adrienne LaFrance's piece in The Atlantic entitled "The Coming...2023-07-311h 05All Rise with Abdu MurrayDoes the James Webb Space Telescope debunk the Big Bang? With special guest Hugh Ross | Ep 46Astrophysicist Dr. Hugh Ross joins us to discuss the disruption of the James Webb Space Telescope images in our understanding of the early universe. Many pop science articles hailed it as a major disruptor of the theory of the Big Bang, even debunking the notion that the universe had a beginning. Is this true? Join us as Dr. Ross and Abdu deliberate! Dr. Hugh Ross, prolific author and founder and senior scholar of Reasons to Believe, holds an undergraduate degree in physics from the University of British Columbia and a PhD in astronomy from the University of Toronto. He...2023-07-1846 min
Coulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E30 | Stuart McAllister: Don't Commit Spiritual AmbushStuart talks to Abdu about some common mistakes of zeal that we make in evangelism and apologetics. Listen as Stuart recounts a time he wished he had done something differently, and a time he followed the Lord's prompting and did it well, and the lessons he learned about drawing a person out rather than spiritually ambushing them. Stuart McAllister is a popular evangelist, author, and associate at Reflections Ministries, where he co-hosts a podcast with Ken Boa. His main area of expertise is the intersection of faith and faithfulness is our modern and postmodern context. He has contributed chapters...2023-07-1415 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayDeliberations: Luke and Acts are Fiction!? Hold on Paula Fredriksen! | Ep 45Join us LIVE,Tuesday July 11 @ 1sts :00 PM EST for Deliberations Live, a bi-weekly podcast where YOU, the jury, ask questions to Abdu and Derek. Abdu and Derek discuss All Rise season 2 ep 18. Critical New Testament scholar Paula Fredriksen claims that the allegedly unknown author of Luke/Acts wrote his or her work in the second century and was not actually a travel companion of, nor all too familiar with, the Apostle Paul. But is that where the evidence truly points? Join Abdu and Derek as they investigate these claims! You can submit your questions on our social channels, through...2023-07-131h 08Coulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E29 | Janell Wood. Fear feels like control, but love feels like trust.Anyone who does evangelism or apologetics knows the burden of trying to change someone's mind regarding matters of faith. It is a burden of love, but without a firm confidence in the Lord, it can feel to others like a burden of control. In this episode, Janell talks to Abdu about a time her love became fear for the other and was interpreted as control. Janell Wood is a popular speaker, blogger, and podcaster. She hosts an incredible podcast, Finding Something Real, in which she has real conversations with young women, typically foreign exchange students, about faith and truth...2023-07-0616 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayThe Gospel of Luke and Acts are Fiction!? Hold on a second Paula Fredriksen! | Ep 44Critical New Testament scholar Paula Fredriksen claims that the allegedly unknown author of Luke/Acts wrote his or her work in the second century and was not actually a travel companion of, nor all too familiar with, the Apostle Paul. But is that where the evidence truly points? Join Abdu and Derek as they investigate these claims! This episode is in response to the comments Dr. Paula Fredriksen made on the MythVision Podcast (hosted by another Derek!), which you can view at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAQNM455AXo All Rise is a listener and donor-supported presentation from...2023-07-0444 minCoulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E28 | Lisa Fields: Every Person Comes with ContextApologists and evangelists regularly regret their failure to fairly listen to the arguments others make. However, Lisa tells Abdu that the real regret is a failure to listen to their stories. Lisa Fields is one of the world's most sought-after Christian apologists. Her important ministry, the Jude 3 Project, brings apologetics to the underserved African American church. Each year Jude 3 Project hosts the Courageous Conversations conference. Recently, Lisa helped create and produce two groundbreaking documentaries, Unspoken and Juneteenth: Faith And Freedom.2023-06-2912 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayDeliberations: Ricky Gervais's "one less God" and Bart Ehrman's "anonymous Gospels" | Ep 43Join us LIVE,Tuesday June 27 @ 11:00 AM EST for Deliberations Live, a bi-weekly podcast where YOU, the jury, ask questions to Abdu and Derek. Abdu and Derek discuss All Rise episodes 16 and 17. Ricky Gervais claims atheists just believe In one less god--Bart Ehrman claims the gospels are anonymous! You can submit your questions on our social channels, through mail@embracethetruth.org, or in the chat during our livestream. We look forward to being with you this coming Tuesday and every two weeks afterward for Deliberations Live!2023-06-281h 07Coulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E27 | Matthew Mittelberg: Don't Mistake Preparation for PracticeMatthew talks to Abdu about two emotions every apologist and evangelist knows well, fear and anger, and the keys to controlling them when talking to skeptics. Matthew Mittelberg is a popular speaker, apologist, and evangelist. Find out more about Matthew and invite him to your next event by going to https://www.matthewmitt.com/2023-06-2211 min
The Denison Forum Podcast - Christian perspective on current events, Christian news and culture, Biblical wisdom“More Than a White Man’s Religion”: A conversation with apologist Abdu MurrayAbdu Murray, JD, and Dr. Mark Turman discuss Murray’s conversion from Islam, ho the Bible is neither sexist nor racist, why Christianity historically propelled human rights, why he’s optimistic about race relations in the church, and the effect of Ravi Zacharias’ abuse. Show notes: Abdu Murray, JD, begins by talking about his upbringing as a devout Muslim in Detroit, Michigan, and how he came to faith in Christ (1:45). As a now full-time apologist, Murray describes how the younger generation doubts Christianity because they question the Bible’s morality, which led him to w...2023-06-1955 minThe Denison Forum Podcast - Christian perspective on current events, Christian news and culture, Biblical wisdom“More Than a White Man’s Religion”: A conversation with apologist Abdu MurrayAbdu Murray, JD, and Dr. Mark Turman discuss Murray’s conversion from Islam, ho the Bible is neither sexist nor racist, why Christianity historically propelled human rights, why he’s optimistic about race relations in the church, and the effect of Ravi Zacharias’ abuse. Show notes: Abdu Murray, JD, begins by talking about his upbringing as a devout Muslim in Detroit, Michigan, and how he came to faith in Christ (1:45). As a now full-time apologist, Murray describes how the younger generation doubts Christianity because they question the Bible’s morality, which led him to w...2023-06-1955 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayRicky Gervais Claims Atheists Just Believe In One Less God. … And?? | Ep 42Comedian Ricky Gervais claims that we are all essentially atheists with regard to 2,999 gods, and that atheists just have the courage/integrity (?) to go one god further. But is this a meaningful statement? Abdu and Derek address other claims made by Gervais, including what would happen if all science and history books disappeared and where God came from. This episode is in response to the comments Ricky Gervais has made in interviews, writing, and scripted television. Each of the claims responded to here are represented in his interview with Stephen Colbert: Ricky Gervais And Stephen Go Head-To-Head On Religion...2023-06-1944 minCoulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E26 | Rice Broocks: Verbal sparring is not the GospelRice offers Abdu a refreshing approach to evangelism for apologists: don't fall into the trap of an intellectual argument for the sake of argument or puffing up the self. Rice Broocks is the senior minister of Bethel World Outreach Church in Nashville, TN, cofounder of the Every Nation family of churches with locations in more than seventy nations, and the author of several bestselling books, including God's Not Dead: Evidence for God in An Age Of Uncertainty.2023-06-1516 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayDeliberations: Hugh Ross discusses Neil deGrasse Tyson's claims of the Bible's scientific errors | Ep 41On June 13 @ 1:00 EST Abdu Murray will be joined LIVE by astrophysicist and founder of Reasons to Believe, Dr. Hugh Ross, to answer your questions about science, faith, and the Bible. Recently, Dr. Ross appeared on Abdu’s podcast, All Rise, to discuss claims made by popular astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about the Bible’s alleged scientific errors (https://youtu.be/op2epgYmwko). Their dialogue sparked a lot of conversation and controversy. Be a part of the follow-up conversation with Abdu and Dr. Ross on Tuesday, June 13 @ 1:00 EST by going to Abdu’s YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@AbduMurrayOfficial, and cl...2023-06-141h 05Coulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E25 | Alex McElroy: "Even in our mess-ups, God still works"Apologist and evangelist Alex McElroy tells Abdu about a time he answered a person's questions but not their pain. As it turns out, a bad encounter does not have to be the last encounter. Alex McElroy is an apologist, pastor, leadership advisor, international speaker, author of Blueprint for Bible Basics, and host of the popular YouTube show, The Relentless Pursuit of Purpose. Keep up with Alex at https://www.alexrmcelroy.com/2023-06-0811 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayDeliberations: Bill Maher claims Jesus comes from Pagan Myths | Ep 39Join us for Deliberations Live, a bi-weekly podcast where YOU, the jury, ask questions to Abdu and Derek. For this episode, we will ask "Is Bill Maher right? Jesus is based on pagan myths?" By now everyone has heard some version of "Jesus is based on [enter ancient deity here]." But these claims were debunked for nearly a century before being resurrected recently. And now, because overwhelming evidence debunked the older claims, new proponents have suggested different deities as the template for Jesus. Are these new claims any more successful than the older ones? You can submit your questions o...2023-06-011h 11All Rise with Abdu MurrayAsked and Answered! Bill Maher Claims Jesus Is Based on Pagan Myths! | Ep 38By now everyone has heard some version of "Jesus is based on [enter ancient deity here]." But these claims were debunked for nearly a century before being resurrected recently. And now, because overwhelming evidence debunked the older claims, new proponents have suggested different deities as the template for Jesus. Are these new claims any more successful than the older ones? Find out in this new, packed episode of All Rise! Abdu interacts with several videos in this episode. They are: "Jesus, the Pagan Sun God" on the CAESAR'S MESSIAH channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pG7Ls1...2023-05-221h 06All Rise with Abdu MurrayDeliberations: Can you Handle the Truth? | Ep 37Join us LIVE,Tuesday May 16 @ 1:00 PM EST for Deliberations Live, a bi-weekly podcast where YOU, the jury, ask questions to Abdu and Derek. For this episode, we will ask "Can you handle the Truth? " Abdu discusses our complicated relationship with truth. Quite often, people simply seek verification for what they already hope is true. To complicate matters, painful disruptions in our lives make it more difficult for us to recognize what is good and true. So, how do we begin to escape the cycle of confirmation bias to find real truth? LIVE this Tuesday at 1:00 EST!" You can submit...2023-05-171h 04All Rise with Abdu MurrayCan You Handle the Truth? | Ep 36Abdu discusses our complicated relationship with truth. Quite often, people simply seek verification for what they already hope is true. To complicate matters, painful disruptions in our lives make it more difficult for us to recognize what is good and true. So, how do we begin to escape the cycle of confirmation bias to find real truth? All Rise is a listener and donor-supported presentation from Embrace the Truth. If you would like to see more content like this, prayerfully consider supporting us by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/ and clicking on the "Donate" button.2023-05-0845 minCoulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E20 | Jon Noyes, Part 2Jon tells Abdu that spent his first few years after becoming a Christian as a passionate "jerk for Jesus." Listen in as Jon tells us how he began to align his heart with his words. Jon Noyes is a speaker and author with Stand To Reason along with being the host of his own podcast, To the Point LIVE with Jon Noyes. A former atheist, he spent a decade in the legal field before entering into ministry and, eventually, evangelism and apologetics. Check out his work by visiting https://www.str.org/2023-05-0408 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayRobert Rucker Answers Your Shroud of Turin Questions | Ep 35Join us LIVE every other Tuesday @ 1:00 PM EST for Deliberations Live, a bi-weekly podcast where YOU, the jury, ask questions to Abdu and Derek. For this episode, we will ask, "Is the Shroud of Turin a medieval fraud? Could it really be the image of Jesus? Abdu is joined by special guest Robert Rucker to answer your questions on the Shroud of Turin LIVE this Tuesday at 1:00 EST!" You can submit your questions on our social channels, through mail@embracethetruth.org, or in the chat during our livestream. We look forward to being with you this coming Tuesday and...2023-05-041h 08All Rise with Abdu MurrayDeliberations: Objection, Matt Dillahunty! Asked and Answered! | Ep 33Join us LIVE, Monday, April 17 @ 7:00 PM EST for Deliberations Live, a bi-weekly podcast where YOU, the jury, ask questions to Abdu and Derek about past episodes of the All Rise podcast! For this episode, we will be discussing the latest edition of All Rise, " Objection, Matt Dillahunty! Asked and Answered!" You can submit your questions on our social channels, through mail@embracethetruth.org, or in the chat during our livestream. We look forward to being with you this coming Tuesday and every two weeks afterward for Deliberations Live!2023-04-191h 08All Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection, Matt Dillahunty! Asked and Answered! | Ep 32Plato's "Euthyphro Dilemma" has been asked and answered, and some say settled for centuries. Popular atheist podcaster, YouTuber, and debater, Matt Dillahunty says that, to the contrary, Christian apologists have not sufficiently responded to the philosophical dilemma. In this episode, Abdu discusses and critiques Matt's revived and rehabbed version of the Euthyphro Dilemma.2023-04-1142 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayDeliberations: Objection! "The Bible Is Sexist!" Part 2 | Ep 31Join us LIVE, Thursday, April 6 @ 1:00 PM EST for Deliberations Live, a new bi-weekly podcast where YOU, the jury, ask questions to Abdu and Derek about past episodes of our All Rise podcast! For this episode, we will be discussing the latest edition of All Rise, " Objection! "The Bible Is Sexist!" Part 2" You can submit your questions on our social channels, through mail@embracethetruth.org, or in the chat during our livestream. We look forward to being with you this coming Tuesday and every two weeks afterward for Deliberations Live!2023-04-091h 08Coulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E16 | Jeff Zweerink, Part 2We have all been there. A voice tells us to talk to someone about Jesus, but our inner voice of fear makes us think that our evangelism tactics and apologetics arguments will be defeated, so we say nothing. Jeff and Abdu share times this happened to them and what they did to begin stepping out in confident faith. Jeff Zweerink is an astrophysicist and Senior Research Scholar with Reasons to Believe. He is a highly sought-after speaker and the author of several popular books and academic journal articles. Learn more about Jeff and his work at https://reasons.org...2023-04-0511 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! "The Bible Is Sexist!" Part 2 | Ep 30In the previous episode, Abdu addressed allegedly sexist "texts of terror" in the Bible. Today, he presents his evidence for why the Bible establishes rather than inhibits the equality and dignity of women, often in very surprising ways!2023-03-2737 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! "The Bible Is Sexist!" Part 1 | Ep 28Are certain verses in the Bible truly sexist "texts of terror"? Are women forbidden from speaking in church? Does the Old Testament command that women must marry their rapists? Join Abdu as he cross-examines these texts and more in the first part of a two-part series on sexism and the Bible. Check out Abdu's new book More Than a White Man's Religion where he dives deep into the issues of alleged sexism and racism in the Bible by going to https://embracethetruth.org/.2023-03-1347 min
Finding Something RealREPLAY: Questions Christianity Answers with Abdu MurrayApologist Abdu Murray joins the podcast today! Though Totti could not be present for this recording, two other wonderful young women, Zoe and Leonie, join Janell and Abdu!
Abdu shares his story of growing up Muslim, how he came to pursue Christianity, and what ultimately solidified his decision to follow Jesus. They discuss questions regarding God’s existence, how we can choose one religion without exploring all of them, the how and why of our existence, and so much more! We hope you enjoy this episode!
Abdu Murray offers the credibility of the gospel message as...2023-02-221h 28All Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! Bill Maher Claims the Bible Never Condemns Slavery | Ep 25Comedian, television host and avowed atheist Bill Maher claims that the bible never condemns slavery, and in fact, it implicitly supports the institution. Abdu answers these claims but also asks whether Maher's objection would be sustainable in a court of law given his level of expertise. In other words, does speaking authoritatively mean that you are, in fact, authoritative? Find out in this PACKED episode of All Rise! Show Notes: For more information on this topic and much more, be sure to check out Abdu's new book, More Than a White Man's Religion, available at al...2023-02-1333 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection, Richard Dawkins! Asked and Answered | Ep 23Who made God? This is a question that has been asked many, many times. It has also been answered just as many times, if not more! Why won't this question go away? Abdu offers a response to the question, Who Made God, while also addressing the tactics of those who continue to ask the same already-answered question until they elicit the desired response.2023-01-3035 minCoulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E1: Derek Caldwell Abdu and Derek discuss times they defended themselves instead of their faith.2023-01-1917 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! The Bible Makes Mistakes | Ep 22Christians believe the Bible was inspired by God, who does not make mistakes. Therefore, the Bible must be without error. However, if an error in the Bible is located, does this mean God did not inspire Christian holy writ? Join Abdu as he cross-examines a claim about the disputed age of King Ahaziah.2023-01-1647 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! Science Debunks the God Hypothesis, Part 2 | Ep 21In the previous episode, medical physicist Scott Symington described his paradigm for understanding the relationship between Christianity and science, which he called STOMA, or symbiotic trending overlapping magisteria. In this episode, Abdu and Scott discuss certain controversial topics in the conversation between religion and science and apply Scott's STOMA paradigm to them in order to discover whether science and Christianity are symbiotic and trending toward each other.2023-01-0256 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! Science Debunks the God Hypothesis, Part 1 | Ep 20Abdu is joined by medical physicist Scott Symington to discuss the relationship between religion and science. Do they intersect or overlap, or are they part of what Stephen Jay Gould called non-overlapping magisteria (NOMA)? Symington proposes an alternative paradigm, STOMA, that holds the potential for mutual benefit between science and, in particular, Christianity.2022-12-1952 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayShabir Ally Objects! Part 2: "Paul Hijacked Christianity" | Ep 18Did Paul create a different Christianity than Jesus? That is the claim of Muslim apologist Shabir Ally. In this episode, Abdu responds to the alleged inconsistencies between the teachings of Paul and Jesus.2022-11-211h 11All Rise with Abdu MurrayShabir Ally Objects! Part 1: "Paul Hijacked Christianity" | Ep 17Did Paul create a different Christianity than Jesus? That is the claim of Muslim apologist Shabir Ally. In this episode, Abdu investigates his claims through the legal principle of the adverse witness with help from an unlikely ally, Bart Ehrman, and illustrates the similarities between the teachings of Paul and Jesus.2022-11-0744 minAll Rise with Abdu MurraySeason 1 Finale, Pt.2: Objection! The Resurrection Accounts are Contradictory | Ep 16This season started off with Abdu discussing burdens of proof and episodes on a lawyer's case for the resurrection. As we wrap up season one of The Defense Rests, we apply those themes to a common objection by skeptics: the Bible's crucifixion and resurrection accounts have discrepancies.2022-10-0740 minAll Rise with Abdu MurraySeason 1 Finale, Pt.1: Objection! The Resurrection Accounts are Contradictory | Ep 15This season started off with Abdu discussing burdens of proof and episodes on a lawyer's case for the resurrection. As we wrap up season one of The Defense Rests, we apply those themes to a common objection by skeptics: the Bible's crucifixion and resurrection accounts have discrepancies.2022-10-0738 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayInterview with Cold Case Homicide Detective J. Warner Wallace, Part 2 | Ep 14In this episode, Abdu sits down with his friend and nationally recognized cold case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace to talk about the nature of evidence, how cases are built using evidence, and attitudes that investigators have when trying to determine "what happened." Along the way, they apply the discussion to our individual searches for the truth about Jesus.d2022-10-0749 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayInterview with Cold Case Homicide Detective J. Warner Wallace, Part 1 | Ep 13In this episode, Abdu sits down with his friend and nationally recognized cold case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace to talk about the nature of evidence, how cases are built using evidence, and attitudes that investigators have when trying to determine "what happened." Along the way, they apply the discussion to our individual searches for the truth about Jesus.2022-10-0747 minAll Rise with Abdu Murray"I Was Wrong!" What to Do When You Find Out Your Case Had a Flaw | Ep 12Sometimes a fact or line of reasoning we use turns out to be wrong or flawed. What do we do? We needn't panic, Abdu says. In this episode, Abdu suggests how to address the error and rebuild a robust case that doesn't depend on just one line of evidence or argument.2022-10-0737 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayInterview with Greg Koukl: Part 2 | Ep 11Abdu's friend and President of Stand to Reason, Greg Koukl, join's him to discuss the updated edition of Greg's book, Tactics: A Gameplan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions. Tactics equips Christians with the same kind of methods lawyers use to find out the facts in a case. This is part two of a two-part interview.2022-10-0757 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayInterview with Greg Koukl: Part 1 | Ep 10Abdu's friend and President of Stand to Reason, Greg Koukl, join's him to discuss the updated edition of Greg's book, Tactics: A Gameplan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions. Tactics equips Christians with the same kind of methods lawyers use to find out the facts in a case. This is part one of a two-part interview.2022-10-0729 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! "The Atonement is Unjust" | Ep 9Jesus' sacrifice on the cross is central to the Christian faith. The gospel message is that Jesus paid the penalty for our sins on the cross. Yet some object that Jesus' substitution for us on the cross is unjust. How is it just for an innocent person to be punished in the place of the guilty? Abdu addresses this objection by pointing to legal principles showing how it can often be fair for an innocent person to take on the liability of another.2022-10-0637 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayRecognizing a Biased Witness or a Biased Jury, Part 2 | Ep 8Abdu will apply the principles discussed in Part 1 to matters of faith, particularly the credibility of the New Testament and the creation account in Genesis.2022-10-0636 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayRecognizing a Biased Witness or a Biased Jury, Part 1 | Ep 7When assessing a claim, we often look at the testimonies of witnesses, including experts. But how can we tell if a witness is being biased toward one side or the other? Do we sometimes give too much weight to someone's opinion just because they happen to have expertise in a certain area? And what about jurors—those whose responsibilities are to come to a verdict? Can they be biased as well? Abdu will walk us through how to think about these issues. As we look at the claims and objections regarding spiritual claims, we have to be on the lo...2022-10-0636 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! "Jesus May Not Have Actually Died" | Ep 5One explanation of what happened to Jesus is that he didn't rise from the dead, because he never actually died. Instead, some say he "swooned" so that it seemed like he was dead but he was actually entombed alive. In this episode, Abdu looks at how expert medical testimony establishes that Jesus did in fact die on the cross.2022-10-0525 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayObjection! "Miracles are the Least Likely Explanation" | Ep 4This episode begins with the discussion of counter-explanations to the Resurrection. Specifically, the objection that since miracles are the least likely event, they are the least likely explanation of what happened to Jesus. In this episode, Abdu indicates how this objection employs unfounded assumptions and actually employs circular reasoning.2022-10-0527 minAll Rise with Abdu MurrayA Lawyer's Case for the Resurrection Part 1 | Ep 2This episode explains the differences between "circumstantial evidence" and "direct evidence." It includes Abdu's "CASE" acronym setting out four key facts about the historical Jesus that the vast majority of scholars agree on. Abdu argues that Jesus' resurrection from the dead best explains the facts.2022-10-0539 min
I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEISTIs Christianity good? Isn’t it anti-women and pro-slavery? | with Abdu Murray
Is Christianity GOOD? Many people in our culture today seem to care less about whether or not Christianity is true, and more about the morality of what it teaches. They say the Bible promotes racism, slavery, sexism, and other forms of social injustice. But are any of those statements true?
In his new book, More Than a White Man’s Religion, speaker and global apologist Abdu Murray challenges the pervasive myth that Christianity is an oppressive Western religion and shows believers (and skeptics!) that the gospel message is actually THE SOURCE for the cherished Western ide...2022-09-2348 minI Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEISTIs Christianity good? Isn’t it anti-women and pro-slavery? | with Abdu MurrayIs Christianity GOOD? Many people in our culture today seem to care less about whether or not Christianity is true, and more about the morality of what it teaches. They say the Bible promotes racism, slavery, sexism, and other forms of social injustice. But are any of those statements true?
In his new book, More Than a White Man's Religion, speaker and global apologist Abdu Murray challenges the pervasive myth that Christianity is an oppressive Western religion and shows believers (and skeptics!) that the gospel message is actually THE SOURCE for the cherished Western ideals of racial and gender equality.
F...2022-09-2348 min
Finding Something RealQuestions Christianity Answers with Abdu MurrayApologist Abdu Murray joins the podcast today! Though Totti could not be present for this recording, two other wonderful young women, Zoe and Leonie, join Janell and Abdu!
Abdu shares his story of growing up Muslim, how he came to pursue Christianity, and what ultimately solidified his decision to follow Jesus. They discuss questions regarding God’s existence, how we can chose one religion without exploring all of them, the how and why of our existence, and so much more! We hope you enjoy this episode!
Abdu Murray offers the credibility of the gospel message as...2022-06-151h 27
Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureSeeing Jesus from the East (with Abdu Murray)Without even realizing it, many Westerners fail to understand the Bible, and the larger Christian story, from an Eastern perspective. Yet doing so unlocks the Scripture in a fresh and insightful way. In this episode, Sean and Scott interview Abdu Murray about his recent book, which he wrote with Ravi Zacharias. This interview will help you look at the stories and teachings of Jesus with fresh eyes. If you want to see an additional interview, which goes into even more depth, check out this YouTube discussion between Sean and Abdu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMD82D...2020-09-2433 min
Adventures in Theology#45 - Understanding and Delighting in God as Trinity (with Abdu Murray of RZIM)The word "Trinity" is a single word compacting a robust truth about the nature of God being one Deity in three persons. Unfortunately, many Christians have a hard time explaining (let alone understanding) one of the core doctrines of the faith. Enter Abdu. Abdu Murray finds the subject of the Trinity his favorite. As a former Muslim, this was one he used to get Christian's stuck on, now, he (rightly) sees it as one of the most fundamental and distinct doctrines of Christianity. Listen in as Abdu and I provide insights into how to understand and delight in the...2020-06-1157 min
Pastor Writer: Conversations on Reading, Writing, and the Christian LifeAbdu Murray - Ravi Zacharias and Seeing Jesus from the EastAbdu Murray is Senior Vice President of Ravi Zacharias International MInsitires and is a regular speaker at churches, college campuses, and business and government gatherings. He also hosts the podcast The Defense Rests. Abdu is the author of many articles and three books, including Grand Central Question and Saving Truth: Finding Meaning and Clarity in a Post-Truth World.For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine-year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered th...2020-06-0952 min
Lead DefendLead > Defend LIVE w/ Abdu Murray Abdu Murray joins the guys this week as our LIVE episodes continue from the Lead > Defend Conference in February. Murray, born in Detroit and raised a devout Muslim, came to know Christ in 2000 after a 9-year search. He is now the Senior Vice President for Ravi Zacharias International Ministries and speaks and writes on their behalf.
We live in a world of confusion and contradictions. However, the Gospel provides all the answers we truly need. Murray and the guys talk about this confusion, and how young adults can use the Gospel to defend their faith and beat t...2020-04-1630 min
Jesus: The Way, The Truth, The LifeAbdu Murray: Can We Trust the Bible?"Abdu Murray is North American Director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries and is the author of two books, including his latest, Grand Central Question: Answering the Critical Concerns of the Major Worldviews. For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith alone can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart. Abdu holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan an...2019-04-1341 min
Answering the CallAbdu Murray: "It's not about answering the questions"Joe Fontenot: You are the North America director for RZIM, Ravi Zacharias ministry. But you're a lawyer. How did that happen?
Abdu Murray: Yeah, well funny thing happened on the way to the courthouse, as they say. So I was a partner at a law firm. Actually, I was a partner at two different law firms and was doing part-time ministry and really wanted to do full-time ministry. I'm still a lawyer, I maintain my law license, but I'm doing this on a full-time basis.
Abdu: How it happened was I was doing a ministry...2019-02-2116 min
Jesus: The Way, The Truth, The LifeAbdu Murray: Humanity's Search for Meaning"Abdu Murray is North American Director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries and is the author of two books, including his latest, Grand Central Question: Answering the Critical Concerns of the Major Worldviews. For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith alone can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart. Abdu holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan an...2018-12-071h 41
Enhance Your Knowledge Through the Magic of Full AudiobookSaving Truth: Audio Lectures: Finding Meaning and Clarity in a Post-Truth World Audiobook by Abdu MurrayListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 350595
Title: Saving Truth: Audio Lectures: Finding Meaning and Clarity in a Post-Truth World
Author: Abdu Murray
Narrator: Abdu Murray
Format: Unabridged
Length: 3:24:15
Language: English
Release date: 12-04-18
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity
Summary:
The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Saving Truth: Audio Lectures includes high-quality live recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant material from other sources.
Increasingly, We...2018-12-043h 24
indoubt PodcastEp. 129: Jesus in a Post-Truth Culture (with Abdu Murray)Confusion is good and certainty is bad? Our post-truth culture thinks so. We’re joined by North American Director of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries this week, Abdu Murray. He’s recently written a new book that delves into the task of bringing both clarity and meaning to a post-truth world. Abdu also defines terms like freedom and autonomy, which is very helpful – especially since our culture often thinks they mean what they don’t. If you’re a Christian, this conversation will encourage and strengthen your beliefs in Jesus. If you’re a skeptic, this conversation will help you reflect on yo...2018-07-0228 min
Hank Unplugged: Essential Christian ConversationsSaving Truth with Abdu MurrayIncreasingly, Western culture defines personal freedom as “whatever works.” The compilers of the Oxford English Dictionary even went so far as to name “post-truth” their word of the year in 2016. This begs the question, can truth be saved? Abdu Murray, author of Saving Truth: Finding Meaning and Clarity in a Post-Truth World believes that it can and joins Hank to discuss how we can rediscover truth and change the direction of our culture. How can Christians offer truth and clarity to a world that shuns both? Listen to this edition of Hank Unplugged to find out.Topics discussed include...2018-05-031h 24
Off The ShelfEpisode 34 - Abdu Murray - A former Muslim discusses the doctrine of the Trinity (Part 3)In this episode, Rod concludes his interview with well known apologist and author, Abdu Murray.
For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine-year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart.
In this episode, Rod and Abdu discuss the doctrine of the Trinity including:
whether analogies are useful in understanding the Trinity:
baptism in the na...2017-10-1624 minOff The ShelfEpisode 33 - Abdu Murray - A former Muslim discusses the doctrine of the Trinity (Part 2)In this episode, Rod continues with part 2 of his interview with h well known apologist and author, Abdu Murray.
For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine-year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart.
In this episode, Rod and Abdu discuss the doctrine of the Trinity, including:
the biblical basis for the doctrine of th...2017-10-0930 minOff The ShelfEpisode 32 - Abdu Murray - A former Muslim talks about the doctrine of the Trinity (Part 1)In this episode of Off The Shelf, Rod talks to Abdu Murray, a well known apologist and the author of two books, including his latest, Grand Central Question: Answering the Critical Concerns of the Major Worldviews.
For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur’an and Islam. After a nine-year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith can answer the questions of the mind and the longings of the heart.
Abdu has spoken to di...2017-10-0226 min
Parenting Great Kids with Dr. Meg Meeker#36: Kids and Faith (with guest Abdu Murray)Talking with your kids about faith is an important topic for many families these days, and your job as a parent is to help them develop that role of faith in their lives. Because faith is such a big topic, Dr. Meg invited Abdu Murray, the North American Director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries and the author of two books, including his latest, Grand Central Question: Answering the Critical Concerns of the Major Worldviews, to sit down and have a conversation about Kids and Faith. Also in this episode Dr. Meg gives you her three points to ponder to...2017-08-2955 min
The God Zone Show: Learn How to Hear God’s Voice | Live with Inspired Purpose | Prosper through TroubleGZS 051: 3 Steps Every Christian Should Take with Abdu MurrayAbdu Murray is an author, major ministry director, well known speaker, and attorney Abdu Murray. Paul and Abdu discuss Abdu’s work as North American Director of Ravi Zacharias Ministries, his journey from Islam to Christ and his important book Grand Central Question. This will inspire and instruct you in 3 steps to approach others about God and how the concerns of major world views can all be answered at the cross. Visit GodZoneShow.com for show notes and to ask a question or leave a comment and answer the engagement question. Subs...2017-04-2844 min
TCM Audio ArchivesFinding Truth with Justin Eimers & Cal Moore | S1 | SPECIAL: Abdu Murray
ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Justin Eimers and Cal Moore sit down with Embrace the Truth International's Abdu Murray to discuss his ReMIND Conference plenary session, "Grand Central Questions: The Uniqueness of Christ."
ABOUT ABDU MURRAY: Abdu is the President and co-founder of Embrace the Truth.
For most of his life, Abdu was a proud Muslim who studied the Qur'an and Islam. After a nine year investigation into the historical, philosophical, and scientific underpinnings of the major world religions and views, Abdu discovered that the historic Christian faith alone can answers the questions of th...2015-08-1900 min