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All Rise with Abdu MurrayGood Will Toward Men? Sharing Truth In A Polarized World | Ep 95 This special Christmas episode of All Rise with Abdu Murray features a live presentation Abdu delivered at Rochester Christian University. Following the talk, Abdu engages in a live Q&A with students and other attendees that spans a wide range of theological and cultural issues, including perhaps the most polarizing one of all right now: Has Zionism hijacked Christianity? This episode is presented in full as a Christmas release, inviting listeners to consider how truth can be shared thoughtfully—even in the most contested conversations. 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on tri...
2025-12-221h 01
All Rise with Abdu MurrayIs Christianity Just Zoroastrianism 2.0? Plus Preparing for Other Worldviews (Viewer Questions) | Ep 94In this episode, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell address two important questions submitted by viewers—one about the origins of Christian belief, and one about sharing the Christian faith with people from different backgrounds. 1. "Is Jesus just a copy of Zoroaster?" We examine the popular claim that Christianity borrowed its key ideas from ancient Zoroastrianism. Did concepts like judgment, resurrection, or a final savior come from Persian religion? We walk through what the historical evidence actually shows and let the scholars speak. 2. "How should we engage people who are more difficult to reach, such as Je...
2025-12-0851 min
Real Talk with Zuby#392 Abdu Murray - Everything We're Told About The West Is WrongZuby is joined by Abdu Murray; attorney, public speaker, author, and founder of Embrace the Truth. Abdu is a former Muslim who spent nine years investigating the historical, philosophical, and scientific claims of Christianity before converting. The two discuss what 'truth' is, the argument for God’s existence, and why Abdu sees the Bible as uniquely coherent both philosophically and existentially. The conversation also explores the West’s cultural crisis, post-truth thinking, gender ideology, transhumanist dreams, and more.Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/z...
2025-12-051h 33
All Rise with Abdu MurrayThe Creation of Evil and the Origin of the Qur'an (Viewer Questions) | Ep 93 In this new series, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell tackle your toughest—and sometimes bluntest—questions about Christianity, Islam, theology, philosophy, and culture. In today's episode, we address two big viewer questions: 1. "What does it mean when Christians say evil is a 'negation of the good'? Doesn't that minimize real evil?" We unpack the classical Christian understanding of evil—not as something trivial or imaginary, but as a profound distortion of the good—and explain why this view actually amplifies the seriousness of evil rather than diminishing it. 2. "You said most Muslims don't read the...
2025-11-171h 01
All Rise with Abdu MurrayDo We Choose to Believe or Discover the Truth? And More! (Live Q&A) | Ep 92 In this live university Q&A at Western Michigan University, Abdu Murray engages students in a wide-ranging conversation about belief, doubt, and truth. From cultural identity and politics to science and the soul, Abdu explores whether faith is a leap or a response to something real. Students press him on everything from the "women be silent" passage to the Trinity, from moral questions to science and DNA. Drawing from his journey from Islam to Christianity, Abdu shows how truth isn't just an idea to defend—it's a reality that changes how we see the world and...
2025-11-0355 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayWhy Does God Allow Evil? And More Tough Questions (Live Q&A) | Ep 91In this live audience Q&A at Northend Church, Abdu Murray joins Pastor Mike Sherbino to tackle some of the hardest questions people ask about God, evil, and faith. From the problem of suffering to the reach of grace, from apathy and doubt to conversations with Muslims and Hindus, this open forum explores what it means to trust God when the world feels broken. Abdu also shares from his own journey from Islam to Christianity, and how the hope of Christ transforms not only how we think, but how we see others. Abdu...
2025-10-201h 17
All Rise with Abdu MurrayWhy I Left Orthodox Judaism for Christ: David Shapiro's Story & Belief | Ep 90 How could an Orthodox Jew become a Christian? Doesn't that mean rejecting the Torah and your own Jewishness? In this episode of All Rise, Abdu sits down with David Shapiro, host of the Boundless Bible Podcast and a former Orthodox Jew turned Christian apologist. Together they talk about David's journey from Judaism to Christianity and explore the continuity and discontinuity between these two worldviews by looking at the Torah, the Fall and the Tree of Life, the Messiah, binitariansim, and much more. Learn more about David Shapiro and all of his projects at https://www.d...
2025-10-061h 24
All Rise with Abdu MurrayBurning Questions on Hell, Islam, Sexuality, and More Answered (NYC Q&A) | Ep 89What do you say when someone asks, "If God is so loving, why do people end up in hell?" In this special Q&A at Times Square Church in New York City, Abdu Murray tackled some of the hardest questions about faith, truth, and the hope found in Christ. From challenges about the Bible's trustworthiness to how Christians can minister to friends in the LGBTQ community, these questions cut to the heart of what it means to follow Jesus in today's culture. Thanks to the efforts of Times Square Church, this evening brought together hundreds...
2025-09-0850 min
The Boundless Bible37: Abdu Murray: The Beauty of Embracing The TruthSend us a textAbdu Murray is an author, attorney, and leading Christian apologist who has spent years engaging some of the most pressing questions about faith and culture. Once a devout Muslim, Abdu dedicated nearly a decade to investigating the historical, philosophical, and scientific claims of Christianity before coming to faith in Jesus.Today, he serves as the President of Embrace the Truth, a ministry dedicated to sharing the Gospel through open conversations, debates, and media. Abdu has spoken around the world at universities, churches, and conferences, and is known for his...
2025-09-0350 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayMy Dialogue with a Hindu on Creation, Evil, Reincarnation and Much More! | Ep 88In this episode of All Rise, we are bringing you a wide-ranging dialogue between Abdu Murray (a former Muslim who is now a Christian) and Fred Stella (a former Catholic who is now Hindu) on life's deepest questions. How did the universe come to be? Why is there evil and suffering? What happens after death—and what role do reincarnation and karma play? Together, in front of a packed audience at Compass Church in Naperville, Illinois, they engage candidly on the Hindu and Christian views of creation, the problem of suffering, the caste system, and the hope of...
2025-08-251h 36
All Rise with Abdu MurrayPROOF Junk DNA was NEVER Junk! Science Finally Caught Up … with Fuz Rana | Ep 84Was "junk DNA" ever really junk—or did science just need to catch up with design? In this episode of All Rise, we talk to Dr. Fazale Rana (biochemist and President & CEO at Reasons to Believe) to dive into one of the most groundbreaking scientific reversals in recent history: the 2024 Nobel Prize awarded for discoveries showing that so-called "junk DNA" is functional and essential. For decades, large portions of the human genome were written off as useless leftovers of evolution. But was that ever good science—or just bad theology in disguise? Fuz Rana walks us t...
2025-07-141h 13
All Rise with Abdu MurrayThe Untold Story of the Quran's Formation with Quran Scholar Andy Bannister | Ep 83Is the Qur'an truly the perfectly preserved word of God—or is its history more complicated than many believe? In this episode of All Rise, Abdu Murray and Qur'an scholar Andy Bannister explore the turbulent early history of the Qur'an: from its oral roots to the compilation controversies that many Muslims have never been told about. Was there really just one Qur'an from the beginning? Did early Muslim leaders know what the Qur'an was? And what can the evidence of oral storytelling, variant versions, and missing passages tell us about how the Qur'an came to be?
2025-06-301h 42
All Rise with Abdu MurrayJesus in Islam: Prophet, Messiah … But Not God? | Ep 81Muslims love Jesus—but do they know who He really is? In this episode of All Rise, Abdu Murray explores the Islamic view of Jesus, known to Muslims as "Isa." What does the Qur'an say about Him? Is He just a prophet, or something more? And how do Islamic beliefs about Jesus at the end of time—His return, His role in judgment—compare with what the Bible reveals? Abdu draws from his background as a former Muslim and Christian apologist to explain what Islam gets right about Jesus, what it leaves out, and why the di...
2025-06-021h 21
All Rise with Abdu MurrayWhy Didn't the Virgin Birth Convince Jesus' OWN Family? | Ep 80"If the virgin birth really happened, why did Jesus' own family think He was out of His mind?" That's the sharp question we received after releasing two episodes on the historical and theological credibility of the virgin birth. And honestly, it's a great one. In this episode of All Rise, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell explore the surprising—and often misunderstood—passages in Mark 3:21 and John 7:5, which seem to suggest that Jesus' own family, possibly even Mary, doubted Him or thought He had gone too far. Does that undermine the credibility of the virgin birth? Or i...
2025-05-1954 min
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 bibli...
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 76The 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...
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...
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/@abdumurray
2024-11-0451 min
All Rise with Abdu MurrayMaximal Data & The Gospels with Dr. Lydia McGrew | Ep 65One 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/
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/ ...
2024-08-2658 min
All Rise with Abdu Murray10(ish) Books You Need To Read This Summer | Ep 61Abdu 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...
2024-07-291h 14
Finding Something Real PodcastWhy 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 Real PodcastChristianity: 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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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 55
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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 Real PodcastWhat 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
Faith & Clarity - Biblical Perspectives and Biblical Wisdom on News & Cultural Issues“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 minFaith & Clarity - Biblical Perspectives and Biblical Wisdom on News & Cultural Issues“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 clicking "subscribe"!
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 Real PodcastREPLAY: 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.d
2022-10-0749 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
Access Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityMore Than a White Man's Religion: Why the Gospel Has Never Been Merely White, Male-Centered, or Just Another Religion by Abdu MurrayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/573505to listen full audiobooks.
Title: More Than a White Man's Religion: Why the Gospel Has Never Been Merely White, Male-Centered, or Just Another Religion
Author: Abdu Murray
Narrator: Abdu Murray
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 59 minutes
Release date: September 27, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 1 of Total 1
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Read by the author. Though many today accuse Christianity of being a white, imperialistic religion, it is actually the source for cherished Western ideals of racial and gender equality. In More Than a White Man's Religion, author and speaker Abdu Murray shares stories from the...
2022-09-276h 59
Finding Something Real PodcastQuestions 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
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 min