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The Universe Next DoorChristmas Apologetics Timeline (Promo)Yes, you read that right! The biggest, greatest, most concise and wonderful Christmas apologetics timeline this Thursday night at 5pm on the Universe Next Door!
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When Was Jesus Actually Born?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-most-convincing-case-for-when-jesus-was-born-and/id1464590061?i=1000681579680
Santa is Coming to Town: What Will You Do?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/santa-claus-is-coming-to-town-what-will-you-do-jesus/id1464590061?i=1000639141484
2025-12-0902 minThe Universe Next DoorTop 5 Christian Searches of 2025 (Part 2)In this episode of The Universe Next Door we continue part two of a year-end look at the most-searched questions about Christianity, exploring what sin is, why people are searching for Christian music and local churches, and addressing fears about the number of the beast (666). Nick Shalna reflects on cultural shifts, how Christians should respond, and practical apologetics for today.
2025-12-0228 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Top 5 Christian Searches of 2025"Is Jesus really God?", "Can I know God personally?", what is the role of faith in culture and politics? Join us as Nick Shalna examines the top 5 most popular Christian-related google searches and 2025, and what implications come with them!
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
2025-11-2629 minThe Universe Next DoorQ&A: Demons, Nephilim, and the Rise of Christian NationalismWelcome to The Universe Next Door as we tackle listener questions on demons, the origin of evil spirits, Christian nationalism, angelic appearances, and the resurrection—seeking biblical clarity and objective truth.
Join us for a thoughtful, grace-centered Q&A exploring theology, scripture, and culture, where difficult questions are welcomed.
Angels, Cherubim, and Seraphim:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/angels-cherubim-seraphim-and-the-spiritual-realm-who/id1464590061?i=1000641894301
2025-11-0427 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat Christian Nationalism Is and Isn'tNick Shalna responds to an interview between Joe Rogan and James Talarico on Christian Nationalism. Why is Christian Nationalism a problem, and what are some of the misunderstandings surrounding it?
Video used:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phUEO_VlSZY
2025-10-2134 minThe Universe Next DoorWhy Does Jesus Call Himself the 'Son of Man?'This episode examines why Jesus refers to Himself as the "Son of Man," tracing the term back to Daniel 7 and its Old Testament context.
It explains how Jesus’ words about coming on the clouds and sitting at the right hand of the Ancient of Days were recognized by Jewish leaders as claims to deity, and how the passage relates to the divine council and the two powers in heaven.
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
2025-10-0832 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat No One Expected of the MessiahHave you ever wondered why there were certain expectations in the New Testament as to what Jesus was expected to do?
Nick explores first-century Jewish expectations about the coming Messiah, which Old Testament prophecies were recognized and which were missed, and how Jesus’ miracles, exorcisms, death, and resurrection fulfilled Scripture (and extra-biblical expectations) in surprising ways.
Most Recent Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baptism-the-didache-and-is-kjv-the-best-translation-q-a/id1464590061?i=1000728116685
Revelation 12 Reference:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-most-convincing-case-for-when-jesus-was-born-and/id1464590061?i=1000681579680
Jesus Taking Back His Territory:
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2025-09-3042 minThe Universe Next DoorBaptism, the Didache, and is KJV the Best Translation? (Q&A)Answers to listener questions on baptism (including the Didache and immersion), King James–only claims and textual criticism, and how the Septuagint shapes New Testament readings.
The episode also discusses whether all religions can be true, how Jesus claims deity in the Gospels, differing views on sin, and the Gospels as ancient Greco-Roman biography.
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Most Recent Q&A: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/q-a-salvation-dispensationalism-roman-catholicism/id1464590061?i=1000714379180
Jesus' Deity in Mark Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/did-jesus-claim-to-be-god-in-the-book-of-mark/id1464590061?i=1000679935739
2025-09-2340 minThe Universe Next DoorA Nation on the Edge: The Four Stages of Ideological Subversion and Charlie KirkThis episode reflects on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and uses Yuri Bezmenov’s four stages of ideological subversion—demoralization, destabilization, crisis, and normalization—to explain where the nation stands and what may come next.
It urges Christians to pray for Kirk’s family and the country, to expose and call out agendas, to avoid provocation, and to act faithfully and wisely in public life and at church.
We have a God-given responsibility to react in a godly manner.
Yuri Bezmenov Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yErKTVdETpw&t=4482s
Chri...
2025-09-1631 minThe Universe Next DoorQ&A: Salvation, Dispensationalism, Roman CatholicismThis weeks Q&A includes topics such as dispensationalism, salvation by faith alone, and doctrine left in the dark for 1500 years.
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for the next Q&A
2025-06-2438 minThe Universe Next DoorWas the Early Church Roman Catholic?In this episode, we address the rising interest among young people in traditional churches, focusing on a popular Roman Catholic video that claims the early church was entirely Catholic.
We analyze the dialogue between Protestants and Catholics, particularly concerning interpretations of scripture and the authority of early church figures. This episode questions whether historical interpretations should be seen as infallible and explores how early church beliefs compare to modern Protestant views, particularly in areas like the Eucharist and church hierarchy.
Video Referenced:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4bIcU2JO4Y...
2025-06-0330 minThe Universe Next DoorIs Jesus' God's First and Greatest Created Being?Is Jesus a created being, or is He indeed truly God and truly man? Join us as we dissect the scriptural affirmations of Christ's deity, focusing on pivotal terms like "image of the invisible God" and "firstborn over all creation." We aim to clear the confusion surrounding these terms, firmly establishing Jesus's unique position as the Creator of everything.
As always, we welcome your inquiries and thoughts at: information@apologetics.org
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2025-05-0633 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Unforgivable Sin, What Angels Look Like, and OT Prophecy (Q&A)Join us for the final part of our series where we respond to intriguing questions posed by young adults. In this episode, we explore theological puzzles such as the nature of the unforgivable sin, the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, and the perplexing question of what angels actually look like. We also discuss whether Jesus explicitly claimed to be God and the complexities surrounding the idea of greater and lesser sins.
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2025-04-2249 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat Are the Implications and Consequences of AI? | Alycia Wood and Emily MarascoSpecial guests Alycia Wood and Emily Marasco from Apologetics Inc. join to explore the world of Artificial Intelligence and its ethical implications. In this episode, they discuss whether AI is inherently unethical and delve into the creative process behind the technology. Is there a larger purpose behind AI? Also, what is "AI Jesus"?
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2025-04-0857 minThe Universe Next DoorThe New Pyramid Discovery is Crazier Than You Think (Plus Mr. Beast Suspicion)Welcome to Couch Talk Conspiracies on The Universe Next Door. This episode dives into the groundbreaking discovery of massive structures beneath the pyramids of Giza, challenging the long-held beliefs about the pyramids being tombs for Pharaohs built 4500 years ago. The sonar technology has suggested the existence of spiraling structures, possibly extending miles underground, raising questions about the pyramids' true purpose. As experts prepare to release more detailed findings, this revelation has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of human history and ancient civilizations. Join us as we explore the potential implications and controversies surrounding this extraordinary discovery.
2025-03-2523 minThe Universe Next Door40 Thought-Provoking Questions from Young Adults (Part 2)In this installment, we explore the intriguing notion of undiscovered letters to biblical churches and the nature of the Gospels as ancient biographies. We also tackle the challenging concept of the unforgivable sin and how it relates to blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. Moreover, we engage in the age-old debate of salvation through faith alone versus faith accompanied by works, with insights from both James 2 and Romans 3.
Part 1:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/40-thought-provoking-questions-from-young-adults-pt-1/id1464590061?i=1000698783821
Mike Licona Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-the-bible-inerrant-and-can-it-be-trusted-mike-licona/id1...
2025-03-1833 minThe Universe Next Door40 Thought-Provoking Questions from Young Adults (Pt. 1)Today we begin tackling 40 intriguing questions posed by young adults from a Bible study group. As we venture into this three-part exploration, we delve into topics ranging from the nature of exorcisms and the beliefs surrounding guardian angels to the critical role of prayer and communion in different Christian traditions. Join us in this engaging discussion aimed at equipping listeners with wisdom and understanding to navigate our own discussions and beliefs about Christ and Scripture.
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2025-03-1152 minThe Universe Next DoorWhy Is Christianity Shrinking?Why do statistics tell us that the Church in America is getting smaller? In this episode, we explore the state of Christianity in the United States, analyzing the shifts in religious affiliations both inside and outside the church. We examine recent surveys and statistics, from pre-COVID times to today, to understand the cultural and theological dynamics influencing Christianity.
Send your questions and arguments to information@apologetics.org
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2025-02-2542 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Misunderstood Purpose of SacrificesIf the Old Testament sacrificial system was effective, why would we need Jesus? This discussion is rooted in a closer examination Hebrews 10, as we unravel the true purpose of sacrifices and their limitations, but also the true intention of the sacrificial system.
We also examine the Day of Atonement as described in Leviticus 16, examining its role in cleansing sacred space rather than forgiving sins. Discover how the ultimate sacrifice on the cross by Jesus Christ fulfills what the blood of bulls and goats could never achieve.
2025-02-1132 minThe Universe Next DoorSola Scriptura: Debating Scripture's AuthorityJoin us as we delve into the concept of Sola Scriptura, examining the Protestant and Catholic perspectives on biblical authority. Join us as we analyze a video from Catholic Answers and discuss the significance of Scripture alone versus Scripture plus church authority. We aim to simplify these complex arguments, starting from the basics and building our understanding from there. Don't miss an engaging and insightful discussion that is crucial for both Protestants and Catholics.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6FcqnZ6MW0&t=13s
2025-02-0526 minThe Universe Next DoorWatch Yourselves: A Warning Against Coming Dangers in the ChurchAs political landscapes shift, we navigate the implications of transitioning from a 'woke left' to a 'woke right' movement, examining the ideological threats posed to Christianity both inside and outside the church. What should we look for? How should we respond? How do we maintain a posture of worship in light of so many distractions and duties? Are you equipped to understand crucial cultural issues and stand firm against these threats?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
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2025-01-2836 minThe Universe Next DoorUnveiling the Truth About Hell, Mary, and Greek OrthodoxyIn this episode of The Universe Next Door, join us as we tackle some thought-provoking questions from our listeners. From the divine role of Mary and the nature of hell to the traditions and beliefs of the Greek Orthodox Church, we delve deep into significant theological discussions.
Discover insights on why salvation is ultimately found through faith in Jesus Christ and explore the complexities of eternal conscious torment versus annihilationism. We also touch upon the historical roots of Christianity and how to engage with church history to deepen your understanding of faith.
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2025-01-2129 minThe Universe Next DoorWas the Deity of Jesus a Later Invention? (Refuting Dr. Bart Ehrman Pt. 2)In this episode of The Universe Next Door, we continue our in-depth exploration of the Gospel of Mark, focusing on Jesus' divine claims in response to Bart Ehrman's assertion that Jesus never claims to be God in this book. Join us as we delve into chapters 9-16, highlighting how Jesus consistently presents himself as divine through prophecies, parables, and direct statements.
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
Part 1:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/did-jesus-claim-to-be-god-in-the-book-of-mark/id1464590061?i=1000679935739
The Transfiguration:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...
2025-01-0734 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat Is Truth? | Matthew MittelbergSend us your Questions and Comments Here
How do we define truth? Is there a difference between determining what truth is and how to know it? Are there any good reasons to believe that objective truth exists? Why does it seem as though our current culture is in a "truth crisis"? Nick Shalna interviews Matthew Mittelberg (Speaker and Apologist for Apologetics Inc) on what truth is and why it matters.
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
Check Out Matthew's Awesome Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewVMitt/videos
2024-12-3141 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Most Convincing Case for When Jesus Was Born (And it isn’t December)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
While the New Testament does not give an explicit date or any date at all for the birth of Jesus, does it offer clues and insights as to when His birthdate may have been? Is the Christmas holiday really based on pagan myths and legends such as Saturnalia? Is it possible that scholars have been misled by a mistake Josephus made regarding the timing of the reign of Herod?
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2024-12-2435 minThe Universe Next DoorDid Jesus Claim to be God in the Book of Mark? (Refuting Dr. Bart Ehrman Pt. 1)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Bart Ehrman famously proclaimed that Jesus never claimed to be God in the Gospel of Mark and that this was a later invention by the church. Is he correct? Did Jesus see Himself as only a prophet? Nick Shalna provides an example from every chapter of Mark where Jesus makes an undeniable claim to Deity.
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What You Don't Know About the Transfiguration:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/15027918-what-you-don-t-know-about-the-transfiguration-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-4
Are We Required to Keep the Sabbath?
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2024-12-1040 minThe Universe Next DoorChristian Nationalism Exposed in Communist HoaxSend us your Questions and Comments Here
In this episode of the Universe Next Door, Nick Shalna responds to Dr. James Lindsay's article that was published on American Reformer, a well-known Christian Nationalist publisher. In the article, Dr. Lindsay modified the Communist Manifesto and submitted it for publishing. What does this tell us about the underlying issues with Christian Nationalism? What do the "Woke Left" and the new "Woke Right" undeniably have in common?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
What is (and isn't) Christian Nationalism?
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2024-12-0320 minThe Universe Next DoorWhy Are You a Christian? (How to Answer)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Have you ever been asked an important question about your faith and panicked feeling like the blood was sucked out of your face? How would you respond if someone asked you why you follow Christ? Would you have a convincing and honest answer prepared, or would you resort to telling them how you became a Christian rather than why?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
Original Sin?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divine
Resurrection Series:
Gary Habermas on...
2024-11-2645 minThe Universe Next DoorQ&A: Did the Catholic Church Invent Hell?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Is the United States past the point of return in regard to division? Did the Catholic Church invent hell as a scare tactic? Are science and faith contradictory? Why do people die physically?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
Original Sin:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/235413/episodes/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-end
What is Annihilationism?
https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/235413/episodes/13111746-did-jesus-descend-to-hell-and-what-is-annihilationism
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2024-11-1936 minThe Universe Next DoorWhy I’m Not A Calvinist (Part 2)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What does the term 'predestination' mean? Is everyone chosen either to be saved or not to be saved, and on the other hand, should we ignore the term? Why is Romans 9 so highly debated and does it provide a strong argument for reformed theology? What sort of tension existed between Jews and Gentiles in the first century?
Send your questions and disagreements to information@apologetics.org
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Why I'm Not A Calvinist Part 1: https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/15932823-5-reasons-i-m-not-a-calvinist-part-1
2024-11-1242 minThe Universe Next DoorCTC: Could America Really Have a Civil War?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
In this episode of Couch Talk Conspiracies (by The Universe Next Door): Why has there been so much talk of a Civil War in the US? Is America a failed experiment and what's intended to take its place? How important is it for Christians to be informed of what's going on and what can we do to make a positive and significant change?
Four Stages of Ideological Subversion (Must Read):
https://sovereignnations.com/2024/04/26/the-4-stages-of-ideological-subversion-public-occurrences-ep-119/
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2024-10-2834 minThe Universe Next DoorChristian Nationalism: What You Need to KnowSend us your Questions and Comments Here
What is Christian Nationalism? How might the term be deceiving? Why do things in our nation seem to be going downhill rapidly and what is the right response? What is the "woke right" and how is it being weaponized? Join us as Nick Shalna explains the issues and consequences associated with the Christian Nationalism movement.
*Catholic Intregalism is another prominent form of Christian Nationalism
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2024-10-2235 minThe Universe Next Door5 Reasons I’m Not A Calvinist (Part 1)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Does God determine ahead of time who He'll save and who He won't? Are we totally depraved to the point that we can't recognize the goodness
s and power of the gospel? Why does the Bible say that "Many are invited but few are chosen?" What can we do to avoid being trapped in a theological framework that causes us to be unobjective?
Send your questions and disagreements to information@apologetics.org or follow us on Twitter https://x.com/tundpodcast
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2024-10-1548 minThe Universe Next DoorPray for Present and Future Hurricane VictimsSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Join us hopefully later in the week or next Tuesday for our next episode!
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John 6 and Transubstantiation:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/15851846-why-transubstantiation-has-nothing-to-do-with-john-6-the-bread-of-life
Is Scripture Innerant in Every Way?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/15582797-did-god-providentially-or-directly-inspire-the-bible-inspiration-and-inerrancy-series-pt-1
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2024-10-0801 minThe Universe Next DoorWhy Transubstantiation Has Nothing To Do with John 6 (The Bread of Life)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What did Jesus mean when He said "I am the bread of life" in John 6? Did He intend to make a statement about consuming Him physically in one sense or another? Is the idea of transubstantiation biblical and is it found in John 6? What parallels might John be trying to draw between this story and similar accounts in the New Testament?
Send your questions and disagreements to information@apologetics.org
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2024-10-0126 minThe Universe Next Door5 Manipulative Traps Christians Must Avoid To Be EffectiveSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Jesus sends us out to be as wise as serpents and as innocent as doves. What traps should we be on the lookout for? How do we avoid being tricked into admitting something we didn't do or promoting something we don't believe in? How can recognizing these traps help us to be shrewd and avoid disabling our ability to share the gospel and defend Christian values? Join Nick Shalna as he discusses 5 common traps used to slow down our mission and advance dangerous ideologies.
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2024-09-2544 minThe Universe Next DoorA Reminder that Hitler is Evil and Christians Should Recognize It | Richard WeikartSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Nick Shalna interviews Dr. Richard Weikart on why there has been so much recent talk about Hitler being an "ok guy" and Churchill being the real villain of WWII. Why have young men in the Christian Nationalist movement recently sympathized with the Third Reich? Why has there seemingly been a large effort to rewrite history? How much of the holocaust originated with Hitler and how much originated with (some of) the German population at the time? Why does this matter today?
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2024-09-1059 minThe Universe Next DoorQ&A: Abortion, Eden and New Dimensions, My BiasesSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Send in your questions to information@apologetics.org for our next Q&A!
Abortion and Amendment 4:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/15613164-abortion-amendment-4-and-incrementalism-vs-abolitionism-scott-klusendorf
The Evidence for the Resurrection is Overwhelming:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12577844-why-the-evidence-for-the-resurrection-is-overwhelming-gary-habermas
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2024-09-0337 minThe Universe Next DoorDo Ancient Israelite Scientific Views Contradict Inerrancy? (Inspiration and Inerrancy Part 2)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Did Ancient Israel believe that the earth was flat and had a solid dome over it? Did they believe stars were living beings rather than balls of gas? Should the way they viewed the world affect the reliability of the Bible? Join us for the second part of our series on inspiration and inerrancy!
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
Part 1 of the Inspiration Series:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/15582797-did-god-providentially-or-directly-inspire-the-bible-inspiration-and-inerrancy-series-pt-1
Were Stars viewed as Angels in the Bible?
2024-08-2733 minThe Universe Next DoorAbortion Amendment 4 and Incrementalism vs Abolitionism | Scott KlusendorfSend us your Questions and Comments Here
What is Amendment Four on the Florida ballot? Why does it seem people have been deceived by it? What's the difference between the incrementalist and abolitionist positions when it comes to abortion? Is there a practical way to ban abortion all at once or is this some sort of virtue signaling? Scott Klusendorf (The Case for Life) joins Nick Shalna to discuss these issues among others.
Send your questions or disagreements to information@apologetics.org
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2024-08-2052 minThe Universe Next DoorDid God Providentially or Directly Inspire the Bible? (Inspiration and Inerrancy Series Pt. 1)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What does it mean for the Bible to be inspired by God? How specific is the famous term used in 2 Timothy 3:16, "God-Breathed" (Theopneustos)? Did the authors of Scripture think for themselves or did they mindlessly record ideas that came directly from God? Why has there been so much debate over how to define the Inspiration and Inerrancy of Scripture?
Join us next week for our interview on Amendment 4 (yes, it's a pro-abortion amendment) with Scott Klusendorf -- author of The Case for Life
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2024-08-1446 minThe Universe Next DoorArcheologist: When did the Exodus Actually Happen? | Titus KennedySend us your Questions and Comments Here
Did the Exodus take place in (roughly) 1476 BC or around 1200 BC? Why is this date important and what significance does it have? Where do we find clues for this date both inside and outside of the Bible? Is archeology as fun as it looks? Nick Shalna and Dr. Tom Woodward interview Archeologist Titus Kennedy on the date of the Exodus and more!
Episode on a later date for the Exodus:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/235413/episodes/11368407-is-there-evidence-for-a-biblical-mass-exodus-from-egypt-tim-mahoney-patterns-of-evidence
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2024-08-0654 minThe Universe Next DoorMarxist Olympics, Mental Gymnastics and YouSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Why is everything getting increasingly more chaotic and what can we do about it? Was the 'Last Supper" re-enactment at the Olympics more than just a 'woke' skit?
What are the four stages of ideological subversion and why is it crucial that we be aware of it?
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https://sovereignnations.com/2024/04/26/the-4-stages-of-ideological-subversion-public-occurrences-ep-119/
Jill Biden Quote:
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/first-lady-jill-biden-praises-olympics-opening-ceremony-mocked-last-supper
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2024-07-3015 minThe Universe Next DoorHow Can We Pray for America After the Events this Weekend?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
In what ways can we pray for our country after the devastating events we all witnessed?
Join us back here next Tuesday at 5 pm for the episode on Inspiration and Innerrancy!
The Christ is King Trap:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14907957-a-letter-on-the-christ-is-king-trap
What's Behind Trans Visibility Day?:
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2024-07-1620 minThe Universe Next DoorWas Genesis Wrong About Creation? (Alex O’Connor vs Dinesh D’Souza)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Was Genesis Chapter 1 intended to be a scientific account of creation? Why does Genesis 1-11 seem to have so much in common with other writings from Israel's surrounding neighbors? In this debate, Nick responds to Alex O'Connor catching Dinesh D'Souza off-guard with some questions about the Bible. Are you prepared to defend your views on creation?
Is the Bible Inerrant and Can it be Trusted? | Mike Licona:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/15350669-is-the-bible-inerrant-and-can-it-be-trusted-mike-licona
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2024-07-0928 minThe Universe Next DoorIs the Bible Inerrant and Can It Be Trusted? | Mike LiconaSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Nick Shalna interviews Dr. Michael Licona, author of Jesus, Contradicted, on the ideas of inspiration, inerrancy, and the reasons for differences among New Testament Gospels. How does the way that the gospels present the same story differently reflect the writing standards of the 1st century? What kinds of things did 1st Century authors do that may surprise us? If there is a surface contradiction or error in the Bible, does it disqualify its reliability and trustworthiness?
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2024-07-0258 minThe Universe Next DoorIs This the Most Evil Idea In the New Testament? (@Richard Dawkins & CosmicSkeptic - Rapid Response)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Are we born into the world guilty of sin? Did Jesus Himself say He came to die for our sins? Can everyone recognize that there is some standard we all fall short of, and why does it matter which standard it is? Is morality possible apart from God?
Send your questions or video to information@apologetics.org!
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QkZ8_mLCoA
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2024-06-2928 minThe Universe Next DoorIs God Responsible for People Going to Hell? (@The Atheist Experience - Rapid Response)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Nick responds to a throwback video of Matt Dilahaunty taking a phone call from a Christian on "The Atheist Experience". Does the reality of God's foreknowledge necessitate the idea that He causes all of our actions? Is God responsible for all who go to hell because He created it? How should believers carry a conversation about the faith, and how SOULDN'T they?
Send your video or questions to information@apologetics.org for the Rapid Response series!
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2024-06-2733 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat’s With All Of These Bible Contradictions? (@Cosmicskeptic - Rapid Response)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Was the Israelite conquest genocide? Are there contradictions in the New Testament that bring doubt to the reliability of the Four Gospels? What does it mean for the Bible to be "true"? Did the Gospel writers forget when events happened? How does comparing the Gospels to other Ancient Greco-Roman Biographies add significance to the discussion?
Send your video or questions to information@apologetics.org for the Rapid Response series!
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2024-06-2645 minThe Universe Next DoorDid Jesus Go To Egypt to Learn Ancient Secrets? (@Billy Carson - Rapid Response)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
How much time did Jesus spend in Egypt? Is the term "God" a mistranslation in the Bible? Is Yahweh just a Deity from another Pantheon? Where do modern-day gnostic ideas come from?
Send a video to information@apologetics.org for Nick to respond to in the Rapid Response Series!
Former Psychic: Communicating with Demons:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14678738-former-psychic-communicating-with-spirits-tarot-cards-ouija-boards-demons-jenn-nizza
Who were the Angels of the Seven Churches?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14329066-who-are-the-angels-of-the-seven-churches-in-revelation
Video Referenced:
2024-06-2542 minThe Universe Next DoorDoes this One Verse Undermine the Whole Bible? (@HolyKoolaid - Rapid Response)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
In the first episode of the rapid response series, Nick Shalna responds to a popular video by Youtube content creator Holy Koolaid. Was it unnecessary for Jesus to die on the cross to forgive sins? Is the Bible unreliable?
Send in a video for Nick to respond to - information@apologetics.org
Related Episodes:
Trans Visibility Day vs Easter -
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14815189-trans-visibility-day-vs-easter-which-resurrection-will-you-recognize
Do Christians Indoctrinate Their Children?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14498126-do-christians-indoctrinate-their-children-and-is-it-abuse
2024-06-2429 minThe Universe Next DoorDid Jesus Come to Bring A Sword? (Are You Sure You Know) [Pt. 7]Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Why did Jesus say that He came to bring a sword in Matthew 10:34? Furthermore, why does Luke's account differ, saying He came to bring division? What is Matthew intending to communicate by using the term "sword"? What differences were prominent between Jewish and Gentile audiences in the 1st century?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org now for our Q&A on Friday, June 28!
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TUND Episodes:
Most Recent: Satan in Job
Mike Licona Differences in the G...
2024-06-1849 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Satan in Job Isn’t Who You Think It Is [Are You Sure You Know Pt. 6]Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Who is "the satan" figure in the Book of Job? Is the term "satan" ever used in the Old Testament to describe the Devil? Where is Satan mentioned in the Old Testament and why does it matter?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for the Q&A on the last Friday of the month!
Intro to Divine Council Worldview:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12196148-the-view-that-changed-the-way-i-read-my-bible-divine-council-worldview
Who is Satan?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11692097-the-serpent-and-the-guardian-cherub-who-is-satan-part-1
Paul Evans...
2024-06-1240 minThe Universe Next Door5 Reasons Why I’m ProtestantSend us your Questions and Comments Here
What are some of the key differences between Protestantism and the Roman Catholic church? How does one's view of Scripture affect their objectivity when studying biblical concepts? Did God ordain or command for there to be an authoritative church body to interpret the Bible? Is purgatory a biblical concept and was Mary sinless?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on Friday June 28!
On this Rock: What Catholics and Protestants Both Miss -
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/15074303-on-this-rock-what-catholics-and-protestants-both-get-wrong-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-5
2024-06-0543 minThe Universe Next DoorQ&A: Preterism, Book of Jasher, End of the WorldSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Send in your questions now to information@apologetics for our Q&A on Friday June 28!
Joshua and the Sun Standing Still:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14943176-did-joshua-make-the-sun-stand-still-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-3
Why Did Jesus Say "You are all gods"?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14635232-why-does-jesus-say-you-are-gods
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2024-06-0227 minThe Universe Next DoorDid You Know This About CS Lewis? | Dr. Hal PoeSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Nick Shalna and Dr. Tom Woodward interview Dr. Hal Poe - CS Lewis expert and descendant of Edgar Allen Poe - on the incredible life of CS Lewis. What tragedies occurred in Lewis's life that helped shape him? How did his upbringing influence who he became? Why did CS Lewis originally convert to Atheism and then later become a profound Christian author?
Don't forget to send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A coming up Friday May 31!
CS Lewis Biography Series:
2024-05-2146 minThe Universe Next DoorOn this Rock: What Catholics and Protestants Both Get Wrong [Are You Sure You Know Pt.5]Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Was Peter the first Pope? What Rock was Jesus referring to when He spoke to Peter in Matthew 16? What were "the Gates of Hell" and why is this concept crucial for understanding this passage? What does the geography of the event have to do with the meaning of what Jesus is communicating?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of May!
The Meaning of the Transfiguration:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/15027918-what-you-don-t-know-about-the-transfiguration-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-4
Binding and...
2024-05-1542 minThe Universe Next DoorWas Peter the First Pope and What Rock was Jesus Referring To?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Are Catholics and Protestants both incorrect in their interpretations of the Matthew 16 passage where Jesus says "On this rock I will build my church and the gates of hell will not prevail?" Join us tomorrow night to find out!
Send your questions to information@apologetic.org now for our Q&A on the last Friday or May!
In the meantime, check out the part 1 episode on the transfiguration:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/15027918-what-you-don-t-know-about-the-transfiguration-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-4
Did Joshua Make the Sun Stand Still?
2024-05-1401 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat You Don’t Know about the Transfiguration [Are You Sure You Know Pt. 4]Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What was the point of the transfiguration? What is the story intending to communicate and does it have anything to do with us? Why were Moses and Elijah present and why did Peter want to build tents? What does the location of the event communicate in regards to spiritual powers and authorities? Join us next week to find out why Jesus says "On this Rock, I will build my church".
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of May!
2024-05-0753 minThe Universe Next DoorA Scientist and the Complexity of Life | Bill Dembski and Tom WoodwardSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Nick Shalna is joined by Dr. Bill Demsbki (Intelligent Design Author) and Dr. Tom Woodward (Discovery Institute, Apologetics Inc) to discuss the concept of specified complexity and the update of Dr. Dembski's classic book: The Design Inference. How did the Intelligent Design movement start and how far has it come? Why are the accusations made against the movement 30 years ago no longer holding water today? Why are world-renowned thinkers now taking the premise of a Designer so seriously?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org now for our...
2024-04-3045 minThe Universe Next DoorQ&A: Babel Episode, Original Sin and Virgin BirthSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Send in your questions for next month's Q&A to information@apologetics.org!
Episodes referenced:
Did Joshua make the Sun Stand Still?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14943176-did-joshua-make-the-sun-stand-still-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-3
Babel Response Episode:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14774037-what-definitely-didn-t-happen-at-babel-response-to-kristi-burke-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-1
Original Sin and Child Damnation Episode:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-end
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2024-04-2628 minThe Universe Next DoorDid Joshua Make the Sun Stand Still? [Are You Sure You Know Pt. 3]Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Did the sun stop moving in the sky in Joshua 10, or are we misunderstanding how ancients thought of the sun "standing still"? Does taking a less common view mean you have less faith? Why were Israel's surrounding neighbors so particular about the alignment of stars and planets before battle and how may that play a role in this popular story? Join us for part 3 of our current series: "Are you sure you know what that verse means?"
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org now for our Q...
2024-04-2346 minThe Universe Next DoorA Letter on the ’Christ is King’ TrapSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Join us next Tuesday as we continue our series: "Are you sure you know what that verse means?"
For the record, I have a beard and a truck.
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2024-04-1712 minThe Universe Next DoorAbraham’s Promise: ’As’ the Stars in Heaven? [Are you sure you know Pt. 2]Send us your Questions and Comments Here
In the second part of the "Are you sure you know whats that verse means?" series, Nick Shalna presents a prominent ancient Jewish view of God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 15. What does it mean to be made "as" the stars in heaven? Is this simply quantitative and a reference to numerical value, or is there something more? How should we understand being made "heirs of the cosmos"?
Most recent episode on Babel:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14774037-what-definitely-didn-t-happen-at-babel-response-to-kristi-burke-series-pt-1
How Were Stars Viewed...
2024-04-0952 minThe Universe Next DoorTrans Visibility Day vs Easter: Which Resurrection will you Recognize?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
If you are under the impression that Trans Visibility Day took place on Easter Sunday this year as a coincidence, we hope your mind is changed by the end of this episode. What does this day represent? How should Christians react and not react?
Responding to the Trans Movement:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14408633-thinking-and-responding-to-the-growing-trans-movement-alycia-wood
The Marxification of Education:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13790276-refusing-to-stay-asleep-in-a-woke-culture-defeating-defeatism-series
The "He gets us" Campaign:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14541410-i-dug-further-into-the-he-gets-us-campaign
Su...
2024-04-0242 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat definitely DIDN’T Happen at Babel (Response to Kristi Burke) [Are you sure you know Pt.1]Send us your Questions and Comments Here
In the first episode of the "Are you sure you know what that verse means" series, Nick Shalna responds to a video from a popular Youtuber on the story of the Tower of Babel. What really happened in Genesis 11? Why does God say let "us" go down? Is this story just a myth? Why is context so important when interpreting the Bible?
Send any questions you have to information@apologetics.org for our Good Friday Q&A!
Kristi Burke's Video on Babel:
https...
2024-03-2651 minThe Universe Next DoorAre You Sure You Know What That Verse Means?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Join us next week for a brand new series on rethinking some popular interpretations that may not capture the full meaning of what the original author and God intended for a passage!
What does it mean to be "As the stars in heaven"?
Did Joshua really make the sun stand still in the sky?
Is David and Goliath more than simply a heroic story?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of the month!
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2024-03-1903 minThe Universe Next DoorFormer-Psychic: Communicating with Spirits, Tarot Cards, Ouija Boards, Demons | Jenn NizzaSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Have you ever wondered what psychics actually do or where they get their information? Are Ouija Boards and Tarot Cards real? Is it possible to communicate with the dead or with demonic forces? What is Automatic Writing? What does the Bible have to say about these issues?
Nick Shalna has a conversation with Jenn Nizza, a former psychic who is now a Christian believer, on how spiritual warfare plays out in the life of a psychic versus the life of a Christian.
Send your questions to information@a...
2024-03-1242 minThe Universe Next DoorWhy Does Jesus Say ’You are gods’?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What is going on in Psalm 82 when "Elohim" judges the "Elohim"? Is the intended meaning that God is judging a group of human leaders, or is there something much more significant in this chapter? Why does Jesus quote this passage to the Jews who are charging Him with blasphemy in John 10:35 before they try to kill Him? How do respected reformed scholars James White and John Piper interpret this passage and where does Nick Shalna disagree with them?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q...
2024-03-0538 minThe Universe Next DoorWere Stars Viewed as Angels in the Bible?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
It's common for us to read our modern scientific findings into the text of the Bible, but what did the ancient Israelites actually believe about cosmology and the formation of the earth? Did they believe the stars were fiery gas balls millions of miles away, or did they believe they were divine beings? How would a view of a smaller and more compact universe affect the way they looked at culture and meaning? If they had something wrong about science, does that diminish the view of inspiration and inerrancy?
2024-02-2837 minThe Universe Next DoorFormer-Psychic Interview Coming TomorrowSend us your Questions and Comments Here
The interview with Jenn Nizza, a former psychic now a Christian believer, will be released tomorrow afternoon!
Are Tarot card readings real? Do psychics get their knowledge from demonic forces or are they experts at deception? What about crystals and Oijuia boards? Does demonic possession still exist and are witchcraft spells real?
In the meantime, check out our most recent episode:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14562976-q-a-original-sin-slavery-trump-morality-war-in-heaven
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2024-02-2701 minThe Universe Next DoorQ&A: Original Sin, Slavery, Trump, Morality, War in HeavenSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Check out this month's Q&A and send in your question for next month to information@apologetics.org
Episodes Referenced:
Child Damnation:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-end
How Original is Original Sin?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divine
Why Romans 9 is so Highly Debated:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12809463-why-romans-9-is-so-highly-debated-romans-9-11-series
Is Jesus the Visible God in the Old Testament?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11524197-is-jesus-the-visible-god-in-the-old-testament-colossians-1-15
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2024-02-2341 minThe Universe Next DoorI Dug Further Into the ’He Gets Us’ CampaignSend us your Questions and Comments Here
At this point, nearly everyone has seen the famous "He Gets Us" Superbowl ad. In fact, it was probably viewed by over 130 million people. But why has there been so much backlash? Upon further research of the organization, are there some clues that lead to concern? Join Nick Shalna as he digs further into the beliefs and statements of the "He Gets Us" organization and you may be left with less guessing.
Send your Questions now to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A that'll be released...
2024-02-2033 minThe Universe Next DoorMore Inconsistencies with Original Sin and Infant DamnationSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Check out this follow-up to the recent episode on infant damnation and original guilt.
If Jesus is truly human, how can we say He isn't born with original sin? Does "all mean all" when it comes to people sinning? Are we responsible for our own condemnation or are we guilty of the sin of Adam?
Send your questions or disagreements to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A that will be released on Friday, February 23!
The Age-Old Debate of Child Damnation Needs to...
2024-02-1617 minThe Universe Next DoorDo Christians Indoctrinate Their Children? (And is it Abuse?)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What does it actually mean to indoctrinate? Does the Bible encourage abuse of children and shame those who ask questions? Are those who are raised in Christianity taught to avoid critical thinking? Is there any connection between mental health and church attendance? What should you do if you're struggling with your faith, or with anxiety and depression?
Send your questions now to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on Friday, Feb 23!
Video Nick responded to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HwSGXPKzw8...
2024-02-1345 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Age-Old Debate of Child Damnation Needs to EndSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Why do so many believe that infants and children don't go to be with the Lord if they haven't acknowledged Christ? How does the commonly held view of original guilt play into this dilemma? Are there popular theological views that would be contradicted if it's suggested that children go to heaven? What do well-known historical church figures have to say about this topic? Join us to find truth and comfort on this crucial topic that is often (wrongly) confusing and disheartening for many
Send your questions to information...
2024-02-0647 minThe Universe Next DoorThinking and Responding to the Growing Trans Movement | Alycia WoodSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Nick Shalna interviews Alycia Wood (Speaker at Apologetics Inc) on the topic of the trans movement and how to deal with it as Christians. Most of us wouldn't have a problem agreeing that a girl can't become a boy, but what about all of the minute details that come along with the issue? How do we respond to kids and adults identifying as another gender? What effects do puberty blockers and hormones have on people from a young age when used incorrectly? Why does there seem to be a large g...
2024-01-301h 04The Universe Next DoorQ&A: Flat Earth, Canaanite Genocide, One-World Government, BaalSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Nick Shalna responds to questions from listeners ranging from topics such as flat earth to spiritual demonic influences.
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of February!
Episodes Mentioned:
How Original is Original Sin?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divine
Who Were the Nephilim?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13026899-who-were-the-nephilim-the-beginning-of-sexual-transgression
Is Jesus the Visible God in the Old Testament?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11524197-is-jesus-the-visible-god-in-the-old-testament-colossians-1...
2024-01-2655 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Divine Council is More Practical than you ThoughtSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Are you able to look at the Bible objectively or do you feel the need to skip over intimidating or weird concepts? What do we do with passages suggesting that angels and spiritual beings have authority if only God has authority? Why would Israel worship stone and wooden idols rather than worship God? Join us as we talk about the top 5 practical applications of the Divine Council worldview regarding the Bible and our lives.
Send your questions now to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A that will...
2024-01-2341 minThe Universe Next DoorWho are the Angels of the Seven Churches in Revelation?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What is different about Revelation compared to other books in the Bible? Have we taken too much of a dry and modern approach to understanding apocalyptic literature? Is there a link between the Seven Spirits of God and the Seven Stars who play a crucial role in the book? How do Second Temple Period writings such as Enoch influence the New Testament authors and their writings?
Send your questions now to information@apologetics.org
Angels, Cherubim, and Seraphim: (prior episode)
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout...
2024-01-1930 minThe Universe Next DoorAngels, Cherubim, Seraphim and The Spiritual Realm (Who are They?)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
We often hear angels described as female creatures with wings. It's common to view demons as those who rebelled alongside Satan at the fall or perhaps even creatures who lost a battle against God's angels. But is these ideas found in Scripture? Join us as we dive into the topics of angels and demons, seraphim and cherubim, and why it's so important to do our best to study topics through the lens of biblical authors rather than our own biases and preferences.
Send your questions now to information...
2024-01-1640 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Divine Council and the Significance of 70Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Why does the number 70 seem to pop up in crucial situations throughout the Bible? Did God give authority to other 'gods' whom He later judged for accepting worship? What did God intend to do with the nations who abandoned Him at the tower of Babel? How do the Babel story and the number 70 tie in with what Christ came to redeem us from?
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org NOW for the Q&A that will be released on Friday, January 26!
Divine Council Introduction:
2024-01-1040 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Return of the Divine Council (Promo)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What significance does the number 70 have in the Bible? Why does this number seem to pop up during some of the most significant events throughout Scripture and how will Jesus redeem His people from the corrupted sons of God? Join us tomorrow morning to find out!
The Meaning of Elohim:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11648324-why-do-the-names-of-god-matter-elohim-yahweh-son-of-man
The Divine Council Worldview:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12196148-the-view-that-changed-the-way-i-read-my-bible-divine-council-worldview
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2024-01-0901 minThe Universe Next DoorFive Skeptic Challenges You (Probably) Aren’t Prepared ForSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Why are there differences in the gospels? Is Genesis 1-11 reliable and what blind spots might I have in that area? Is it possible that the Apostle Paul hallucinated on the road to Damascus and why should we think he's any different than Joseph Smith? Join us as we try our best to objectively respond to these skeptic challenges and more!
Send your questions for our next Q&A to information@apologetics.org
Mike Licona on Differences in the Gospels:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout...
2024-01-0253 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Top 5 Views I Changed in 2023 (And Why)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What views did you change in 2023? Are there any you've thought more deeply about or had to admit that you didn't have the details right? What Universe Next Door episodes would we recommend from 2023 that might make you rethink some of your positions or grow in knowledge about other positions?
For our Next Q&A planned to be released on Friday, January 26, send your questions now to information@apologetics.org!
Top 5 Episode Recommendations:
1. Billboard Chris - What It Looks Like to Fight Child...
2023-12-2649 minThe Universe Next DoorSanta Claus is Coming to Town: What Will You Do? (Jesus, Nicholas of Myra, Odin & Mythology)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Where did the modern idea of Santa Claus come from? Did he derive from a Greek god or a Christian bishop? Did St. Nick punch Arius in the face at the Council of Nicea? Should you teach your children that Santa Claus is real and what alternative options exist? If Santa is based on a historical figure-gone-myth, is the same true of Jesus of Nazareth? Join us as Nick Shalna discusses all things Santa Claus
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org
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2023-12-1943 minThe Universe Next DoorA Pagan Christmas? Saturnalia and Christmas Trees (Part 1)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Did the modern Christmas holiday borrow its celebrations and festivities from the pagan Roman holiday Saturnalia? What early sources are there to demonstrate this? Should Christians celebrate Christmas? Are Christmas trees forbidden by God in the Bible? Join us for the first part of our Christmas series and be sure to check out next week's episode on whether or not our kids should believe in Santa Claus!
Send your Christmas questions to information@apologetics.org
When Was Jesus Actually Born?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout...
2023-12-1234 minThe Universe Next DoorHow Should Christians Deal with AI? | John LennoxSend us your Questions and Comments Here
How should Christian’s view artificial intelligence? Is it sinful to use it? What different types of AI are there? How concerned should our society be? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr John Lennox to discuss the growing phenomenon.
Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our new Christmas series!
This episode was recorded in the summer of 2022
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2023-12-0541 minThe Universe Next DoorWhy You Should Watch the Wingfeather Saga | Brock Starnes and Garrett TaylorSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Why should we care about what our children watch on TV? Is it possible for both kids and parents to enjoy watching something filled with purpose and creativity rather than shows that seek to smuggle in anti-Christian messages? What goes into taking an imaginative storybook and turning it into something visual and tangible? Brock Starnes and Garrett Taylor join Nick Shalna to talk about the upcoming 2nd season of the Wingfeather Saga and why should check out the 1st season with your family.
Send your Christmas questions now...
2023-11-2836 minThe Universe Next DoorTomorrow’s Interview and Big Change Coming to The Universe Next DoorSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Make sure you come back tomorrow for the interview with Brock and Garrett!
In the meantime email your Christmas questions to information@apologetics.org
And check out some more awesome episodes:
The Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and Indulgences:https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13883319-the-reformation-catholic-catechism-and-indulgences
Fighting Child Grooming:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13700312-what-it-looks-like-to-fight-child-grooming-billboard-chris-defeating-defeatism-doom-and-groom
How Should I Treat Extra-Terrestrial Space Aliens?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13593070-liar-lunatic-or-aliens-what-are-we-do-to-with-ufo-s-uap-s-and-aliens
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2023-11-2701 minThe Universe Next DoorHow to Prove that God Doesn’t ExistSend us your Questions and Comments Here
What does it mean to exist? If someone asks you if you can prove that God exists, what would you say? What role does evidence play in the life of the Christian? Is faith based on a lack of evidence? Join us as we break down the question of God's existence and how to respond.
Is the New Testament Terribly Altered and Untrustworthy?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11224460-is-the-new-testament-terribly-altered-and-untrustworthy-dan-wallace-why-should-i-trust-the-new-testament-pt-1
Why the Evidence for the Resurrection is Overwhelming:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12577844...
2023-11-2045 minThe Universe Next DoorDNA: The Orchestra in Your Cells | Dr. Tom WoodwardSend us your Questions and Comments Here
Do you have any idea of the complexity of each one of your cells? Do you feel like you need a Ph.D. even to begin thinking about DNA and biology? What are some new groundbreaking discoveries in the area of genetics? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr. Tom Woodward, speaker at Apologetics Inc. and Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute, to talk about science being a road to God rather than a detour from a Creator.
DNA and Beyond Website:
https://www.apologetics.org...
2023-11-1438 minThe Universe Next DoorHow Original is Original Sin and Is Mary Divine?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Where does the idea of original guilt come from? Are we punished for the sin of Adam? Was Augustine dependent upon a faulty translation of the Bible? What does the Roman Catholic church believe about Mary and how does it tie in with the view of original sin that you might hold?
Sophie is a 2-year-old girl in the ICU who needs our help:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13910100-sophie-is-a-2-year-girl-in-the-icu-who-needs-our-help
The Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and Indulgences:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13883319...
2023-11-0745 minThe Universe Next DoorSophie is a 2 Year Girl in the ICU Who Needs Our HelpSend us your Questions and Comments Here
If you are able to give to help Sophie and her family, please do not hesitate. Also be sure to share the Gofundme link on social media or with friends, family, and church.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/sophies-fight-back-to-health?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer
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2023-11-0503 minThe Universe Next DoorThe Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and IndulgencesSend us your Questions and Comments Here
What actually prompted the Reformation and what differences between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism remain today?
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2023-10-3150 minThe Universe Next DoorWhat did the Reformation Actually Accomplish and is it Over Yet?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
What did the figures of the reformation seek to do? Did the Reformation start with Martin Luther or were their other figures lurking in the shadows? What is the Council of Trent and did the Roman Catholic church have their own reformation? What does the Catholic Catechism say today that would still be in disagreement with Protestant doctrine? Join us tomorrow night at 6 pm EST as we uncover the truth of one of the most significant periods of church history!
In the meantime, check out these episodes:
2023-10-3001 minThe Universe Next DoorWas Jesus Forsaken on the Cross?Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Did God the Father forsake Jesus on the cross in order to pay for our sin? Where did this idea come from? What implication does, or would it have if this is true? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr. Christopher Gates, pastor and professor, do talk aobut what is referred to as "the cry of dereliction".
Refusing to Stay Asleep in a Woke Culture:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13790276-refusing-to-stay-asleep-in-a-woke-culture-defeating-defeatism-series
Defining and Exposing Christian Nationalism with Bill Roach:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout...
2023-10-2443 minThe Universe Next DoorRefusing to Stay Asleep in a Woke Culture (Defeating Defeatism Series)Send us your Questions and Comments Here
Have you noticed that our culture has undergone significant changes in a direction that you're uncomfortable with? Have you seen the effects of Critical Race Theory in your own workplace, schools, or even your home? Where did this come from and how has it become so prominent? Is there any way to walk back the "long march through the institutions?" Curing a problem begins with understanding the problem. Join us for part one of how to understand and fight Critical Theory and its virus-like influence on everything around you.
2023-10-1737 min
Sovereign NationsThe Christian Prince: A Savior Complex Personified | Nick ShalnaWhile there are a number of reasons both historical and biblical to avoid and oppose the concept(s) of Christian Nationalism, there are a few underlying points that don’t seem to have garnered enough attention. The idea that America's core values and constitution need to be uprooted and replaced with a new founding lies at the core of this movement. But in addition to this, many of the ideas put forth have distorted biblical concepts such as the great commission, submission to government and the usage of the Law. These distortions are necessary in order for Christian Nationalism to pr...
2023-09-2539 min
ravelNick Shalna: Apologetics, Worship, and RatatouilleThis week the Ravel Boi's have a chat with Nick Shalna! He's the host of The Universe Next Door podcast, a husband, a father, and a youth pastor at Countryside Baptist in Clearwater FL. Discussion ranges from Christian apologetics, Worship Music, what constitutes false teaching, and what to do when a podcaster has been secretly controlled by a rodent under his hat the whhhooolllee time! The Universe Next Door Podcast
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