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Monday, October 13, 2008

	Conference CD Audio Recordings Come Reason's Dare to Defend conferences feature some of the best regarded apologetics experts in America. Now, you can purchase recordings of these events to help sharpen your reasoning and build your faith. Apologetics Studies Predestination and Free Will Lenny Esposito $7.00 The Bible holds that God predestines certain people to be saved, but we're also told that we must choose to follow Jesus. Is this a contradiction? Join us as we explore this controversial topic. Compelling Evidences That God Exists Robert M. Bowman $7.00 Many hold that a belief in God is no longer necessary with today's scientific advancements. Robert Bowman, co-author of 20 Compelling Evidences that God Exists shows us why belief in God is reasonable. Answering The Da Vinci Code Lenny Esposito $7.00 The Da Vince Code has been a best seller for over two years and is now being made into a major motion picture. But some of its claims strike at the heart of the Christian faith. How do we answer them? Listen in as Lenny exposes the book's flaws. Dealing with Bible Contradictions Lenny Esposito $7.00 You hear the objection all the time: what about all the contradictions in the Bible? In this lecture we will examine some of these so-called contradictions and learn how to answer them. Working God into Your Business Lenny Esposito $7.00 Moral and ethical decisions that have become increasingly difficult in today's culture. This is evident in the scandals we've seen throughout the business world. Here, Lenny advises Christian business professionals on the way to flourish. Arguments Against Evolution Lenny Esposito $7.00 School's back in session and once again students will have to deal with the teachings of Darwinism Listen in as we discuss the most cutting-edge arguments against evolution and how they're making impact around the world. The Challenge of Islam Lenny Esposito $7.00 Islam is one of the fastest growing religions in the world, but is still a mystery to most Christians. Is it a religion of peace or a breeding ground for terrorists? Here we examine Muslim beliefs and discuss how to effectively witness to Muslims. The Incarnate Son: Jesus as God and Man Lenny Esposito $7.00 Christians at Christmas celebrate Jesus becoming the incarnate Son of God. But exactly how can God be a man? Does this mean God is limited to a certain time and place? In this study, we'll explore the humanity and divinity of Jesus. Witnessing to the Cults: Jehovah's Witnesses Lenny Esposito $7.00 You see them at your door -people who tell you only they have the truth. Listen to the first of a three part series in understanding how to witness to the cults. This lecture focuses how to defend your faith against the Jehovah's Witnesses. Witnessing to the Cults: Mormonism Lenny Esposito $7.00 You see them on street corners or coming to your door - people who tell you Christianity is false and only they have the truth. Listen to this second in a three part series and learn how to defend your faith against the Mormons. Witnessing to the Cults - Complete Series Lenny Esposito $24.00 Get all four teachings from Lenny's recent series on witnessing to those in other faiths. Included are Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormonism, Scientology and Islam. Witnessing to the Cults: Scientology Lenny Esposito $7.00 Tom Cruise made quite a splash with his tirade against psychology. What is this strange faith and why is it so attractive? How can we warn our friends and family against it? Listen in as Lenny shows you how to defend your faith against Scientology Why Does God Allow Evil in the World? Lenny Esposito $7.00 It's a popular objection: If God is all loving, then how can He allow evil to exist in the world? Is He being cruel or is He just not powerful enough to do anything about it? In this session, we show why evil proves that God must exist. New Answers to the Da Vinci Code Lenny Esposito $7.00 The best-selling book The Da Vince Code is now a blockbuster motion picture, affecting millions. Its claims are bold. In this CD Lenny shows just why Dan Brown's book is so much more fiction than fact. Deflating the Slogans of Relativism Lenny Esposito $7.00 You hear them all the time, those little quips that stop you cold: "true for you but not for me", "Don't push your morality on others"," That's only your interpretation". Here's how to answer these supposed show-stoppers. Jesus: The Smartest Man Who Ever Lived Lenny Esposito $7.00 If you were asked to choose the most intelligent person in history, who whould it be? Einstein? Newton? Socrates? What about Jesus? In this session we look at how Jesus demonstrates a part of loving God means loving Him with all your mind. Answering an Atheist: Proving That God Exists Lenny Esposito $7.00 Does God Exist? Philosophers and theologians have written volumes on this, but it has become especially significant in our day. Can we prove that God exists? And what are the implications if God doesn't exist? Listen in for the answer. Battling the Culture Wars Lenny Esposito $7.00 Popular media today has an incredible influence on our thoughts. From Paris Hilton to Fifty-Cent, our minds are being shaped by the values that media deems important. Here we look at providing a counter balance to culture's corrupting influence. Does Science Trump Faith? Lenny Esposito $7.00 Science is understood in today's world to be the only reliable source of truth. If there's a conflict between science and faith, most will assume that our beliefs are in error. Are science and faith contradictory? Join us as we look at this issue. Knowing the Will of God: Lessons From the Christmas Story Lenny Esposito $7.00 Have you ever wondered what God has prepared for your life? How can you know that you're in God's will? In this lesson, Lenny takes a fresh look at the Christmas story and learn one way God prepares us for the calling He has for us. The Question of Catholicism Lenny Esposito $7.00 Roman Catholicism was the dominant Christian religion for over a thousand years, but are they right? What do they believe? How do I witness to my Catholic friends? Listen in as we explore this controversial topic. Should We Observe a Saturday Sabbath? Lenny Esposito $7.00 Some denominations claim that the Saturday Sabbath precedes the Mosaic law and therefore should be honored by Christians. Is this true? Listen to this session for a better understanding of the Sabbath day. The Calvinism/Arminianism Debate Lenny Esposito $7.00 Calvinism and Arminianism - you hear the terms, but what are these beliefs and what does it mean to hold to such views? Here, we look at both positions and compare them to Biblical teaching. Witnessing to Muslims Lenny Esposito $7.00 With over 1 billion adherents, Islam is becoming more visible in our society. What do they believe and how should we share our faith? Listen in for more. Christian Answers to Homosexuality Lenny Esposito $7.00 Are people born homosexual? Are they being denied the rights that other Americans enjoy, such as marriage? How do Christians speak intelligently about this with friends and family? Here, we learn how to thoughtfully approach this hot-button issue. The Incredible Worth of Man Lenny Esposito $7.00 In looking at the Bible, we read about man's soul and man's spirit. Is there a difference? What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Listen as we look deeper into how God created us. Emmaus Road: Jesus Declared in Genesis Lenny Esposito $7.00 When Jesus walked with the disciples to Emmaus, He started from Moses and explained all the prophecies concerning Himself. Are there hidden prophecies about Jesus in Genesis? Here, we explore the writings of Moses and discover they're all about Je Is the Bible Sexist Against Women? Lenny Esposito $7.00 Many have charged that the Bible in general and Paul in particular teach a sexist attitude toward women. Is this the case? How can the true God be sexist? In this lesson, we examine the role and position of women in the Bible. Tactics in Defending Your Faith Lenny Esposito $7.00 1 Peter 3:15 commands us to "give a defense to everyone who asks". But sometimes it's not as easy as it sounds. Here, Lenny provides ways you can better defend your faith to family and friends. The Christian View of Halloween Lenny Esposito $7.00 Halloween is rapidly approaching and once again Christians are faced with the most overtly pagan holiday on the calendar. What are the origins of Halloween and should we allow our kids to Trick or Treat? Listen in to find out more. Talking to Your Family about Christmas Lenny Esposito $7.00 As the holidays approach, families and friends will get together to celebrate the season. Are there good ways to discuss the true meaning of Christmas with those you love? in this CD, Lenny offers some ideas on how to share your faith effectively. Help! There's a Cultist at my Door! Lenny Esposito $7.00 Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons both aggressively seek to win converts by going door to door. What would you say if they came to your house? Here, Lenny shows how you can converse with a cultist at your doorstep. Answering the New Atheists Lenny Esposito $7.00 The New York Times bestseller list has been filled with the "new Atheists" saying that God is simply evil. How do we answer these charges? In this new lesson, Lenny tackles the latest arguments against the existence of God. How Christianity Changed the World Lenny Esposito $7.00 If Christianity truly originated with God, then we would expect that following its precepts would have dramatic implications for societies as well as individuals. See how humanity is better off because of the Christian faith. What About the Separation of Church and State? Lenny Esposito $7.00 Everyone has heard much talk about the role of religion in politics. But, shouldn't our beliefs influence our political views? Learn how to make a thoughtful defense of voting your conscience in this lesson. Archaeology and the Bible Lenny Esposito $7.00 The Bible is unique among sacred texts in that it is set against a historical backdrop. Do recent archaeological discoveries validate or discredit the Biblical accounts? Join us as we explore this relationship. Dare to Defend Conference 2005 Audio How We Can Know the Bible is from God Lenny Esposito $7.00 Critics argue that the Bible was written by men and changed over the years. In this session, Lenny Esposito demonstrates how we can have assurance that the Bible is indeed the Word of God. Testing Christianity Against Other Beliefs Dr. Craig Hazen $7.00 There are many beliefs teaching many different things and all claiming to have truth. In this session, Dr. Craig Hazen demonstrates how Christianity passes the test for truth. Does Science Contradict Faith? Dr. J.P. Moreland $7.00 In our modern world, science is trumpeted as the ultimate standard of knowledge. Here, Dr. Moreland discusses the limitations of science dealing with issues like the existence of God and the beginning of the universe. How to Defend Your Faith in the Real World Lenny Esposito $7.00 In this session, Lenny Esposito will equip you with some basic tools that will help you rationally and effectively witness to friends and family, and showing you how to avoid those "smokescreen questions" that hold no merit. Question and Answer Session All Speakers $7.00 All three speakers for the 2005 Dare to Defend conference answer questions on evolution, world religions and more in this extended session. Dare to Defend 2005 Complete Series All Speakers $30.00 This set contains each of the four speaker sessions plus the question and answer session - five CDs for the price of four. Plus, we include the conference notebook for free! Dare To Defend Conference 2004 Audio How We Can Know The Bible is REALLY From God Lenny Esposito $7.00 With the growing popularity of books such as The DaVinci Code, the authority of the Bible has been challenged. Here Lenny demonstrates the logic of believing the word of God and how Christians can confidently defend their trust in the Bible. Untwisting the Scriptures Dr. Walt Russell $7.00 In a facinating study, Dr. Russell demonstrates how to read the Scriptures more carefully in order to avoid taking passages out of context and twisting them around, as cults often do to support their claims. How the Resurrection Stacks Up as History Dr. Craig Hazen $7.00 In this session, Dr. Hazen examines the evidence to show that the resurrection is the most well attested fact of the ancient world and how the skeptics' own arguments prove the validity of the resurrection accounts. Faith vs. Reason: Are They Compatible? Dr. Francis J. Beckwith $7.00 Dr. Beckwith takes on the notion that faith and reason are incompatible and shows why Christianity is an inherently rational faith, one that can be supported intellectually as well as spiritually. The Intelligence of Believing in God's Existence Dr. J.P. Moreland $7.00 This session focuses on one of the classic philosophical questions of all time - "Does God exist?". Dr. Moreland shows convincingly how the belief in God is the only rational position thinking people can take. Question and Answer Session All Speakers $7.00 Here all the speakers of this year's conference come together to answer some of the toughest questions - topics include homosexuality, support of the New Testament authorship, how to know your beliefs are true and more! Dare to Defend 2004 Complete Series All Speakers $35.00 This set contains each of the five speaker sessions plus the question and answer session - six CDs for the price of five. Plus, we include the conference notebook for free! Dare To Defend Conference 2003 Audio Defending Your Faith Against Opposing Beliefs Lenny Esposito $7.00 In this session, Lenny challenges the increasing demand for pluralism in our society. It will answer assertions such as "All beliefs are equa" and "Religion is only a personal thing." Defending your Faith Against Evolution Dr. Craig Hazen $7.00 Dr. Craig Hazen examines the current state of the evolutionary argument proposed in higher education as well as the advances made in the Intelligent Design movement. Defending Your Faith Against Moral Relativism Dr. R. Scott Smith $7.00 Dr. Smith looks at the problem of ethics in our socity and demonstrates the absurdity of moral relativism. Defending your Faith Against the Skeptic Dr. J.P. Moreland $7.00 Dr. Moreland focuses on the attacks raised against Christianity by its most vocal opponents, especially those in academia. Defending Your Faith - Question and Answer Session All Speakers $7.00 All Speakers from the D2D conference answer various questions from the audience. 45 minutes. Defending your Faith - Entire Series All Speakers $30.00 All five CDs together in a single package. Includes two Q & A sessions plus the topics listed above.
Resources Home Downloadable Articles Apologetics and Theology Books Conference CD Audio Recordings Conference DVD Recordings Clothing and Apparel Come Reason Audio Streams Come Reason Newsletter Archive Comparing Religions Understanding Christian Apologetics How Do I know the Bible is REALLY from God? Who Chose What to Include in the Bible? Looking At Islam The Problem of Islamic Salvation Understanding The Trinity The Trinity and Oneness Theology Should John 1:1 read "a god"? Answering a Jehovah's Witness: Can Jesus be God if He's Seen? Is The Bible Completely Error Free? What About Those Who Don't Know About Christ? Is Eyewitness Testimony Reliable Evidence? Is Eyewitness Testimony Reliable? - Part II How Do You Reconcile the Mormon Eyewitnesses? What Makes Christianity More Important? Is God Unfair to Those Raised in Other Faiths? Is The Bible Plagiarized From Other Religions? Did Christianity Steal From Mithraism? How Can I Know I'm Going to Heaven? Existence of God Who Created God? How can a loving God NOT send people to hell? Do Natural Disasters Like Katrina Prove There is No God? Answering an Atheist - Part 1 Answering an Atheist - Part 2 Is Christian Exclusivism Really Reasonable? Answering the Skeptic: Is the Bible a Myth? What All Christians Should Know In Dealing With Skeptics Bible Difficulties Does Genesis 1 Contradict Genesis 2? Is The Passage In Matthew 19 a Contradiction? Was the Centurion with Jesus or not? Does 1 Peter 3 Mandate Baptism? Is the Bible sexist against women? Does Christianity teach we can abuse animals? Can We Reconcile These Contradictions? Does the hare really chew cud? Does Hebrews 6 contradict eternal security? Do These Passages Show You Can Lose Your Salvation? Who Tempted David to Sin? Does The Bible Say Jesus Is Created? Why Do the Gospels Have Different Genealogies? Is the God of the Old Testament Different From the God of the New? Is Luke Wrong About the Time of Jesus' Birth? Answering Biblical Contradictions Philosophical Questions The Problem of Evil - Part 1 The Problem of Evil - Part 2 Didn't God Create Evil, Too? Doesn't Isaiah say God made Evil? Answering Those Same Two Objections Testing For Truth Does Man Have Free Will? Does Omniscience Contradict Free Will? How Can We Be Free in Heaven and Not Sin? Why Should Christians Suffer? Is God Playing a Game with Evil? Couldn't God Just Judge Satan Before Man Fell? Are Miracles Logically Impossible? Is Belief Really a Choice? Questions of Theology What To Look For In Choosing A Church Can You Lose Your Salvation? If You're Born Again, Do You Still Sin? A Small Pop Quiz on the Bible Was There Death Before Adam Fell? Is the King James the Only "True" Bible? How Could Jesus be Punished as a Sinner When He's Pure? Did the Father Turn Away From the Son? Did Jonah die in the belly of the Fish? Should Christians Hold To A Saturday Sabbath? Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation? On Tongues and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit Understanding the Gift of Tongues Can Men Speak in a Heavenly Language? Do Babies Go To Heaven When They Die? The Problems Found In Christianity The Difference Between Soul & Spirit How is Man Created in God's Image? Does God Speak To Us Audibly? Society and Culture Are Current Events Prophetic? The Christian Position on War A Question on Relationships Must Marriage be Legal to be Blessed by God? Are Christian Holidays Pagan in Origin? Answering Kids' Apologetics Questions Religious Symbols and Christian Liberty Does the Bible Approve of Slavery? Science and the Bible How is the Universe winding down? The Christian Position on Cloning Is it more reasonable to believe in Creation over Evolution? Does the Big Bang Contradict Creation? Does the Expanse of Space Argue Against the Importance of Man?		Get the latest news and articles delivered to your inbox each month - absolutely free! Enter your e-mail address here: 2007-09-16 Banning Religious Books in Prison 2007-06-02 Ten Movies Every Christian Should See But Probably Hasn't 2007-05-31 Protecting Extremists While Allowing Abuses 2007-05-07 Spider-man values 2006-06-16 Theology That Makes a Difference 2006-06-09 Da Vinci Spreads the Gospel