Defending God's existence today can be a challenge. How do we navigate conversations with those who don't believe He exists? Does the Bible say anything about those who deny that He is real? These questions and more are discussed as we learn from God's Word and use that knowledge to defend that He indeed does exist and has written His law on their hearts.The 2 things people experience that prove God’s existencePassages from RomansWe DO have a conscienceHow do we defend these?Subjective experiences vs. absolute truthResources from this episode:Ray Comfort with Living WatersWayne Grudem's Systematic Theology 1st Edition pg. 121-123 Thanks for joining us for this episode in our series this week! Remember to check out the resources in the description and go to establishedinthetruthpodcast.wordpress,com with any further questions or comments!

The Bible has had an onslaught of doubt and opposition cast on it, it appears even more so the last 100 years. How do we defend Scripture? How do we handle even our own doubts?Let's take a deep dive into not only our own trust of God's Word, but also how to answer common objections to the Bible. Today we will cover:Trusting the Bible : Dealing with logic and doubt2 Keys in using  God’s Word and logicHow to wrestling with our own doubtDefending the Bible: Common objectionsMan wrote it, not God? Incorrect. Plenary inspiration*Has it been correctly translated? YES, here's how we know.The Bible is too old. Dealing with universal needsReality of the conscienceResources from this episode:Chart on manuscript comparisonGotquestions.org about logic and reliabilityCompelling Truth on the Bible's relevanceThanks for joining us for this episode in our series this week! Remember to check out the resources in the description and go to establishedinthetruthpodcast.wordpress,com with any further questions or comments!

In our increasingly hostile culture to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, how do we share our faith with confidence?  How do we share in hostile conversations, confusion, and when we feel unprepared? In this special episode in our series , 10 Minute Apologetics, Pastor Chris Stastny shares with us insight and encouragement about sharing our faith in the midst of fear, doubt, and uncertainty. While the conversation didn't fit 10 minutes, we hope that you will still find it encouraging, insightful, and equipping! Let's dive into the conversation and hear from Pastor Chris!When to share the GospelHow to share the GospelWhat to share when sharing the GospelResources from this episode: 5 Minute ApologistRomans RoadJoin us for our next episode tomorrow on defending the Bible!Thanks for joining us for this episode in our series this week! Remember to check out the resources in the description and go to establishedinthetruthpodcast.wordpress,com with any further questions or comments!

How do we approach conversations with those who seem to believe in the God of the Bible, but unfortunately do not? Do you ever feel like you don't know enough Scripture to defend your faith? These questions and more are discussed in this episode in our series, 10 Minute Apologetics.- Understanding culture, but not getting sucked into it. - The Trinity- Common false beliefs of faiths considered by the world to be ChristianResources from this episode:Cult Watchhttps://www.amazon.com/Cult-Watch-John-Ankerberg/dp/0890818517Mormonism as many gods, including man,https://www.gotquestions.org/exaltation-in-Mormonism.htmlTalking with Jehovah's Witnesseshttps://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/when-jehovahs-witnesses-knock-at-your-doorhttps://www.desiringgod.org/messages/in-the-beginning-was-the-word/excerpts/how-to-talk-to-jehovahs-witnesses-about-jesusJoin us for an interview with a pastor in the next episode as we talk about sharing our faith in the midst of fear!Thanks for joining us for this episode in our series this week! Remember to check out the resources in the description and go to establishedinthetruthpodcast.wordpress,com with any further questions or comments! Thanks for joining us in this series! Join us for our next episode!

Christianity has been defended for centuries, only now has there been such exposure to through social media and increasing hostility with a culture that rejects the Bible and the God Who wrote it. What does it mean to defend my faith? What about those hostile arguments I hear on social media? Let's unpack what apologetics is and why every Christian is called to be an apologist.Define apologetics:Believers are to be ready constantlyHonoring Christ as LordBeing preparedTwo truths to hang on to and then three things we can do nowThanks for joining us for this episode in our series this week! Remember to check out the resources in the description and go to establishedinthetruthpodcast.wordpress,com with any further questions or comments! Thanks for joining us in this series! Join us for our next episode!

Have you ever wondered what the Holy Spirit does in your life on a daily basis as a Christian? Are we supposed to be on a spiritual high all the time? Am I doing something wrong if I am not experiencing joy or peace? Have you ever been on a mission trip or went to a worship night and missed that joy you felt? In this episode we plan to look into how the Holy Spirit operates in the believers everyday life. Specifically we will be looking at how the Holy Spirit sustains us daily and what that practically looks like.Am I on a spiritual roller coaster?God is the God of the mundaneThe faith train 7 Ways the Holy Spirit Sustains UsResources for this topic:https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/gods-sustaining-gracehttps://www.desiringgod.org/messages/sustained-by-sovereign-grace-foreverhttps://www.amazon.com/Systematic-Theology-Introduction-Biblical-Doctrine/dp/0310286700Listen in and follow us on your favorite streaming platform! New episodes approximately monthly!Next episode... Lord willing Apologetics? :)

Welcome to the new series! Let's be real, understanding of the work of the Holy Spirit in our day and age can be confusing, right? I mean, what does He REALLY do? And if He is doing anything, does it involve us? This not because the Spirit is confused, but because we are! This episode aims to look into just that, what is He doing and how can we better understand it?? Also, there's a surprise topic if you listen to the end! Hint: It has something to do with the Spirit :DDisclaimer: I do not advertise on this podcast. This podcast is intended for the building up of the body of Christ without any monetary compensation.The 3 Ways discussed are:1. Makes Us Holy2. Teaches Us3. Gives Us Spiritual LifeHere are the resources mentioned from the episode:https://www.gotquestions.org/Spirit-today.htmlhttps://www.desiringgod.org/series/the-person-and-work-of-the-holy-spirithttps://www.desiringgod.org/messages/how-the-spirit-sanctifiesI also heavily used the New American Commentary and the Pillar New Testament Commentary for this episode in the Gospel of John.

In this last episode of our series the Gospel Gobstopper, we seek to unpack 3 powerful ways the Gospel transforms our relationships. God has given us unfathomable news of salvation in His Son Jesus. But how can we be faithful to that same news in our daily relationships? How do we understand them also in the context of eternity with God? The main points covered are listed below for your convenience. Have a listen as we unpack the implications of each!1.    The Gospel breaks our hearts for the lost.2.    The Gospel leads us to loving unity with the found.3.    The Gospel is our foundation for future glory with the saints.

Welcome back! May the Lord grant us all insight on how the Gospel applies in every area of our life!This episode seeks to unpack the implications of the Gospel in our prayer life as believers in Jesus Christ. Why is the Gospel so important in prayer? How does the Gospel practically affect our prayer life? Four main points are covered:The Gospel in prayer:Reminds us of our need for God's gift of graceEmpowers us in our weakness to prayGuides our desiresHow can we pray with the Gospel in mind? Have a listen!

In this episode we will dive into the importance of Bible study and reading the Word in light of the Gospel, and how God works in us to help us live out what we read. If you have been blessed by this episode, consider subscribing and following us wherever you listen to podcasts! The Lord bless you!