http://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologeticsProgram discussing the truth of the Christian faith by exploring its logical and evidential framework. We'll also be exposing atheism as religion in disguise.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 22:15:00 GMTTue, 02 Oct 2012 17:00:00 GMTReligionBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0http://www.blogtalkradio.com/img/btrbetalogo.gifhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comreligion,god,atheism,apologetics,bible,creation,existence of god,biblical truth,doctrine,intelligent designCommon Sense ApologeticsnoProgram discussing the truth of the Christian faith by exploring its logical and evidential framework. We'll also be exposing atheism as religion in disguise.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/10/02/witnessing-and-evidenceChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/10/02/witnessing-and-evidence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/10/02/witnessing-and-evidenceTue, 02 Oct 2012 17:00:00 GMTWitnessing and EvidenceSurprisingly, some Christians discount the implemetation of evidence when talking with non-believers. But what if that person asks. "does God even exist?" or "wasn't the Bible just written by men?" Are we then supposed to punt that question or keep changing the subject?  That hardly seems like a winning strategy.  Thankfully, God does the saving...we don't!  Please join us today to learn the importance of evidence and when to discuss it. If you have questions, reach out to me at: onebookoneway@gmail.com 00:30:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGospel,Jesus,God,Witnessing,EvidenceSurprisingly, some Christians discount the implemetation of evidence when talking with non-believers. But what if that person asks. "does God even exist?" or "whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/09/06/choosing-your-churchChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/09/06/choosing-your-church/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/09/06/choosing-your-churchThu, 06 Sep 2012 08:00:00 GMTChoosing Your Church Although this message is somewhat geographically targeted toward people near my home church, the criteria set forth will hopefully be helpful for you when you set about choosing a church for yourself.  Tune in to CSA today to learn more.  Also please feel free to visit my website: www.csaone.net and contact me at: onebookoneway@gmail.com 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoChurch,Doctrine,Bible,God,JesusAlthough this message is somewhat geographically targeted toward people near my home church, the criteria set forth will hopefully be helpful for you when yohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/09/06/righteous-angerThe Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/09/06/righteous-anger/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/09/06/righteous-angerThu, 06 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMTRighteous Anger Recent discussions in the political world--particularly as it relates to abortion--have aroused debate once again. Is it proper to get angry about things that take place in the culture?  The answer is, yes.  However, we must always maintain a Godly and Biblical perspective.  Patience and acknowledging God's grace go a long way to keep the frustration and anger in perspective. Another tack we must take is to get at core foundational principles of worldview and sound logical principles.  Too often, people engage in straw-man arguments and we shouldn't be led astray by that.  Going to the core will allow better understanding of issues, both political and religious.  we'll have a brief look today.  Contact me at::onebookoneway@gmail.com 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoAnger,Abortion,Morality,God,BibleRecent discussions in the political world--particularly as it relates to abortion--have aroused debate once again. Is it proper to get angry about things thahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/08/16/the-church-and-moneyThe Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/08/16/the-church-and-money/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/08/16/the-church-and-moneyThu, 16 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMTThe Church and Money One common objection to Christianity is the oft heard..."all the Church wants is your money".  Is this a legitimate criticism?  Perhaps for some churches it well may be the case.  However, this, like other objections, are typically rationalizations folks come up with to avoid going to Church.  Join us today at Common Sense Apologetics.  By the way...if you have a comment or question, send me a message at: onebookoneway@gmail.com. 00:33:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoChurch,Hypocrisy,Money,God,BibleOne common objection to Christianity is the oft heard..."all the Church wants is your money".  Is this a legitimate criticism?  Perhaps for some churches ithttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/08/10/where-was-god-reflections-on-aurora-coReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/08/10/where-was-god-reflections-on-aurora-co/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/08/10/where-was-god-reflections-on-aurora-coFri, 10 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMTWhere Was God? Reflections on Aurora, CO. Many people have wondered where God was when a madman open fire in a crowded movie theater in Aurora, CO.  Why does God allow these tragedies to take place?  Is there a reason we can understand?  These are legitimate questions, which, thankfully, have some answers.  A proper Biblical perspective may shed light on this madness, while offereing some needed encouragement. 00:32:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGod,Morality,Dark Knight,Aurora,EvilMany people have wondered where God was when a madman open fire in a crowded movie theater in Aurora, CO.  Why does God allow these tragedies to take place?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/19/fired-upReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/19/fired-up/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/19/fired-upThu, 19 Jul 2012 14:00:00 GMTFIRED UP There's absolutely nothing wrong with venting from time to time, especially as people--when discussing God-- lead with "intellect" and "science", but are engaging in their own type of religious dogma. While Christians need to be respectful, patient, and loving when defending the faith, we also need to be passionate about the truth. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGod,Science,Religion,Passion,ApologeticsThere's absolutely nothing wrong with venting from time to time, especially as people--when discussing God-- lead with "intellect" and "science", but are enghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/12/causing-division-in-the-church-part-iiThe Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/12/causing-division-in-the-church-part-ii/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/12/causing-division-in-the-church-part-iiThu, 12 Jul 2012 07:00:00 GMTCausing Division in the Church??? Part II A continued discussion on the imporatnce of contending for the faith and knowing when the time comes to draw a line in the sand.  Please join us at Common Sense Apologetics. www.csaone.net   00:33:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGod,Doctrine,Bible,Controversy,HeresyA continued discussion on the imporatnce of contending for the faith and knowing when the time comes to draw a line in the sand.  Please join us at Common Sehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/12/causing-division-in-the-churchThe Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/12/causing-division-in-the-church/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/07/12/causing-division-in-the-churchThu, 12 Jul 2012 06:00:00 GMTCausing Division in the Church??? In this program, we'll take a look at how Christians sometimes overreact or underreact to situations that arise within the Church.  Is division ever a good thing?  What does the Bible say about this? Tune into Common Sense Apologetics to delve into this important discussion. 00:45:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoBible,Controversy,God,Doctrine,HeresyIn this program, we'll take a look at how Christians sometimes overreact or underreact to situations that arise within the Church.  Is division ever a good thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/06/20/be-encouraged-be-confident-be-humbleThe Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/06/20/be-encouraged-be-confident-be-humble/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/06/20/be-encouraged-be-confident-be-humbleWed, 20 Jun 2012 17:00:00 GMTBe Encouraged, Be Confident, Be Humble We need to re-ignite our passion for the faith we hold in Jesus Christ.  The Bible tells us that God has not given us a spirit of timidity.  Be strong in the fact hat God has allowed us to engage the skeptic--and encourage each other-- with strong arguments, sound logic, and rock-solid evidence for the truth of Christianity.  Be blessed and equip yourselves with the knowledge of this liberating and wonderful truth.  We'll discuss this a bit on today's show. 00:33:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGod,Apologetics,Bible,Evidence,HeavenWe need to re-ignite our passion for the faith we hold in Jesus Christ.  The Bible tells us that God has not given us a spirit of timidity.  Be strong in thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/06/01/is-jesus-the-only-way-to-heavenAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/06/01/is-jesus-the-only-way-to-heaven/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/06/01/is-jesus-the-only-way-to-heavenFri, 01 Jun 2012 15:00:00 GMTIs Jesus the Only Way to Heaven? Far from being bigoted, narrow-minded, and arrogant, the one way road to Heaven through Jesus, is actually the most loving, logical, moral, and inclusive acts that God have ever instituted. Tune into this special pre-recorded show today. 00:47:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGod,Apologetics,Atheism,Bible,ScienceFar from being bigoted, narrow-minded, and arrogant, the one way road to Heaven through Jesus, is actually the most loving, logical, moral, and inclusive actshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/31/is-jesus-the-only-way-to-heavenChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/31/is-jesus-the-only-way-to-heaven/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/31/is-jesus-the-only-way-to-heavenThu, 31 May 2012 15:00:00 GMTGod's Divine Signature Foundational to the task of Christian apologetics is the continued discussion of God's existence.  Therefore, we can never explore that subject too much, or review it too often.  In this episode, we'll do some quick review of the evidences. 00:10:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoJesus,God,Atheism,Science,ApologeticsFoundational to the task of Christian apologetics is the continued discussion of God's existence.  Therefore, we can never explore that subject too much, or rehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/25/gods-true-communication-1Atheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/25/gods-true-communication-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/25/gods-true-communication-1Fri, 25 May 2012 05:30:00 GMTGod's True Communication God has communicated to us in several different ways, all of which are harmonious and complimentary.  Where does the Bible fit into this mosaic and is it the Word of God?  Tune in as I discuss how we can know that the Bible is from God. Further, that  utilizing a Top-down approach allows greater perpective and clarity come to light as we contemplate God's revelation to man. 00:33:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,God,The Bible,Prophecy,AtheismGod has communicated to us in several different ways, all of which are harmonious and complimentary.  Where does the Bible fit into this mosaic and is it the Whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/10/common-sense-apologeticsAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/10/common-sense-apologetics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/10/common-sense-apologeticsThu, 10 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe Blessing of Truth Today, we'll have a brief overview of what God has provided for believers in terms of truth and evidence.  What if things were different?  What if Christians had to be in the position of the atheist, engaing in blind faith?  These questions--and several others--will be answered in today's show. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,Apologetics,Biblical Truth,Creation,AtheismToday, we'll have a brief overview of what God has provided for believers in terms of truth and evidence.  What if things were different?  What if Christians hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/03/common-sense-apologeticsAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/03/common-sense-apologetics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/05/03/common-sense-apologeticsThu, 03 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTGod's Existence: The Moral Argument Part II of our discussion from last week.  Which religion is responsible for more death and mayhem than all the others put together?  The answer may surprise you.  Tune in Thursday morning at 9 am CST to find out more. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,Apologetics,Biblical Truth,Creation,AtheismPart II of our discussion from last week.  Which religion is responsible for more death and mayhem than all the others put together?  The answer may surprise yhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/26/common-sense-apologeticsAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/26/common-sense-apologetics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/26/common-sense-apologeticsThu, 26 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMTViolence in Religion: Who is the Moral Monster? Which religion is responsible for more death and mayhem than all the others put together?  The answer may surprise you.  Tune in Thursday morning at 9 am CST to find out more. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,Apologetics,Biblical Truth,Creation,AtheismWhich religion is responsible for more death and mayhem than all the others put together?  The answer may surprise you.  Tune in Thursday morning at 9 am CST thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/19/common-sense-apologeticsAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/19/common-sense-apologetics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/19/common-sense-apologeticsThu, 19 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe Religion of Atheism Today we'll discuss why, at it's core, atheism is a religious endeavor.  While cloaking their worldview as intellectual and rational, the reality is quite the opposite.  Atheism is a faith, and a blind one at that.  Christians, however, need to get in the game and not simply rely on negative evidence for atheism. We need to be encouraged by, and immersed in, the wonderfui evidence God has given us to understand the truth of His existence and the truth of the Bible.  Tune in this morning to find out more. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,Apologetics,Biblical Truth,Creation,AtheismToday we'll discuss why, at it's core, atheism is a religious endeavor.  While cloaking their worldview as intellectual and rational, the reality is quite thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/05/tools-we-must-haveAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/05/tools-we-must-have/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/04/05/tools-we-must-haveThu, 05 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMTTools We Must Have Understanding and having access to information and resource material is a great way to learn more about Design and also point others--whether believers or skeptics--in the right direction.  Tune in today to find out more. 00:30:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGod,Creation,Evolution,Intelligent Design,AtheismUnderstanding and having access to information and resource material is a great way to learn more about Design and also point others--whether believers or skhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/30/response-to-atheistsAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/30/response-to-atheists/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/30/response-to-atheistsFri, 30 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMTResponse to Atheists Follow Up from yesterday's live show. 00:33:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoIntelligent Design,God,Atheism vs. Christianity,Atheism,BibleFollow Up from yesterday's live show.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/29/common-sense-apologeticsAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/29/common-sense-apologetics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/29/common-sense-apologeticsThu, 29 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe Dave Abell Show Defending the Christian faith, sharing the truth of Jesus Christ, and offering a positive case as to the reality of God’s existence, and the truth of the Bible, is for many reasons, of the utmost importance; not the least of which is that God commands it.  This show is designed to present a common sense and user-friendly approach in not only learning why the Christian faith is true, but also to learn a better approach to sharing and defending that truth. Understanding the truth of God’s existence, the truth of His Word, and the truth of Jesus being the only way to Heaven, can become easier to understand and demonstrate. This show provides some unique insights and practical approaches that will help in accomplishing all three. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,Apologetics,Biblical Truth,Creation,AtheismDefending the Christian faith, sharing the truth of Jesus Christ, and offering a positive case as to the reality of God’s existence, and the truth of the Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/22/common-sense-apologeticsAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/22/common-sense-apologetics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/22/common-sense-apologeticsThu, 22 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe Gospel of Science Too often, science is set at the level of deity by skeptics who mis-apply what science is all about.  Science can explain how things work, but it is powerless to explain whether something was designed or not.  In fact, the findings of science actually point to the reality of a Creator...not a way from one. 00:30:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,Apologetics,Biblical Truth,Creation,AtheismToo often, science is set at the level of deity by skeptics who mis-apply what science is all about.  Science can explain how things work, but it is powerlesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/20/foundational-principlesAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/20/foundational-principles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/20/foundational-principlesTue, 20 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMTFoundational PrinciplesIf we're to make sense of anything, it's important to start with foundational pricinciples.  Once the foundations are in place, the details you accumulate over time have a place to be attached and understood.  Join Dave today as he free forms the argument by asking that we start with a God-first approach. 00:27:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoFoundations,God,Bible,Apologetics,AtheismIf we're to make sense of anything, it's important to start with foundational pricinciples.  Once the foundations are in place, the details you accumulate overhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/16/logic-is-a-stubborn-thingAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/16/logic-is-a-stubborn-thing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/16/logic-is-a-stubborn-thingFri, 16 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMTLogic is a Stubborn Thing Don't get thrown off by clever bromides, poetic loftiness, or intellectuallism.  Peering into the foundational premisses of one's argument will save a lot of needless sidebar discussions and get ttothe heart of the matter more quickly.  Tune into today's show to find out more. 00:40:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoGod,Logic,Bible,Atheism,TruthDon't get thrown off by clever bromides, poetic loftiness, or intellectuallism.  Peering into the foundational premisses of one's argument will save a lot ofhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/15/its-not-blind-faithReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/15/its-not-blind-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/15/its-not-blind-faithThu, 15 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMTIt's Not Blind FaithFar too many people maintain the assumption that belief in Jesus Christ is an endeavor of blind faith.  Sadly, there are even some Christians who hold that view.  However, while our trust and faith in Jesus is very much an issue of the heart, it is, nonetheless, a committent rooted in truth...a truth built on a solid foundation of evidence, logic, and rationality.  So while we own a great salvation from God, we can also own the intellectual argumentthat supports the very truth of  that salvation.  Tune into the "Dave Abell Show" to learn more. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoBlind faith,God's Existence,Atheism vs. Christianity,Creation,Intelligent DesignFar too many people maintain the assumption that belief in Jesus Christ is an endeavor of blind faith.  Sadly, there are even some Christians who hold that viewhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/08/the-dave-abell-showAtheismhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/08/the-dave-abell-show/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/common-sense-apologetics/2012/03/08/the-dave-abell-showThu, 08 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMTThe Dave Abell Show Defending the Christian faith, sharing the truth of Jesus Christ, and offering a positive case as to the reality of God’s existence...and the truth of the Bible...is for many reasons of the utmost importance; not the least of which is that God commands it. Common Sense Apologetics is a show designed to present a common sense and user-friendly approach in not only learningwhy the Christian faith is true, but also to learn a better approach to sharing and defending that truth. 00:31:00Common Sense ApologeticsnoExistence of God,Atheism,Bible Prophecy,Christian Apologetics,CreationDefending the Christian faith, sharing the truth of Jesus Christ, and offering a positive case as to the reality of God’s existence...and the truth of the Bibl