The Reformation: A Great Schism or Necessary Change?

The Reformation: A Great Schism or Necessary Change?


In this special edition of the Come Let Us Reason Together podcast, Lenny sits down with Reasons to Believe Senior Research Scholar Ken Samples to discuss the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. It was on October 31, 1517 Martin Luther nailed his famous 95 theses on the door of the Wittenberg church. That act launched one of the most significant changes to western civilization humanity has ever seen.

In this extended podcast, Ken and Lenny discuss the reasons for Luther’s grievances, why the Reformation made the impact it did, how the sharing of the Gospel was affected through the Reformers, as well as some of the criticisms and problems that emerged from dividing the church. Listen in to hear the entire conversation.

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 3)

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 3)

As another holiday season approaches, we are reminded to give thanks for God's blessing on our lives. Thanksgiving is a national holiday and a testament to the Christian underpinnings of America. In this special series, we'll explore how the United States has its roots in the Christian tradition.

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Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 2)

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 2)

As another holiday season approaches, we are reminded to give thanks for God's blessing on our lives. Thanksgiving is a national holiday and a testament to the Christian underpinnings of America. In this special series, we'll explore how the United States has its roots in the Christian tradition.

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Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 1)

Thanksgiving and America's Christian Heritage (Part 1)

As another holiday season approaches, we are reminded to give thanks for God's blessing on our lives. Thanksgiving is a national holiday and a testament to the Christian underpinnings of America. In this special series, we'll explore how the United States has its roots in the Christian tradition.

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Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 4)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 4)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

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Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 3)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 3)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

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Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 2)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 2)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

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Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 1)

Tools for a God-Fearing Mind (Part 1)

When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He replied that believers should love God with not only their hearts and strength, but also with their minds. Thinking clearly is important both in our proper understanding of God and in our defense of the faith. In this series of podcasts, Lenny explains just how logical arguments for the faith are constructed and how you can recognize the fallacies in others' thinking.

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Talking with Mormons (Part 4)

Talking with Mormons (Part 4)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

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Talking with Mormons (Part 3)

Talking with Mormons (Part 3)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

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Talking with Mormons (Part 2)

Talking with Mormons (Part 2)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

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Talking with Mormons (Part 1)

Talking with Mormons (Part 1)

Mormonism boasts over 12 million adherents, and it's still growing. What should we say when Mormon missionaries come to our door? How are Christian beliefs different than Mormon beliefs? Here are some ways to help you how to engage Mormons in fruitful discussion.

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Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 4)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 4)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

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Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 3)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 3)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

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Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 2)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 2)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

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Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 1)

Busting Myths about Islam and the Crusades (Part 1)

President Obama likened the evil savagery that ISIS has been perpetrating in the name of Islam to Christianity and the Crusades. That's a very popular, but very wrong misconception about what happened historically. In this series, Lenny sets the record straight on misunderstandings concerning Islam and Muslim practices, and clears up falsehoods surrounding the Crusades.

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Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 4)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 4)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

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Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 3)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 3)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

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Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 2)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 2)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

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Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 1)

Talking with Jehovah's Witnesses (Part 1)

Jehovah's Witnesses have made a name for themselves by traveling door to door and converting people. But how can we defend our beliefs against their objections? Here is a very practical teaching to show you how to dialogue with the Jehovah's Witnesses.

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Let's Talk about Sex (Part 4)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 4)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

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Let's Talk about Sex (Part 3)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 3)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

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Let's Talk about Sex (Part 2)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 2)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

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Let's Talk about Sex (Part 1)

Let's Talk about Sex (Part 1)

We live in a sex-saturated culture, one which warps our and our children's understanding. Yet, the church hasn't done a very good job in expressing exactly what the Christian position on sex really is. This class will provide a way of thinking about sex that is different from what you may have heard before. Join us for this crucial talk.

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What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 4)

What about the Separation of Church and State? (Part 4)

Everyone has heard much talk about the role of religion in politics. In an election year, this is especially prevalent. But shouldn’t our beliefs influence our political views? Learn how to make a thoughtful defense of voting your conscience in this series of teachings.

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