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• Letter to a Christian Nation Response - If we are all mere products of a Godless form of natural selection, what do we have to look forward to? Unexplained suffering that ends in personal extinction?
• Ancient Babylon - All false religions began in Babylonia. Learn how these concepts may have affected what you believe today.
• Ancient Mesopotamia - The modern day country of Iraq has a long, rich history. Discover how Ancient Mesopotamia touches your life today.
• Are We Misquoting Jesus Video - What do Bart Ehrman and his view of New Testament textual criticism tell us about the reliability of the New Testament? Check out this short video response to Misquoting Jesus!
• The End of Faith Video - What does Sam Harris tell us in his Letter to a Christian Nation? Are we really facing The End of Faith? Don't miss this short video clip! Stream it now!
• Historical Primary Sources Video - Stream this clip. Why is the study of primary source documents like the Gettysburg Address so important to the study of history?
• The Paranormal Video - Why do Atheists and Naturalists get the Willies if there’s no such thing as the supernatural or metaphysical realm? Don't miss this short video clip!
• Sam Harris - Is Christianity truly unsupportable? Or does good, cogent, intellectual, historical, philosophical, and even scientific evidence exist to support Christianity? Read a response to Harris.
• Ancient Rome - There were many gods to be worshiped in ancient Rome. Emperors were often said to be gods and worshipped as well.
• Aztec Gods - What role did Huitzilopochtli, Tlaloc, and Tezcatlipoca play in the ancient culture of the Aztec civilization?
• Ancient Pompeii - Discover the event that buried this city in August 24, AD 79. What can we learn about this city from the remains?
• Separation of Church and State - What does this controversy revolve around? Why the differing interpretations? What was the original intent or understanding?
• Christianity vs Science - Can anyone resolve the conflict between science and religion? Can science put Christianity to the test?
• History - What influences history? What is recorded and what is left out? Consider these basic principles and approaches to history.
• Age of Reason - Learn about this eighteenth century movement. What beliefs impacted this time period? How did open thought and personal liberty impact thought?
• Embryonic Stem Cells - How does the concept of soul fit into this debate? What about equality? Consider these thoughts in regard to this heated debate.
• Native American History - What is the early history of Native Americans? What are the major events in their history? Who are they today?
• Atheist Belief - Read this response to Sam Harris’ Letter to a Christian Nation. Can both authors be right about the tenants of Christianity?
• Good vs Evil - Are Atheists evil? Are Christians evil? What about those who live moral and upright lives? Who sets the standard?
• Indus Valley - When the early civilizations of the Indus Valley faded into time, so did their gods. Little is known about gods they worshipped.
• Letter to a Christian Nation - This book cries out for an intelligent response that offers the reader a rationale for the credibility and rectitude of orthodox Christianity.
• Life of George Washington - What made this man a great hero of America? What did he base his decisions upon? Learn about this man of power.
• Aztec Civilization - Learn about the culture, religious rituals, economy, class structure, and importance of ceremonies in this ancient civilization.
• Ancient Egypt - How did the arts, religion, science, and technology influence our culture today? Learn the facts of this ancient culture here.
• 12th Imam - Who is this anointed ruler? Is he a descendent of the Prophet Muhammad? What power does he have?
• Pilgrims - Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving and how did the pilgrims celebrate and express their thanks. Who did they thank?
• Nostradamus Prophecy - The background of this urban legend. Some examples of his so-called prophecies. Why do we care so much?
• Is Hell Real? - What will it be like? What des the Bible say? How can we know for sure that this place even exists?
• Money Problems - Did you know that having more money isn’t the key to having financial satisfaction? Discover the real key here.
• Pro-Choice Abortion - What is the position of choice really declaring? How we sway perception?
• Prayer In School - When and why was prayer banned in the public schools? What's been the result?
• Separation Of Church And State - Understand the concept of the Establishment Clause in the context of the time and the framers of the constitution.
• Human Genetic Engineering - What's behind this medical and ethical issue? Where should we go for guidance?
• Human Genome Project - What will the medical community do with this profound information?
• Cloning Ethics - What are the moral and ethical considerations related to the concept of cloning?
• History of Valentines Day - Learn about the young couples who were denied love and how St. Valentine stepped in.
• End Times - How can we test whether the prophecies of the end of the age in the Bible are credible?
• Pros And Cons Of Stem Cell Research - What is the difference between adult cells, cord cells, and embryonic cells? Learn the differences and the advantages?
• Book Of Revelation - The end times will come when we least expect it. Are we seeing signs now?
• Pro-Abortion - The background of case law and the impact of the early decisions.
• Tarot Cards - What's in a deck? From gypsies to New Agers, here's the history, beliefs and methodology. Harmless fun or occultish practice?
• School Prayer - The case law history in the U.S. A legacy of First Amendment revision regarding school prayer and Bible reading.
• In God We Trust - Discover where this phrase came from and who was instrumental in getting it on the US currency.
• Noah's Ark - A feasibility study of the biblical story. The boat. The animals. The Flood. Check out the arguments and systematic research.
• All About Popular Issues - How do certain hot topics of the day shape our philosophy and worldview? Is there a connection? What do you think?
• Mark of the Beast Video - Check out this video! There is a man at the end that is so lost he would murder a lot of people if today was his last day on the earth. He is wearing a shirt with 666 on the back.
• Origin of Halloween - Where does this term come from and what is its connection with Halloween? Find the link.
• Easter Island - The history of Easter Island involves more than the common myths we’ve all heard about this island. Find out the truth here.
• Prayer In Public School - A look at the history of prayer in the public schools of America.
• Thanksgiving History - What is the purpose of Thanksgiving and the celebration we have? Consider the thoughts of Washington and Lincoln.
• Racial Prejudice - Slavery. Apartheid. Abolition. Racism has reared its ugly head in the past. Are we still living in racist times today?
• Shroud Of Turin - This cloth predominately resides in Turin, Italy. What is its significance? Is there any support to its authenticity?
• Da Vinci Code Truth - Was Jesus really married? Can the gospels be trusted? Is Jesus God? Learn the correct answers
• Partial Birth Abortion - What's the current status of the law on this procedure? Check out the latest.
• Marilyn Manson - The man and his message to the world. Why should we even care?
• Teen Abortion - What are the latest statistics on teen pregnancy? How is this translating into abortions?
• Word Origin - Many words and phrases have their origin in the Bible. Here are some.
• Prayer In Public School - The legacy of removing prayer from the public school sytems.
• Voice Of The Martyrs - Remarkably, people still die everyday for their religious faith. Check out the latest statistics.
• Mark Of The Beast - All mankind will be required to be registered and marked with a means to interact financially.
• Christian Home School - What does the Bible say about educating children? Should homeschooling be considered?
• New World Order - Discover the history and the agenda of this movement. How does it affect you and your community?
• Parenting Skills - Learn how important discipline, education, and financial training are in the home.
• Miracle of Life Video - Dr. Seuss said, A Person's a Person no Matter How Small. What does this say about the sanctity of life? You have to see this video clip!
• Constitutional Rights Video - Check out this short video! What are the self-evident truths endowed by our Creator? What do constitutional rights really mean?
• School Prayer - We're not talking about Christian prayer, we're talking about a quiet time for any kind of prayerful thought.
• History of Ancient Israel - Learn the major points in Israel’s ancient history. How did these events influence the country of today?
• The Dark Ages - What was life like during this time in history? Were there any major achievements during this time?
• Colonial Life In America - Day-to-day life was difficult for the settlers. Discover some of their concerns and the hardships they face.
• Life During the Great Depression - What was family life like during the depression? Consider some account from those who were children during the Depression.
• World War 2 Facts - Discover first-hand accounts from survivors on the home front and veterans of this deadly world war.
• Queen Cleopatra of Egypt - How does the popular depiction of this queen differ from historical fact? How did she impact history?
• Mayflower Compact - Why is this document so important in the history of the USA? Why was it needed and what did it say?
• History of Black Death - What did someone experience if they suffered from the black death? Discover the symptoms and causes.