The Defend Podcast

Zach Carter, pastor and author, walked away from his Mormon family lineage that dates back to the days of Joseph Smith. Zach shares his story in this podcast and explains why it is often costly for someone to leave the LDS Church.

Dr. Zach Carter, pastor and author, advocates putting as many “stumbling blocks” in front of people when talking about the gospel—not your typical church-growth plan. Listen in to the first of this two-part series as Zach unpacks the powerful message of the cross.

Eric Hernandez, author of The Lazy Approach to Evangelism, shows how every believer can be ready to respond in any situation the “lazy way.” Hernandez, Apologetics Lead and Millennial Specialist in Evangelism for Texas Baptists, talks about the power of asking simple questions.

Elijah Hixson (Ph.D. University of Cambridge), author and New Testament textual critic, discusses Mark 1:1 and Luke 23:34 and the research that helps us understand the biblical text.

Eric Hernandez, Apologetics Lead and Millennial Specialist in Evangelism for Texas Baptists, talks about his book "The Lazy Approach to Evangelism" and gives tips that every Christian can use, regardless of experience or knowledge of apologetics.

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In Part 2, James Walker tells of personal encounters with Scientology and how the group targets those who leave.

In this fascinating interview, James Walker talks about Scientology, its abuse of its leadership corps, ,and why many are speaking out.

Craig Hazen, a philosopher and a novelist, talks about his novel that combines a terrorist plot, a college classroom, and a rare Cambodian manuscript for a great read that explores reasons to believe.

Kyle Beshears, pastor and author, discusses the cultural shift to apatheism and why it can be more challenging than atheism.

Michael Strauss, an experimental particle physicist who conducts research at the CERN laboratory in Switzerland, talks about the complex inner world of the atom, what creation tells us about God, and why Christians should be excited about both.

Here’s a flashback from Defend 22 with our own Tawa Anderson, NOBTS associate professor of philosophy and apologetics. At recording time, Tawa was on faculty at Oklahoma Baptist University and had just released the book, Why Believe? Christian Apologetics for a Skeptical Age. Here he talks about his book and why he hopes those who have doubts about the faith will pick it up.

James Walker, president of Watchman Fellowship, shares insights from his friendships with atheists and tells how the internet is impacting Mormonism.

One of the human heart’s deepest desires is for beauty. Philosopher and author Greg Ganssle discusses how Beauty points to God and a gospel that fulfills humankind’s greatest desires.

Why do atheists return to faith? Jana Harmon, a teaching fellow at the C. s. Institute of Atlanta, tells of her research and conversations with former atheists and why they now embrace faith.

Blaise Pascal’s writings from the 1600s are surprisingly relevant for today. Douglas Groothuis unpacks the beauty and practicality of Pascal the apologist.

NOBTS Apologetics director Dr. Robert Stewart talks of common mistakes (“Apologists’ Stupid Tricks”) apologists can make and shows that tricks aren’t necessary. Rather, the Christian faith is solid without tricks.

Daniel Darling, pastor, bestselling author and director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, gives clarity to a Post-Roe v. Wade world and tells how the Church can minister to those in need.

Skeptics often scoff at Old Testament law and regulations. Renowned philosopher and author Paul Copan brings context and understanding to scripture as he introduces his two soon-to-be-released books.