How to Live the Narrow Way During a Chaotic Election (LIVE with Q&A) | Ep 67
Release Date: 11/04/2024
BONUS DEBATE: Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? Abdu Murray vs. John Loftus | Ep 78
All Rise with Abdu Murray
Tis the season … to discuss the resurrection! In this special bonus episode of All Rise, we take you back to a compelling 2016 debate between two men who have each made dramatic journeys of faith and doubt. Christian apologist and former Muslim Abdu Murray goes head-to-head with atheist and former Christian John Loftus on the foundational question of Christianity: Did Jesus really rise from the dead? This rigorous and respectful exchange tackles the historical, philosophical, and evidential claims surrounding the resurrection of Jesus. Whether...
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Former Muslim Responds: Why Ayaan Hirsi Ali Left New Atheism for Jesus | Ep 77
All Rise with Abdu Murray
Ayaan Hirsi Ali, the famed Muslim-turned-atheist and critic of religion along with her New Atheist cohort, shocked the world when she came out as a Christian in 2023. The partial story of her conversion from the UnHerd article she penned received backlash from non-Christian and Christian commentators alike. Recently, she sat down with agnostic Alex O'Connor to set the record straight. In this episode of All Rise, former Muslim, Abdu Murray, and former atheist, Derek Caldwell, react to Ayaan's more complete self-disclosure. Read the original article that started it...
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Are We Witnessing the Abolition of Humanity? With Stuart McAllister | Ep 76
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The Christian world is finally awaking to the reality of the technological captivity of humanity. But one man who has been thinking about this from the beginning is Stuart McAllister. Gleaning wisdom from CS Lewis and many other authors, Stuart helps us navigate the technological world by first helping us understand the underlying problems and what is at stake. Stuart is the Director of Ministry for Thinking Out Loud (featuring Cameron McAllister and Nathan Rittenhouse) and the Director of Leadership and Deployment for Restoration Presbyterian Church in Dacula, Georgia. Stuart...
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Chloe Cole on Gender Affirming Care, Faith, and Finding Hope | Ep 75
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Chloe Cole has lived a full lifetime in her 20 years. She joins the podcast to discuss the tumultuous early years of her life and the cultural and political trends and pressures impacting developing young girls and boys today. Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at . Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering...
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Live Q&A from MIT: Transgender Inclusion, Denominations, Judaism, and More! | Ep 74
All Rise with Abdu Murray
Students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) pepper Abdu with questions about transgenderism, denominations, selective acceptance of miracles, and if people are only Christian because they were born in Christian countries. Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at . Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in...
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Live at MIT: Is Christian Exclusivity a Loving Truth or Hateful Intolerance? | Ep 73
All Rise with Abdu Murray
"All roads lead to God." "Live your truth." "Do what makes you happy." These truisms of the modern world lend themselves to the idea that the traditional Christian idea which states Jesus is "the only way" is intolerant and unloving. Abdu Murray discusses this major issue live at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at . Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by...
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Ex-Muslim Christian Answers Questions about Islam, Salvation, and the Quran vs the Bible | Ep 72
All Rise with Abdu Murray
Former Muslim turned Christian Abdu Murray takes tough questions from young adults at Community Christian Church in Sterling Heights, MI. He touches on Islam, who salvation is for, the reliability of the Christian scriptures, Christians in politics, and more! Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at . Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not...
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Is There Any Hope for American Politics? With Michael Wear | Ep 71
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Is there something inherently "sick" about our politics that has infected the Christian life and witness? If so, what is the problem and what can we do about it? In this pre-Inauguration Day episode, Michael Wear talks about where we go from here. Check out Michael Wear's The Center for Christianity and Public Life at . "The Center for Christianity and Public Life is a nonpartisan nonprofit civic organization with the mission to contend for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the good of the public. Our vision is for a healthier politics and...
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Questioning Christmas: Did Matthew Mangle the Virgin Birth? Responding to Bart Ehrman | Ep 70
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Dr. Bart Ehrman claims that Matthew made a translation error and misunderstood the original context of Isaiah 7:14. If Matthew had known Hebrew and understood the context, he would have known that Isaiah was not prophesying a "virgin birth." If Dr. Ehrman is true, that means the Gospel story of Jesus is built on a lie. What is the truth? Find out in this in-depth investigation. Abdu's socials: Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by...
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Questioning Christmas: Where is the Prophecy About the "Nazarene"? Responding to Bart Ehrman | Ep 69
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Dr. Bart Ehrman claims that Matthew got the "Nazarene" prophecy about Jesus incorrect because there is no such prophecy found in all of the Old Testament. Abdu's socials: Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at . Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by...
info_outlineAbdu Murray and Pastor Chris Rea of Community Christian Church in Sterling Heights, MI, discuss this chaotic election season in front of a live audience.
Abdu's Washington Times piece referenced in this episode can be found at https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/jul/26/american-souls-are-sick-this-election-season/.
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