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  Amazing Discoveries That Unlock the Bible | The Apologist's Bookshelf 16.09.2026 20min

  This podcast looks at discoveries that have confirmed the accuracy of the Bible-- Jeremiah and Daniel as real history, cliffside carvings that reflect biblical accuracy in the world of the Old Testament, and New Testament discoveries that illustrate the life of Jesus and his times.  Book: Amazing Discoveries That Unlock the Bible by Douglas Connelly Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Pandemic of Lunacy | The Apologist's Bookshelf 11.09.2026 20min

  J. Budziszewski, author and college professor, has written a book that tries to teach Christians "how to think clearly when everyone around you seems crazy." In chapter 14 he deals with the current idea that manhood and womanhood can take any shapes that we wish. Book: Pandemic of Lunacy by J. Budziszewski Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  God's Crime Scene | The Apologist's Bookshelf 09.09.2026 16min

  J. Warner Wallace, former cold-case detective, uses his skills to show the evidence for a divinely created universe. In chapter 7 he explores the idea of morality--is it just our opinion or is there objective moral truth? Book: God's Crime Scene by J. Warner Wallace Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  The Case for Christ | The Apologist's Bookshelf 04.09.2026 21min

  In the third chapter of this classic apologetics book, Lee Strobel examines documentary evidence to see if the biographies of Jesus were reliably preserved. Book: The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Biblical Wisdom | The Apologist's Bookshelf 02.09.2026 20min

  Daniel Darling has a new book on a topic we all need to work on--how to develop wisdom for the issues of today. This podcast covers his intro and opening chapter that deals with abortion. Book: Biblical Wisdom by Daniel Darling Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Apatheism | The Apologist's Bookshelf 29.08.2026 23min

  Kyle Beshears has written a book to help Christians deal with people who are apathetic about religion. In chapter 3 he tells how apatheism affects people both intellectually and emotionally. Book: Apatheism by Kyle Beshears Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Faithfully Different | The Apologist's Bookshelf 28.08.2026 18min

  In chapter 2 Natasha Crain points out that Christians are not surrounded by a neutral society that leaves everyone to their own. Instead, we are surrounded by secularism, which is a worldview hostile to Christianity. Book: Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Capitalism Versus Socialism | The Apologist's Bookshelf 26.08.2026 18min

  This booklet is part of a series put out by Ratio Christi, an organization that sets up apologetics clubs at colleges and universities. This podcast discusses ways to classify alternative economic systems and then covers what the Bible says about economics. Book: Capitalism Versus Socialism by Thomas Simpson, PhD Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]  
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  An Unholy Alliance | The Apologist's Bookshelf 21.08.2026 23min

  Michael Youssef has written a book warning of the partnership between secular progressivism and radical Islam. This podcast covers his concerns about modern Christian heresies as well as his view of the end times and how this relates to Islam. Book: An Unholy Alliance by Michael Youssef Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]    
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  Epigenetics and the Architect | The Apologist's Bookshelf 19.08.2026 21min

  This book explores the evidence of design in the cell. A revolution is taking place today thanks to the discovery of DNA's mysterious partner in the elegant waltz of cellular life--the epigenome. Book: Epigenetics and the Architect by Thomas Woodward and James P. Gills, MD Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]  
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  Tactics | The Apologist's Bookshelf 15.08.2026 21min

  Greg Koukl's book Tactics has sold more than 500,000 copies, which shows it has great value for Christians who want to defend their faith. In chapters 3 and 4 Koukl introduces the Columbo tactic--what it is and its advantages in managing a conversation. Book: Tactics by Greg Koukl Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  The Challenge of the Cults and New Religions | The Apologist's Bookshelf 12.08.2026 19min

  Chapter 7 in this book discusses Scientology--its beliefs and how it contrasts with Christianity. Book: The Challenge of the Cults and New Religions by Ron Rhodes Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Truth Changes Everything | The Apologist's Bookshelf 08.08.2026 19min

  Dr. Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries, discusses why, contrary to popular thought, truth can be known. Book: Truth Changes Everything by Dr. Jeff Myers Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  God's Undertaker | The Apologist's Bookshelf 05.08.2026 16min

  John Lennox, professor and author, uses chapter 7 to give the reader some idea of the vast complexity of the living cell and DNA. He does this to show the difficulty of life arising from chance. Book: God's Undertaker by John Lennox Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Confronting Christianity | The Apologist's Bookshelf 01.08.2026 20min

  Rebecca McLaughlin answers a question often asked these days: Doesn't religion cause violence? Book: Confronting Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  The Creator and the Cosmos | The Apologist's Bookshelf 29.07.2026 20min

  Hugh Ross, astrophysicist and founder of Reasons to Believe, discusses the idea of a multiverse to explain design in the universe and  deals with challenges to the fine-tuning seen throughout the universe. Book: The Creator and the Cosmos by Hugh Ross Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  The Reason for God | The Apologist's Bookshelf 24.07.2026 18min

  Tim Keller, noted pastor and author, responds to the issue of the Christian claim of absolute truth. Does this make Christianity a straightjacket? Book: The Reason for God by Tim Keller NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Seven Days That Divide the World | The Apologist's Bookshelf 23.07.2026 17min

  John Lennox, university professor and noted author, compares the Genesis account of creation to the literature of contemporary ancient cultures. Book: Seven Days That Divide the World by John Lennox Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  To Everyone an Answer | The Apologist's Bookshelf 17.07.2026 15min

  Chapter 7 of this book gives a moral argument for the existence of God. Book: To Everyone an Answer edited by Francis Beckwith, William Lane Craig, and J.P. Moreland Purchase book here   NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]
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  Sharing the Good News with Mormons | The Apologist's Bookshelf 15.07.2026 21min

  This is a collection of practical strategies for getting a conversation started with Mormons. In chapter 15, a former Mormon tells how to use the Columbo tactic--asking good questions. Book: Sharing the Good News with Mormons (edited by Eric Johnson and Sean McDowell) Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book.   I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: [email protected]