We seek to connect Gods story and Gods people around the world. Free will is not meaningless to us, it is for an omniscient God. Does that sound like you sir? Hitchens answers no. All a person needs are eyes that can see and a brain that can think. Just because Todd thinks Exodus 34 talks about God first does not mean this is how the development of god came about. [7] Comfort retracted the video and claims upon learning that the banana is a result of artificial selection by humans, and that the wild banana is small and unpalatable. (Heb.6:1). If he lied to his wife, that is troubling. routine by specifically asking him if he broke the other commandments and telling him how the Bible interprets breaking those commandments. Belief in God makes a no moral difference in the world, it has not . Rather, he would bash evolution and science as if doing so would mean his position should win by default. Show More. Erica Cooper preaches for Martha Stearns Marshall Day at Milledge Avenue Baptist Church in Athens, Georgia. In less than a mile, turn right onto Stoney Creek Ave, just before the road bends. Registrar & PDSO. In a halfmile turn right onto Lamoreaux Dr. How can the two be compatible? Third Question redirected to Todd Friel. The organization produces a television show, a radio show, books and tracts, an online course in evangelism, small-group training courses, and a website. The show ran from January 2006 until November 2008, when it was renamed Wretched Radio, broadcast through FamilyNet. For instance, there is absolutely no evidence at all that 500 people saw anything. Todd's objections to the evolution of the eye is an, Dan opens with "Hell is not 'reasonable justice.'" The church will be on your right. He is the author of: Jesus Unmasked, Judge Not, Slaying the Lust Dragon, Stressed Out and How to Keep Your Kid from Backsliding. [19] In addition, some Christian debate viewers accused the moderator, Martin Bashir, of "being biased towards the atheist side. Living Waters Publications (LWP) acts as an online store for WOTM. We may spot design in the universe, but that does not mean the universe as a whole was designed. Todd says the story of Naaman is a very true story and an allegory for the gospel. Todd Bentley, who once claimed God told him to heal a woman by slapping her in the face and who was deemed unfit for ministry by a panel of pastors in 2020, tweeted out "I'm going." Greg Locke,. April 1, 2021 from Answers Magazine. Macarthur's Masters University and Masters Seminary are both on probation as Macarthur leads his own personal crime family (see his son and son-in-law's nefarious activities). [18] Slate reported that RRS atheist debaters Brian and Kelly defeated the three main arguments of Cameron and Comfort which were: a) everything has a maker, b) the existence of the human conscience shows that there is a higher moral power, and c) Christ is revealed in the Gospel. If one prophecy can be faked, then it's possible all of the prophecies could be faked. Round Two: Even if MacArthur were to be correct in his assertions and assessments, in his disparaging remarks and condescending comments regarding Moore he fails to follow the very Scripture he proclaims. How about considering that the. One might be surprised to see who exactly comprises this coalition against the Dallas Statement. Atheism does not say life has no purpose, and atheists certainly do not believe in nothing (that is called nihilism, and Todd supposedly already knows this but misrepresented it anyway). Todd points to his microphone and says it did not "evolve" rather it was intentionally designed. Man gave these agents names, like Thor (which coincidentally the day of the debate took place on a Thursday, and Dan pointed this out that it was "Thor's" acknowledgment day) However, we now know about electricity and plate tectonics to explain these phenomena, and similarly we know the origin of the universe and life therefore we no longer need faith in deities to explain away the unknown. Unfortunately, the discussion did continue, with fellow panelist Phil Johnson describing Moore as narcissistic and panelist Mike Riccardi affirming MacArthurs contention regarding Moores preaching. Thank you for signing up to receive email newsletters from Answers in Genesis. Summary. Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Natural selection, the mechanism that drives evolution, is the direct opposite of chance. One year, a 27yearold mother of four came in 11 weeks pregnant and seriously ill. Doctors and experts said if her pregnancy were not terminated, she would likely die, taking her unborn child with her. Notice that Rachel Held Evans RTd the tweet. After Pres. and hyperactive agency detector says that must be some kind of bird, animal, human, creature thing up there doing that and they named is Zeus or Thor and they thought this thing was communicated with them. . Do Christians, Jews, and Muslims Worship the Same God. Dan brought up several valid points, such as the burden of proof is on those making the positive claims. . Whether it is a tower falling on 18 people, 9/11, etc. Todd answers the bible says we will all die and give an account for our sins. Dan brings up the problem of evil, if God is allpowerful but unwilling to help the suffering then he is evil. Millions of people live happy, moral, loving, fulfilling lives without a belief in God. Dan was a bornagain, biblebelieving preacher, song writer, and a missionary. Dan points out that people who do believe in God are living more poorly than those who don't. WOTM is broadcast on the Trinity Broadcasting Network, FamilyNet,[5] Sky Angel, Christian Television Network, along with other media outlets, and can be watched in more than 100 countries. In addition to these three women, one also might note the names of these eight female coworkers of the Paul: Lydia, Tryphena, Tryphosa, Persis, Euodia, Syntyche, Nympha and Apphia (see Acts 16:14-15; Romans 16:12, Philippians 4:2; Colossians 4:15; and Philemon 2). Arminians or so-called Traditionalists, like David Allen at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, have largely stayed away from the document not because they disagree with the general premise, but because of what they perceive to be overly-Calvinist language regarding the sin and guilt of Adam. Todd asks Eddie and other atheists "why do we die?" No. [18] Although numerous Christians claimed that Comfort and Cameron went to the debate "well-intentioned but unprepared", the two were also widely commended for having a very "positive demeanor" during the debate, in strong contrast to their opponents. Friel is described as "one of those glassyeyed gladhanding usedcarsalesmen of the soul types" by PZ Myers.[2]. What a disappointment. Saturday October 18 6:00 pm-9:00 pm: "Jesus in the Old Testament". . Session 2 Jesus in the Old Testament Part 2: Session 3 Sunday Morning A Biblical Response to Anxiety: 131 South to exit 91 West River Drive. Friel shares similar views with Cameron and Comfort, and he often uses several classic arguments proposed by them. Todd Friel is the host of Wretched Radio, a conservative, evangelical Christian radio show. Dwight McKissic is a profoundly racist man, a race agitator, and bigot who uses his credentials as a Southern Baptist minister to drive the nations largest Protestant denomination to the hard left. Friel has had many people call in on his show to debate him. Ironically, Albert Mohler and other opponents of the statement make odd bedfellows with those who deny inerrancy. Amen, I gather. Dan says likewise, Todd has failed to prove the existence of his God because there is no evidence for this god. Todd says the difference between Islam and the flying guru and Christianity are eyewitness accounts. Answers in Genesis is an apologetics ministry, dedicated to helping Christians defend their faith and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ. Likewise, a religion arose in the desert and man created a warlike God named Yahweh, and a few people in the room believe in Yahweh. He still claims that the atonement of Christ was done for the purpose of recycling waste, saving the dolphins, lowering carbon emissions and havings pets spayed and neutered. Todd's second proof for God: the conscience. Instead of going home, appreciable numbers of women followed Jesus, supported Jesus and were taught by Jesus in their homes, even as they helped to bury Jesus and to offer winsome witness to his resurrection, despite the doubts of 11 male disciples (see, for example, Luke 8:1-3; 10:38-41; 23:55-56; 24:1-12). Todd begins by explaining he did not "do his job right" because Dan keeps saying Hell is not reasonable justice and the crowd keeps applauding. ", The Way of the Master is an outreach of Living Waters Ministries, also headed by Comfort. Todd Friel begins his speech the debate with a prayer. Todd begins to plead with Hitchens to admit that it would be an act of kindness, but Hitchens does not give in and his answer remains the same. Sign up for a weekly dose of personal thoughts along with interesting content updates. Author Josh Buice Pastor Pray's Mill Baptist Church Love, righteousness, justice, and such are different human concepts, and society deems them all good. What a kind god. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA, and the Google He has done so all under the following formula: Beth Moore is a bad Bible teacher and worse, she partners with even worse false prophets (Joyce Meyer, Christine Caine, and so on). Todd asks Hitchens What would God do with you? Hitchens hopes that he does not go to Heaven, and points out that Todd is basing this on if you believe in the God of the Old Testament. But if he cannot help, then he is not allpowerful. In a halfmile turn right onto Lamoreaux Dr. Your newsletter signup did not work out. Todd then talks about the law, the Ten Commandments, and Judgment. While certainly Thabiti Anyabwile and Russell Moore are immutably left-of-center, the chances are that other more impressionable New Calvinists dont understand that their concept of justice is different from many of their allies on this issue. The next question is another sleight of hand by the New Testament authors of Psalm 22:16 which does not say anything about nails or crucifixion, but the literal translation is mauled by a lion. How about when considering that all of the prophecies could be changed? Todd Friel played the role of a group facilitator at John Macarthur's recent Strange Fire Conference (Oct.16-18 . He has spoken at churches, festivals, seminars and youth groups all over America. This page was last edited on 3 February 2023, at 02:03. Dan Barker begins with his opening speech. This is hardly true for either Muslims or evangelical Christians, who also supported slavery in other cases, plus other unworthy causes like opposing women's suffrage. Todd asks "where is the body? Do you want to be descended from a monkey? Friel answers Well, that is not part of the game show., Round Three: Wallis organization, Sojourners, has been at the forefront of the political lefts attempt in commandeering evangelicalism for well more than a decade. 131 Northto exit 91 West River Drive. Todd already does not accept the testimony of alien abductions, but the number of people who claim to have been abducted is much greater than 500 (perhaps more than 1,000). Friel says people will come to God like Naaman by humbling themselves like children instead of being rich, intellectual, proud, or smarter than god. Sunday October 19 9:30 am-11:00 am: Please pick up your children as soon as the service is over. Friel welcomes Hitchens and tells him that they will play a game of what if it is true? where Friel will tell Hitchens a story and Hitchens will respond as if they were true. [6], In 2006, Comfort recorded a segment for The Way of the Master's television show in which he argued that the banana was an "atheists' nightmare", arguing that it displayed many user-friendly features that were evidence of intelligent design. Round One: Hitchens suggests asking Kim-Jong Il ("He might have a different opinion.") It is very likely that the 500 is just a number written on paper, simply propaganda. Todd moves on, just playing a game of what if, Todd asks what if God rode you through the Ten Commandments, the standard of goodness and redemption, how do you think you will measure you? Hitchens replies saying he does not need to and does not think anybody else should either. Second Question redirected to Eddie Tabash. Todd openly admits that his story "theistic Creation" sound foolish as well: something created everything out of nothing. In less than a mile, turnLeft onto Stoney Creek Ave, just before the road bends. An infinite punishment for a finite crime is not justifiable, nor is it just or reasonable. Union Seminary has used The Dallas Statement as an opportunity to advance their agenda of denouncing Scriptural Inerrancy, a cause for which John MacArthur is most well known. Todd says that Hitchens has broken the first three commandments, Todd guesses that he broke the fifth, and then he walks Hitchens down the are you a person? The topic is "Does God Exist" and we have yet seen Todd present empirical proof that he is correct, and thus he can be very wrong. End of discussion.. However, in the eyes of God (the big guy), it is very offensive, and so much as lying about your weight is punishable by burning for eternity. [4] Currently, it has been released up to season four. He is the author of: Jesus Unmasked, Judge Not, Slaying the Lust Dragon, Stressed Out and How to Keep Your Kid from Backsliding. He is also the author and producer of over two dozen Bible study courses. Friel then asks Hitchens, What if there is a Judgment Day and God makes you account for every word, every deed, how do you think you will do on that day? Hitchens responds with I would ask by what right? Lied to you in a very large, dishonest, disgusting way. Office Phone: (610) 785-6235 . This is a theology that makes us all guilty criminals by default. Souls saved. There will be childrens ministryclasses for children 0-5 during the entire service in the classroom down the left upper level hallway. [2], The Way of the Master is a television show hosted by Cameron and Comfort. I haven't heard of the last one, I'll check it . The Way of the Master is an evangelical Christian organization based in Bellflower, California that provides "pop culture apologetics for Evangelical Christians."[1] Formed in 2002 by former child actor Kirk Cameron, author Ray Comfort, and radio host Todd Friel, the ministry produces Christian based television shows, books, pamphlets and tracts. The only difference between you and me is that I believe in one less God than you do. Joseph." 133,560 views 2 years ago Wretched TV and Radio are daily Christian programs hosted by Todd Friel. Eddie says they are not contradictory to us, but they are for God in his nature and goodness. Next, Eddie asks another question but points out Todd did not fully address his question. [1] Let's look at some Christian responses. The Bible is a major source of confusion, history testifies to that. Hitchens replies according to you, he didn't. Hitchens answers God has been nowhere in his life. Friel rehearsed most of the common tactics performed by Way of the Master; however, Hitchens did not play along as Friel hoped for. Sojourners ran an article accusing MacArthur of leading the church away from repentance and reconciliation. It has opened my understanding of the greek language in the Bible and God's wisdom!" John Miller: "Mr. Friel does a fine job giving a basic understanding of New Testament Greek. What if the bible is accurate, (sharing a quote Romans 1) 'For the wrath of God is revealed from the gates of heaven, all in godliness and righteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth. Where did the laws come from? Todd demonstrates his absolute born again arrogance by pretty much telling Dan Barker that the 3000 or so people who were killed in the Twin Towers toppled by fanatic Middle Age ignorance and superstition probably deserved to die (or God would have saved them like he saved all the people who managed to escape). Was it the flappers or the little spritzers that shoot water out. Todd Friel is the host of Wretched Radio, a conservative, evangelical Christian radio show. Dominating the world? Friel begins by playing a game of what if? The people on Friel's program introduce Hitchens, they say that Hitchens hates God. Part 1 and Part 2. [1] From January 2006 to November 2008, he hosted the Way of the Master Radio show, a twohour daily Christian talk show, with both Ray Comfort and Kirk Cameron as frequent cohosts. Racial disharmony is good publicity for Dwight McKissic, and he knows it. He spoke the world into existence, once you have the missing information. In a debate with Eddie Tabash, Friel claimed that we all deserve to be hurt by God. Please follow the instructions we emailed you in order to finish subscribing. Hitchens says he lusted after women. This ranking of Protestant seminaries includes Methodist, Presbyterian, Wesleyan, and Episcopal denominations, and non-denominational schools. Dan explains why the brain functions like that, and included works by Daniel Dennett, Pascal Boyer, Justin L. Barrett, Scott Atran, and others who research the cognitive science of religion and various cognitive mechanisms. Creation is God's clear sign of his existence. We look forward to seeing you! However, Naaman had a skin disease, probably leprosy. Todd admits people can be wrong, and so can Todd and every other theist could be wrong. Hitchens does not think it is an act of kindness, it is a tyrannical act. The gospels do not say who they were, where they came from, how old were they, what did they say, who did they tell, were they all sober and mentally functional, and such. His common argument against atheists, besides that they hate Jesus, is that they cannot provide a single case for atheism and cannot prove God does not exist. Wallis, unlike Mohler, hasnt changed his positions. Yahwah, the warlike God, is the first developed, but over the years other views are included and some are pushed to be mentioned before the warlike figure. One such example was Christopher Hitchens. Light refreshments will also be provided. Just kidding. Dan's speech will be in normal font with Todds response in italics. He loves his wife and Todd Friel is the host of the nationally syndicated Wretched TV and Wretched Radio programs. Friel goes on to say Muslims were not among the pilgrims, revolutionists, founding fathers, signers of the Constitution or Bill of Rights, nor were Muslims seen in the womens suffrage movement or the abolitionist movement (in fact, Friel says that Muslims are the largest human traffickers today, they are cruel to them, and it was evangelical Christians who started the abolitionist movement because the Bible strictly forbids slavery[note 1]). Rather, Muslims have only been seen helping the Nazi Party and committing acts of terrorism. Todd Friel hosts the syndicated Wretched TVand Wretched Radio programs. This is one of the contradictions, Dan recommends, Todd asks Dan how many fingers he is holding up. Theists cannot agree on the nature of god and his moral principles. 10. The Bible says we are are all worms and sinners who deserve eternal torment for simply offending his ego. Todd concludes you have to believe real hard to believe that nothing became something, that it blew up and everything. Doors open at 5:15pm. Todd demonstrates the immorality of his theology when he says that no person ever on the planet is innocent and is worthy of death at any moment. Who wouldve thought Albert Mohler and the Gaystapo would be on the same side of an issue? Homosexuals are another odd compatriot of the Calvinist Social Justice boys. Dan addresses one such contradiction, regarding Creation (the very thing Todd accepts as literally true). He has written for Christian Chronicle, Christian Worldview Network, has Debated Dan Barker (Pres. Since then, Todd has combined his pastoral training and media skills to host Wretched Radio and TV. The gospels contain many evident fictions. What exactly is the missing information that decodes the enigma of immaculate conception? The servant said if Naaman wanted to see Elisha, he must go into the Jordan River, walk in up and down its waters seven times. Christianity is the driving force for many evils throughout history, such as the Crusades, witch hunts (which still occur today), persecution of Native Americans, condemning millions to die every year of AIDS, and much more. Led by the homosexual with perhaps the most credibility in evangelical circles, Jonathan Merritt, this flamboyant gaggle of fabulous gays are marching for Social Justice Pride. The common definition of an omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent God cannot logically exist. And yet, they are. Todd has one wife, three children and a dog. However, the bishop in Phoenix, Thomas J. Olmsted, did not agree; in fact, he stated he would have let the mother die. Todd asks Hitchens if he had ever heard of Charles Spurgeon? No. Todd Friel studied to be a pastor for four years but neglected to actually get saved. His height is 1.93 m tall, and weight is 77 kg. Obama gave a speech in Cairo, stating that Islam has "always been a part of American history", Friel stated that Pres. Take Alpine two miles North just past Culvers/Gordon Foods and turn right onto Lamoreaux Dr. If I was a betting man I'd go all in to say this guys motives are to gain YouTube fame, maybe sell a few books and make a bunch of money rather than to actually evangelize. There are many examples of late term abortions saving the mother;[3] even though it may not be common, it does not overrule the fact that it does happen and women should have the right to protect themselves. Tony Evans Radio ( One of my favorite pastors ) 8. Theyre here and theyre queer and they really, really hate John MacArthur. It has a lot to do with it. Todd Still is the dean and the William M. Hinson Chair of Christian Scriptures of Baylor University's Truett Theological Seminary. Dan pointed out that the main difference between them was that Dan believes in one less God than those certain people, but we are all atheists to a degree (even the first Christians were called atheists). Thanks to the leadership of leftists and progressives from the academy known as the Evangelical Intelligentsia Critical Race Theory and Cultural Marxism have merged so uniformly that most of the movements leaders (Albert Mohler, Mark Dever, Ligon Duncan, et al) seem completely unaware theyre caught up in a political blitzkrieg rather than a theological revival. How many people in this room believe in the existence of Yahweh? Both Sessions are open to the public, free, and require NO registration. ago. Todd addresses the human eye as having million of lightsensitive cells, which could certainly not be the result of evolution. Todd did not name those eight prophecies, but statistical science is hardly a valid argument. There are many different denominations of Christians, and they believe they have the correct interpretation of the bible while the others are wrong. Was it the retina or the cornea? Todd begins by sharing that earlier Eddie made a joke that he flew to the debate by flapping his arms. Seriously? Todd has three children, one wife and a dog. RationalWiki will provide a side-by-side format, with Dan's Opening along with Todd's response in the left column while a refutation to Todd's arguments provided in the right column. Todd repeats the question Does it seem he is describing you in this quote from Romans 1? When Hitchens answers no again, Todd asks his You are not suppressing the obvious truth that there is a creator because you sir would prefer to live your life autonomously? Hitchens answers no. They still continue to air on The Full Armor of God Broadcast.[11]. Did they offend God? The punishment should fit the crime. [4] Christopher Hitchens was a popular atheist and author. In 2023, our conventions will take place in Round Rock, TX and Pigeon Forge, TN. Of course, Todd does not provide any resources for this, but his claim is easily refuted. On Feb. 14, Ben Frisch, in his 34th year teaching at Friends Seminary, a private school in downtown Manhattan was seeking to demonstrate an obtuse angle in an 11th grade math class.Straightening . How tragic that millions of people think they . Instead, they bash at Christianity over other religions, but they cannot disprove God. Terms of Service apply. Todd Friel is an author, popular conference speaker, and the host of Wretched TV and Wretched . This opening was barely a debate and more like open preaching a very bad start. Absolutely. He later announced that Sister McBride was excommunicated, although she still works at the hospital, just in a different position. On June 6, 2006, the United States Secret Service seized 8,300 copies of the "million dollar bill" tract printed by Living Waters Publications from the Great News Network headquarters because a woman in North Carolina attempted to deposit the tracts as legal tender (despite the fake bills being marked "This is not legal tender"). If the progressive-left, the race-baiters and bigots, the LGBT and Jim Wallis are all for social justice, they mean that term very, very differently from the majority of the New Calvinists. Throughout the talk, Friel tried to convince Hitchens that God was real. If one considers the statistical evidence of going to the moon, the odds would seem near impossible. And yet, Finneys name keeps getting brought up repeatedly in an effort to convince evangelicals that the latest Social Justice fad isnt really a fad. Friel says So, what must one do to be saved? In it, they write: Invoking the name of someone who is blamed by Calvinists for all of evangelicalisms problems may not be the best way to convince John MacArthur fans that hes not on the right track.