Apologetic Fun in 10
By Alexandra Davis
Through this podcast, Alex Davis will defend the Christian faith, by bringing false beliefs to light, and combatting them with scripture. She is currently pursuing her MA in Christian Apologetics at Oklahoma Baptist University.
"But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect," 1 Peter 3:15
Apologetic Fun in 10Feb 21, 2022
Episode 1: The Promise of Peace
Is God a God of shame? (Episode 9, Season 2)
Are emotions sinful? (Season 2, Episode 8)
Does God believe work is good? (Season 2, Episode 7)
Can Christians be depressed? (Season 2, Episode 6)
Can Christian men and women be depressed? They could never! Right? They have all the hope in the world! The salvation of their souls. There's no possible way a good Christian could be... depressed. Listen in as host Alex Davis discusses this very topic in today's episode!
Alex's website.
Scripture from today's episode: Psalm 139:7, 10-11, Psalm 42:5-6, Philippians 3:12
Does our obedience earn God’s blessing? (Season 2, Episode 5)
If we are obedient to God's call our lives and what Scripture says, can we earn God's blessing? What do we deserve as Christians? Do we deserve anything? Listen in to this episode today as host Alex Davis, discusses just that!
Check out Alex's website:
FUN!
Resources used/mentioned in the episode today:
Are feelings more important then God‘s word? (Episode 4, Season 2)
Scripture mentioned in today's episode: Jeremiah 17:9-10, Ezekiel 26:36, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 3:5-6
Alisa Childers blog: Alisa Childers
Alex's website: Alex Davis
Alex's email: allthings4christ@icloud.com
Is prayer a tool to force God to grant prosperity in the life of a Christian? (Season 2, Episode 3)
A resource used in conjunction with this episode: The Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster
email Alex: allthings4christ@icloud.com
Alex's website: www.alexandrajdavis.com/
The dangerous practices of manifestation and law of attraction (Season 2, Episode 2)
Isn’t it tempting to create your own reality? To know that you can make your life what you want it? When it comes to manifestation and law of attraction, this is what an individual is told to believe, can happen for them. Can and should Christians practice them? Join host Alex Davis for a solid discussion!
Check out this episode in season 1: Prosperity Gospel False Teachings
Shoot an email to Alex: allthings4christ@icloud.com
Check out Alex's website: https://www.alexandrajdavis.com
The False Practice of Meditation, without God (Season 2, Episode 1)
What is the practice of meditation? Is it good or bad for us, as Christians? Isn’t there Christian mediation? Join host Alex Davis as we learn and discern what Christian meditation is and isn’t!
Book mentioned: Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster
Scripture mentioned: Joshua 1:8, Pslam 1:2-3
Stay connected with Alex: https://www.alexandrajdavis.com/
False beliefs that have effected my life Episode #39
Is the Christian faith Inclusive or Exclusive? Episode #38
Alex's Website
Scripture Mentioned in the episode: Acts 10:42, Acts 17:30-31, 1 Timothy 2:5-6, 1 John 5:12
Book Mentioned in the episode: Another Gospel?
False Belief of Another Jesus? Episode #37
Apologetics Study Bible read from in today's passage.
Check out Alex's website!
False Belief that Right Choices will get you the Perfect Life Episode #36
It is a prevalent belief in our culture today, that right choices will get us the perfect life. This is not only largely present in our culture, but also in our churches. In today's episode, host Alex Davis discusses this point of view (legalism) in detail. Join us, so that we might defend the Christian faith together!
Check out Alex's website with her books, blog and more!
The Desiring God blog used in this episode.
The False teaching that Sin is ignorance episode #34
A recent teaching publicized by a mega church was the idea that "SIN IS IGNORANCE." In this episode, host Alex Davis discusses this point of view, and debunks the false belief with Scripture. Join her so that, we might go and defend the gospel!
Check out Alex's website here.
Why is the New Age Movement so popular? Episode #33
In this episode, Alex Davis talks about one of her most favored topics, The New Age Movement. But why are New Age practices so popular? What kind of practices are within this movement? She's recorded three episode on this topic (episodes 3-5), BUT today she digs into WHY humans are attracted to these false ideologies.
Stay connected with Alex through her website. Click here.
The False Belief that we need a Following to make a Kingdom Impact - Episode #32
Do we need a following to make an impact, in the Kingdom of God? It is greatly VAST in our culture today, that we need to be KNOWN before we can IMPACT the world, for the glory of God. This goes against the gospel message, completely. Join this episode today with host, Alex Davis as she dives into the truth of the Word, and defends the gospel.
Stay connected with Alex, and check out her resources on her website.
For further reading check out the passage mentioned today: John 3:22-36
Why do we need to be on guard in listening to false teachings? Episode # 31
Do you have a desire to defend the gospel of Christ? Good! As Christians, it's still important to suit up with the armor of God, knowing the scriptures. Why? Because our flesh will always desire to fall into sin, therein false teachings/doctrines that go against the gospel. Join host Alex Davis in this episode, as she discusses how we must be on guard in getting too close to the FIRE.
My Website with a bunch of resources!
False Belief of Speaking things into Existence - Episode #30
Where in Scripture does God command us to SPEAK or THINK into existence, our own reality? If you know where it does, shoot Alex an email with Biblical Evidence. But furthermore, in this episode, host Alex Davis discusses the false teaching of "speaking things into existence." We hope you enjoy!
Alex's website with her books, blog and poetry!
Allen Par on this topic
Mike Winger/Melissa Dougherty on this topic
The false belief of humans as “little gods” Episode #29
My website
Accounts of pastors proclaiming we are little gods: video
John Piper giving a great explanation on this perception
The book I'm reading: God Dwells Among Us
Commentary I quoted
False Belief that You are David Episode 28
Check out my website HERE
Watch a piece of the American Gospel Documentary: Matt Chandler
Goliath must fall: Louie Giglio
The False teaching of "Listen to Your Heart" Episode 27
Check out Alex's website.
Born Quirky
Born Running
Born to Create
John Piper's article, mentioned in the episode.
False Belief "I've been a Christian my whole life" Episode 26
False Belief of Love Yourself First Episode 25
The False Beliefs of the Purity Culture Week 3 - Episode 24
Born Quirky
Born Running
Born to Create
False Beliefs of Purity Culture Week 2 - Episode #23
Born Quirky
Born Running
Born to Create
False Beliefs of Purity Culture Week 1 Episode #22
What is Purity Culture? Purity Culture as defined by the Gospel Coalition is: "a term often used for the evangelical movement that attempts to promote a biblical view of purity by discouraging dating and promoting virginity before marriage. This is often done through the use of tools such as purity pledges, symbols such as purity rings." In this episode, host Alex Davis provides us a framework for what Purity Culture is, and a snippet of her experience. She sets us up for a three week series on the false beliefs in Purity Culture so that we might defend the Gospel of Christ.
The False Belief that We are born Innately Good Episode #21
Do you believe that humans are born innately good? Our culture sure thinks we are! Join host Alex Davis, as she discusses this perception in our culture, that might soon quickly begin creeping into our churches (if it hasn't already).
Instagram: www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
Email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
Born Quirky: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
Born Running: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Born to Create: https:https://books2read.com/b/bxeJ0D
Read:
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/simply-human - Desiring God
Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZpqY3xRmKQ - Tim Keller
False Belief of Living your Own Truth/Do You Episode #20
The idea that we can all live our "own truth," is one of the most damaging ideas in our culture, to date. In this podcast, host Alex Davis discusses what this thought is, and how we can defend this false teaching with the Gospel of Christ. We cannot sustain a fulfilled life by simply "doing you," or living individual truths, join us while we dive deep!
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Email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
Born Quirky: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
Born Running: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Born to Create: https:https://books2read.com/b/bxeJ0D
Read:
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/stop-saying-my-truth/ TGC
https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/does-god-direct-all-the-details-of-my-life John Piper
Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN5vj-Pz7dE&t=34s Melissa Dougherty/John Cooper
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFJrimQ5lrs Wretched Radio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0pnOzeR2-Y Allie Beth Stuckey
The False Beliefs of the "waiting" season Episode #19
It's easy to think that we are all in a designated waiting season between birth and well... marriage. But is that really the case? How can we then align our desires to God's desires and walk in this space with His eyes? Join Host Alex Davis, as she discusses the ideas of the "waiting" season, and aligning one's desires too God's.
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My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7ovLu1gfgk - JP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6xd-Db-EyU - JP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83HPAKX4uWA - Allen Par
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azp0nrLgnaE - John Piper/Jackie Hill Perry
The False Perception of woman as the Helper Episode #18
The False Belief of "The One" Episode #17
One of the most frustrating things to hear as a single person is, "Someday you will find THE ONE." You know what Susan? I don't think there is "THE ONE!" Truly scripture does not promise marriage, nor does it proclaim that there is "one" for us. Join Host Alex Davis, as she dives into this topic, and brings in the truth, to defend the Gospel.
Follow Alex:
instagram: www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Read:
Mingling of Souls: Matt Chandler
The Meaning of Marriage: Timothy Keller
Loveology: John Mark Comer
Swipe Right: Levi Lusko
Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRiHwlMJ7Ug&list=PLXdISpN0fLvgdSyfIyhBZuKrM7nHLTaJD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCPKoI8MpYg
False Perspective of God won't give YOU more than YOU can handle Episode #16
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My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Read:
www.desiringgod.org/interviews/will-god-ever-give-us-more-than-we-can-handle
False Teaching of a Facade of Freedom (Week 5) Episode #15
It's easy to do this life with a "facade," of I have it all together! We can easily pretend that we have all the health, wealth, prosperity, community and more. This is a facade that we can see in our christian and non-christian communities today. It is damaging, and not lasting. This is not freedom, this is a fake freedom. Join host Alex Davis as she discusses with us what this looks like in today's culture, and how we can defend the faith!
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My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sLFgC4cRuI (Francis Chan)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLRue4nwJaA (John Piper)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-plFed6FQb4 (John Piper)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yusWbIc8DhY (Tim Keller)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s02obSPJG28 (Matt Chandler)
False Freedom of Food & Drink (Week 4) Episode #14
Drinking and eating can quickly become a stumbling block in our walks with Christ. Due to the culture that the world portrays of each, it is easy to fall into the rut of finding a "false freedom," in both areas. What does this false freedom look like in the world? How can we choose Christ over dependance of drinking and food? Join host Alex Davis as she brings us the truth of scripture, that we might defend the Gospel!
Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTNI-rGNu0A (Allen Parr)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRpA4njHF64 (Mike Winger)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMKbTOgp69o (John Piper)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1Fwc81d_-M (John Piper)
Read:
https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/americas-most-tolerated-sin
https://youversion.medium.com/how-the-bible-helped-me-overcome-my-food-addiction-2e07d24fb08a
False Verbal Freedom (Week 3) Episode #13
There is a false idea in our culture today, that we can say what we mean and mean what we say. Join Alex Davis, as she puts this idea to rest. Freedom is not in the tongue, our tongues are drawn to slavery in the flesh. Freedom is in Christ and the truth of His word. Grab a cup of coffee and listen in for a quick listen.
My instagram: www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alm2C9_xrLg (Mike Winger)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKY5vRFu5j0 (John Piper)
False Sexual Freedom (Week 2) Episode #12
What is sexual freedom? In this Episode, host Alex Davis discusses what sexual freedom looks like in our world, today. But also, the damaging effects of living falsely "free" in this area of our lives. The Gospel proclaims that in Christ we are free. There is freedom in living Christ-like and treating our bodies as temples. Join Alex as she gives us scripture and applicable advice to walk into this freedom.
My instagram: www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Watch:
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/why-you-give-in-to-sexual-sin (John Piper)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKdSLsGMcnA (Timothy Keller)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdR8o7BqDR8 (Allen Parr)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEsNQWofyKY (Mike Winger)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPJQ2QjvhLo (Ben Stuart)
False Freedoms of this World Overview (Week 1) Episode #11
In this episode, host Alex Davis shares an overview about false freedoms of this world. What are examples of false freedoms? How does this contradict the Gospel of Christ? With scripture to back up her claims, we are given the starting point for 3-4 more weeks following this episode covering this topic in depth.
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My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_3SRITyNFw
Read:
https://biblehub.com/galatians/5-17.htm
Signs of a False Teacher/teaching - Self Promotion Episode #10
In this episode, host Alex Davis covers the topic of "Self Promotion." This is a common occurence in false teachings/teachers. Self promotion can entail creating a "you/me" based Gospel message, demanding money or arrogantly putting oneself as more important than the Gospel of Christ. Join Alex, as she discusses further on this topic, and how we can understand the Gospel truth more fully!
My instagram: www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Read:
https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/what-is-the-difference-between-good-and-bad-self-promotion
https://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/signs-false-teacher/
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-to-spot-a-false-teacher/
False Belief of Rest Episode #9
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My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Listen/read:
www.desiringgod.org/interviews/im-an-anxious-person-how-do-i-rest-in-christ
www.samstorms.org/all-articles/post/rest-hebrews-41-11
A Different Gospel Episode # 8
My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Recommended reading:
You're Not Enough and That's Okay: Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love by Allie Beth Stuckey
Another Gospel: Alisa Childers
False Teaching of "Your Own Truth" Episode #7
Owning and living one's own truth has become greatly prevalent in society and in the church today. In this episode, host Alex Davis discusses what "living your own truth," is and sounds like. So that we can instead, live by the unwavering truth of Christ and defend the Gospel.
My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: https://books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Recommended reading:
You're Not Enough and That's Okay: Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love by Allie Beth Stuckey
https://liesyoungwomenbelieve.com/5-reasons-ditch-truth/
False Teachings of a Works Based Faith Episode #6
In this episode, host Alex Davis discusses a works-based faith. She also touches on the destructive ideology of the "I am enough," culture. By bringing these false teachings into light, she combats lies with scripture, so that we might defend the faith.
My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: https://books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
Recommended reading:
You're Not Enough and That's Okay: Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love by Allie Beth Stuckey
Recommended Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tgc-podcast/id270128470
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098
Recommended YouTube Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZu0DXcDypE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7qqk9c9iD0
False Teachings in the New Age Movement Episode #5 Part 3
New Age Movement Part 2 Episode 4
The New Age Movement False Teachings Episode 3 (Part 1)
Prosperity Gospel False Teachings Episode #2
Field Guide on False Teachings: www.amazon.com/Field-Guide-False-Teaching/dp/1642892688
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My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167
January 1, 2021
Why Apologetics? Episode #1
Those who have the Holy Spirit, cannot be possessed by demonic forces (1 John 4:4, Ephesians 2:2, Colossians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 6:15).
Field Guide on False Teachings: www.amazon.com/Field-Guide-False-Teaching/dp/1642892688
My instagram: www.instagram.com/alexandra_j_davis_/
My email: bornquirkygirl@gmail.com
My Book: store.bookbaby.com/book/born-quirky3
My Free Devotional: books.apple.com/us/book/born-running/id1524985167