The John Ankerberg Show Podcast

The Joy of the Christian Life: Do you ever wonder what happened to the joy of the Christian life? Maybe you are frustrated. You have tried it the best that you know how and feel like a failure. Or maybe you are so busy living the Christian life there is no joy in it. What’s missing? Joy. In this program, Dr. Barber shares what the Bible teaches about this essential element of our spiritual journey.

Saved for Sure: Overcoming Doubt: How do you overcome those doubts–to be brought to the point where you say, “Yes, I know it’s okay.  I’m going to Heaven. 

What If the Worst Thing That Happened to You Isn’t the End?: Joseph’s life changed in a single day. Betrayed by his own  brothers and sold into slavery, everything he knew was gone. Yet what looked like the end was only the beginning of God’s greater purpose. Discover why God is still at work even when life falls apart. Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/LU26

Having a Blast With Jesu: The grace journey is intended as one of joy, not dread. Yet many Christians crawl along defeated, wondering why they struggle in life. This week, you’ll find that the joy we desire comes from understanding the grace God has already provided for us as believers in Jesus. As we apply these teachings, we’ll discover that our walk with the Lord is truly a grace journey. 

Held in God’s Hands: The Doctrine of Eternal Security.  Do We need to be saved again and again?

What evidence for Jesus’ resurrection is accepted even by skeptics? Learn more: http://www.atriresearchresources.org/product/FT26-SC

Addicted to Sin: In this program, Dr. Wayne Barber shares that every Christian continues to face temptation, yet also lives with Christ’s power to face and overcome sin. By relying on “Christ in us,” we find the strength to make choices we could never accomplish in our own power. You’ll discover the way He continues to empower you to live for Him each moment of each day.

What Does the Bible Teach About Being Born Again?: In our society when so many people say, “You know, he was born again,” what really does the Bible teach about being a “born again” Christian?

If Jesus never actually said, “I am God,” why was He accused of blasphemy? Learn more: http://www.atriresearchresources.org/product/FT26-SC

The Impossible Christian Life: Dr. Ankerberg and Dr. Barber discuss the factors that make the Christian life seem impossible, along with what the Bible really teaches about living for God each day. You’ll discover that God has a plan that is perfect for your life because it is Christ living in you. As we realize that our lives are about “letting Jesus be Jesus in us,” we find that the challenge is not meeting a list of rules, but walking step by step in the power of Christ.

What is Justification?: Understanding the importance of the doctrine of salvation. If the righteousness of Christ,  is applied to me legally the moment I put my faith in Him, does that mean that I can accept Christ and then live like the devil?”

Is it true that there is no absolute truth? Learn more: http://www.atriresearchresources.org/product/FT26-SC

The Promise of the Mission: Your Source of Strength: The promise Christ ends with in the Great Commission—to be with us. We’ll see He is the source of our strength in making disciples, providing the power we need to begin, move forward, and see lives changed as we influence others in their spiritual growth. Learn more

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala discuss Paul’s method of discipling others and some practical ways you can start doing this as well. Learn more

In this series opener, Dr. John Ankerberg welcomes bestselling author and Christian apologist Dr. Frank Turek to discuss the foundational questions explored in I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist. Together they address four critical issues that shape every worldview: Does truth exist? Does God exist? Are miracles possible? And is there historical evidence that Jesus Christ rose from the dead? Drawing from philosophy, science, history, and personal experience, Dr. Turek explains why these questions are essential to understanding life's meaning, purpose, morality, and destiny. Whether you are a skeptic, seeker, believer, or atheist, this program challenges you to examine the evidence and consider the claims of Christianity with an open mind. Learn more

The Method of the Mission: Knowing Is Doing: Three progressions of making disciples in Scripture: the first one looking at Paul the teacher; second, Timothy the student; and then third, the training of us. What does God call us to do and how do we observe all that He has commanded us to do? Learn more

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala discuss the job that God has given to every follower of Christ and how He has a special role for you to play in it. Learn more

If God exists, then what?: If God really exists, if He really created you, what implications does that have for your life? Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/product/lu25-sc/

Your Role in the Mission: Getting Started: We have seen the importance of making disciples and some of the differences between someone who calls themselves a Christian and a person who is a disciple or a learner. In this session, we’ll address some of the basic how-to questions concerning the Great Commission, including Here are the five questions: “To whom do we go?” “Where do we go?” “With what do we go?” “How do we go?” and then finally, “Why do we go?”

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala discuss the importance of joining a church and what your mindset should be when you gather with other believers. Learn more

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala examine the nature of the church by looking at four images the Bible uses to describe it. They also offer advice on how to find a good church and what to do if there are none around. Learn more

Is God more tolerant today than He used to be? Has He “matured” and become more loving than He was? Dr. Lutzer explains what the Old Testament says about God’s grace. Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/product/lu25-sc/

Before the Mission: When Life Falls Apart: What is the Great Commission is and what God expects of Christians who seek to live it out. As we do, we’ll see that the Great Commission is a high and holy calling worthy of our time, attention, and devotion. Learn more

Be Holy: How does God motivate Christians to greater holiness? Why is daily repentance so important? How can we totally surrender our lives to God? Learn more

In this segment, Sunder and Shyamala discuss how God delights in the prayers of His people and how we can come to Him just as we are because of Jesus. Learn more

God’s gravediggers: Why would some philosophers declare proudly, “God is dead”? Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/product/lu25-sc/

Feeling Saved: Many believers just don’t feel saved. They feel guilt and don’t feel secure in Christ. What promises has God given us that can help us overcome these feelings? Learn more

An interview with Dr. N. T. Wright concerning the Historical Jesus - Part 4 Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/product/the-historical-evidence-for-the-resurrection-even-the-skeptics-believe/

Abraham’s life illustrates for us what God will do in the life of someone who trusts him – despite the outward circumstances of his life. Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/product/where-do-we-go-from-here/

An interview with Dr. N. T. Wright concerning the Historical Jesus - Part 2 Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/product/the-historical-evidence-for-the-resurrection-even-the-skeptics-believe/

Are there different types of doubt, or do all doubtful thoughts and feeling come from the same source? What steps does God give us in the Bible to help us deal with emotional types of doubts? Dr. Ankerberg’s guest, Dr. Gary Habermas answers these and many other questions about doubts in a Christian’s life.Learn more

Are there different types of doubt, or do all doubtful thoughts and feelings come from the same source? What steps does God give us in the Bible to help us deal with emotional types of doubts? Dr. Ankerberg’s guest, Dr. Gary Habermas answers these and many other questions about doubts in a Christian’s life.Learn more

Are there different types of doubt, or do all doubtful thoughts and feeling come from the same source? What steps does God give us in the Bible to help us deal with emotional types of doubts? Dr. Ankerberg’s guest, Dr. Gary Habermas answers these and many other questions about doubts in a Christian’s life.Learn more

In this captivating four-program series, Lee Strobel delves into questions that have long been debated. Was Jesus really born in Bethlehem? Was He truly born of a virgin? And what about the innkeeper, the stable, and the manger? How much of the beloved Christmas story was inspired by Greek and Roman mythology? Moreover, can we confidently trust the accuracy of the Gospels in presenting us with the true account of Jesus?

In this captivating four-program series, Lee Strobel delves into questions that have long been debated. Was Jesus really born in Bethlehem? Was He truly born of a virgin? And what about the innkeeper, the stable, and the manger? How much of the beloved Christmas story was inspired by Greek and Roman mythology? Moreover, can we confidently trust the accuracy of the Gospels in presenting us with the true account of Jesus?

In this captivating four-program series, Lee Strobel delves into questions that have long been debated. Was Jesus really born in Bethlehem? Was He truly born of a virgin? And what about the innkeeper, the stable, and the manger? How much of the beloved Christmas story was inspired by Greek and Roman mythology? Moreover, can we confidently trust the accuracy of the Gospels in presenting us with the true account of Jesus?

"One of the greatest revivals in history is taking place today—in some of the hardest places to present the gospel. Across the Middle East and other places where sharing Jesus is restricted, God is revealing Himself to people in unique and powerful ways, including dreams and visions. Join Dr. Ankerberg as he discusses this topic with Tom and JoAnn Doyle, missionaries and leaders of Uncharted Ministries. They have documented numerous accounts of Muslims who have experienced dreams or visions of Jesus appearing to them and have later become Christians. You’ll hear riveting accounts of revival taking place in Syria, Iran, the Sudan, refugee camps across various nations, as well as new accounts of their work with people fleeing North Korea. Many of these accounts have never been heard in America. You’ll be amazed at these life-changing testimonies as you join us for our four-program series “Jesus at Work Among the Unreached.”"

How do we know what the first Christians believed? Why are secular historians now increasingly convinced the Gospel accounts are based on eyewitness testimonies? Join Dr. Ankerberg as he interviews Dr. Gary Habermas, considered the world’s foremost authority on the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus, for the groundbreaking evidence upending academic studies today. Current research reveals many of the statements found in the apostle Paul’s writings are based on creeds that existed before his writings, including the time prior to his conversion to Christianity. This points to written evidence for the resurrection within only two years after the resurrection. This was not legend, but rather eyewitness tradition passed on from Jesus and His earliest followers. The information in these two fascinating programs is vital for anyone seeking evidence to support the accuracy of the gospel message.