The Garrison Podcast

Ep. 25 - Why Christianity is the best explanation for reality

Christianity is true because it is the best explanation for the way things are, the way things were, and the way things will be. But how does it compare with other worldviews - or in particular, with atheism? That's what we discuss in this episode of The Garrison...
 
- This episode is based off the course "Atheism: Bumping into Reality" by Greg Koukl from Stand to Reason University

Ep.24 - Are the Gospels Historically Reliable?

When it comes to the question "Are the Gospels Historically Reliable?", there are 3 questions that we need to answer; 1. Can we trust the witnesses? 2. Have their testimonies changed over time? 3. Is there corroborating evidence for the gospels? Those are the questions we get into on this episode of The Garrison...
 
- This episode is based off the course "Are the Gospels reliable History" by Jonathan Noyes from Stand to Reason University

Ep. 23 - How Should We Talk About Abortion? With UC Pro-life President - Melanie Aitken

I had the privilege of sitting down with the president of the University of Canterbury Pro-life Club - Melanie Aitken. In this episode, we discuss the barriers people have to the pro-life message, how to talk about the issue with people, and practical ways we can support women!

Ep. 22 - Are Science and Faith Compatible?

In this episode, I take a look at the common belief that science and faith aren't compatible. I define true, biblical faith, what the purpose of science is and how these two things can go hand in hand. I look at the origin of science, who founded it, and how science is often limited by philosophical views. Enjoy!
 
- This episode is based on the course "Are Science and Faith Compatible" by Tim Barnett from Stand to Reason University

Ep. 21 - Should you be concerned about what NZ children are learning at school? With Bob McCoskrie

In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Bob McCoskrie, the founder of Family First, on the topic of NZ public school education. In specific, we discuss how certain ideologies are being taught to our young kids, and the effect this is having on them. 
For more resources on the topic as mentioned by Bob on the episode, check out these links! 
https://familyfirst.org.nz/
sexeducation.nz
parentguide.nz
 
 

Ep. 20 - My list of Questions for Non-Christians

This episode is a little different to the norm. Instead of answering questions that people have about Christianity, or discussing a topic, I prepared a whole list of questions for Non-Christians to consider. I want to see how these can be answered from a Non-Christian perspective, and welcome anyone to try and provide answers!

Ep. 19 - How to be an Effective Ambassador for Christ

In this episode, I look at 3 things that we need, to be an effective ambassador for Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:20 calls us 'Ambassadors', so we want to make sure we are being effective in this task that Jesus has given us!
 
- This episode is based on the course "Ambassadors for Christ" by Greg Koukl from Stand to Reason University

Ep. 18 - Can Science prove everything?

In this episode, I analyse the statement "In order to know if something is true, it must be proven scientifically”. I also look at deductive vs. inductive reasoning, and at different ways we can find out what is true and false! 

Ep. 17 - Where did Equality come from?

In this episode, I explore how Jesus has impacted today's culture by changing the culture of his day. Specifically, we look at how equality has been bought to race, economic status and gender through the words of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. 

Ep. 16 - What does the Bible say about Dinosaurs? With Mike Collins

On this week's episode of the Garrison, I interview the Christchurch speaker for Creation Ministries International, Mike Collins, on dinosaurs. Specifically, do dinosaurs contradict Christianity? Has there been blood found in dinosaur fossils and what are the implications if so? What about mass graveyards of fossils, do they agree or disagree with the Bible?