How Not to Read the Gospels by Dr. Timothy McGrew Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-10-23 | F2020M7PO(Fall 2020, Meeting 7, Presentation Only)From: "How Not to Read the Gospels" by Dr. Timothy McGrewThis video recording was from our 7th Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on October 22nd, 2020. Dr. Timothy McGrew examined the assumptions and erroneous inferences that Bart Ehrman made in the book "Jesus, Interrupted." He showed that using inductive reasoning and always referring back to the source material in context can prevent misinterpretations of the Bible and the Gospels. About Dr. Timothy McGrew:Timothy McGrew is a Professor of Philosophy at Western Michigan University, where he has taught for the past 25 years. His research interests include formal epistemology, the history and philosophy of science, and the history and philosophy of religion. When he is not doing philosophy, he enjoys playing chess online, coaching at his local chess club, running trails, and making high-quality paper airplanes. He lives in SW Michigan with his wife, Lydia McGrew, and their daughters.
Church History: from the Acts of the Apostles to Constantine Ratio Christi Rutgers 2022-03-31 | This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 21, 2022. The presentation was a broad overview of church history from the time of the Acts of the Apostles until Constantine's reign.About Vas:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit his website at rewildchurch.com.
Original Sin and Ancestral Sin Compared by Dr. James DeFrancisco Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-12-14 | F21M13PO(Fall 2021, Meeting 13, Presentation Only)From: "Original Sin and Ancestral Sin Compared" by Dr. James DeFranciscoThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi Rutgers meeting that occurred on December 2nd, 2021. The presentation was an overview of various doctrinal viewpoints on the first sin of humanity and the state of humanity after the fall.About Dr. DeFrancisco:Dr. James J. DeFrancisco has attended numerous schools and universities, and has a long list of degrees, including an M.B.A., D.Min., and Ph.D.He is currently an instructor at St. Anthony's Cathedral House of Liturgical Studies. He teaches courses on all aspects of the Bible, Christian counseling, and various other subjects. He also has taught courses on the Israelite prophets, Syriac language, and Syriac patristics at St. Elias Seminary and Graduate School.In addition, Dr. DeFrancisco is an advanced board certified life and leadership coach, counselor, teacher, and President of Miltha Ministries in Mishawaka, Indiana.Dr. DeFrancisco's:Biography - stanthonysliturgicalhouse.org/defranciscoAcademic Papers and Articles - https://stanthonyshs.academia.edu/JamesDeFranciscoYouTube Channel (Bible Perspectives) - youtube.com/channel/UC7XYEvEWixd_VYvzN_zclkQFacebook Page - facebook.com/JDeFranciscoPHDImage in thumbnail:Caption: Esquisse pour l'église de Saint-Leu-Saint-Gilles: Le péché originel. Date de création: vers 1869. Numéro d’object: PPP04508.Artist: Jean-Louis Bezard, peintre (1799–1881)Artwork medium: Peinture à l'huile, papierCredit: Petit Palais
Three Views On Hell by Vas Avramidis Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-12-02 | F21M12PO(Fall 2021, Meeting 12, Presentation Only)From: "Three Views On Hell" by Vas AvramidisThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi Rutgers meeting that occurred on November 18th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of three different views on hell.About Vas:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit his website at rewildchurch.com.
Is New Atheism Really New? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-11-20 | F21M9POc(Fall 2021, Meeting 9, Presentation Only condensed)From: "Is 'New Atheism' Really New?" by Patrick PrillThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on October 28th, 2021. The presentation was a comparison of the claims of new and old atheism and an overview of the issues that both versions of atheism have yet to confront.About Patrick Prill:Patrick earned a MA in Theology and a MA in Church History from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He also earned a BBA in Economics from the University of Memphis. He's been active in advancing the case for Christian theism and has partnered with college ministries for years. Among them are CRU, InterVarsity, Rutgers United, Chi Alpha, Young Life and Ratio Christi. Since retiring, he has increased his involvement in teaching, writing and helping campus ministries. You can check out his book, Things Atheists Say – That Simply Make No Sense on Amazon and on his website.Before retiring, Patrick was Managing Director, Partner, Chief Information Officer, COO and Executive Committee member of some of the world's premier investment firms. He was also President and Board Member of a leading hedge fund and private equity fund administrator.For more info about him, please visit his website: thingsatheistssay.com0:00 - Intro: Old vs New Atheism5:08 - Claim #1: "God isn't needed as an explanation"14:55 - Claim #2: "Science is the modern way of knowing"18:16 - Claim #3: "Religion is outdated"25:02 - Claim #4: "God isn't needed for morality"28:16 - Claim #5: "Belief without evidence is wrong"37:14 - Claim #6: "Pain & suffering disprove God"42:25 - Claim #7: "Historic proofs for God fail"47:51 - What IS new about "New Atheism"50:47 - "New Atheism" New Claim #1: "Science has disproven God"57:48 - "New Atheism" New Claim #2: "Mysticism is rational"1:01:15 - Conclusions
The Tri-Fold Fall and Redemption of Mankind Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-26 | F21M8PO(Fall 2021, Meeting 8, Presentation Only)From: "Gods, Giants, Mountains, Enoch, and the Arc of History (aka, The Tri-fold Fall and Redemption of Mankind)" by Ed Breuninger.This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on October 21st, 2021. The presentation was an exploration of several topics, such as giants, the Nephilim, angels, the Divine Council, and more. The presentation was based on the work of Dr. Michael S. Heiser.About Ed Breuninger:Ed attended Lehigh University and Columbia Biblical Seminary. He is also currently enrolled in a Master of Arts in Theological Studies program at Liberty University. Ed is a pastor and church-planter in several churches, most recently in The Association of Vineyard Churches. He also owns/operates Progress Technologies, which is an IT services company for small businesses.0:00 - The Divine Council11:17 - The Tri-Fold Fall and Redemption of Mankind12:37 - I. Garden of Eden19:20 - II. The Flood28:50 - Noahic Redemption34:17 - III. The Tower of Babbel38:24 - Conclusion
Introduction to Latin Esdras Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-19 | F21M7PO(Fall 2021, Meeting 7, Presentation Only)From: "Introduction to Latin Esdras" by Eric MaoThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on October 14th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of the unique pseudepigraphical and apocalyptic book of Latin Esdras (a.k.a: 4+5+6 Ezra, 2 Esdras, 3 Esdras, the Prophecy of Ezra, the Apocalypse of Ezra, The Prophet Ezra, The Apocalyptic Esdras).About Eric:Eric is a 2020 graduate of Rutgers University and serves as a Marketing Intern for Ratio Christi Rutgers.Slides + References: issuu.com/ericmaousa/docs/latin_esdras_abridged_
That They All May Be One (John 17:21) Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-19 | F21M5C5(Fall 2021, Meeting 5, Clip 5)From: "Core Christianity: Exploring the Essential Doctrines of the Christian Faith" by Vas AvramidisThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 30th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of the minimal doctrine necessary to be a Christian, and how we should seek unity as the Body of Christ.About Vas:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit his website at: www.rewildchurch.com/about
What the Council of Constantinople Said Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-19 | F21M5C4(Fall 2021, Meeting 5, Clip 4)From: "Core Christianity: Exploring the Essential Doctrines of the Christian Faith" by Vas AvramidisThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 30th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of the minimal doctrine necessary to be a Christian, and how we should seek unity as the Body of Christ.About Vas:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit his website at: www.rewildchurch.com/about
What the Council of Nicaea Did Not Say Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-19 | F21M5C3(Fall 2021, Meeting 5, Clip 3)From: "Core Christianity: Exploring the Essential Doctrines of the Christian Faith" by Vas AvramidisThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 30th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of the minimal doctrine necessary to be a Christian, and how we should seek unity as the Body of Christ.About Vas:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit his website at: www.rewildchurch.com/about
Primary v. Secondary Doctrine Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-19 | F21M5C2(Fall 2021, Meeting 5, Clip 2)From: "Core Christianity: Exploring the Essential Doctrines of the Christian Faith" by Vas AvramidisThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 30th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of the minimal doctrine necessary to be a Christian, and how we should seek unity as the Body of Christ.About Vas:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit his website at: www.rewildchurch.com/about
How Do We Have So Many Denominations? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-19 | F21M5C1(Fall 2021, Meeting 5, Clip 1)From: "Core Christianity: Exploring the Essential Doctrines of the Christian Faith" by Vas AvramidisThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 30th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of the minimal doctrine necessary to be a Christian, and how we should seek unity as the Body of Christ.About Vas:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit his website at: www.rewildchurch.com/about
Divine Love Theory by Adam Lloyd Johnson Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-18 | F21M6PO(Fall 2021, Meeting 6, Presentation Only)From: "Divine Love Theory" by Adam Lloyd JohnsonThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on October 7th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of Adam Lloyd Johnson's Divine Love Theory, which is his view that the foundation of morality is not human nature or divine commands but rather the loving relationships between the members of the Trinity.About Adam Lloyd Johnson:Adam Lloyd Johnson is a campus missionary with Ratio Christi, professor at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and teacher at Rhineland Theological Seminary in Wölmersen, Germany, for one month each year. In the past, Adam worked in actuarial science for ten years and served as a Southern Baptist pastor for eight years.Adam graduated from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2020 with a PhD in Theological Studies (emphasis in Philosophy of Religion). His writing has been published in many journals, and he has spoken at many churches and conferences. He is editor and co-author of the book A Debate on God and Morality: What is the Best Account of Objective Moral Values and Duties?, published by Routledge and co-authored with William Lane Craig, J. P. Moreland, Erik Wielenberg, and others. For more information about him and his work, please visit his ministry’s website, CovincingProof.org.00:00 - Main Presentation34:01 - Book - A Debate on God and Morality35:15 - Bonus: How Can We Resemble The Divine Love?41:29 - Bonus: What Is Love?45:05 - Bonus: How Should We Interpret God's Commands?
Ancient Textual Criticism of the New Testament Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-09 | F21M3C4(Fall 2021, Meeting 3, Clip 4)From: "Is the New Testament a Telephone Game?"This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 16th, 2021. The presentation was about how we can trust the reliability of the New Testament.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
What about Variants in the New Testament? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-09 | F21M3C5(Fall 2021, Meeting 3, Clip 5)From: "Is the New Testament a Telephone Game?"This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 16th, 2021. The presentation was about how we can trust the reliability of the New Testament.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
The Telephone Game V.S. New Testament Transmission Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-09 | F21M3C6(Fall 2021, Meeting 3, Clip 6)From: "Is the New Testament a Telephone Game?"This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 16th, 2021. The presentation was about how we can trust the reliability of the New Testament.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
An Illustration of the New Testament Going Viral Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-09 | F21M3C3(Fall 2021, Meeting 3, Clip 3)From: "Is the New Testament a Telephone Game?"This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 16th, 2021. The presentation was about how we can trust the reliability of the New Testament.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
What if the New Testament Was Changed Early On? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-09 | F21M3C7(Fall 2021, Meeting 3, Clip 7)From: "Is the New Testament a Telephone Game?"This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 16th, 2021. The presentation was about how we can trust the reliability of the New Testament.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
Comparing the New Testament with Other Ancient Writings Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-09 | F21M3C1(Fall 2021, Meeting 3, Clip 2)From: "Is the New Testament a Telephone Game?"This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 16th, 2021. The presentation was about how we can trust the reliability of the New Testament.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
A Star Wars Analogy for Textual Criticism Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-10-09 | F21M3C1(Fall 2021, Meeting 3, Clip 1)From: "Is the New Testament a Telephone Game?"This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 16th, 2021. The presentation was about how we can trust the reliability of the New Testament.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
What are Earth Blobs? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-08-12 | RR13(Ratio Recap Video #13)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter. They do not represent the views of Ratio Christi Rutgers as an organization.This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
Evidence for a Young Earth from DNA Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-08-12 | RR12(Ratio Recap Video #12)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter. They do not represent the views of Ratio Christi Rutgers as an organization.This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
Rapid Formation: Are Millions of Years Required for Coal, Oil, & Gems to Form? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-08-12 | RR11(Ratio Recap Video #11)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter. They do not represent the views of Ratio Christi Rutgers as an organization.This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
Radiometric Dating Anomalies Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-08-12 | RR10(Ratio Recap Video #10)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter. They do not represent the views of Ratio Christi Rutgers as an organization.This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
Evidence for a Young Earth from Rapid Sedimentation Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-08-10 | RR9(Ratio Recap Video #9)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter. They do not represent the views of Ratio Christi Rutgers as an organization.This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
Evidence for a Young Earth from T-Rex Blood? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-08-10 | RR8(Ratio Recap Video #8)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter. They do not represent the views of Ratio Christi Rutgers as an organization.This meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
Evidence for a Young Earth from Helium? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-08-09 | RR7(Ratio Recap Video #7)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
What Scriptural Evidence is there for Faith in Christ to be described as Credit? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-06-18 | RR6(Ratio Recap Video #6)From: "Faith & Epistemology" by Jordan KarauskyThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on January 28th, 2021. The topic was about what exactly faith is, and expounding upon the concept of faith (with additional exploration about faith's relationship to reason).About Jordan:Jordan is currently a master's student at Talbot School of Theology. His concentrations are philosophy of mind and epistemology, and his future research will target belief formation and how they are internally experiencedTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter. They do not represent the views of Ratio Christi Rutgers as an organization.
What is the Definition of Faith? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-06-18 | RR5(Ratio Recap Video #5)From: "Faith & Epistemology" by Jordan KarauskyThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on January 28th, 2021. The topic was about what exactly faith is, and expounding upon the concept of faith (with additional exploration about faith's relationship to reason).About Jordan:Jordan is currently a master's student at Talbot School of Theology. His concentrations are philosophy of mind and epistemology, and his future research will target belief formation and how they are internally experiencedTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter.
Does the Christian Assent Differently Compared to, i.e., a Scientist? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-06-18 | RR4(Ratio Recap Video #4)From: "Faith & Epistemology" by Jordan KarauskyThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on January 28th, 2021. The topic was about what exactly faith is, and expounding upon the concept of faith (with additional exploration about faith's relationship to reason).About Jordan:Jordan is currently a master's student at Talbot School of Theology. His concentrations are philosophy of mind and epistemology, and his future research will target belief formation and how they are internally experiencedTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgersNote: The views expressed in this video are those of the presenter.
What is the Ultimate Objective of Justice? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-06-16 | RR3(Ratio Recap Video #3)From: "The Argument for God from Justice" by Patrick PrillThis recap video was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 4th, 2021. The presentation was about worldviews, morality, and justice.About Patrick Prill:Patrick earned a MA in Theology and a MA in Church History from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He also earned a BBA in Economics from the University of Memphis. He's been active in advancing the case for Christian theism and has partnered with college ministries for years. Among them are CRU, InterVarsity, Rutgers United, Chi Alpha, Young Life and Ratio Christi. Since retiring, he has increased his involvement in teaching, writing and helping campus ministries.Before retiring, Patrick was Managing Director, Partner, Chief Information Officer, COO and Executive Committee member of some of the world's premier investment firms. He was also President and Board Member of a leading hedge fund and private equity fund administrator.For more info about him, please visit his website: thingsatheistssay.com#God #worldviews #morality #justice #love
What is the Christian Perspective on Purpose in this World? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-06-15 | RR2(Ratio Recap Video #2)From: "The Argument for God from Justice" by Patrick PrillThis recap video was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 4th, 2021. The presentation was about worldviews, morality, and justice.About Patrick Prill:Patrick earned a MA in Theology and a MA in Church History from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He also earned a BBA in Economics from the University of Memphis. He's been active in advancing the case for Christian theism and has partnered with college ministries for years. Among them are CRU, InterVarsity, Rutgers United, Chi Alpha, Young Life and Ratio Christi. Since retiring, he has increased his involvement in teaching, writing and helping campus ministries.Before retiring, Patrick was Managing Director, Partner, Chief Information Officer, COO and Executive Committee member of some of the world's premier investment firms. He was also President and Board Member of a leading hedge fund and private equity fund administrator.For more info about him, please visit his website: thingsatheistssay.com#God #worldviews #morality #justice #love
On Who or What Does Our Value Depend On? Ft. Patrick Prill Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-06-12 | RR1(Ratio Recap Video #1)From: "The Argument for God from Justice" by Patrick PrillThis recap video was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 4th, 2021. The presentation was about worldviews, morality, and justice.About Patrick Prill:Patrick earned a MA in Theology and a MA in Church History from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He also earned a BBA in Economics from the University of Memphis. He's been active in advancing the case for Christian theism and has partnered with college ministries for years. Among them are CRU, InterVarsity, Rutgers United, Chi Alpha, Young Life and Ratio Christi. Since retiring, he has increased his involvement in teaching, writing and helping campus ministries.Before retiring, Patrick was Managing Director, Partner, Chief Information Officer, COO and Executive Committee member of some of the world's premier investment firms. He was also President and Board Member of a leading hedge fund and private equity fund administrator.For more info about him, please visit his website: thingsatheistssay.com#God #worldviews #morality #justice #love
Religious Influences on the Founding of the United States by Ed Breuninger Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-05-26 | S21M12PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 12, Presentation Only)From: "Religious Influences on the Founding of the United States" by Ed BreuningerThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on April 15, 2021. The presentation was a review of the influential religious elements that played a role in the meta-history of the founding of the USA.About Ed Breuninger:Ed attended Lehigh University and Columbia Biblical Seminary. He is a pastor and church-planter in several churches, most recently in The Association of Vineyard Churches. He also owns/operates Progress Technologies, which is a computer/networking services company for small businesses.
What Does it Meme? Informal Logical Fallacies by Jane Pantig Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-05-07 | S21M13PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 13, Presentation Only)From: "'What Does it Meme?' Informal Logical Fallacies" by Jane PantigThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on April 22nd, 2021. The presentation was about learning basic informal logic to help us become better thinkers and avoid making logical fallacies.About Jane Pantig:Jane Pantig is going on her 10th year with Ratio Christi. She is the Area Director for California and Nevada and also a Chapter Director at several schools.Jane has lived in California for her entire life — from the SF Bay Area to Santa Cruz to Orange County and Los Angeles. She was saved while attending university and finds it amazing that God brought her back to the university to reach students who were, like her, lost. She loves working with university and college students because the college years are a pivotal time in life to figure out who one is and what one believes.Other fun facts about her: She loves cooking, baking, a good book, traveling, and a good laugh.
An Interview with Mary Jo Sharp about God and Beauty Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-04-21 | S21M11PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 11, Presentation Only)From: "The Argument for God from Beauty" by Mary Jo SharpThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on April 8th, 2021. The presentation was an interview with Mary Jo Sharp about how beauty points to God. She also discussed her experiences with how Christians should approach the subject of beauty. The interview was based on Chapter 9 of her book, Why I Still Believe.About Mary Jo Sharp:Mary Jo is an assistant professor of apologetics at Houston Baptist University and the founder and director of Confident Christianity Apologetics Ministry. She recently released her book, Why I Still Believe. She has also been featured in Christianity Today’s cover story “The Unexpected Defenders”. As an international speaker on apologetics, she focuses on love and logic to uncover truth. She lives with her husband and family in Portland, Oregon. To learn more about her and her work, visit confidentchristianity.com.
I Dont Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist by Dr. Frank Turek Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-04-15 | S21M10PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 10, Presentation Only)From: "I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist" by Dr. Frank TurekThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on April 1st, 2021. The presentation was an overview of four core reasons for belief in Christianity. Dr. Turek focused mainly on the first 3 reasons: the cosmological, teleological, and moral arguments. He has many resources on his website and YouTube channel for the 4th reason, the historical reliability of the New Testament in recording what Jesus did and who He was.About Dr. Frank Turek:Dr. Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker and award-winning author or coauthor of four books: Stealing From God: Why Atheists Need God to make their Case; I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist; Correct, Not Politically Correct; and Legislating Morality. He is the president of CrossExamined.org, his non-profit ministry. He is also a former aviator in the US Navy, and he holds a master’s degree from the George Washington University and a doctorate from Southern Evangelical Seminary.
Faith and Mental Health by Jessica Thompson Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-04-05 | S21M9PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 9, Presentation Only)From: "Faith and Mental Health" by Jessica ThompsonThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on March 25th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of how Christians should approach the relationship between faith and mental health.About Jessica Thompson:Jessica is currently a 5th year Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology. She also has a M.A. from the same school and in the same field. She is a former president of Ratio Christi Rutgers, as well as an alumna of Rutgers University. Jessica is currently working at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, and will soon be joining the Livingston Center for Enrichment LLC.
Transhumanism by Dr. Julie Miller Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-04-02 | S21M8PO(Spring 2020, Meeting 8, Presentation Only)From: "Transhumanism" by Dr. Julie MillerThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on March 11th, 2021. The presentation was about evaluating the claims of the transhumanist movement and its aim of achieving "superhappiness."About Dr. Julie Miller:Dr. Julie Miller earned her Ph.D. from Faulkner University and her M.A. in Apologetics from Biola University.She has served with Ratio Christi since 2011, first at Rutgers University and now at Texas A&M University. She lives in College Station, Texas with her husband Buzz of 36 years and their dog Keeper. They have two married sons and two grandchildren. She is interested in how the philosophy of mind can assist in defending the truth of Christianity in our secular world.Her essay "Transhumanism and the Abolition of the Human Person" is in the Spring 2021 issue of An Unexpected Journal; she is in the beginning stages of publishing her dissertation with Public Philosophy Press. Her dissertation title: "Critiquing Transhumanism: How Its Failed Philosophy Exposes the Impossibility and Human Cost of Techno-utopia." Keep an eye out for when it is published!
Slavery in the Bible? by Steve DiSebastian Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-03-15 | S21M5+6PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 5+6, Presentation Only)From: "Slavery in the Old Testament" + "Slavery in the New Testament" by Steve DiSebastianThese recordings were from our Ratio Christi meetings that occurred on February 18th and February 25th, 2021. These presentations examined the Bible on the topic of slavery, and the insights are illuminating. We also discuss how the Bible was misused to justify slavery during the Civil War era, as well as how the Bible rightly strengthened abolitionists' arguments for the freedom of slaves.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his website: confidenceinChrist.net Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://Godfromthemachine.blog/
Evidence for a Young Earth by Keith Kendrex Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-03-14 | S21M4PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 4, Presentation Only)From: "Young Earth Creationism/Evidence for a Young Earth" by Keith KendrexThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 11th, 2021. The presentation was an overview of all the many pieces of evidence that the earth is young.About Keith Kendrex:Keith is the Chapter Director for Ratio Christi at Stockton and Rowan Universities. He got saved in college through apologetics and has been studying and teaching it ever since. He received his Masters in Apologetics from Biola in 2007.Be sure to check out his YouTube channel, "Evidence 4 Faith", here: youtube.com/channel/UCkcAOuhZom6Es8AAEbrLnKQ
The Argument for God from Justice by Patrick Prill Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-02-25 | S21M3PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 3, Presentation Only)From: "The Argument for God from Justice" by Patrick PrillThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on February 4th, 2021. His presentation was about worldviews, morality, and justice.About Patrick Prill:Patrick earned a MA in Theology and a MA in Church History from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He also earned a BBA in Economics from the University of Memphis. He's been active in advancing the case for Christian theism and has partnered with college ministries for years. Among them are CRU, InterVarsity, Rutgers United, Chi Alpha, Young Life and Ratio Christi. Since retiring, he has increased his involvement in teaching, writing and helping campus ministries.Before retiring, Patrick was Managing Director, Partner, Chief Information Officer, COO and Executive Committee member of some of the world's premier investment firms. He was also President and Board Member of a leading hedge fund and private equity fund administrator.For more info about him, please visit his website: thingsatheistssay.com0:00 - Introduction0:44 - Non-theistic Worldviews27:36 - Christian Theism Worldview33:36 - Worldviews Comparison35:52 - Morality45:15 - Justice1:12:40 - Justice & Love#worldviews #morality #justice #love
Faith & Epistemology by Jordan Karausky Ratio Christi Rutgers 2021-02-01 | S21M2PO(Spring 2021, Meeting 2, Presentation Only)From: "Faith & Epistemology" by Jordan KarauskyThis meeting recording was from our Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on January 28th, 2021. The topic was about what exactly faith is, and expounding upon the concept of faith (with additional exploration about faith's relationship to reason).About Jordan:Jordan is currently a master's student at Talbot School of Theology. His concentrations are philosophy of mind and epistemology, and his future research will target belief formation and how they are internally experiencedTo learn more about the Ratio Christi - Rutgers University chapter, visit: linktr.ee/rcrutgers
Fact-changing literary devices in the Gospels are just a fiction by Dr. Lydia McGrew Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-11-23 | F20M11PO(Fall 2020, Meeting 11, Presentation Only)From: "Fact-changing literary devices in the Gospels are just a fiction" by Dr. Lydia McGrewThis video recording was from our 11th Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on November 19, 2020. We had asked Dr. Lydia McGrew specifically to respond to some of Dr. Mike Licona's work in her presentation. She spoke about and refuted the idea that the Gospel authors changed some of the facts in their stories.About Dr. Lydia McGrew:Dr. Lydia McGrew is a widely published analytic philosopher, home schooling mother, author, and the wife of philosopher and apologist Timothy McGrew. She received her PhD in English from Vanderbilt University in 1995. She has published extensively in the theory of knowledge, specializing in formal epistemology and in its application to the evaluation of testimony and to the philosophy of religion. She defends the reliability of the Gospels and Acts in her books Hidden in Plain View: Undesigned Coincidences in the Gospels and Acts and The Mirror or the Mask: Liberating the Gospels From Literary Devices.Find out more about her at: lydiamcgrew.comThe Mirror or the Mask: amazon.com/Mirror-Mask-Liberating-Gospels-Literary/dp/1947929070/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=mirror+or+the+mask&qid=1600272214&sr=8-1 Hidden in Plain View:amazon.com/Hidden-Plain-View-Undesigned-Coincidences/dp/1936341905/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Do You Have a Soul? by Jessica Thompson Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-11-17 | F20M10PO(Fall 2020, Meeting 10, Presentation Only)From: "Do You Have a Soul" by Jessica ThompsonThis video recording was from our tenth Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on November 12th, 2020. The topic was about the different theological and psychological claims regarding the nature and substance of the human soul — ranging from materialistic monism to a traditional Christian dualist perspective.About Jessica Thompson:Jessica is a graduate of Rutgers University and former president of Ratio Christi. She received her M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology in Southern California and is currently a few months away from receiving her doctorate in the same field. Her master's thesis and dissertation research focus on spiritual experiences and resilience. She is currently an intern at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital. In the future, she hopes to continue to research, teach, and provide therapy from a psychodynamic framework.
Is Christianity the White Mans Religion? Christianity, Race & Racism by Steve DiSebastian Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-11-09 | F20M8PO(Fall 2020, Meeting 8, Presentation Only)From: "Is Christianity 'the White Man's Religion'? Christianity, Race & Racism" by Steve DiSebastianThis video recording was from our eighth Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on October 29th, 2020. The topic was about investigating the claim that Christianity is 'the White Man’s Religion' and is responsible for racism, both past and present. However, by looking at the Bible and early church history (along with using some logic and science), this is clearly an erroneous claim.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his biography page on Ratio Christi's website. Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://godfromthemachine.blog/
What is Evil? Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-10-28 | F20M5C1(Fall 2020, Meeting 5, Clip 1)From: "The Problem of Evil: Moral and Natural Suffering" by Vas AvramidisThis highlight clip was from our fifth Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on October 8th, 2020. The topic was about how to respond to "the problem of evil" objection to Christianity (and theism in general), as well as the Biblical theology for understanding moral and natural suffering.About Vas Avramidis:Vas is an artist, writer, herbalist, and apologist. He serves and teaches in the Church as a community apologist and is also one of the chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He holds degrees in art and theology, from SUNY Empire State College and St. Elias School of Orthodox Theology and Seminary, respectively.Vas believes apologetics is important, because (in his words): "it is not only important to know what you believe, but why you believe." His personal testimony emphasizes this statement. To learn more about Vas and his testimony, visit our website's page, or his biography on RatioChristi.org. He also has a blog at: rewildchurch.com!
Whats suffering got to do with it? by Tony Perrello Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-10-21 | F2020M6PO(Fall 2020, Meeting 6, Presentation Only)From: "What's suffering got to do with it?" by Tony PerrelloThis video recording was from our sixth Ratio Christi Rutgers meeting of the Fall 2020 semester that occurred on October 15th, 2020. Tony discussed his personal experience with suffering and how it strengthened his relationship with God.About Tony Perrello:Tony Perrello (M.Div.) is a life coach with the Paraclete Services and loves to bring clarity and a quiet confidence in all types of real-life situations. He was a church planting and leadership development WorldVenture missionary in Asia with his family. Because of his Multiple Sclerosis, he returned to the US and was a WorldVenture church mobilizer on the East Coast. He currently serves as an Elder at Point Community Church Somerset. In his former life, he worked in banking on Wall Street.For more about Tony, visit:worldventure.com/pworker/4000-578-perrello-tony-and-ming
Dont Have a Debate, Have a Discussion by Steve DiSebastian (Presentation Only) Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-10-15 | F20M1PO(Fall 2020, Meeting 1, Presentation Only)From: "Don't Have a Debate, Have a Discussion" by Steve DiSebastianThis video was from our first Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 10th, 2020. The topic was about how to share and even defend your faith without turning it into an argument.About Steve DiSebastian:Steve is one of our chapter directors and chaplains for Ratio Christi Rutgers. He is also a pastor/elder at Point Community Church, a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s M.Div. program, and a former high school English teacher with 16 years of experience. He currently teaches at Timothy Christian School and is focusing on planting a church. To learn more about him, visit his biography page on Ratio Christi's website. Also, be sure to check out his personal blog: https://godfromthemachine.blog/
Faith and Reason: A Misunderstood Relationship by Jordan Karausky Ratio Christi Rutgers 2020-10-13 | F20M2PO(Fall 2020, Meeting 2, Presentation Only)From: "Faith and Reason: A Misunderstood Relationship" by Jordan KarauskyWe only recorded the presentation part of the meeting. The conversation and discussion that followed were not recorded to encourage free expression without the constant feeling of being recorded.This video was from our second Ratio Christi meeting that occurred on September 17th, 2020. The topic was about the relationship between faith and reason and how both can interact with each other and exist synergetically. About Jordan Karausky:Jordan is a former Ratio Christi Rutgers president. He is currently a master's student at Talbot School of Theology. His concentrations are philosophy of mind and epistemology, and his future research will target belief formation and how they are internally experienced.Thanks to Wireless Philosophy (youtube.com/channel/UCpvhlSLzg2LT89FNUuN-Sig) for the video on reason and faith: youtube.com/watch?v=MTPHXNMi9tA&fbclid=IwAR11t975kxTVwv-r5EBvjo63jdRkBwioHowqPg8GebosDLl59mL4pPPdYxQ
