The Biblical Roots Podcast
This is a Bible-based, Christ-focused theology and apologetics podcast hosted by Professor R. L. Solberg. We talk theology and apologetics, test the claims of questionable teachers, and offer a range of Bible teachings, including verse-by-verse Bible studies.
The Biblical Roots Ministries is all about helping believers stay grounded in the truth of Scripture. Founded by Professor R. L. Solberg, our Christ-centered ministry is dedicated to creating faithful, Bible-based content that deepens your understanding of God’s Word and equips you to discern false teachings. We do this in two ways:
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The Biblical Roots Podcast
Urban Apologetics with Dr. Eric Mason
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Meet Dr. Eric Mason, pastor of Epiphany Fellowship in Philadelphia, PA, and author of many books. In this discussion, he shares his wisdom and insight on a range of topics from cults, to racial identity, to biblical literacy, to pastoring a church. Enjoy!
Dr. Mason's Church - Epiphany Fellowship
Dr. Mason's new book - Urban Apologetics: Cults and Cultural Ideologies: Biblical and Theological Challenges Facing Christians
Defending the Biblical Roots of Christianity
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:45 Meet Dr. Eric Mason (Background and current work)
04:16 What is the new Urban Apologetics all about?
09:02 Biblical literacy
13:22 How does the Church defend against cults and ideologies?
18:08 Gateways into cults
22:34 God-given ethnicity and race
27:12 Cults recruit from the Church
29:51 Pathways out of the Church
32:53 What is “urban apologetics”?
39:22 Advice and resources for the average believer
43:10 Dealing with family and loved ones
47:58 Advice for pastors and leaders
57:22 How can our churches be proactive?
01:03:07 Hope in the modern culture
01:09:25 How to get in touch with Dr. Mason
