The John Ankerberg Show Podcast

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The John Ankerberg Show Podcast offers a diverse mix of discipleship, timeless teachings, and weekly insights to help listeners grow in their faith and understanding of Christianity. Through its Discipleship segment, the podcast provides tools for spiritual growth and equips believers—whether new to the faith or seasoned Christians—to confidently share their beliefs, guided by 1 Peter 3:15. The Classics Edition revisits decades of impactful discussions with renowned scholars on topics such as apologetics, biblical prophecy, and science. The Weekly Edition addresses current spiritual issues and defends biblical truths to equip believers and engage skeptics. Listeners can access discipleship resources at jash...

Ep. 5 | Was America Founded on Christian Principles?
#293
Last Friday at 4:00 AM

Some Historical Examples That the Supreme Court Picked Out and Why These Examples Were Proof that America Was Founded As a Christian Nation. Learn more: https://blog.atriresearch.org/articles/the-nation-at-a-crossroads-fewer-than-half-of-americans-belong-to-a-local-church


Amy: How did you join Mama Bear Apologetics?
#292
Last Wednesday at 4:00 AM

Amy explains how a year-long dedication to being more bold prompted her to contact the Mama Bears and offer her talents. This desire by the Mama Bears to equip moms spoke to her, and she believed she has something valuable to offer. Her offer was accepted, and she has been speaking and writing in defense of the faith ever since.

Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/mb24


Ep. 4 | Teaching your Kids about God’s Plan for Sexuality
#302
Last Monday at 4:00 AM

Are you Sex-Smarter than a Fifth Grader?:  Does your fifth grader know more about sex than you do as an adult? Offer Available:  DVD of the Series and the Book  "Mama Bear Apologetics, Guide to Sexuality."

Note:  This program contains frank conversations about issues of sexuality and gender. Parental discretion is advised.


Ep. 4 | Was America Founded on Christian Principles?
#291
06/27/2025

How Did Our Founding Fathers Answer the Question, "How Can We Maintain Good Government?”

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Hillary: How did you get interested in apologetics?
#290
06/25/2025

In this episode, Hillary reveals how her pastor’s sermons opened her eyes to the possibilities about Jesus, and about some of the false views some people have about Him. But she also reveals that knowing apologetics, knowing the basis for your faith is more than just an intellectual exercise. Knowing Jesus well will help you face all the difficulties that come your way throughout your lifetime.

Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/mb24


Ep. 3 | Teaching your Kids about God’s Plan for Sexuality
#301
06/23/2025

The Importance of Worldview: What is a worldview, and how does it impact the way you think about things in your life? Offer Available:  DVD of the Series and the Book  "Mama Bear Apologetics, Guide to Sexuality."

Note:  This program contains frank conversations about issues of sexuality and gender. Parental discretion is advised.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Ep. 3 | Was America Founded on Christian Principles?
#289
06/20/2025

Are the Words "Separation of Church and State" in the First Amendment?

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Lindsey: What does it mean to be a mama bear?
#288
06/18/2025

Sure, the mama bear does what’s necessary to protect her cubs, but they do more than that. They prepare their cubs (children) to face and overcome the attached that come their way. It’s teaching your kids how to answer questions about their faith.

Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/mb24


Ep. 2 | Teaching your Kids about God’s Plan for Sexuality
#300
06/16/2025

Sex-Ed in Our Schools:  What are our children being taught at school about their sexuality? Offer Available:  DVD of the Series and the Book  "Mama Bear Apologetics, Guide to Sexuality."

Note:  This program contains frank conversations about issues of sexuality and gender. Parental discretion is advised.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Ep. 2 | Was America Founded on Christian Principles?
#287
06/13/2025

Is There Evidence That the Founding Fathers From Their Own Writings Wanted Religious Principles to be a Part of American Society?

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Amy: What does it mean to be a mama bear?
#286
06/11/2025

In this episode Amy explains that being a mama bear means that you are future minded. You are constantly looking for ways to equip your kids to deal with the false ideas they face. She explains that since mom is the first one the kid comes to with questions, it’s important for mom to be prepared and willing to answer their questions.

Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/mb24


Ep. 1 | Teaching your Kids about God’s Plan for Sexuality
#299
06/09/2025

Children and the dangers of Social Media: How are even young children being specifically targeted by pornography?

 Offer Available:  DVD of the Series and the Book  "Mama Bear Apologetics, Guide to Sexuality."

Note:  This program contains frank conversations about issues of sexuality and gender. Parental discretion is advised.

 


 


Ep. 1 | Was America Founded on Christian Principles?
#285
06/06/2025

Do Leading Universities Agree That America Was Founded on Christian Principles?

Learn more: https://blog.atriresearch.org/articles/is-america-a-christian-nation 


Hillary: What does it mean to be a mama bear?
#284
06/04/2025

Just like in nature, a mama bear just does whatever is necessary to protect her cubs—her children. In this episode Hillary explains how this works in terms of protecting your children from the worldly influences they face every day in society and in school. What can you teach your children at home that will serve them well when they are faced with the new societal “norms”?

Learn more: https://atriresearchresources.org/mb24


Ep. 8 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#298
06/02/2025

It’s an Eternal Gift: God’s Word has a powerful impact on people’s lives not only now, but for eternity.

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Ep. 6 | Ankerberg Classic: God's Encouragement for Today's Christian
#283
05/30/2025

God’s Provision in the Face of Death: Many people are afraid to die. How can you be prepared to face your death with peace? What promises has God given us to help us face eternity?

Learn more: https://blog.atriresearch.org/articles/the-fruit-of-the-spirit-peace


Getting to Know John and Darlene Ankerberg: We’ve Come This Far by Faith
#282
05/28/2025

John and Darlene recount the path God has led them on, from college campuses to evangelistic crusades to the very beginnings of the television ministry.

Learn more: https://atriresearch.org/moretothestory


Ep. 7 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#297
05/26/2025

The Words of Life:  Did you know that hearing the Word of God can literally save a life?

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Ep. 5 | Ankerberg Classic: God's Encouragement for Today's Christian
#281
05/23/2025

Experiencing God’s Discipline: How can we know when difficulties in our life are as the result of God disciplining us? Not every hardship we face is as a result of our sin or some area God needs to correct. But how should we react when facing difficulties?

Learn more: https://blog.atriresearch.org/articles/gods-discipline-and-christian-suffering


Getting to Know John and Darlene Ankerberg: Watching God at Work
#280
05/21/2025

John Ankerberg reflects on how God has worked through him ever since he was a teenager to share to gospel with others.

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Ep. 6 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#296
05/19/2025

Age is no barrier in Peru:  When Abuelita heard God’s Word, and accepted Jesus, her health was immediately restored. But a passion was ignited within her.

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Ep. 4 | Ankerberg Classic: God's Encouragement for Today's Christian
#279
05/16/2025

Experiencing the Peace of God: How can you gain victory over depression or the guilt feelings you have? How can you experience peace in the middle of very difficult circumstances?

Learn more: https://blog.atriresearch.org/articles/deception-discerning-the-devils-most-dangerous-device


Getting to Know John and Darlene Ankerberg: Reflecting on Their Spiritual Heritage
#278
05/14/2025

John and Darlene Ankerberg share their stories of coming to faith, and the people who influenced them.

Learn more: https://atriresearch.org/moretothestory


Ep. 5 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#276
05/12/2025

In the 10/40 Window:  What makes the 10/40 Window a major target for evangelistic efforts?

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Ep. 3 | Ankerberg Classic: God's Encouragement for Today's Christian
#277
05/09/2025

Breaking Sinful Habits: In order to break sinful habits you must understand your position in Christ, be honest with God, and use the weapons God has provided to help you.

Learn more: https://blog.atriresearch.org/articles/a-symphony-of-transformation-2-peter-15-7 


Ep. 4 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#275
05/05/2025

The Entrance of God’s Word:  What happens when the utterly hopeless hear God’s Word?

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Ep. 2 | Ankerberg Classic: God's Encouragement for Today's Christian
#271
05/02/2025

What is Real Guilt, and What is False Guilt?: What is Real Guilt, and What is False Guilt?: Do you think you’re one of the “big” sinners? Do you think you are better than other sinners? Are you consumed by guilt and see no way out of it? How can the Bible help you understand yourself as God sees you?

Learn more: https://jashow.org/articles/ephesians-13-14-in-christ/


The Faith Journey of Morgan Jackson: In the Beginning and Following God's Call
#270
04/30/2025

In this segment you will learn a brief history of the ministry now known as Faith Comes By Hearing. We also ask Morgan how he came to faith in Christ, and how his walk with Jesus has impacted his life. We will also hear examples of what it’s like to live by faith. Morgan explains how God took his carefully planned life and turned it upside down, taking him from doing business in Arizona to living by faith in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 

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Ep. 3 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#274
04/28/2025

Excitement in Papua:  What difference does God’s Word make in the lives of those who hear it?

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Ep. 1 | Ankerberg Classic: God's Encouragement for Today's Christian
#269
04/25/2025

How Can You Know God Has Forgiven Your Sins?: Are some sins simply too big for God to forgive? How about when you’ve confessed over and over and over again, but still don’t feel forgiven? Can you know for sure that you’ve been forgiven?

Learn more: https://jashow.org/articles/god-can-bring-good-out-of-evil/


Ankerberg Minutes on The Empty Tomb
#268
04/23/2025

Pastor Carey Dean covers the week after easter with information on the empty tomb. "First Proof", "Freedom", "Joy", "Faith", "Alive in Christ".

Learn more: https://jashow.org/articles/the-empty-tomb/ 


Ep. 2 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#273
04/21/2025

Revival in South Asia:  As people in South Asia hear the gospel, they are coming to Christ.

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Ep. 6 | Ankerberg Classic: The Evidence for the Historical Jesus
#267
04/18/2025

The Post-Resurrection Appearances of Jesus: Did you know Jesus appeared to over 500 people after His resurrection? Join his fascinating program that investigates the numerous post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. Offers available: DVD or Digital downloads of all 6 programs.

Learn more: https://jashow.org/resources/product/common-questions-about-the-resurrection/


Ankerberg Minutes on Holy Week
#266
04/16/2025

Pastor Carey Dean covers Holy week with information on: "Blessed Woe", "Broken and poured Out", "The Passover Lamb", and "Jesus' last words"

Learn more: https://jashow.org/resources/product/adult-holy-week-timeline/


Ep. 1 | Taking God’s Word into the 10/40 Window
#272
04/14/2025

Lives changed in Myanmar:  How can simply hearing God’s Word in your own language affect you?

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Ep. 5 | Ankerberg Classic: The Evidence for the Historical Jesus
#262
04/11/2025

12 Historical Facts About Jesus from Outside the Bible: Is there evidence for the life of Jesus outside the Bible? Dr. Habermas provides examples supporting 12 key facts from the life of Christ from early historical sources. Offers available: DVD or Digital downloads of all 6 programs.

Learn more: https://jashow.org/resources/product/the-evidence-for-the-historical-jesus-updated-edition/


Ep. 2 | What Does It Mean to Follow Jesus? (Part 2) | Segment 2
#261
04/09/2025

In this segment, Shyamala shares more about how Jesus has been changing her from the inside and concludes with a prayer if you would like to experience this as well.

Learn more: https://jashow.org/articles/one-way-or-many-what-jesus-said-about-the-way-to-heaven/


Ep. 4 | Iran, Israel and End Time Events
#260
04/07/2025

America in the End-Times: Have we come to the end of America? What are the signs that we might already be under God’s wrath? Offer 2 DVDs with all 8 programs in this series plus 3 books by our guests, Can We Still Believe in the Rapture?, Northern Storm Rising, and The End of America? for a gift of $130.00

Learn more: https://jashow.org/resources/iran-israel-and-end-time-events/


Ep. 4 | Ankerberg Classic: The Evidence for the Historical Jesus
#259
04/04/2025

The Historical Evidence for the Resurrection of Jesus: Dr. Habermas explains the historical facts that support the literal, bodily resurrection of Jesus from the dead on the third day. Offers available: DVD or Digital downloads of all 6 programs.

Learn more: https://jashow.org/resources/product/common-questions-about-the-resurrection/


Ep 2 | What Does It Mean to Follow Jesus? (Part 2) | Segment 1
#258
04/02/2025

In this segment, Shyamala shares how she grew up attending a Christian church in India but found religion to be disconnected from everyday life. Hear how all this changed as she came to experience Jesus personally.

Learn more: https://jashow.org/articles/what-changes-when-you-are-born-again/