Best Mark Farnham Podcasts (2025)

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61 Every Believer Confident (Guest: Dr. Mark Farnham) 50:12

1d ago50:12

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Dr. Mark Farnham joins Henry to talk about some basic apologetics for the ordinary Christian. Dr. Farnham is Professor of Apologetics at Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster, PA. Every Believer Confident - Book link You Can't Get Rid of God - DFT podcast episode

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Jonah and Nahum w/ Dr. Stephen Coleman 51:25

2h ago51:25

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This week, Nate is joined by Dr. Stephen Coleman to talk about the books of Jonah and Nahum. Dr. Coleman has a commentary on the post-exilic minor prophets due out in the Preaching The Word commentary series this November. They discuss the complementary ways in which Jonah and Nahum work together in displaying the Lord's mercy for the nations. It's…

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The Doctrine of God w/ Sinclair Ferguson 1:04:37

5d ago1:04:37

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Dr. Sinclair Ferguson has a long history of teaching the Doctrine of God at Westminster and still teaches it in our online programs. While Dr. Ferguson was in town to deliver the 17th annual Gaffin Lecture, Nate sat down with him to talk about the Doctrine of God, how he teaches it, what resources he recommends, and they also take some time to answ…

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Epistemology and Apologetics w/ Vern Poythress 1:01:38

12d ago1:01:38

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The difference between a faithful apologetic method and an unfaithful one often lies in your interpretation of Romans 1. What does it mean that the unrighteous "suppress the truth" and yet "what can be known about God is plain to them, because God has shown it to them"? In this episode Nate and Dr. Poythress look to Romans 1 to answer these questio…

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Education and Neurodiversity: Nicole Bateman chats with Charlotte Mountford 27:06

17d ago27:06

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Follow Nicole on www.instagram.com/conversationswithasendmum for exclusive peeks to weekly episodes. Please do send feedback and rate this podcast to help it reach those who would benefit. Check out our Season 3 sponsor Rachel's 3 R's Subscription Box: Dedicated to helping SEND mums feel calmer and more relaxed by providing a box of products and on…

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Pastoral Counseling & Sexuality w/ Dr. Alfred Poirier 51:26

19d ago51:26

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When it comes to the issues that pastors are forced to deal with, the landscape is quickly changing. In a culture that is obsessed with gender and sexuality, a pastor is often going to be engaging with these issues and ideas. However, there is nothing new under the sun and the Scriptures have much to say on issues of sexuality. Nate sits down with …

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Mark Gets Animated About the Infiltration of Eastern Thought! 19:04

24d ago19:04

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Mark and Jeff discuss their recent interest in the ways that Eastern Religion, specifically Hinduism and Buddhism in the form of “New Thought” have been creeping into the church and Christian practices. This is the first in a series of exposing the Vedantic corruption of Christianity through practices such as declaring, manifesting, grounding, visi…

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Theological Education: Past, Present, and Future w/ Dr. Stafford Carson 41:38

26d ago41:38

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Dr. Stafford Carson has a long history with theological education and his experience comes from a number of different contexts. So this week we hear about some of the history of theological education from the early modern period as well as some current developments that are happening in theological education today. Most importantly Nate and Dr. Car…

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Can Science Explain Everything? 13:00

1M ago13:00

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Some people believe that science has disproved Christianity or that science is the ultimate source of truth that trumps any other source. In this episode, Mark presents the eight limits of science to show that science cannot possibly have all the answers, despite the fact that it is a good gift from God to understand our world. Want to reach out, a…

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Science and Faith w/ Vern Poythress 38:29

1M ago38:29

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Vern Poythress teaches a course at Westminster on the Theology of Science and has a lot of experience in both the fields of science and theology. Nate sits down to discuss science and faith with him and it's implications for theology, apologetics, evangelism, etc. If you enjoy this episode, you can access tons of content like it at wm.wts.edu. If y…

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A Christian, a Muslim, a Jew, and a Liberal 18:43

1M ago18:43

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If asked to share what you believe as a Christian in contrast to other religions, could you answer clearly and confidently? In this episode, Mark interviews Jeff after he appeared on a religion panel at a local university. Jeff shares how he answered the questions in contrast to the other religious representatives and provides some interesting stor…

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The Scottish Tempest: The Life of John Knox, ep. 2. 2:37:44

1M ago2:37:44

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Hey everyone. We're back this week with the second episode of The Scottish Tempest. In this episode I'll be covering the period from Knox's conversion to Protestantism until his initial exile from Scotland. There's a lot that happens during that period; his best friend dies, he is the subject of a manhunt, there's an assassination, some people take…

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God and Country... Music w/ Luke Laird 49:41

2M ago49:41

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Luke Laird is a prolific country songwriter. He's written over 20 Billboard number one singles, has won two Grammys, and a handful of CMA awards. He also happens to be a student in the Master of Theological Studies (MATS) program here at Westminster and is set to graduate next month. Brandon McLean Smith sits down with Luke to talk about the MATS p…

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60 Where Were Nails Placed During Crucifixion? (Guest: Dr. Scott Stripling) 55:30

2M ago55:30

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Dr. Scott Stripling joins Henry to talk about one of his latest academic studies, which analyzes the archaeological remains of crucifixion victims. Along with his co-researcher, Dr. Jonathan Moore, they found some new insights into how people like Jesus were crucified, that may challenge how we typically picture in our minds what it looked like. Dr…

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Worldview Questions that Draw People into Conversation 18:10

2M ago18:10

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Do you ever find yourself wondering where to go next in a gospel encounter when the conversation starts to drag? Mark and Jeff suggest five lines of questions that will give you ideas of what to ask next when you don’t know what else to say. Everyone wrestles with these questions, so they can be used with any person you are engaging in conversation…

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New Testament Biblical Theology w/ Dr. Brandon Crowe 49:09

2M ago49:09

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Hey everyone. Dr. Brandon Crowe is one of the most prolific authors on the faculty at Westminster and teaches several classes here. Nate sits down to talk with him about his approach to teaching New Testament. They cover a lot of topics, but one thing that shines through is how Biblical Theology, Redemptive History, and Systematic Theology are wove…

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Why Is It Important to Understand Someone's Worldview? 17:09

2M ago17:09

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Many people try to evangelize by spitting out a scripted explanation of the gospel. As a result, the unbeliever often feels like he is being given a pitch for Jesus, something he did not ask for or want. In this episode, Mark and Jeff explain the value of taking the time to listen to and understand the unbeliever’s worldview so you can tailor your …

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Autism Acceptance: Nicole Bateman chats with Tynisha from Visible Autism 36:12

2M ago36:12

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Autism Acceptance Day: Masking, Diagnosis and Visibility with Tynisha from Visible Autism in this Autism Acceptance Day special, Nicole Bateman speaks with Tynisha from Visible Autism about her lived experience as an autistic woman and her journey to self-understanding and advocacy. In This Episode: Masking and Late Diagnosis – Tynisha shares how s…

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Apologetics for Everyone w/ Dr. Mark Farnham 33:50

2M ago33:50

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Dr. Mark Farnham graduated from Westminster's PhD program in Apologetics. His book, "Every Believer Confident" was recently released by P&R Publishing. He currently teaches at Lancaster Bible College. Nate sits down with Dr. Farnham to discuss apologetics and how every Christian believer is equipped to do the work of apologetics. It's not just a di…

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Purple Day 2025 Episode 2/2: Nicole Bateman chats with Kelly Norford 31:17

2M ago31:17

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Purple Day Special – Parenting Kids with Epilepsy with Kelly Norford In this Purple Day special episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman chats with Kelly Norford, a mum of three children with epilepsy. They discuss the unique and evolving challenges of epilepsy: from managing different seizure types to navigating the impact on menta…

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Purple Day Special 2025 1/2: Nicole Bateman chats with Hattie Brant 20:54

2M ago20:54

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Epilepsy Awareness with Hattie Brant from Purple Dayss In this special episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman is joined by Hattie Brant, founder of Purple Dayss, to raise awareness for Purple Day (March 26th)—a global movement dedicated to increasing understanding and reducing stigma around epilepsy. Hattie shares her personal jou…

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Genesis 1 w/ Vern Poythress 52:39

2M ago52:39

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Nate Shannon sits down with Dr. Vern Poythress to discuss Genesis 1 and its implications for theology, evangelism, and apologetics. If you enjoy this episode, you can access tons of content like it at wm.wts.edu. If you would like to join us in our mission to train specialists in the Bible to proclaim the whole counsel of God for Christ and his glo…

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What Is Biblical Evangelism? 22:22

3M ago22:22

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Many Christians learned to present the gospel as a “decision” to be made or think of it in terms of “committing one’s life to Christ” or “surrendering to Christ.” In this episode, Mark and Jeff emphasize the need to use biblical language and concepts of repentance and faith to avoid confusion and to make it clear what we invite the unbeliever to do…

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The Scottish Tempest: The Life of John Knox, ep. 1. 1:43:31

3M ago1:43:31

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Hey everyone. I hope you're enjoying the interviews with Dr. Shannon. We've been having a great time getting this content produced and out for the world to hear. This week we're releasing the first episode in a series on the life of John Knox. Ever since I heard about some of the stories from the life of John Knox in a Church History course on the …

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How Can I Prepare Myself to Engage Unbelievers with the Gospel? 19:29

3M ago19:29

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Confidence in your ability to share and defend the faith is like a helium balloon. When you are at an apologetics conference or reading a helpful book on apologetics, your confidence is like a newly filled helium balloon. A few days or weeks later, however, you often find that your confidence has leaked and it lies lifeless on the floor like a defl…

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Prison Ministry 56:46

3M ago56:46

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In this episode of the Westminster Podcast, Nate Shannon is joined by Luke and Charis Carson to discuss their ministry in the London prison system. Luke works with London City Mission and ministers to those in the prison and with people who have recently been released from prison. Charis also works as a chaplain in the London prison system. If you …

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59 Challenging Evolution (Guest: Dr. Hans Madueme) 1:29:31

3M ago1:29:31

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Henry takes a deep dive with Dr. Hans Madueme about his book "Defending Sin: A Response to the Challenges of Evolution and the Natural Sciences" Defending Sin - book link Dr. Madueme on Digging for Truth TV

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Sanctification While in Seminary 35:41

3M ago35:41

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When it comes to the Christian life Orthodoxy (right belief), Orthopraxy (right practice), and Doxology (worship) work together like a 3-fold braided cord. If any of the 3 are compromised, the whole cord suffers. So, at Westminster, we don't just commit to theological education in the abstract. Some might be tempted to say "I'm just going to study …

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Cultural Apologetics w/ Dr. Bill Edgar 56:58

3M ago56:58

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Culture is the air that we breathe. It informs how we view the world around us and is a necessary consideration for any apologetic discussion. Dr. Nate Shannon sits down with Dr. Bill Edgar to discuss culture, apologetics, and cultural apologetics. If you enjoy this episode, you can access tons of content like it at wm.wts.edu. If you would like to…

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Preaching and Pastoral Ministry 37:49

4M ago37:49

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Stafford Carson has been associated with Westminster Seminary for nearly half of its existence. He has also had a rather prolific preaching ministry with experience in proclaiming the Word of God in many diverse contexts. Dr. Nate Shannon sits down with Stafford to discuss a range of topics including not just how to preach well but how to listen to…

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Apologetics and Exegesis 1:13:41

4M ago1:13:41

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Many of Cornelius Van Til's critics claim that Van Til did not sufficiently base his apologetic method on Scriptural exegesis. Van Til himself acknowledged that robust exegesis wasn't as prominent in his work as it could have been. That was not, however, an admission that his method was not built on exegesis, just that it's exegetical foundation wa…

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How Can Every Believer Confident Help You Become a Better Apologist? 17:10

4M ago17:10

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The new release of Mark’s book, Every Believer Confident, offers an opportunity to learn anew the basic, accessible way of engaging unbelievers with the gospel. Mark and Jeff discuss the new chapter and the new features of case studies and study questions in each chapter. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my webs…

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What do I say when Someone Rejects the Gospel because of Christian Hypocrisy? 14:34

4M ago14:34

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A common accusation against the Christian faith is the hypocrisy of Christians.. How do we handle that? In this episode, Mark and Jeff review ways to respond to this charge by asking for a definition, showing that hypocrisy is a human trait, and calling all believers to a life of integrity and consistency. Want to reach out, ask a question, or requ…

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58 Four Views on the Historical Adam and Eve (Guest: Dr. Marcus Ross) 1:27:49

4M ago1:27:49

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Henry and paleontologist Dr. Marcus Ross talk about the book: Perspectives on the Historical Adam and Eve: Four Views , which include: the Non-Historical Adam and Eve View (Kenton L. Sparks), the Mytho-Historical Adam View (William Lane Craig), the Genealogical Adam and Eve Model (Andrew Loke) and the Recent Adam and Eve View (Marcus R. Ross). Mons…

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How Can I Become a Better Apologist? 20:06

4M ago20:06

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Once you learn to engage unbelievers effectively with the gospel, how do you keep growing in your abilities? Mark and Jeff discuss some simple ideas, such as reading through the entire Bible, reading commentaries to deepen our understanding of the Scriptures, and more. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website…

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How to Start a Faith Conversation 10:20

5M ago10:20

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Many Christians feel at a loss to know how best to start a spiritual conversation with those who don’t believe in God, either overt atheists or someone who simply has no beliefs about God. This will provide some helpful resources for effective gospel conversations. Want to reach out, ask a question, or request a speaking event? Visit my website at:…

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Upcoming Ethics Conference 15:15

5M ago15:15

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Don’t miss the big ethics conference on February 22 in Allentown, PA. We will address a number of critical issues of our day from a Christian perspective, including the sanctity of life, technology, gender and sexuality, abortion, and reproductive technology. Go to https://cedarcrest.church/ethicscon2025/ for more details. Hurry, seating is limited…

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57 The Christmas Story is History (Guests: Bryan Windle & Tommy Chamberlin) 1:07:15

6M ago1:07:15

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ABR staff members Bryan Windle and Tommy Chamberlin join to talk all about the people and places in history that are related to the Christmas story. Top 10 Discoveries Related to Christmas - Bible Archaeology Report Quirinius, an Archaeological Biography - Bible Archaeology Report Who were the Magi? - Bible Archaeology Report…

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The Journey into SEND Fatherhood: Nicole Bateman chats with Mark Allen and Callum Galbraith 19:20

6M ago19:20

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In episode 9 of Season 3 of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman welcomes Mark Allen and Callum Galbraith, two of the 14 fathers featured in The Journey into SEND Fatherhood, a powerful new book by SEND Reform England. Together, they dive into the unique experiences of being SEND Dads, sharing the challenges, triumphs, and personal growth …

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Living with ARFID: Nicole Bateman chats with Michelle Jacques 26:07

6M ago26:07

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In Season 3 episode 8 of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman dives into the complex world of restricted eating and ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) with expert Michelle Jacques. Together, they discuss: What is ARFID? Michelle explains the everyday realities of ARFID, a sensory-based eating disorder. They explore how ARFID…

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Conversations that Lead to the Gospel 10:50

6M ago10:50

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A key to effective engagement with unbelievers is simply to start conversations. Becoming a good conversationalist is possible for anyone, regardless of their personality. In this episode, Mark shares some basics about having good conversations and turning them to spiritual topics to open the door for sharing the gospel. Want to reach out, ask a qu…

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ADHD, Autism and Masking in the Workplace: Nicole Bateman chats with Tania Gerard 22:41

6M ago22:41

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In Season 3 episode 7 of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman is joined by Tania Gerard, an autistic and ADHD advocate, trainer, and speaker. Together, they explore the challenges of being neurodivergent in the workplace and the crucial need for understanding and inclusion in professional settings. Key Highlights: Neurodiversity and Maskin…

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Autism and AAC: Nicole Bateman chats with Laura Brown 24:15

7M ago24:15

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In this episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman sits down with Laura Brown, the voice behind Spinning World of Autism. Laura shares her family’s journey with her autistic son, Ethan, and their experiences navigating the world of AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) to support his communication needs. Key Highlights: Emb…

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Simple Self Care For Parent Carers: Nicole Bateman chats with Rachel Slyfield 19:29

7M ago19:29

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In Episode 5 of Season 3 of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman sits down with Rachel Slyfield, founder of Rachel’s 3 R’s Subscription Box, who shares her journey as a SEND mum and her passion for self-care. Rachel opens up about her experience navigating the diagnosis process with her son, Teddy, and the ways she’s learned to balance par…

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How Can the Christian God Exist When There Is So Much Evil and Suffering? 19:31

7M ago19:31

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When we look around the world and see wars, genocide, human trafficking, and modern-day slavery, we have to ask, How can an all-loving, all-powerful God exist? Christians claim that God loves the world, so why is it in such a mess? Who among us has not cried out to God in grief, fear, and desperation? Does God care, and when will he do something ab…

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Ready Eddie Go: Nicole Bateman chats with Nikki Saunders 19:26

7M ago19:26

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In episode 4 of Conversations with a SEND Mum Season 3, host Nicole Bateman chats with Nikki Saunders, an incredible mum of two autistic boys and the brilliant mind behind the TV series Ready Eddie Go on Sky Kids. Nikki shares her journey of becoming an author, driven by her desire to support her own children in understanding their autism diagnosis…

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Introduction to Apologetics 18:30

7M ago18:30

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What is Apologetics? Is it only for pastors and professors, or is every Christian called to practice apologetics? Is it primarily about confrontations or conversations? Is the concept even in the Bible? Why can’t we just evangelize and skip the apologetics part? In this episode, Mark and Jeff lay the foundation of the basics of apologetics. Want to…

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DLD Awareness Day: Nicole Bateman chats with Tamara Holland 28:55

8M ago28:55

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In this episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman is joined by Tamara Holland from Dot and Stripe Marketing to raise awareness for Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) on DLD Awareness Day. Tamara, a passionate advocate and parent of a child with DLD, shares her personal journey and the challenges of navigating life with a diagnosis…

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How Eastern Religion has Infiltrated the Church Pt. 2 18:30

8M ago18:30

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The infiltration of the West and the Church by Eastern religion, the New Age, neo-paganism, and earth religions is rooted in a foundational error of the “oneness of all things.” In this episode, Mark and Jeff get to the heart of these errors and show how the Creator-Creature Distinction corrects our thinking and allows us to remain in truth as we w…

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Raising the SEN-Betweeners: Nicole Bateman chats with Lisa Lloyd 21:01

8M ago21:01

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In this episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman is joined by Lisa Lloyd, author of Raising the Sen-Betweeners. Lisa shares her personal journey of raising two very different autistic children and the unique challenges they face navigating mainstream school settings when their needs don't quite fit the criteria for specialist educat…

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