Episodios

  • Did Grace REPLACE the Law? (Viewer Questions) | Ep 97

    Did Grace REPLACE the Law? (Viewer Questions) | Ep 97
    Feb 16 2026
    In this episode of All Rise, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell tackle two deeply personal and often misunderstood questions about the Christian life. First, what is the true relationship between law and grace—are they opposed to one another, or do they work together in a way many Christians miss? Second, how should we understand negative emotions that make us doubt God's promises—especially when our feelings seem louder than our faith? 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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  • Why Does God Allow Young People to Die? (Viewer Questions) | Ep 96

    Why Does God Allow Young People to Die? (Viewer Questions) | Ep 96
    Jan 26 2026
    In this episode of All Rise, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell respond to one of the most painful and emotionally charged questions we've received from viewers: "Why do people die young?" This question isn't theoretical. It's asked in hospital rooms, at gravesides, and in the grieving moments after sudden loss. It presses directly on the goodness of God, the reality of suffering, and whether faith can survive tragedy. In today's episode, we explore: Why the early death of young people strikes us as uniquely unjust Whether God's goodness is compatible with allowing such loss What Christianity does—and does not—claim about suffering and divine intervention Why some common answers, even well-meaning ones, often make the problem worse rather than better Rather than offering clichés or quick fixes, we slow down and take the question seriously—philosophically, theologically, and humanly—because some questions deserve more than platitudes. 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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  • Good Will Toward Men? Sharing Truth In A Polarized World | Ep 95

    Good Will Toward Men? Sharing Truth In A Polarized World | Ep 95
    Dec 22 2025
    This special Christmas episode of All Rise with Abdu Murray features a live presentation Abdu delivered at Rochester Christian University. Following the talk, Abdu engages in a live Q&A with students and other attendees that spans a wide range of theological and cultural issues, including perhaps the most polarizing one of all right now: Has Zionism hijacked Christianity? This episode is presented in full as a Christmas release, inviting listeners to consider how truth can be shared thoughtfully—even in the most contested conversations. 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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  • Is Christianity Just Zoroastrianism 2.0? Plus Preparing for Other Worldviews (Viewer Questions) | Ep 94

    Is Christianity Just Zoroastrianism 2.0? Plus Preparing for Other Worldviews (Viewer Questions) | Ep 94
    Dec 8 2025
    In this episode, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell address two important questions submitted by viewers—one about the origins of Christian belief, and one about sharing the Christian faith with people from different backgrounds. 1. "Is Jesus just a copy of Zoroaster?" We examine the popular claim that Christianity borrowed its key ideas from ancient Zoroastrianism. Did concepts like judgment, resurrection, or a final savior come from Persian religion? We walk through what the historical evidence actually shows and let the scholars speak. 2. "How should we engage people who are more difficult to reach, such as Jews, Muslims, or others who approach faith differently?" We talk about how to have meaningful conversations with people from various worldviews, and how to help your children prepare for the beliefs they will encounter. In this episode, we mentioned several resources. Here are a few in order of their mention: -Derek's blog on the Old and New Testaments and Zoroastrianism: https://embracethetruth.org/blog/was-jesus-just-a-zoroastrian-knockoff/ -Edwin Yamauchi's book, Persia and the Bible (Baker, 1996) -Abdu's conversation with Jewish convert David Shapiro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzcUHwFu3Dk -Mama Bear Apologetics: https://mamabearapologetics.com/ -Cameron and Stuart McAllister's book, Faith that Lasts (IVP, 2021) -The Museum of Created Beauty: https://museumofcreatedbeauty.org/ -Xandra Grieme and Ken Boa's Created Beauty series of books (check out Nebulae here: https://a.co/d/2umJIGs). 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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  • The Creation of Evil and the Origin of the Qur'an (Viewer Questions) | Ep 93

    The Creation of Evil and the Origin of the Qur'an (Viewer Questions) | Ep 93
    Nov 17 2025
    In this new series, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell tackle your toughest—and sometimes bluntest—questions about Christianity, Islam, theology, philosophy, and culture. In today's episode, we address two big viewer questions: 1. "What does it mean when Christians say evil is a 'negation of the good'? Doesn't that minimize real evil?" We unpack the classical Christian understanding of evil—not as something trivial or imaginary, but as a profound distortion of the good—and explain why this view actually amplifies the seriousness of evil rather than diminishing it. 2. "You said most Muslims don't read the Qur'an. That's wrong! Over 3 million Muslims have memorized it, and its early transmission proves perfect preservation!" We respond to this challenge by clarifying what we meant, examining the difference between recitation and comprehension, and discussing what the historical data about the Qur'an's compilation and textual variants really shows. 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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  • Do We Choose to Believe or Discover the Truth? And More! (Live Q&A) | Ep 92

    Do We Choose to Believe or Discover the Truth? And More! (Live Q&A) | Ep 92
    Nov 3 2025
    In this live university Q&A at Western Michigan University, Abdu Murray engages students in a wide-ranging conversation about belief, doubt, and truth. From cultural identity and politics to science and the soul, Abdu explores whether faith is a leap or a response to something real. Students press him on everything from the "women be silent" passage to the Trinity, from moral questions to science and DNA. Drawing from his journey from Islam to Christianity, Abdu shows how truth isn't just an idea to defend—it's a reality that changes how we see the world and one another. 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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  • Why Does God Allow Evil? And More Tough Questions (Live Q&A) | Ep 91

    Why Does God Allow Evil? And More Tough Questions (Live Q&A) | Ep 91
    Oct 20 2025
    In this live audience Q&A at Northend Church, Abdu Murray joins Pastor Mike Sherbino to tackle some of the hardest questions people ask about God, evil, and faith. From the problem of suffering to the reach of grace, from apathy and doubt to conversations with Muslims and Hindus, this open forum explores what it means to trust God when the world feels broken. Abdu also shares from his own journey from Islam to Christianity, and how the hope of Christ transforms not only how we think, but how we see others. Abdu has been a regular guest on Mike Sherbino's "The Perspective with Mike Sherbino." Check out the latest episodes with Abdu here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTZuuZfzG-8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFFsGxW6osI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VflIrnm8mN8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9q806h5SCY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87XvD4EgfoM 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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  • Why I Left Orthodox Judaism for Christ: David Shapiro's Story & Belief | Ep 90

    Why I Left Orthodox Judaism for Christ: David Shapiro's Story & Belief | Ep 90
    Oct 6 2025
    How could an Orthodox Jew become a Christian? Doesn't that mean rejecting the Torah and your own Jewishness? In this episode of All Rise, Abdu sits down with David Shapiro, host of the Boundless Bible Podcast and a former Orthodox Jew turned Christian apologist. Together they talk about David's journey from Judaism to Christianity and explore the continuity and discontinuity between these two worldviews by looking at the Torah, the Fall and the Tree of Life, the Messiah, binitariansim, and much more. Learn more about David Shapiro and all of his projects at https://www.drdavidshapiro.org/. 🎙️ All Rise is the podcast where truth is put on trial. In each episode, ideas are cross-examined and evidence is explored. 🔔 Subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations and interviews from the world of Christian apologetics and beyond. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abdumurray Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abdumurray12 Twitter https://twitter.com/abdumurray TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@abdumurray Keep in touch with Abdu and be notified when he is in a town near you by signing up for his monthly newsletter at https://embracethetruth.org/sign-up/. Embrace the Truth is a donor-supported ministry that seeks to answer PEOPLE, not questions. Consider partnering with us in this important mission by visiting https://embracethetruth.org/donate.
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    1 h y 25 m