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Bystander syndrome is rampant in Christianity today,  leading to a diffusion of responsibility when it comes to evangelism and fulfilling the Great Commission. Research shows that 78% of people come to Christ through relationships with family and friends, not church programs. Yet many believers fall prey to excuses like "I'm too busy" or "I don't feel qualified." All followers of Jesus are called to share the gospel - not just pastors or those with the "gift" of evangelism. It's time to overcome fear and bystander syndrome to become bold witnesses for Christ! Souls hang in the balance. Key Statistics: - Only 31% of victims are helped when 5+ bystanders are present in an emergency (bystander effect) - Most Christians cite relationships as their reason for faith, not church programs - Only a few said a minister's preaching led to their salvation - If each Christian leads 1 person to Christ per year, church growth can double! Common Objections...

Guarding Against Deception: Staying Rooted in God's Truth Deception seems to be everywhere lately. False prophets, fake news, doctrinal drifts – it’s enough to make your head spin! As followers of Jesus Christ, we must be vigilant against spiritual trickery that aims to draw us off the narrow path. In this eye-opening episode of Coffee with Conrad, Conrad explores discernment in the midst of widespread deception. He examines Scripture passages warning of end times deception, like Matthew 24:24 and 2 Thessalonians 2:9-11. Jesus and the apostles caution that even the faithful elect can be vulnerable to clever imposters. Conrad also looks at real-world examples of massive deceptions, from the Piltdown Man hoax to crop circles. These compelling fakes fooled multitudes, demonstrating how the undiscerning can easily be misled. As Conrad asks, if scientists bought into Piltdown Man for 40 years, how much more are Christians susceptible to false doctrines? To safeguard against deception, C...

Are Aliens Real or Are They Demons in Disguise? The debate over whether aliens are real or if they are actually interdimensional demons is a fascinating one. In this latest episode of Coffee with Conrad, we dive deep into this discussion from all angles. Looking at historical examples, personal experiences, and biblical theories, this episode explores both sides of the debate over whether alien encounters throughout history could really be manifestations of demonic entities. Compelling Historical Examples of “Ancient Aliens”  UFO and ancient alien theorists often point to many remarkable examples in antiquity that supposedly demonstrate advanced extraterrestrial contact. These include: - The elaborate Nazca Lines in Peru which resemble airport runways when viewed from the sky. Erich von Daniken claimed these massive geoglyphs were built for aliens to see from their spacecraft.  - The Book of Ezekiel’s vivid description of fantastical wheeled creatures and beings, advanced tech...

  Spirit-Led Evangelism: Insights from an AI Conversation I recently had a fascinating dialogue with an AI assistant named Pi about the topic of spirit-led evangelism. We dove deep into what it means to authentically follow the leading of the Holy Spirit when sharing the gospel.  Here are some key insights from our conversation: Using AI for theological dialogue with caution - I discussed priming the AI and verifying anything unfamiliar it claims, since AI can sometimes be wrong or "hallucinate" answers. We must confirm new information learned from AI against Scripture and other sources. Why apologetics alone doesn't always reach people's hearts - We discussed how intellectual arguments, while important, often fail to resonate emotionally with people. As Conrad shared from his own experience, it took a real spiritual encounter with Jesus to change his life. The power of miracles and spiritual experiences - Miracles can prepare people's hearts for the gospel b...

Divine Health Does the Bible really guarantee divine health and freedom from all sickness for Christians? Listen as we examine the Scriptures on God's healing promises. Show Notes: - Defining "divine health" and what it means to Christians;  - Looking at Exodus 15:26 - obeying God's commands leads to health; - Matthew 18:32-34 - unforgiveness can lead to sickness;  - 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 - taking communion unworthily can make you sick; - Examining some "proof text" verses used to support divine health (Matthew 4:4, Psalm 34:19, etc.); - These verses don't guarantee freedom from affliction;  - Examples of godly people in the Bible who weren't healed (Paul's thorn, Epaphroditus' illness); - Sharing personal experiences with sin-sickness connection; - Going through listener comments and feedback on Facebook; - The story of John G. Lake's miraculous healing during the plague; - Discussion of whether divine health is promised or not; - Looki...

Conrad interviews street evangelist Monty Simpson Monty shares his testimony and experiences of preaching on the streets. Monty discusses his journey from a life of alcoholism to finding salvation and his calling to evangelism. He also shares insights into the challenges and rewards of street preaching, and how his spiritual relationship with Jesus fuels his passion for the Great Commission. Despite facing opposition and misunderstanding, Monty remains steadfast in his mission to bring Jesus to the lost and hurting world. Show notes: - Monty Simpson shares his journey to street evangelism; - Simpson's upbringing and struggles with alcoholism; - His radical transformation after accepting Christ; - The challenges and opposition faced by street preachers; - The importance of being led by God in street preaching; - Encountering demonic opposition during public preaching; - The power of prayer and persistence in evangelism; - The need for more Christians to take the gospel to the street...

Delving into the eternal security debate with a spiritual lens. In this thought-provoking episode of Coffee with Conrad, Conrad delves into the age-old debate of free will versus predestination, as well as the contrasting views of Calvinism and Arminianism. Join Conrad as he explores the main points and differences of these theological systems, offering his own spiritual perspective along the way. Buckle up for a deep dive into this fascinating topic and get ready to have your mind opened to new possibilities. Show Notes Calvinism: 1. Total depravity - humans born in sin. 2. Unconditional election - God chooses who is saved. 3. Limited atonement - Jesus died for the elect. 4. Irresistible grace - the elect cannot resist God's grace. 5. Perseverance of the saints - the elect will never be lost. Arminianism: 1. Partial depravity - humans have capacity for good. 2. Conditional election - God chooses based on mercy. 3. Unlimited atonement - Jesus died for all. 4. Resistible grace - hum...