Cliffe Classics - Student Says, "I Almost Hope There Is NO Jesus Christ."

No. 32
Recorded - Fall 1996
The "Give Me An Answer" ministry began as an outgrowth of the dialogues Cliffe Knechtle has had with students on various university campuses throughout the United States. These universities include the University of Maine, Harvard, MIT, University of Florida, University of Texas, University of Wisconsin, University of Minnesota, University of California Los Angeles, University of California San Diego, Berkeley, Stanford, University of Hawaii and the University of Washington. Cliffe spoke on these campuses in front of the Student Union or Library at noon for five to ten minutes. At the close of his initial remarks, he'd open up the time for questions and answers, which usually turned into a two to four hour dialogue with students. His crowd size ranged from 25 - 500 students at a time, and between classes, new students would join the discussion. This is an extremely effective way to reach a large number of university students with the Gospel of Christ.
#Evidence #Christianity #Jesus #apologetics

[@ChildofGod98765]

Father hear my prayers. I’m losing hope. My husband is with you I still miss him even after all these years. These pass three years have been difficult. At times I feel so alone especially as a single mom. Since suffering a heart attack two years ago and my on going battle with lupus I’m overwhelmed. Both of my sons are autistic. I’m now homeschooling them so my hours to work are limited. BUT I TRUST YOU LORD! I keep faith even as I constantly struggle to provide for my kids and I constantly struggle to buy groceries. I receive hate for sharing my testimony. My testimony is one of faith. No matter what we are facing God will give us strength to over come. Thankfully I have you Lord! I know I’m not alone. Faith over fear!

[@negativetraction5721]

We are praying for you in my household. If anyone else reads this please do the same! You are NOT alone, as you stated. And I know that Jesus will provide. Just likes he does for the birds in the sky and the fish in the sea.

[@JasonSullivanBigBass]

I'm praying I know God will give you what you need. He has blessed me just to stay on my feet taking care of my kids . God is amazing keep faith and remember never quit don't give in to Satan you got this God please give her my blessings for today Amen

[@larkov3940]

I know an online prayer group that is welcoming to people of all backgrounds, they do prayer requests and the leaders of the group (who my family know personally) are kind and do Gods work through the group. I could share an invite through email if you'd like to stop by.

[@FollowerOfJesusChrist1]

Wow… 💔 keep on going sis. God is always with you even when it doesn’t feel like it. That’s when he’s the closest. Don’t lose faith, He promises abundance for those who suffer in his name. Your time is coming, just keep faith! He will bless you beyond belief! Praying for you and your situation! ❤🙏🏾

[@ApolloImprovement]

I’m praying for you 🙏🏻 Stay strong you got this

[@AlphaAchilles]

The most horrific things a person can ever hear. “Depart from me, you workers of inequity, I never knew you.”

[@emmanuelansah4035]

It's the most dreadful thing possible. May God help us all

[@michellebordeaux8479]

Absolutely.....a very horrific thought

[@Faithfinder232]

Cliffe is one of the greatest explainers. Thank you sir.

[@toneloke7489]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dfjpr]

Does his explanation of the smell of the shit convince you of its attractiveness? It's a tough job, I'd hate to be in his position

[@Faithfinder232]

@@dfjpr you'd hate, you're correct on that one.

[@mogesyemane]

Cliff is exceptionally brilliant. I pray might God bless him more and live longer so that he keeps spreading the word of God.

[@JoieJuice18ChosenOne]

His back up is his son Stuart love hearing him .. set people straight

[@johnno.]

Wow this is brilliant. I used to think cliffes apologetics was lacking but now i see just how powerful of an orator and a preacher he is. To proclaim the name of Jesus Christ is a beautiful thing God bless cliffs and his family

[@PoweredbyJESUS7]

We’re you a unbeliever at the time you thought his teaching was lacking?

[@dfjpr]

​@@PoweredbyJESUS7 that's impossible.

[@dfjpr]

It wasn't even close to good. He's just trying desperately to rescue lost causes, rather than sticking to what might still be salvaged from the wreckage of the deeply failed books.

[@PoweredbyJESUS7]

@@dfjpr was that comment suppose to make sense?

[@PoweredbyJESUS7]

@@dfjpr what failed books are you referring to?

[@deathbeforedishonor0367]

This man is passionate for the lord. He loves Christ and spreads the word with truth. He even engages in debates and conversations, and doesn’t force anyone to believe in anything, he just encourages thought, and gives them the knowledge to base their thought off of. Great dide

[@dfjpr]

Oh the Lord oh the Lord.... have some dignity man. The voice in your head is your own voice, start taking responsibility for it.

[@deathbeforedishonor0367]

@@dfjpr I’ve never heard gods voice, and I’ll never claim to. I have an internal monologue, yes, but I’ve never been spoken to, or have misheard my own voice as gods voice. You can hate all you want, but I’m going to believe what I believe. If you don’t believe in that, then I’m sorry, and I honestly pray you find god one day, and I hope one day you’re saved. Dark days are upon us, and it would be wise to look into the lord of god. Everyone is a sinner, and we can all repent and be lifted up into everlasting life. Have a good night

[@deathbeforedishonor0367]

The word of god*

[@dfjpr]

@@deathbeforedishonor0367 no problem, I'm glad you don't confuse internal dialogue for God, many do. If dark days are upon us, then we must engage politically and be right and do right. God never will and never has interrupted dark times, he will let them be. People must engage themselves to fight for the forces of good, because it's not God's job and he won't do it, nor did he ever do it. Famously, when the Templars fought the Saracens, it was the same God providing protection to both sides, and they in fact both incurred a huge death toll.

[@AceLahadi]

first time commenting and I must say this man's got a gift being able to think fast on your feet and give good answers. bless you Mr cliffe really hope I could meet you in person someday.

[@dustytoebean]

Cliffe has helped guide me to Christ. I love how he has done research into other religions to show that Christ is the way and how he encourages his audience to do the same. I used to enjoy delving into Eastern philosophies like Hinduism and Buddhism because I was a huge skeptic to life, and I appreciated how Eastern philosophy encourages self-exploration. However, I was not 100% fulfilled by practicing these beliefs. It wasn’t until I prayed to God and started reading the Bible that I regained my motivation, tenacity, and peace. I was in a rut, depressed, and anxious for years. Now that I’ve reached out to God and started reading scripture, I’ve been so much happier. Thank you, Cliffe and thank you, Lord! ❤️✝️

[@Trustinhimnotyou]

God bless you!

[@dustytoebean]

@@Trustinhimnotyou God bless you too, beautiful soul! ✝️

[@joshuaedwards9830]

the endless exploration of the Bible seems to have brought me maybe 25% peace, and 75% total misery, despair and confusion. How can that be good? How can I be saved if im struggling so much to simply not despise its teachings because they seem contradictory to everything that is in fact good. I love Jesus. Hes my only hope. But I cannot seem to trust in a God who is legalistic. God is above the faulty human concept of law, is He not? How can I trust a God who hates something as seemingly good and homosexual love. The only negative aspect of homosexuality is lack of procreation. Thats not necessarily a bad thing. How can i trust a God who sets forth such arbitrary laws, with no explanation aside from "I said its bad, so its bad". I feel condemned. I smoke cannabis, but in reality, it is no worse than a drink of alcohol. Why do Christians condemn so many things like these that aren't necessarily evil, or are no more evil than the things we already do. I cant see past their hypocrisy and my own hypocrisy. Im a wretched man and the only way I can seem to know God is by despising myself. Despising my sin. If my relationship with God is built of my own self-hatred and self-flagellation, how is that a healthy relationship? Over Easter, i felt Gods presence guiding me every day. But today, all i see in Christians is self-righteousness and judgement, devoid of forgiveness and logical reasoning and understanding. God wants to reason with us, so why cant we? Why the laws, why the horribly humanistic legalism that destroys and doesnt build up? Why am I so pathetic in my attempts to follow God, why. Just why.

[@polythenewrappedme6102]

Good advice, as always Cliffe. I was in my church for 28 years. It was a honour to serve, on the Parochial Church Council. However, 11 out of the 12 PCC members voted to lie to the congregation. I reminded them of Romans 1, 1 Corinthians 6 and Revelation 21, but to no avail. They were convinced that a greater good gave them justification to lie. I told them you will know a tree by its fruit, a good tree produces good fruit and a bad tree produces bad fruit (no good will come from doing what God forbids) and do not worry about tomorrow (as it turned out, their fears never came true and they worried for nothing, not trusting in God). I pleaded with them several times. I stayed until after the dust settled. But when they started rewriting history and denying they had lied, I knew of they would not listen to the words of Jesus, they would not listen to me. So I left. It has not altered my faith. But they now hate preach. The opposite to love God, your neighbour, your enemy and pray for those who persecute you. They judge contrary to Matthew 7:1. They have stopped reaching out, and church has become a club for nice people. John 12:47 makes Jesus's ministry clear - to save the world. Somehow their zealous pursuit to be a "bible believing church" has actually had the opposite effect. When you hate, you don't walk with Jesus. It seems a shame in the UK you either have churches who hate, or churches that think sin is permissible. I really don't want to join either.

[@yea.whtvr1]

God bless you Cliffe, I just want to let you know your videos have strengthened my understanding of our faith. I am currently trying to share the gospel with my co-worker who is a Buddhist, I pray the Lord reveals himself to him and touches his heart. Thank you for these amazing discussions, they have helped tremendously with being able to casually talk with non-believers in Christ.

[@destiny9734]

This is so powerful pastor Cliffe. God bless you!

[@dfjpr]

I tried listening, but I was disappointed.

[@destiny9734]

@@dfjpr that’s a shame. Have a watch of one of Cliffe’s other videos. They’re different each time. God bless you bro.

[@ethanpower9245]

Clif is the best and has been an absolute inspiration. I ask God to be a warrior for Him🙏

[@DingusJones73]

So beautifully and intricately said🙏🏽 Absolutely love you and your content Cliffe!!

[@flieger8332]

Not believing doesn't equal not existing

[@NTK11]

I love you Cliffe, my brother! I always appreciate your word. Long live Christ, my lord!

[@IliterateAshole]

Man i kinda wish he released completely unedited versions of all of these. From the moment he he walked up to his spot to the final goodbye.

[@seanhillery1231]

The young lady who was asking questions is very close to the truth, but has clearly never been taught God’s word. It’s an interesting exercise finding out what is holding these people back. Cliffe is definitely doing a great job of explaining what the Bible says, and gracefully answering their questions. It sounds like their big hang up (unsurprisingly) is that they believe they haven’t done anything actually wrong, and introducing God into the equation infringes upon their authority over their behavior. This is why its mission critical for parents to not only instill a Godly authority over their children in the house, but to do so justly and fairly- otherwise, kids are just going to grow up resenting every authority but their own.

[@seanhillery1231]

@@Theo_Skeptomai what constitutes evidence? Can’t ANYTHING be considered evidence? For that matter, what do you consider valid evidence for God? Furthermore, how would you know what kind of evidence would exist that would prove a supernatural being (outside of nature) using purely natural, or physical evidence? Can you provide your criteria you have for “evidentiary facts” that would convince you of the existence of the eternal, almighty creator of the universe? You weren’t specific in your question.

[@seanhillery1231]

@@Theo_Skeptomai “Substantiates the truth claim….” To whom? Who is judging this claim to be true or false? You did say ANY, but who determines if the truth claim is valid? “I am only assessing the truth of your claim.” Is that so? You, in fact, are the one judging the validity of the truth claim? If so, then please provide the criteria you have so that your standard of valid evidence may be presented. Otherwise, you are begging the question with no stated condition that could prove the claim. Imagine if you said, “prove to me that you have a quarter in your hand.” I open my hand and show you a quarter. Then you say “that proves nothing to me, that could be an optical illusion, prove to me that there is actually a quarter in your hand.” You see, this is your hang up, if you’re being honest, you wouldn’t know what proof for God’s existence looks like or sounds like unless you can state it. What if I said “show me a picture of Rachael.” And you said “which Rachel?” And I said, doesn’t matter, show me the evidence for Rachel. Seeing a problem?

[@seanhillery1231]

@@Theo_Skeptomai You already stated that you determine what is true about a claim I make, not me. I do have evidence for you to consider, but you must explain to me the criteria my evidence must meet in order to convince you, otherwise- your proposition is absurd. Imagine if you asked me, “how do I fix my car?” Then I ask, “what do you mean by fixed?” Then you say, “you need to inspect every possible issue the car has and make the proper modification in order for me to be satisfied.” I then proceed to diagnose what I feel is wrong with the car TO MY STANDARDS, and deliver the car to you. You then tell me “you have not fixed my car to my satisfaction, it doesn’t go 175mph and I can’t see 360 degrees with my rear view mirror.” Do you see why YOU need to specify YOUR subjective criteria to meet YOUR satisfaction for “evidentiary facts?” The next person could ask the same thing you did, I could say “beep boop, beep beep” and they say, “I now believe beyond a shadow of a doubt.” Does that prove anything? No, it doesn’t.

[@seanhillery1231]

@@Theo_Skeptomai okay…. What demonstrates that something is true for you? How do you discern whether something is true or something is false? In other words. How do you validate a truth claim and does objective truth exist?

[@seanhillery1231]

@@Theo_Skeptomai when you’re being asked non-starters, it’s important to point out the inconsistencies in the question. Also, you’re asking for definitive proof of the creator of the universe, did you imagine that if you received a satisfactory answer that it would be a simple answer? I’ve asked quite a few unanswered qualifying questions. How about getting straight to the point- What evidence from the natural world would you accept as satisfactory proof of the supernatural creator of the natural universe?

[@watchmanti70]

Thank u Cliffe!!! Praise the LORD in the mighty name of YAHSHUWHA ♥️🙏

[@jacksprrow]

i always click instantly when these get posted!!!

[@ceaser744]

God bless you Cliffe for spreading the word of God and explaining scriptures and making our understanding of God’s word better

[@davedavid2914]

God bless you brother cliff and all your family ❤ you always speak the truth Jesus is Lord

[@user-du7rm6ij1g]

I really love this man of God.❤❤❤ More grace to you in Jesus Christ name.🙏🙏🙏

[@LiberatedbyGod]

It's only been two minutes of me watching this video and I'm already digging it.

[@dfjpr]

Well keep digging, because the bible is dead and needs to be burried.

[@phoenixgamer1565]

Personally I think Cliffe is one of the best Christian apologists on the planet. He explains the Bible and Jesus very well. His ability to converse and hold his own against atheists' attacks is something to witness. Thank you for all you do Cliffe!

[@phoenixgamer1565]

@@Theo_Skeptomai There is more than enough evidence. Jesus truly existed, performed miracles, claimed to be God and He fulfilled hundreds of prophecies. And rose from the dead with more than 500 witnesses. And you are in luck, but be careful what you wish for. You are about to witness Revelation 13:18 come to pass with your own eyes. The plandemic was part of it. The mark will utilize CBDC for the beast payment system. Just admit that you don't want God to exist. The reality is that He does and you are a fool and have been your entire life. Humans don't come from explosions. God created all life.

[@dfjpr]

If this is as good as it gets then .... I suppose it is what it is .... inescapably weak.

[@phoenixgamer1565]

@@dfjpr You will see God one day; Reject Him and you will pay for your sins forever. Or, you can accept salvation now. The choice is yours.

[@dfjpr]

@@phoenixgamer1565 no, Christianity says bad people pay for their sins, and good people... whatever. But then it also says we all go to the same place basically. Long story short, you've not even understood the religion. And even if you were right, I could just become a jew or hindu, and then that religion would teach me their rules to god and ignore yours if they are silly.

[@dfjpr]

@@phoenixgamer1565 nobody actually sees god though do they. What does he look like?

[@NewCreationInChrist896]

Amen, Glory to King Jesus, you go Cliffe. I have no objections.

[@jasonnoble7302]

You make objections ? Fascinating 🤷‍♂️

[@inhatoyeptho2983]

Good to see you again👍

[@OurSavior-xr3yc]

THE PARTING 🌸🕊🌸🕊🌸🕊🌸 when the view of the sun is blocked by mountainous clouds an air is heavy on the chest as if a chest is pressing down I reach out for the only help yet they walk away shrugging heads it seems as if all hope compressed or tightened as a an iron vice my eyes almost close for good till a fleck of sun poked through an air slowly met my lungs With A Voice Following Simply Saying "Breathe And Rise!" in seconds my heart was light my lungs full Giving Hope Aplenty Now Through The Clouds I See God The Son Amongst Such Shining Light An A Smile Only Christ Can Give What A Beautiful Image I Long To See Soon Friends Soon From This World, Amnesty

[@lumalabay]

Thank You Cliffe . Thank You God . Thank You Jesus . I Love you All.

[@Majhibabu-vx4lq]

Amen hallelujah 💓 thanks pastor

[@vanessab2726]

I love how Cliffe explains everything so clearly ❤what a great speaker who is doing a wonderful work in evangelizing the youth

[@dfjpr]

That is very dangerous. The bible says many terrible terrible things, and caused a lot of trauma to a lot of people.

[@vanessab2726]

@@dfjpr There is coming a day when evil doers will receive Judgement. Humble yourself under the Mighty hand of God. He came to seek and save that which is lost. He came to call sinners to repentance. I hope you heed his warning while there is still a chance for your Salvation.

[@dfjpr]

@@vanessab2726 sounds like a gangster.

[@vanessab2726]

@@dfjpr He died for your sins so you could be reconciled to him. He was innocent. We all broke the law he paid the fine. Nothing gangster about that.

[@knxcholx]

@@vanessab2726 you need to get better at conveying the truth

[@JasonSullivanBigBass]

Love the videos Cliff. I really want you to know I'm thankful for your hard and brave work. You have made me so strong with Jesus. I see it now sin came in all of us from way back . Then God gave us Jesus Christ to die for our sins. He gave us the Holy Spirit and I feel it every day but I really feel the sin to crazy but thank you man God loves us and Jesus has risen

[@JeezyF]

This is probably the best askcliffe video out there

[@saintpaulofyoutube4416]

LGBTers seem to be the only ones that want to be affirmed in their sin.

[@treylem3]

Thank God for men like Cliffe, who feel God called them to share the truth, ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES! Thank you God, plz help us all to understand better

[@CHrist_is_KinG]

How does this have only 1000 likes cliffes KZbin channel is so underrated.

[@2Himgrateful]

Excellent video!!

[@arulraj3076]

Amen, Brother cliffe !

[@justingary5322]

Well I haven't been around for a month because of work but I come back to you now at the turn of the tide like Gandalf The White 😂. You may not live tomorrow or the rest of this day so live your Life in Truth. Love my fellow brothers and sisters in Christ 🙏👊❤️. Many religious beliefs can be similar not the exact same based on culture and location 💯. Agnostics don't really make a decision about God's Existence because it doesn't matter to them as much just like apatheists but at least they're honest. I miss the good Old Days of common sense, rational discourse, sanity and clarity when people could have good conversations. AMEN brothers and sisters in Christ our Lord and God bless brother Stuart and Cliffe Knechtle's Apologetics ministry even though Cliffe's getting older but he held his own pretty well explaining Christianity and theism to these people. It's obviously not the burden of proof for believers but God Himself to meet the burden of proof which He has for us Christian theists despite what Atheists claim are just unsupported claims. This has nothing to do with the video but please listen if you want to otherwise leave it alone and ignore it. Hello my name is Justin and I'm a Christian and Apologist but I'm also a college student. I'm not a closed minded Theist as I have nothing against Atheists or unbelievers as I speak to them often to understand their reasons for unbelief but we as Christians are convinced of God's Existence due to many real factors). I'm not trying to convert anyone or convince anyone to become Christians as that's The Holy Spirit's job to help people believe but only explain why I believe in Jesus Christ. There's actually evidence of God's Existence in Christianity. First of all there's proof that Jesus of Nazareth existed in history since the writings of Tacitus, Josephus Flavius, Pliny the younger and other historical documents prove that He was living two thousand years ago that even scholars both religious and Atheists agree with historically speaking but not that He's The Divine Son of God because obviously they don't. I'm going to give you historical and archeological evidence for God's Existence as The Scriptures have prophecies that predate the events recorded in them by several millennia including Matthew, Hosea and Zechariah which prophesy accurately of the people of Israel becoming a nation again after over 1900 years of being scattered around the nations since the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem in 70 A.D. spoken of by Christ in Matthew 23:29-24:3 and returning to their homeland after The Holocaust with Jerusalem as their capital in 1948 exactly as Jesus The Christ said. The prophets including Daniel spoke of the time where several world empires would arise and fall including the Babylonian kingdom, Medes and Persians, Roman Empire, and Saladin and the Muslims which went in consecutive order for the past few millennia. The people of Israel becoming a nation after The Holocaust in 1948 (ironically the melting point of gold as God compares Israel to gold that's tested in fire in Zechariah 13:8 and Jeremiah 16:15) exactly how Jesus The Christ said would happen since God us everything to come in The Scriptures and not just because people were working towards as Atheists claim which are impossible for any regular man to predict. Just before anyone says Christianity is a white man's religion made to oppress blacks during slavery you obviously aren't aware that the first Christians were Jews in The Middle East and that Christianity just like any religion can be used by evil and corrupt people to oppress others but you forget that the first Abolitionists/Civil Rights activists were Christians who sought to abolish slavery, racism, segregation, injustice and prejudice throughout American history. Jesus The Christ loves you enough not to give you what we all deserve which is God's Wrath by His Own Blood. Charles Darwin didn't originally come up with The Theory of Evolution over 200 years ago as it is mentioned in the writings of Ancient Greeks who believed in Demons that gave knowledge to philosophers. Evolution makes no sense when nothing has evolved after thousands of years of human history and supposedly the first creature came from primordial sludge several millions of years ago funny how they won't believe that God an Eternal Almighty Spirit Being created us from the Earth) which came from a supermassive expansion of matter at high temperature that inexplicably created everything in the known universe that supposedly came from nothing billions of years ago. How did the organs evolve before there were bones, skin, substance and how did any creatures see before eyes evolved? I've studied evolution and abiogenesis in the past and read Darwin's " On The Origin of Species" and I'm not convinced of macro Evolutionary biology but I accept micro Evolution such as speciation and adaptation because there's no evidence of macro Evolutionary biology nor clear observable examples of it where living creatures evolve into other kinds of species plus the fact that fossils don't show evidence of evolution and genetic entropy rules out evolution. The question begs how did two genders evolve from a common ancestor with a perfectly hospitable and sustainable environment with breathable oxygen and resources to survive on inexplicably? Atheists have the burden of proof to explain how everything came to be and why our existence is possible without the Existence of God from an godless perspective just as Christians have to provide evidence of God's Existence and the validity of His Word. Evolution requires life to already exist in order to take any effect in living organisms so it doesn't account for the existence of Life and reality. Also evolution is impossible because it goes against The Law of entropy and the second Law of thermodynamics because evolution makes things better whereas nothing continues to get better but decays and turns to absolute destruction in the end. Mark Ridley an Evolutionist said "No evolutionist whether gradualist or punctuationist uses the fossil record as evidence in favor of The Theory of Darwinian Evolution as opposed to special Creation". God's Existence is made perfectly known and observable in the universe as demonstrated in His Handiwork in the intelligently designed manner that Creation was made, human consciences and consciousness historical and archaeological evidence of God's Word being valid history, fulfillment of Bible Prophecies God in His Holiness and Righteousness could give us what we deserve in Hell for our since but He's merciful to give us free will to choose to accept or reject His gift of salvation by grace through faith in His Son Jesus. I don't mean this is any condescending manner but if you'd like to discuss The Scriptures with me or have me listen to your view on anything my instagram account is Savage Christian Kombatant.

[@JohnCashin]

@@Theo_Skeptomai Thanks, Theo. I did try to respond to the point you were making to a Christian here in the other thread regarding how their assertion that the God of the Bible is reality incurs a burden of proof on them, which is absolutely correct of course. My post didn't go through on that other thread though, so I'll copy-paste the rest of it on here and hopefully, it will go through this time. I've heard Muslims make exactly the same assertion as Christians here. They will say "Allah of the Quran is reality". Now, just like with Christians, I'm not in a position to prove they are wrong but what is very striking is that they both will start off with making a case for 'some type of a God' like Cliffe often does. They will make the point about how "The universe and the natural world couldn't have just come out of nothing" (as if anyone ever said that anyway) and then, they will go on to talk about how "the laws of the universe and the fact of the existence of morality denote some type of a mind" etc. Now that's one thing, which we can discuss with them but they don't stop there. Instead, from that "Some type of a God" case, they then both make this enormous great leap to "...and it must be the God WE believe in"....well hang on...how did they get to that? They might say something like "Well, looking at the universe, this world and everything, it seems to best fit the qualities of this God we believe in". Well, how woolly is that? The state of the universe and this world could potentially fit any God notion, even the deistic idea of God, or it could possibly suggest that there is no God at all, at least, not one that cares. I see no justification for "...and therefore it must be the God/Jesus of the Bible" or "..and therefore it must be Allah".

[@glug307]

God loves you guys!

[@bacontheclown2502]

Jesus Christ is King 👑

[@dfjpr]

He wanted to be, but when they attempted the rebellion, it failed and he was arrested. So the Romans remained in charge of Judea.

[@kenkaneki65412]

​@@dfjprWhat do u mean, Jesus has won, he has won death

[@shawng6432]

I'm the King not Jesus

[@kenkaneki65412]

@@shawng6432 king of your own imagination, i bet u can't turn a single hair grey or white with ur will

[@mr.retrohale6673]

I notice that a lot times nonbelievers go off of what they "hear about what the Bible says" its hardly ever about what they actually read for themselves

[@NowaboMusic]

That's true. And sadly it's like that for a lot of believers, too.

[@mr.retrohale6673]

@@NowaboMusic that's true as well. It's one thing to believe in a God but if you call yourself a follower of Jesus Christ then you need to actually read what he preached and learn to walk the walk and not just talk the talk.

[@eggw.6757]

​@@Theo_SkeptomaiI would like to, if the offer extends to anyone.

[@eggw.6757]

@@Theo_Skeptomai I do. I believe in the most High, that God exists and He formed the universe, heavens, and the earth

[@eggw.6757]

@@Theo_Skeptomai I will tell you, it was a gradual process, but even just in looking around me. Looking at the sky and how the stars ae scattered around. The placement of the moon, and how bright it shines. The sun, the clouds and their beauty. Even ourselves, even you. It was realizing that behind this, there had to be someone who created it all. Someone had to have created this world we lived in, this universe, and even our organs, which are perfectly and complexly aligned. Now of course, there is the argument that this was brought about by the Big Bang, but even then, the Big Bang couldn't have produced itself on its own. There had to have been someone to spark that kind of reaction, causing a chain of matter to form this very universe. We may thank "Mother Nature" for the beauty of nature, but when you look further, it all came from God. One analogy I can give you is this. When you look at the house that you live in, you see that it was built right? You understand that even though you're living in it, it *had* to be built by someone. A tall building had to have been built by someone. Similarly, we are the same. We had to be formed by someone, just like the grass/sky/Earth.

[@aubss.worldd]

hello, keep up the good work❤.!

[@leefowler5966]

God bless you cliff, I am happy that there are still good Christians that do this type of stuff and bring those who are beginning to listen to the devil's lies. "Forgive them lord, for they know not what they do."

[@JesusisGodandKingofkimgs]

Have you ever lied, stolen, used God's name in vain, looked wuth lust? if so you need to repent today and Believe in Jesus Christ to save you from Hell and go to heaven instead

[@BraveKnightJ]

This man is the best preacher ever he has an answer for literally everything God bless

[@justingary5322]

Not really watch his debates with Matt Dillahunty, Aaron Ra and other Atheists he gets tripped up over his emotions when he can't answer certain questions but I love Cliffe Knechtle and his sons Stuart Knechtle

[@ericscaillet2232]

Correct,he has some answers but not all and often answer with a deflection of an unrelated analogy with example - his main point is that we cannot base and or attain real truth in subjectivity and need a referee of a higher disposition , would like to listen to Cliff non biblical definition of what God is -least we forget that all biblical text were written by men and not God , inspired or not ,I think that judeo monotheistic outlook is incomplete and not complete ,more can be found in the Emerald tablets and going back further in our existence on this planet ,xtianity takes care of the basics but lack depth and tend to paint man as a dumbell that needs an everlasting father and referee to settle our differences and understanding.

[@robmc120]

@@justingary5322 "Not really watch his debates with Matt Dillahunty, Aaron Ra and other Atheists " The people who have NO objective foundation for their claims? Ill believe the triune God's supernaturally fulfilled prophecy in reality (Romans 1:26-32/2 Timothy 4:3/Matthew 24:6/1 Corinthians 1:18), historically verified (archaeologically & anthropologically by Christians & non-Christians w/enemy/early/multiple attestation, internal consistency, embarrassing reports, etc.) & transcendentally/objectively moral (Exodus 20/Matthew 22:37-40) Holy Bible over their fallible opinion.....

[@DrxkeFN]

Not everything

[@DrxkeFN]

@@justingary5322No he doesn’t. They got nothing.

[@curiousgeorge555]

Cliffe Rocks!

[@exposingnaturesbeauty2041]

I always think of when people are nervous and are unclear of the holy trinity loving them. I'd imagine it's like how we have our own children that lose their ways and that we pray for them to make it back rather then remain in sin or speak in blasphemy. I would want the best for my kids but you know that you can't force your ideals onto someone else, it makes perfect sense why we go through this experience know as life on earth. God bless and lets do the best we can with what we've got!

[@simpicusmaximus]

I appreciate how he says "good question" even when its a disrespectful one

[@retributive]

Credit to the young woman at 14:00, very open minded and very intelligent. What drove me to Cliffe's teaching was that he wasn't some fear-mongerer or had ulterior motive with his teachings. He has answers to the questions and a genuine interest in spreading the word

[@damianwhite504]

Cliffe boy is firing on ALL cylinders here. You can hear the cogs whizzing in his beautiful head. He stalks, he waits, he wobbles ever so slightly and then.........he pounces like a tiger. The man is a wonder and a buffoon at the same time

[@balticadventure1481]

Hey Cliff! How can I get to ask you a question and get an answer for you from outside the US?

[@Lynz713]

I appluad this man for being brave and honest enough to admit his flaws openly and publicly. This is the type of teacher i would want to learn the bible from. No, he is not perfect, and he admitted that... but i think he gets it and he does a really good job of conveying the ideas of the bible and thus Gods nature 🥰

[@thelthrythquezada8397]

I really really miss the 90s era! I don't mind how we dressed back thing, and wouldn't be mad if we went back in time. You can't have these calm debates today without feelings being involved.

[@livers2500]

God bless cliffe

[@ryanjamietaylor1134]

Will you go to Uconn?! My alma mater, would love to see it!

[@Kukum33]

That's Amazing Cliff

[@CarlsonLeBrun]

I would LOVE to see some sort of Cliff for kids program

[@Adam_A_Christian]

That would be awesome. He could make it interactive, like a choose your own adventure novel with a recording of Cliff giving answers to specific questions the characters need answers for to move forward. - "I. Do. Not. Know..." turn to pg. 23 for further instructions. What about other religions..? "Sir, you'll have to come up with your own criteria and then look at the source documents.. if Muhammad is reliable, then follow him, if you find Jesus more reliable, follow Him." 😁

[@amandanield5380]

i do wish the vid would show the whole conversation from start to finish instead of cutting off, I wanted to see the recipients final response.

[@aarongreene4067]

such a smart young considerate and understanding girl

[@PureBlackLotus]

I have a question i would love answered,what is the oldest video of cliffe knechtle?

[@church.is.blind.to.understand.]

Get to know some of the people you preach with.... cultivate relationship cliff. Enjoy the church right there sir what an amazing opportunity to enjoy, shepherding, guiding as the Father guides you and your time with these hungry sheep. I hope cultivating in the soil is going well with you and your fellow followers..... or just attendees? We must be in one accord not preached at let's cultivate as ones who Shepherd 😊

[@Lonewolf-oh2qy]

The Lost must be found and the broken must be mended, he who has an eye let him see and he who has an ear let him hear

[@onyeilonyeil9468]

Pastor Cliffe is real good at answering questions

[@dfjpr]

Nah ... He's less informative than just reading the bible yourself. He made numerous errors while representing Jesus and the bible, what's the point. And he can't answer anything the bible doesn't say.

[@onyeilonyeil9468]

@@dfjpr Every human is less informative than reading Scripture urself, dats a given. I didn't hear any errors. Of course he can't answer anything the Bible doesn't say, & dats why he said, "I don't know." But wat he does is, based on wat he's read & Gods character as revealed in Scripture, he tells d students wat he thinks.

[@dfjpr]

@@onyeilonyeil9468 I heard numerous mistakes. Just read it yourself.

[@JB-ku7uz]

​@@dfjpr examples?

[@dfjpr]

@@JB-ku7uz I think he gives examples almost every second. He doesn't even understand what he repeats like a parrot. For example "Jesus is the truth", he doesn't know what that means, so he cannot use it for anything.

[@agustinabanawe3701]

god bless amen

[@MatheAmadeus]

what is going on with the guy's shirt in the background 18:40

[@obrienisland6058]

“I wanna do it cuz of how I feel” The human heart is deceitful and your feelings are just signals not commands. Something can feel good and not actually be for the greater good. As well as you can feel sad for making the right decision. It’s not related.

[@stuartwebster5821]

I admire this preacher for his honesty, especially when it comes to pointing to his own sinfulness and unworthiness in the sight of God. He doesn't convict people of their and sin directly but does it through his own sins and shortcomings. And he is honest enough not to use the fear of hell to frighten people into belief because he admits to not knowing what it will be like, except that it will be an eternal separation from God. I agree with him here and go even further in saying that a literal eternal punishment in fiery flames is not taught in the bible. Hell very often means the grave and fiery furnaces is just picture language to denote final and complete destruction - everlasting death, non existence and absence from God's presence. Ecclesiates 9:5 says: "For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten" Interestingly there is no 'reward' in death, never mind of any mention of continual punishment. We are told the wages of sin is death i.e not existing. We are not told the wages of sin is burning forever. He is also right that it is the right attitude to sin that God wants - the actual nature of the sin is immaterial. As Christians we hate sin even though we still do it. The important thing is we repent of it and we are forgiven through the blood of Jesus.

[@ruleofthespirit]

Wow, time before cell phones.

[@DavidK13032]

where does Cliff preach? Id love to see it irl some day

[@yuliaaaaaaaaaaa]

Hey! Could you come to Emory University one day?

[@whodey4851]

My church the last months theme was called "dropping our religion" bc religion puts rules in place to make u think you only get to Heaven by being a good lil boy or girl and makes you think you deserve it like the faricees but my church teaches about dropping your religion and beginning a relationship with Jesus and putting your faith in Jesus Christ believinging his promises like you would your mother ❤ putting your faith in him and you will begin to truely follow and it makes you WANT to be more loving to everyone . Not forcing it truely loving God and in term these laws God put in our hearts and minds become easier to follow. He's not a mean judge you don't have to be afraid. He wants a relationship with us and to guide us not to ridicule us for everything we do wrong ❤

[@Inkubun]

Honestly I like watching these because they were filmed in the 90s, I'm just really into 90s America.

[@elizabethiloveelohim137]

I refuse to compromise with God's Word and just join any congregation.

[@midimusicforever]

Jesus Christ is my hope!

[@goatess9255]

15 Verses 18 to 20. [18] "If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. [19] If you were of the world, the world would love its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you.

[@grantgilbert621]

Yo I go to TXST San Marcos and I see on TikTok he makes videos there and I would like to know when he comes here. Any help?

[@givemeananswer]

We were there last week

[@grantgilbert621]

@@givemeananswer will he be coming back soon

[@adoramy2013]

What a great way of describing sin and hell

[@gsquat]

We are not directed towards churches, but towards other who believe in Christ, no matter where they are. You can gather with friends, family, or strangers of any number. Even if it's just one other person.

[@jimmoore9490]

Sudarium of Oviedo, Shroud of Turin, WAXS

[@Beautiful_Blessed]

10:30 😂 love your clap backs

[@EHFootball-xf7ri]

27 years ago

[@Chrisstian111]

Crazy how fast time has gone by...

[@TreenighetMaranata]

Jesus Love is so conditional because humanitys fallen nature/condition is in a inescapable/unavoidable state, and only in and through Jesus Christ we can be forgiven and Saved! Jesus said plainly, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life! No one comes to the Father except through Me". ✝

[@daniellanglois6782]

Near the end of the video we approach the discussion of getting to know the God/Gods by looking for evidence of reliability. - How can one possibly do so by not letting their predispositions, upbringing, and culture dictate what to look for? How do you wean out the "bull" from the truth? - I want to know God and Jesus better because I grew up Christian, but that's honestly all I have as a motivator. How can I discern evidence of reliability without interpretation? - Looking for advice here, anyone chime in. 🙏🏼

[@gowhite]

Just pray, ask, and trust God to help you. Then read the bible from the start assuming you're as dumb as a child! If you read something that doesn't make sense or seems fishy, assume you're too stupid to understand and keep reading, and eventually you'll learn why what you read actually made perfect sense. Finally, Christianity is not merely a religion, its an experience. Jesus is alive today, and works wonders TODAY! That for me is what holds my faith when I'm about to backslide, remembering the times I asked Jesus for something, or I received a personal word from God, and things worked out perfectly, in a way that only the Ruler of the universe could orchestrate. You'll experience it too very shortly if you pursue Him earnestly. Matthew 6:33.

[@christiand7437]

Many churches direct you to money....instead of a humble suffering servant... modeling after Jesus. The word must be there...that's how you will find Christ and given his Spirit!

[@moosehead4497]

"I'm incredibly tolerant " " I will not listen to opinions that aren't the same as mine"

[@thevisualpodcast4383]

Hello my name is will and I have a very dear question if that's okay, I'm unsure if you will answer but I am from the uk and I do not know how to get in touch with you or cliffe to help me understand my question. I am a believer in Jesus Christ and love him dearly, and I have a dream which is to retire my parents have my own wife and children, take them all on and experience with them beautiful memories and holidays and to help people in need and spread the gospel, I have prayed to god many times about this dream and still do but I worry so very much and fear that I won't be able to do this dream due to the fact I keep seeing a lot on the internet about Jesus return or the rapture and it worry's me so much I won't be able to do my live out my dream and I have asked Jesus to please grant me the ability to live out my dream. Can you help me understand more and give me some clearance on this issue. I apologise for the long message. I hope you reply❤️

[@sam_tate]

No man knows the hour, so live your life. If he comes tomorrow, you won't miss your dream. If it's meant for you to live out your dream, then it will happen. Live to glorify him, and work towards what you want.

[@bonnie43uk]

whats stopping you from doing all those things you want to do? I'm not sure I understand your question?

[@justingary5322]

Ok Will hi

[@asorafilipo1766]

Please remember Religions are ways people trying to get to God but Christianity is The WAY GOD provide for mankind to return to HIM a relationship with Him and be CITIZEN of the KINGDOM of HEAVEN forever so please believe in your heart and confess that Jesus is God your Lord and Saviour you will be save and live byEMUNAH FAITH not by sight and show by your good works Amen ❤️💯🙏

[@fernandoautoshow77]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Tachynon]

"As long as I do good works every now and then, it shouldn't matter how I live out the other parts of my life." It doesn't take a behavioural scientist to figure out anyone with that kind of mentality towards their partners wouldn't have a fulfilling loving relationship for very long. If that can't work with people, why do atheists think it works with God?

[@FriendlyEvangelist]

Wow! That's a GREAT observation. That is exactly why loving God and knowing God is a Relationship is like a 100% committed marriage. Abd that's why rarely there is any 100% marriages or 100% commitment to God in the world today.

[@whodey4851]

That man that said he doesn't know where his sense of right comes from needs taught about God writing his laws in our hearts and minds and I think he would understand eventually where that "gut feeling" is coming from. Its God's law reminding you what's wrong and wrong in this world.of chaos

[@420Yako]

Jesus is as real as you are. I found out the hard way that others might not have to.

[@josegalan9082]

The audio back then was terrible, i could barely understand anything the first guys said

[@dt820]

I believe Jesus is the truth, i believe the truth is Jesus, and righteousness will lead us to our father who is in heaven

[@YENKOGT]

Wow a blonde Nicolás cage getting lecture by Cliff

[@forrnx.]

on the ladies question about God's "conditional" love. It isn't true. When you sin or choose to be away from God he doesn't love you any LESS. His love remains the same. However, there are consequences for rejecting infinite goodness. ie: infinite bad. You can still love someone & punish them as well. Parents do it to their children since the dawn of time. ❤

[@dannyjaye]

FINALLY, a preacher who understands what Hell actually is : God giving us what we want and being separated from us. That is so refreshing to hear someone actually get it right for a change instead of the whole “burning hellscape” fallacy

[@dannyjaye]

@@Deathhellandthegrave The Bible says nowhere that "Hell" is a burning place either. The only mention of anything to that effect is the Lake of Fire in Revelations which is clearly nothing to do with "Hell", since it is where Satan will ultimately be cast into for his destruction. If he lived for an eternity in a "burning Hellscape" then being tossed into a "lake of fire" would be nothing more than a holiday for him, lol. It makes literally no sense Biblically or logically for Hell to be "on fire". This is nothing more than a fanciful notion that was created by Dante and then used as a means for persuasion in late medieval Christianity. It's been understood and accepted for a long time that Hell is the literal separation from God and this is nothing "new" at all. The only ones who seemingly cling to the miguided and fake notion of Hell being a fiery furnace are uneducated atheists and fringe American dogmatic Christians who use it for the purposes of prejudice and don't espouse actual Christianity in the slightest. /mic

[@dannyjaye]

@@Deathhellandthegrave No, thats a strawman fallacy, Christians say that Hell os separation from God because that is literally what the Bible tells us. 💁🏻‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Its atheists who try and claim Hell is some raging inferno because it helps their own Confirmation Bias when forming strawman arguments against Christianity. I mean, I thought this was obvious to most people, but here we are…

[@shannonvanpatten8341]

It was said, "A little knowledge is a dangerous thing". These young people have very little knowledge and are very dangerous.

[@OurSavior-xr3yc]

THE 🌸🕊LIGHT 🌸🕊🌸🕊🌸 By The Light Of All Truth Stemming Solely From God anyone can walk in righteousness an as our spirit may tire an if we begin to stumble or stray The Holy Spirit Will Convict Us The Holy Spirit Will Comfort An On His Wisdom Lead Us Back To Our Lord Jesus The King An Also Before The Father's Throne Of Mercy, Grace And Forgiveness An One Day Soon Our Path Will Be Illuminated By The Loving Completeness Of God

[@LightParker]

Hi

[@EMlNENCJA]

Yeah, and who is controlling what You are even allowed to perceive in those books?

[@johnnyrocket1685]

I think Paul sums it up perfectly in 1 Corinthians 15. If Christ Jesus did not resurrect after his death; then we are absolute fools for believing. However, if what was said about Christ Jesus by those who witnessed his resurrection is true; Faith in Christ Jesus is incredibly Wise. Muhammad only claimed to be the “Last Prophet.” It’s like Aang, from Avatar; The Last Airbender. No one ever claimed he resurrected from the Dead, either……. So, IF what was said about Jesus is wrong, in the end we are the fools for believing in a Jewish peasant who died for falsely calling himself God. But IF what has been said about Christ Jesus os TRUE, and he really did rise from the Dead…. Then you’d be very wise to listen.

[@AconGAINS]

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