Kresta in the Afternoon – January 8, 2024 – Hour 2
We talk with Dr. Greg Popcak about how religion impacts child development and Darren Geist shares how a daring rescue led him to Mary, who led him to Jesus.
Social Science Apologetics: How does Religion impact Child Development?
A study from the University of Texas at San Antonio suggests growing up in a religious household can be a mixed blessing. The findings show that children raised in religious families tend to have enhanced social and psychological skills, but may perform less well academically, compared to their non-religious peers. Greg Popcak joins us with more.
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How Does Religion Impact Child Development?
UTSA sociologists study the impact religion has on child development
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A Daring Rescue Led Me to Mary - and She Brought me to Jesus
Darren Geist’s journey to baptism began with a plunge into the water – but it wasn’t one he planned. He was awakened one night by a crash and found a car had plunged into a canal near his home. As he dove into the water, moments stretched into eternity and after he emerged he began to reconsider everything he believed. He soon felt a call from Mary that – as a borderline atheist – he couldn’t begin to understand. He shares his story.
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