Debates by Joe Boot
Is Evolution Compatible with the Bible? A Debate
EICC Founder Joe Boot debates Michael Jones of Inspiring Philosophy over the question “Is Evolution Compatible with the Bible?”
The Decline of Christianity?
Large numbers of people within the church are abandoning the plain teaching of Scripture in the realm of sexual ethics, and symptomatic of a broader rejection of the authority of God and his Word for all of life. Mainstream Christianity may be on the decline, but faithful, Bible-believing churches are growing larger and stronger.
Are Christians Free to Express their Faith?
Freedom of speech has been a founding value of Western democracies, but is increasingly under threat from various interest groups. Joe Boot visits Prmier Christian Radio and debates Terry Sanderson of the UK-based National Secular Society on some of the recent cases infringing on Christian liberty, from bakeries to academics.
Two Kingdoms and Cultural Obedience
Joe Boot and Matthew Tuininga discuss the origins and nature of the Two Kingdoms doctrine and what it means for Christians’ engagement with the world and culture.
Ontario Election, Conservatism & Prostitution
EICC founder Rev. Dr. Joe Boot and Justin Trottier, spokesperson for the Canadian Secular Alliance, discuss the results of the recent provincial election in Ontario, what Conservatism is today, and the federal government’s new legislation to deal with prostitution.
Mission of God, Islam and Western Culture
Joe Boot debates Britain's response to the influence of Islam in public education and the issue of Catholic teachers participating in the Toronto Pride Parade.
Social Justice
EICC founder Rev. Dr. Joe Boot and Justin Trottier, spokesperson for the Canadian Secular Alliance, discuss an increase in minimum wage and the meaning and implications of 'social justice'.
IVF Funding, Profanity in the Culture
EICC founder Rev. Joe Boot and Gretta Vosper, founder of the Canadian Centre for Progressive Christianity, discuss profanity in the culture and issues surrounding funding for In Vitro Fertilization.
In Defence of Freedom of Speech
Freedom of speech is more important than protecting against wounded sensibilities.
Nudity at the Pride Parade
EICC founder Joe Boot and Justin Trottier, spokesperson for the Canadian Secular Alliance, debate the flouting of public nudity laws at the gay pride parade in Toronto.
Financial Aid to Palestine, Affirmative Action, and Gender
EICC founder Rev. Joe Boot and Justin Trottier, spokesperson for the Canadian Secular Alliance, debate whether Canada should provide financial aid to the Palestinians, whether affirmative action is beneficial, and the implications of gender fluidity.
Faith Matters
Joe Boot and Justin Trottier of the Canadian Secular Alliance debate religious accomodation, LGBT education, and more.