Why new atheism grew old and secular thinkers are considering Christianity again. Get early access to new episodes and bonus content when you become a supporter. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/ Support via Patreon for early access to new episodes: https://www.patreon.com/justinbrierley/membership Support via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/brierleyjustin Support via Tax-deductible (USA): https://defendersmedia.com/portfolio/justin-brierley/ ...
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The weekly podcast that connects you to NT (Tom) Wright’s thought and theology by allowing you to ask the questions. Presented by Premier Unbelievable? in partnership with SPCK and NTWrightOnline. www.premierunbelievable.com
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There’s more to life than the world we can see. Stories, guests and interviews that can re-enchant our vision of culture, science, politics and art. Hosted by Belle Tindall and Justin Brierley. Recorded for Seen & Unseen at Lambeth Palace. Also from Seen & Unseen: www.seenandunseen.com: Articles on current affairs, culture, media and more. Newsletters: Weekly briefings on what's happening in the world Seen & Unseen Aloud: A podcast bringing a dose of news, on the go GodPod: A deeper conversa ...
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Welcome to defragmenting, a podcast of Cairn University promoting biblical integrity and thoughtful Christianity.
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The weekly sermon from Vintage Church in Santa Monica, CA.
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The Jude 3 Project is helping you know what you believe and why you believe it.
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Hosted by skeptic-at-heart Eric Huffman of The Story Church, Maybe God tackles the toughest topics related to faith - from doubts of Biblical proportions, sexuality, near-death experiences, shame, and so much more. Eric invites best-selling authors, psychiatrists, scientists, renowned Christian apologists, artists, atheists, and ordinary people in extraordinary situations to address the questions we all have about life, meaning, and the purpose for our existence. Through powerful storytellin ...
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The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast helps Christian leaders navigate and lead through the cultural issues of our day by giving voice to recognizable names in ministry, subject matter experts, and local pastors and leaders. Whatever area of ministry you serve in, our goal is to help you lead better every day.
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TheoDisc is a podcast by WTC faculty and friends with fortnightly episodes on theological ideas that will hopefully stimulate you to pursue your own theological learning and ultimately to deepen your faith. It is a place of discussion and debate, and a place to hear a variety of voices. We do hope you enjoy listening! TheoDisc is part of WTC Theology: https://wtctheology.org.uk/
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Welcome to The Bridgehead! A place for insightful and thought-provoking discussions on pressing cultural issues from a Christian perspective. We provide a consistent perspective on a world undergoing rapid societal change. Join Jonathon to learn what it means to live in an post-Christian age, how these changes have come about, and how Christians can effectively respond to these issues.
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Welcome to the New Ground Life & Leadership podcast bringing you inspiring conversation with Christian leaders and thinkers from around the world, designed to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus wherever you are and in whatever you’re going through.
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SAFT Podcast brings to you the coherent, cohesive, logical, and relevant defense of the Christian worldview. From layman to experts in the field, everyone can tune in and be equipped. We also aim to introduce to the audience the plethora of work and research done in the field of Christian Apologetics in defending the faith and the individuals who further the intellectual cause of Christianity by featuring the greatest minds of the Christian Apologetics arena. Onwards to God.
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Can emptiness be unlearned? I was raised in a Christian home. And no, I’m not about to tell you how I “outgrew” it or “evolved” past it. But I went through a season of depression that exposed the truth. Deep down I thought God hated me. This podcast is a documentation of the years I’ve spent unlearning half truths and digging for deeper ones. It’s a podcast about the journey out of Victimhood, Cowardice & Self Obsession and into; The Good, The True, & The Beautiful.
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A few guys talking about theology and apologetics.
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This is an interview podcast where I cover a range of topics with a variety of experts. Hoping to cultivate curiosity and connection. “The greatest privilege of a human life is to become a midwife to the awakening of the Soul in another person.”
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Welcome to the Love the Bible Podcast, where the mission here is to help us grow in our understanding and love of the Bible and to apply it to every area of life, from the everyday mundane, to our deepest trials. Because let’s be honest, sometimes it's hard to read and study the Bible. Our lives our busy and hard, we are distracted, we face a lack of motivation, and then at times even when we are excited to read the Bible, it can be hard to understand. But what if the ups and downs of our Bi ...
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Caleb Mason hosts the podcast for lifelong learners who want to grow personally and professionally. The podcast features conversations with well-known and everyday people that will help you on your journey. The podcast also includes discussions around resources that have helped people grow on their journey.
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Can religion be our trusted guide through life's challenges, or does it sometimes mislead us? Join Konrad in each episode for a light-hearted interrogation of people's religious beliefs through the lenses of grace and doubt. The aim? To understand and then challenge diverse faith-based perspectives on today's most controversial topics, helping you sort the ‘wheat from the chaff’. Can these religious ideas truly assist us, or should we honestly assess when they might do more harm than good? T ...
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Conservative Christians are trying to protect the faith. Progressive Christians want to reimagine it. Meanwhile, our culture is moving beyond it. Who’s right? After stepping down this summer from a prominent conservative church, ex-pastor Drew Sokol finds himself in the middle and seeks answers to questions like: Does traditional faith still make sense in a progressing world? What’s God’s real intent for sexuality and marriage? And how do I follow a God I’m not always sure is real?
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The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God, plus Q&R with Justin Brierley
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Author and broadcaster Justin Brierley visits Park Hill for the last stop on his ‘Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God’ West Coast tour. Justin has hosted interviews and dialogues with many of the world’s leading intellectuals, both skeptical and believing alike. In this talk, Justin outlines how the conversations around skepticism, belief, and fait…
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5. Why Secular Intellectuals Are Turning to the Bible with Justin Brierley
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Is skepticism losing its hold on modern thinkers, making room for a spiritual revival of faith? In this episode, host Kristin Nave engages in a truly insightful conversation with Justin Brierley about the dynamics of faith, culture, and modern skepticism. Justin explains his thesis that the failure of New Atheism to give satisfactory answers to lif…
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Justin Brierley, Writer, Podcaster and Apologist
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In this episode, John sits down with Justin Brierley, an English academic, writer, podcaster, and Christian apologist. They explore cultural shifts in the West, particularly the rise and decline of New Atheism, and how recent years have seen a surprising resurgence of interest in Christianity, even among secular intellectuals. Brierley discusses hi…
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The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God - Justin Brierley
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Steve Tsang, Professor of China Studies, Author, Political Scientist
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John sits down with Professor Steve Tsang, a political scientist and historian of China, to discuss Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party. Professor Steve Tsang describes Xi Jinping’s leadership style as “Sinocentric Consultative Leninism”: absolute control by the Communist Party. This control is maintained through surveillance, ostensible ‘an…
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Creating Christian Culture: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly | Doug Wilson
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Jonathon van Maren interviews Pastor Doug Wilson of Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho. They discuss Wilson's perspective on building anti-fragile Christian communities in an increasingly anti-Christian age, the strategic importance of selecting the university town, Moscow, for cultural outreach, and the necessity of developing a Christian culture that…
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Rich Villodas: The Pitfalls Pastors Face As They Try To Walk the Narrow Path of Jesus
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Get notes on this podcast here: Rich Villodas joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what it means to follow Jesus on his narrow path and the dangers pastors face as they do so. Dr. J.D. Greear joined us last week to share insights into how pastors can navigate this election year well and be clear on biblical truths without directing …
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Rich Villodas: The Pitfalls Pastors Face As They Try To Walk the Narrow Path of Jesus
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Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/492859-rich-villodas-pitfalls-pastors-narrow-path-jesus.html Rich Villodas joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what it means to follow Jesus on his narrow path and the dangers pastors face as they do so. Dr. J.D. Greear joined us last week to share insights into how …
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2 Timothy Pt. 2: Courage Over Fear - Ger Jones
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How To Prepare for Another Jesus Revolution, with Special Guest Justin Brierley
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From our series “Acts.” Justin Brierley visits Park Hill Church with a timely message. He believes we could be on the cusp of another Jesus Revolution in our time. How should we prepare? According to Justin, we would be wise to follow the example of Paul in Acts 17. By the way we live and in the words we say, we should make the watching world wish …
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6. Inductive Bible Study Method: Going In-Depth into God’s Word with Mikella Van Dyke
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Have you ever felt intimidated by the Bible? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Mikella Van Dyke, author and founder of Chasing Sacred, to discuss her new book on the Inductive Bible Study Method. She talks about different reasons why we might misinterpret scripture, the importance of understanding biblical genres and historical context, a…
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Brown Faces White Spaces - Special Guest: Latasha Morrison
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In this episode, Latasha Morrison discusses her new book, Brown Faces White Spaces. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online course that will help you know what you believe and why here: https://learn.jude3project.org/library/…
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Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships?
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Jesus never talked about same-sex relationships. The Apostle Paul only condemned abusive same-sex sexual relationships, not consensual ones. These are two of the most popular arguments that some Christians make in favor of same-sex relationships. They are compelling claims — but are they true? In her latest book, scholar Rebecca McLaughlin analyzes…
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2 Timothy Pt. 1: Guard the Gospel - Ger Jones
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In episode 42 of TheoDisc, Kenny chats with AJ Swoboda about his own experiences and wisdom around the topic of 'Desire'. He is genuinely someone who has wrestled with these things and is eager to help others walk in healing and renewal. In his book, The Gift of Thorns, he helps us to see that desire is actually fundamental to our humanity as God c…
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J.D. Greear: Key Points for Pastors To Remember During This Election Year
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Get notes on this podcast here: Dr. J.D. Greear returns the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share insights into how pastors can navigate this election year well and be clear on biblical truths without telling their congregations how to vote. ► Listen on Apple: Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.com Find ChurchLeaders on Facebook: h…
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J.D. Greear: Key Points for Pastors To Remember During This Election Year
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Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/492291-j-d-greear-pastors-remember-election-year.html Dr. J.D. Greear returns the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to share insights into how pastors can navigate this election year well and be clear on biblical truths without telling their congregations how to vote. ► Listen on Apple: …
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Pastor and professor Guy Gray visits Park Hill with a timely message about the intersection of doubt, faith, and evidence in our relationship with God.By Park Hill Church
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27. Guillaume Bignon: A french atheist's surprising conversion
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After falling for a Christian woman while on vacation, atheist Guillaume Bignon set out to disprove her faith. However, his investigation turned up evidence that he could not easily dismiss. Then, when God 'reactivated' his conscience... everything changed. In this bonus episode, Justin speaks to Guillaume Bignon author of 'Confessions of a French …
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Transgenderism, Transhumanism, and Porn | Jennifer Bilek, Michelle Uriarau & Suzanne Vierling
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In this episode, Jonathon van Maren hosts a panel discussion featuring investigative journalist Jennifer Bilek, clinical psychologist Dr. Suzanne Vierling, and women's rights advocate Michelle Uriarau. They delve deep into the hidden connections between transgenderism, transhumanism, the fourth industrial revolution, and the erosion of human identi…
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Max Lucado on How He and His Elders Have Navigated Him Changing His Mind on Theological Issues
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Get notes on this podcast here: Max Lucado joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what he believes about the end times and how he and his elders have navigated Max changing his views on secondary doctrines. Priscilla Shirer joined us last week to discuss being a true disciple of Jesus, the importance of accountability for church leade…
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Max Lucado on How He and His Elders Have Navigated Him Changing His Mind on Theological Issues
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Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/491746-max-lucado-elders-changing-mind.html Max Lucado joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what he believes about the end times and how he and his elders have navigated Max changing his views on secondary doctrines. Priscilla Shirer joined us last week to discuss bei…
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Permission to Wrestle | Chapter 1 of When Faith Disappoints | Lisa Fields
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On this bonus episode, Lisa Fields shares the first chapter of her book When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience. Get it today wherever books are sold. Support the mission and vision of Jude 3 Project here: https://www.jude3project.org/donate Grab our curriculum here: https://www.jude3project.org Take an online…
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As we take a break from our series in Acts, Missy Bell looks back to Acts 5:12-16. In addition to being a Park Hill member, Missy is the Programs Director of Olive Crest, an organization that believes in transforming the lives of at-risk youth through the healing power of God, family, and community. As Missy walks us through the passage, she remind…
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Abortion in India: A Silent Issue and a Voiceless Church (ft. Johanna & Simon Durairaj) | EP 89
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With the overturning of Roe v Wade in 2022, the discourse on abortion has increasingly gained prominence world over including in India. However the pro-life movement in India has not garnered the visibility it deserves in comparison to the pro-abortion movement. In this episode we contextualize the abortion issue to India by talking to Johanna and …
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4. Enduring Word: Effective Bible Study for Everyone with David Guzik
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Can changing how you engage with the Bible shift your spiritual journey and love for Scripture? In this episode, host Kristin Nave interviews David Guzik, pastor and author of the Enduring Word commentary. They discuss the importance of slowing down and carefully studying the Bible, with both Kristin and David sharing their personal Bible study rou…
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Hidden With Christ in God: A Conversation With Kevin McFadden
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Episode Notes Cairn University’s Professor of New Testament, Dr. Kevin McFadden is the author of Hidden with Christ in God: A Theology of Colossians and Philemon, in Crossway’s New Testament Theology series. He joined Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss Christ as our hidden hope, his preeminence and sufficiency, Christians’ union with Jesus in death and r…
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Faith And Disappointment: Finding Hope In The Struggle | Lisa Fields
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On this episode, Lisa Fields dives deep into her upcoming book When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience. In her debut book, Fields shows us how emotional pain—often more than theological concerns—is at the root of our doubt. She invites us to bring our deepest soul questions to this journey as she explores: Sev…
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Does CRT Belong in Church? (Part Two)
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In part two of our series on critical race theory, Eric Huffman chats with author and scholar Ed Uszynski about white evangelicals' hesitancy to address racism, and how their silence inadvertently drives onlookers away from the church and toward the "woke" left. On an incredibly personal note, Ed divulges the racist beliefs espoused in his childhoo…
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#226 Why bother improving the world? Can Christians attain perfection? (replay)
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Why bother with earth and not just create heaven? Why try to make the world a better place if God is going to fix it? Is the world getting better or worse because of Christianity? Can Christians achieve perfection in this life, as Wesley claimed? Tom Wright answers listeners questions on the ‘now-and-not-yet’ of new creation.• Subscribe to the Ask …
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Priscilla Shirer: How Church Leaders Can Seek Mentorship and Accountability
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Get notes on this podcast here: Priscilla Shirer joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss being a true disciple of Jesus, the importance of accountability for church leaders, and her new movie, “The Forge.” Dr. Tod Bolsinger joined us last week to explain the common mistakes even good leaders make during a crisis and how church leaders …
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Priscilla Shirer: How Church Leaders Can Seek Mentorship and Accountability
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Get notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/491149-priscilla-shirer-church-leaders-mentorship-accountability.html Priscilla Shirer joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss being a true disciple of Jesus, the importance of accountability for church leaders, and her new movie, “The Forge.” Dr. Tod Bolsinger joined us…
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As we take a break from our series in Acts, David Wade, lead pastor of All Saints Church, walks us through 1 John 4:13-18. How we relate to God so often depends on what we believe he is really like, or how we think he really feels about us. Are we expectant of love? Or anticipating punishment? Thankfully, in the midst of our fear, uncertainty, and …
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In episode 41 of TheoDisc, Kenny chats with Jared Michelson, who says that his journey into theological study not only saved his faith, but gave him tools with which to minister to people in the midst of the difficulties they face. Theological study made him a better pastor. It’s certainly what we believe at WTC where we aim to build up the church …
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26. Psychedelics and the Search for God: Ashley Lande’s surprising journey to faith
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Psychedelics are back in vogue as influencers promote hallucinogens as a gateway to spiritual enlightenment. The boom in mind-expanding drugs even seems to be opening up some people to the possibility of God. But what are the dangers of taking shortcuts to the transcendent? Justin hears from those arguing for and against the psychedelic resurgence …
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