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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Unbelievable? offers a weekly podcast, blog, and video series hosted by Ruth Jackson and a team of thinkers and Christian apologists.
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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 Library, home of the Centre for Cultural Witness. https://www.seenandunseen.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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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Coming Soon. Love the Bible podcast, hosted by Christian influencer and author, Kristin Nave. This podcast is all about love for Jesus and the precious Word of God. This show will feature interviews with some of the most influential Christians today (such, David Guzik, Justin Brierley, Amy Orr Ewing, Hope Harvard, and more) as well as original Bible study devotional series by Kristin Nave. Launching August 2024 Please follow and subscribe to get notified of new episodes. Kristin Nave: - shel ...
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Jonathan Pageau looks at symbolism in all its forms, from its source in sacred stories and images to contemporary culture and ultimately how it shapes the world we encounter.
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Hard questions, faithfully explored. Hosted by Rebecca McLaughlin.
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The Jude 3 Project is helping you know what you believe and why you believe it.
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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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Join Jo Frost and Peter Lynas for a conversation asking what does it mean to be human. We will be chatting with several special guests about the different stories and experiences that form and shape us, exploring how we can ensure that it’s God’s story that ultimately defines being human today. For more information visit our website beinghumanlens.com
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Giving life – it’s the mission that Jesus came to fulfill and that we, as men, need to embrace as well…at work, at home and in our communities. Tom Henderson, speaker, author and founder of RESGEN invites you stop by and listen in on the conversation between he and some friends as they chat, laugh and explore ways for each of us to “Give Life” wherever we are.
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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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This “Enlightened” New World utopia isn’t turning out to be all it was cracked up to be. Society is disenchanting, but are the only alternatives hiding out in the hills or burying yourself in books? With an air of levity and a touch of humor, John Heers teaches how to examine the confusing New World by calling upon the mind and wisdom of oft-forgotten Old. Heavy Things, Lightly. johnheersftf.substack.com
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Conversations to Refresh Your Faith. For All The Saints was established in 2023 by Ben Hancock to express his passion and desire for more dialogue around faith, religious belief, and believers' perspectives on the topics of our day. Tune into For All The Saints every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. Follow For All The Saints on social media for daily inspiration.
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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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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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A few guys talking about theology and apologetics.
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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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17. Live In London: Tom Holland & Justin Brierley in conversation
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Historian Tom Holland, author of 'Dominion', joins Justin Brierley for a public conversation on The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God. They discuss Holland's own intellectual and spiritual journey, including an answered prayer to a health crisis. But is the renewed interest in the value of faith among secular intellectuals evidence of a turning o…
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Justin Brierley - The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God
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In episode 34 of TheoDisc, we ask the question: "Are there signs in the west that attitudes towards God and faith are shifting?" That’s the hope presented by our guest for this episode, Justin Brierley. Justin has been hosting and leading conversations for some time around Christian apologetics, inter-faith dialogue, theological debate, and the pla…
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Episode 397: Justin Brierley on Moderating Conversations Between Skeptics, Atheists and Christians, Why New Atheism Grew Old and the Rebirth of Belief in God
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In this episode, Caleb talks with Justin about his book, The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God, and more. Links Mentioned Justin Brierley The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again by Justin Brierley Caleb's SubstackBy Caleb Mason
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335 - Justin Brierley - The Next Great Renewal
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I had the opportunity to sit down with Justin Brierley to talk about Christian apologetics, the state of public discussions about faith, new converts, the identity crisis, and the rise of the “Christian atheist” with figures like Tom Holland, Jordan Peterson, and Ayaan Hirsi Ali intellectually aligning themselves with Christianity. Justin Brierley …
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Find this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/J_cDmp250Pk About Justin (from his website - link below): Justin is a freelance writer, speaker and broadcaster who has become known for creating dialogues between Christians and non-Christians. Justin is passionate about creating conversations around faith, science, theology and culture. He has also a…
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The Rebirth of the Belief in God - Special Guest: Justin Brierley
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In this compelling episode, Justin Brierley explores the transition from atheism to faith, particularly Christianity, highlighting the quest for deeper meaning beyond the materialistic worldview. We dive into the new atheism movement's rise and fall, spotlighting Ayaan Hirsi Ali's shift to Christianity in search of existential answers. The discussi…
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A bit of a twist today as we answer listener's questions that have come in asking: are we meant to take Satan literally? Join Tom Wright as he unravels some of the intricate threads of the New and Old Testaments to uncover the biblical portrayal of the devil. We're looking at some of the questions and looking at biblical passages where Jesus confro…
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Elections, democracy and the rise of nationalism
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Welcome back to season five! Jo Frost and Peter Lynas return, exploring what it means to be human in 2024. In this first episode, Jo and Peter are chatting all things elections, democracy and nationalism. With four billion people headed to the polls this year, how does the God story affect our engagement with politics? From Taiwan and India to the …
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Classic Replay: War and Peace: is war ever justified or should Christians embrace pacifism? Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas
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In a world riddled with conflict, where headlines scream of violence and unrest, the age-old question resurfaces: Is war ever justified, or should Christians wholeheartedly embrace pacifism? Join esteemed scholars Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas as they delve into the moral complexities of war and peace from a Christian perspective in this classi…
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God, Lie Detectors, & The Multiverse with Tom Rudelius
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Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by Tom Rudelius to discuss Tom’s story, the probability of the multiverse, belief in God, and where hope can be found in suffering. Questions Covered in This Episode: How did you become a Christian? How did you originally tie science and academics with your faith once you became a Christian? What areas and topics are yo…
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Episode 398: The Library: Dune 2, Your Personal Best, Three Body Problem, Beautiful Things, and How God. Builds People
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In this episode, Caleb talks about what he's learning. Links Mentioned Caleb's Substack Comic News Insider Episode 1459: Thought Bubble Festival - Kieron Gillen! Bill Simmons Podcast: A Masters - NBA Title Crossover, Caitlin's New World, and the "Curb" Mini Pyramid With Joe House. Plus, Creating "3 Body Problem" With David Benioff, Dan Weiss, and A…
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5 Dutch Latter-Day Saints React To General Conference - April 2024 General Conference Roundtable | For All The Saints 33
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This faith-refreshing conversation on the For All The Saints podcast is all about the April 2024 General Conference! I visited Amsterdam to visit with 5 Dutch Latter-day Saints and hear about the church in the Netherlands as well as their thoughts on General Conference. I wanted to speak to them because I feel it so important to highlight the immen…
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Launching: August 2024 Kristin Nave: shelovesbible.com IG: @shelovesbible Please follow and subscribeBy Kristin Nave
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337 - How to Survive the End of a World - A Parable of Christ
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This video will premiere tomorrow, Saturday, April 13th at 10 am EST. In this short reflection, I will explain the parable of Jesus that’s the most difficult to understand, the Parable of the Penitent Steward, or the Unjust Steward. Recently I teamed up with Jordan Peterson, Daily Wire, and the same panel of the Exodus series, this time to film a s…
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Jesus and Modern Politics with Tom 'NT' Wright, Preston Sprinkle and Billy Hallowell
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It's no secret that modern American Christians are deeply divided over politics. This division raises important questions about the influence of Scripture on political beliefs. To make sense of this, we invited renowned scholar NT Tom Wright, theologian, professor and star of the "Ask NT Wright Anything Podcast" along with New York Times bestsellin…
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#214 Is the Old Testament history or metaphor? (Replay)
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Tom answers listener questions about the Old Testament. Can the truly trust the Old Testament? When was it all written? Is the Old Testament more spiritual metaphor or natural history? How do we make sense of the Old Testament teachings in light of the 'new law' of the New Testament - don't they contradict each other?Originally Aired: 18 Dec 2019Pl…
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Find this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/2hJrnGLbCUQ Support Heavy Things Lightly and First Things Foundation through Glassybaby: https://tinyurl.com/v6a9j7zs Vesper Stamper: https://vesperstamper.com/ On Instagram / Youtube: @vesperillustration On Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/muj2hbx4 Vesper Stamper is a brilliant illustrator and artist telli…
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Reforming Criminal Justice With Matthew Martens
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Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by Matthew Martens to discuss if Christianity can help reform the criminal justice system. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is the quick summary of what you are proposing in this book? What does Christianity have to do with the criminal justice system? Why does Christianity have a proposal for reforming the crimi…
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How Women Can Find Meaning In Traditional Religion - Tammy Peterson | For All The Saints 32
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This faith-refreshing conversation on the For All The Saints podcast is all about finding God in difficult moments! Tammy Peterson is a Catholic, podcaster, and the wife of Canadian psychologist Jordan B. Peterson. I wanted to speak to Tammy about her awe-inspiring journey of finding God in the midst of her terrifying cancer diagnosis, a cancer wit…
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The resurrection: Fact or fiction? Harry Amos vs Joe Boot hosted by Ruth Jackson
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Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Is there any good evidence to support the resurrection? Are alternative explanations more compelling? Can we trust the biblical narratives? Ruth Jackson hosted a live debate at a school with the help of Aylesbury Youth for Christ. She was joined by Rev Dr Joseph Boot, founder and president of the Ezra Institute …
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#213 Which Bible Translation is the best one? (Replay)
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Listeners ask questions on which Bible translations we should deem as the best ones and which ones we should use on a daily basis. What makes a good translation, why doesn’t Tom capitalise ‘holy spirit’, and what does he make of Pope Francis ‘changing’ the Lords’ Prayer? Tom also discusses the process and thinking behind his own translation of the …
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RESGEN Giving Life Podcast: Ep.78 Andrew Stanley
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Andrew Stanley is a follower of Jesus, a husband and a hilarious comedian who performs all over the country at clubs, festivals, fundraisers, churches, corporate events, and even at bars with 4 people in them who "didn't know there would be comedy tonight..."He was also a part of 2024's RESGEN Date Night Comedy events as a crowd favorite. On this e…
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Find this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/szSyVWD5qO8 Jason Caros is the headmaster for a Founders Classical Academy in Texas. Founders utilizes a classical approach to education characterized by a traditional liberal arts and sciences curriculum and whole-group teaching methodology with an orientation towards truth, beauty, and goodness. Foll…
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336 - Timothy Patitsas - The Vital Sign of Beauty
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This is my second interview with Timothy Patitsas on the topic of beauty. We also discuss filmmaking, the work of Dr. Iain Mcgilchrist, liturgy, self-sacrifice, and social renewal as part of the fruits of a beautiful life. Timothy G. Patitsas has been the Interim Dean of Hellenic College since January of 2020 and the Assistant Professor of Ethics a…
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Debunking the Myth of Secular Enlightenment: A Clash of Perspectives David Bentley Hart vs Terry Sanderson (Replay)
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Today we delve into the contentious debate surrounding the role of secularism in Western civilization and its relationship with Christianity.A growing chorus of new atheist writers heralds the advent of an enlightened era of secular rationalism, purporting to liberate society from what they perceive as the shackles of outdated Christian influence. …
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What Kind of Love Does Jesus Call Us To? with Vermon Pierre
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Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by Vermon Pierre to have a conversation about how God's love for His church deepens our love for each other Questions Covered in This Episode: What does your day-to-day life look like as a pastor? How did you become a Christian? What draws you to Christian community? What ethnic background was the church you grew up in?…
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Episode 396: J. Dana Trent on Mental Health, Critical Thinking, World Religions, Accepting Yourself, and Home
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In this episode, Caleb talks with J. Dana Trent, about her book, Between Two Trailers, and more. Links Mentioned J. Dana Trent Between Two Trailers: A Memoir by J. Dana Trent Caleb's SubstackBy Caleb Mason
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16. Did the resurrection really happen? A classicist discovers the living Christ
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The Christian faith began with the strange claim of a crucified and resurrected Messiah. But can 21st Century people believe in such a miracle at 2,000 years distance? Justin speaks with scholars who are part of a surprising rebirth of the historical evidence for the resurrection. Alongside thinkers such as Jonathan Pageau, Lydia and Tim McGrew, Jo…
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Why The Kirtland Temple Purchase Is So Significant - Jasmin Rappleye | For All The Saints 31
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Today's For All The Saints podcast is all about the Church's Kirtland Temple takeover! You may recognise Jasmin Rappleye as the face of Scripture Plus, creating short-form videos of amazing insights and decoding hot topics and current affairs of her faith. She was instrumental in creating the Scripture Plus study app and has worked at Scripture Cen…
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Did it really happen: the Resurrection of Jesus? Mike Licona vs Larry Shapiro hosted by Andy Kind
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The question of the historicity of Jesus' resurrection has been repeatedly investigated, probed, and discussed. This week on Unbelievable we will add to the debate by asking ‘Did it really happen – the Resurrection of Jesus?’ dissecting the narratives of Jesus’ death and Resurrection. We’ve got two eminent scholars – who are good friends but with d…
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#212 The New Testament in its World with special guest and co-author Mike Bird
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Today's episode features a special guest - renowned Australian Bible scholar, co-authored and friend of Tom's, Mike Bird. Together, they delve into their groundbreaking collaborative work, "The New Testament in its World: An introduction to the history, literature, and theology of the first Christians" which both combines and unpacks years of Tom's…
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Stephen Dempster - The Return of the Kingdom
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In episode 33 of Theodisc, we’re thinking about ‘kingdom’ as the overarching theme of the whole biblical story - this idea that if you step back and observe the entire sweep of the Scriptural narrative, the image of God as the coming king becomes evident. Kenny had a chat with Dr Stephen Dempster, who has just written a book called ‘The Return of t…
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Can A Scientist Believe In The Resurrection? With Ian Hutchinson
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Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by Ian Hutchinson to discuss the relationship between science and the Christian faith. Questions Covered in This Episode: What is your scientific research on? When did you become a Christian? Is there a contradiction between the Christian faith and science? How would help someone who thinks miracles are not plausible? W…
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Episode 395: David Fitch on What We Don't Know About Power, How Power Impacts Your Imagination, and the Difference Between Worldly Power and Godly Power
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In this episode, Caleb talks with David Fitch about his book, Reckoning with Power, and more. Links Mentioned David Fitch on Substack Reckoning with Power: Why the Church Fails When It's on the Wrong Side of Power by David Fitch Caleb's SubstackBy Caleb Mason
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Classic Replay: From Atheist to Catholic with Leah Libresco and Hemant Mehta
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In this Classic Replay of Unbelievable? Podcast, we delve into the fascinating journey of Leah Libresco, once a prominent atheist blogger who made headlines by converting to Catholicism. Her story gained attention across both religious and secular spheres, including a feature on CNN.Leah sits down with Hemant Mehta, widely known as the Friendly Ath…
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Astonishing Miracles Of Latter-Day Apostles - Bryan Summers | For All The Saints 30
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Today's For All The Saints podcast is all about Apostles! Bryan is a content creator on Twitter/X sharing the experiences of latter-day Apostles of Jesus Christ from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, men who have the same function and responsibility as the original Apostles of christianity. I was one of Bryan's early followers and re…
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Should Christians play politics? Michael F. Bird vs Stephen Wolfe hosted by Billy Hallowell
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With crucial elections happening in the UK and USA this year Unbelievable is diving back the debate into politics and faith with some paradigm shifting thinkers and theologians. Strap in for this mini-series starting with Michael F. Bird (Deputy Principal & New Testament scholar at Ridley College, Australia) and Stephen Wolfe (author of ‘The Case f…
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#211 Singleness, dating and being unequally yoked. Should christians date non-christians? What's the point of it all? Puzzled and pastoral questions this week with Tom
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Help! I am a new christian and I'm worried I'm unequally yoked in my relationship? What is the biblical view of singleness? Should Christians date non Christians? Was Jesus at my mother’s deathbed? What’s the point of it all? In this episode Tom answers the personal, pastoral and puzzled questions of listeners. • Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anyt…
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RESGEN Giving Life Podcast: Ep.77 Danny Ray
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Danny Ray is a follower of Jesus, husband, father, author, and gifted illusionist who recently fooled magic icons Penn and Teller on their show, Penn and Teller: Fool us! He was also a part of this year’s RESGEN Date Night Comedy event on February 29 and March 1, 2024. On this episode of The RESGEN Giving Life Podcast, Danny and RESGEN Founder Tom …
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