Bigger questions

379 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago -

City Bible Forum explores some of life's biggest questions. Perhaps you are considering where God might fit into your life. Our aim is to explore this with you in an open manner that is enjoyable, intellectually credible and which meets the needs of professional life. We love to discuss the relevance of God and the many obstacles to faith people have. We do this in a variety of forums and discussion groups over breakfast, lunch and after work at many different city venues. We are active in every state capital and in Canberra.

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Episodes

Would we be better off without Christianity? | Simon Smart

August 05, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 32 MB

Exploring the value of Christianity for society

How is the church better and worse than you imagined? | John Dickson & Simon Smart

July 29, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 32 MB

An honest conversation confronting the big questions raised by the history of the church.

Dystopia: What are we so afraid of? | Shane Rogerson & Stephanie Gear

July 08, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 32 MB

Why is fear so powerful?

Superheroes: Do we need another one? | Sam Chan

July 01, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 32 MB

Haven't we had enough of them? Why are they so popular?

Comedy: Should I laugh or should I cry? | Sam Chan

June 24, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 32.2 MB

What makes something funny? The line between comedy and tragedy can be very fine.

Trashy TV: Why can't we turn away? | Sam Chan

June 17, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 32.2 MB

Why is reality TV so addictive and compelling?

How do I live amidst the busyness of life? | Peter Adam

May 27, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Practical and helpful advice on living and thriving today

How do I avoid turning my life into a train wreck? | Allan Bulman

May 20, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Some honest & practical nuggets of wisdom for living life well

Can we live by science alone? | Chris Mulherin

May 13, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Are there any other games in town when it comes to working out what's true in the world? Is science enough?

Why defend big insurance companies? | George Mallos

May 06, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

A lawyer reflects on his career working for insurance companies

Can you sing when life is hard? | Ben Pakula

April 29, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

How can singing provide solace during suffering?

Honouring the Anzacs: Have we gone too far? | Mike Raiter

April 22, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Have we gone beyond simply a day of remembrance?

Can I get justice? | Jennie Pakula

April 15, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

A conversation confronting life's injustices where we find something bigger

Is the resurrection just wish fulfilment? | Helen Bell

April 08, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Is the resurrection and hope of eternal life too good to be true?

How can a death 2000 years ago help me live today? | Gillian Asquith

April 01, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Is there a difference between Good Friday and Easter Sunday? What is their relevance in our current age?

If God is real, where is He? | David Robertson

March 25, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Where is God when I need him the most?

What happens when I die? | Mark Conner

March 18, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

How an unexpected death prompted reflection on life's biggest questions

Where can I find joy? | Silvie Paladino

March 11, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Something more than Carols by Candlelight

What is authentic spirituality? | Matthew Jacoby

March 04, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Spirituality is popular but what does it mean?

What is the key to life? | Sam Chan

February 25, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Discover the true meaning to life

Is Christianity a force for good in the world? | Barney Zwartz

February 18, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Has Christianity been a positive or negative force in Australia?

What makes a sound investment? | Peter Kaldor

February 11, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Where should I invest?

Why are we creative? | Sharon Cooper

February 04, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

How creativity makes us human

Why is work so frustrating? | Ian Harper

January 28, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Managing the struggles of our daily toil

How much money is enough? | John Sikkema

January 21, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Is there more to life than money?

What is beautiful about life? | Anna McGahan

January 14, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

From someone who works in an industry of beautiful people

Where can I find meaning? | Dale Stephenson

January 07, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

One man's search for meaning

Can you have a merry Christmas with depression? | Peter Adam

December 24, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

How can you be joyful and happy at Christmas when you're depressed?

How can we have a sustainable Christmas? | Ian Barns

December 17, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Is much of our consumption just a poor substitute for what’s missing in our lives?

Is there power in prayer? | Sameh Maurice

December 10, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Critics of prayer say it's useless and unnecessary. Yet in this remarkable and uplifting conversation we hear some profound and powerful stories of the effect of prayer in a hostile environment.

Why be generous? | Gary Hoag

December 03, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

In a world of many needs, being generous can be hard. Hear from the "generosity monk" who sees the power of generosity and travels the world fostering it. He shares his own powerful story of trusting in something bigger when faced with a huge need after giving everything away. An inspiring conversation.

Books

In the Beginning

1 Episode