Unbelievable?
1,056 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.9K ratingsUnbelievable? offers a weekly podcast, blog, and video series hosted by Ruth Jackson and a team of thinkers and Christian apologists.
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Are religious funerals ’empty and platitudinous’? Ian Dunt & Andy Bannister
October 14, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 39 MBThe Queen's state funeral was watched by billions of people and marked by deep Christian symbolism. However, during the ceremony, atheist journalist Ian Dunt tweeted that he found it "empty and platitudinous, a cardboard shield against existential despair". Ian engages with Christian thinker Andy Bannister who wrote a response article to Ian's tweet. They discuss the royal funeral, meaning, purpose and what death means to an atheist and a Christian. For Ian Dunt: https://twitter.co...
Classic Replay: Good without God: can atheism account for morality?
October 11, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 29.8 MBFrom Nov 2012. Were the concentration camps of the Holocaust absolutely evil, or simply something that goes against people's tastes today? Canon Angus Ritchie is the author of "From Morality to Metaphysics" in which he argues that God is the best explanation of moral realism (that there are objective moral facts). Kile Jones is an atheist who was studying for a PhD. He argued that God is an unecessary entity when it comes to explaining why there may be a realm of objective morality. ...
Can the Canaanite conquest be reconciled with a God of love? Paul Copan vs Randal Rauser
October 07, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBHow should we understand Old Testament accounts of warfare and violence where God seems to command the slaughter of men, women and children? Paul Copan, author of 'Is God A Vindictive Bully?' aims to show why the Old Testament accounts, severe as they may seem, are not incompatible with Jesus in the New Testament. Randal Rauser, author of 'Jesus Loves Canaanites', says that too many 'apologists for genocide' are defending the indefensible and argues for an alternative reading of scriptu...
Classic Replay: The atheist prayer experiment results show - part 2
October 04, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 31.2 MBFrom Nov 2012, the second of two shows where Justin was joined by Tim Mawson, the Oxford philosopher whose paper "Praying to Stop Being an Atheist" inspired the Atheist Prayer Experiment. 71 atheists and agnostics signed up for the experiment, committing to pray for God to reveal himself to them over 40 days. Did anyone end up believing in God? • Subscribe to the Unbelievable? podcast: https://pod.link/267142101 • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com •...
Covid, Churches and the Frankfurt Declaration: Jamie Franklin & John Stevens debate Christian liberty and government overreach
September 30, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 40.2 MBAs the global pandemic subsides, the way the Covid lockdowns were implemented in churches still divides Christians. The Frankfurt Declaration has been signed by church leaders who are concerned that civil and religious liberties are being eroded by Government overreach. One of the signatories is Anglican priest Jamie Franklin, a co-host of the Irreverend podcast. He has been critical of the church's handling of Covid saying it fell into line with restrictions too readily. He discusses t...
Classic Replay: The atheist prayer experiment results show - part 1
September 29, 2022 13:05 - 1 hour - 31.6 MBFrom Nov 2012. The first of two shows where Justin was joined by Tim Mawson, the Oxford philosopher whose paper "Praying to Stop Being an Atheist" inspired the Atheist Prayer Experiment. 71 atheists and agnostics signed up to the experiment, comitting to pray for God to reveal himself to them over 40 days. Did anyone end up believing in God? We revealed the results and heard from a variety of people who took part, including Andrew, Kendra, Laura, Cang & Freki as well as exploring question...
Church abuse, leadership scandals & RZIM: Rachael Denhollander, Amy Orr-Ewing, Mike Cosper & Diane Langberg
September 23, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBJustin Brierley was joined by four guests and hundreds of attendees for a live webinar event 'Falling From Grace: Addressing power, leadership and abuse in the church'. Panellists: Abuse survivor and advocate Rachael Denhollander; author, theologian and former RZIM vice-president Amy Orr-Ewing; Rise And Fall Of Mars Hill Podcast presenter Mike Cosper; and trauma and abuse specialist Diane Langberg. Justin Humphreys of the leading independent Christian safeguarding charity Thirtyone:eig...
Classic Replay: Comedy & Christianity: Marcus Brigstocke vs David Robertson
September 20, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBMarcus Brigstocke is a well-known comedian on UK radio and TV. An atheist, he wrote the book "God Collar" about his problems with religion, but also why he wants to believe in God. He chatted with David Robertson, who at the time led Solas, the Centre for Public Christianity. They talked about UK comedy's atheist leanings, Marcus' criticisms of both religion and new atheism, the problem of evil, the Old Testament and more besides. • Subscribe to the Unbelievable? podcast: https://pod....
Angels, visions and near death encounters - Dale C Allison on whether skeptics can take religious experiences seriously
September 16, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBFrom rapturous joy to inexplicable terror, angelic encounters to near death experiences, New Testament scholar Dale Allison has researched a wide range of phenomena in his new book 'Encountering Mystery: Religious Experience in a Secular Age'. He tells of his own experiences and explains why they are more common than many people realise, and why skeptics shouldn't dismiss them out of hand. Justin also brings listener questions from atheists and believers. For Dale's book 'Encountering M...
Remembering Queen Elizabeth II - NT Wright, Gavin Ashenden & Ruth Jackson
September 09, 2022 17:01 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBAs the world marks the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Justin Brierley presents a special edition of Unbelievable? speaking to New Testament scholar NT Wright about his memories of the queen when he preached for her as Bishop of Durham. Former chaplain to the queen Gavin Ashenden asks whether the end of her reign marks the end of Christendom in the UK, and Ruth Jackson reflects on the hope that comes with grief. For Ruth Jackson's article: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/articles/we-m...
Classic Replay: Is the Catholic Church the one true church?
September 06, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBSome of the key differences between Catholic and Protestant doctrine were explored in a friendly dialogue in this show from the archives. Roman Catholic Peter D Williams and Protestant pastor David Robertson debated The Pope, Sola Scriptura and justification by faith. • Subscribe to the Unbelievable? podcast: https://pod.link/267142101 • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For online learning: https://...
Are the public ready to move beyond the science vs faith conflict? Nick Spencer & Katherine Mathieson
September 02, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 40.9 MBKatherine Mathieson, director of the Royal Institution and Nick Spencer of Theos discuss the recent report 'Science and Religion: Moving away from the shallow end', which surveyed the British public's attitudes towards science and faith. They explore questions such as: Why does the public believe there is a conflict? How has New Atheism played into the debate? Is science the only way of knowing truth? For the Theos report: https://www.theosthinktank.co.uk/research/2022/04/21/science-and...
Classic Replay: Egalitarian vs Complementarian views on men & women
August 30, 2022 15:49 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBA controversial blog post by Jared Wilson, quoting pastor Doug Wilson on the role of men and women in sex reignited the debate between complementarians and egalitarians. Our guests on this episode from the archives were: Rachel Held Evans: popular US author, blogger and speaker who believes the New Testament supports the equality of men and women in the church and in the home (Egalitarian). Owen Strachan: theology professor at Boyce College, Kentucky who believes the Bible teaches that m...
The 2 men who invented the war between science & faith - Tim O’Neill, Dave Hutchings & James Ungureanu
August 26, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBPodcast version: In the 19th Century John Draper and Andrew White conjured up one of the most successful and enduring myths of the modern world - the supposed historical conflict between science and faith. Justin explores their story with David Hutchings and James Ungureanu, authors of 'Of Popes and Unicorns: Science, Christianity and how the conflict thesis fooled the world'. They are also joined by Tim O'Neill of the 'History For Atheists' website, a non-believer who has establish...
Podcast special: Unapologetic - former NFL player Derwin Gray’s conversion
August 23, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBWe continue to bring you taster episodes of our wide range of Premier Unbelievable podcasts during August. Our newest podcast 'Unapologetic' offers weekly conversations with leading Christian thinkers, apologists and evangelists. In this episode Justin meets former NFL player Derwin L Gray, who founded Transformation Church in South Carolina and is author of the new book 'How To Heal Our Racial Divide'. Subscribe to the Unapologetic podcast: https://pod.link/1622170986 See episodes at...
Why is God hidden? Cosmic Skeptic & Lukas Ruegger at Oxford University with Max Baker-Hytch
August 19, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBWhy doesn't God seem to reveal himself to people who are open and seeking him? Recorded at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University, atheist Alex O'Connor (aka Cosmic Skeptic) and Christian apologist Lukas Ruegger join Justin discuss the hiddeness of God. OCCA tutor Max Baker-Hytch also joins the discussion for a post-script commentary. For OCCA: https://www.theocca.org/ For Wycliffe Hall: https://www.wycliffe.ox.ac.uk/ For Cosmic Skeptic: https://www.youtube.com/c/CosmicSkeptic For Luk...
Podcast special: The CS Lewis podcast - Alister McGrath on Surprised By Joy
August 16, 2022 17:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBDuring August we are profiling some of the other great podcasts from Premier Unbelievable? In this taster episode from the CS Lewis Podcast with Alister McGrath, he opens up 'Surprised By Joy', the autobiography of Lewis' conversion. Subscribe to the CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 See episodes at our website: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/shows/cs-lewis • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelie...
My bipolar experience: Can Christianity offer a better approach to depression?
August 12, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 36.8 MBAuthor and academic James Mumford recently wrote an article for The New Atlantis magazine about his experience undergoing therapy at a clinic for bipolar disorder and his concerns about its value neutral approach. He engages with psychologist Roger Bretherton, creator of The Character Course, on what role faith can play for those struggling with depression. For James Mumford: https://www.jamesmumford.co.uk/ For Roger Bretherton: https://www.thecharactercourse.com/ • Subscribe to th...
Podcast special: Ask NT Wright Anything - Surprised By Hope
August 09, 2022 17:00 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MBJustin presents a mid-week taster episode of our popular Ask NT Wright Anything podcast. This episode saw Tom Wright answer listener questions about salvation and new creation from his popular book 'Surprised By Hope'. Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast: https://pod.link/1441656192 See episodes at our website: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/shows/ask-nt-wright-anything • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http:...
Is Progressive Christianity a false gospel? Randal Rauser & Doug Groothuis
August 05, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBTheologian Randal Rauser defends 'progressive' Christians such as Rob Bell, Richard Rohr and Brian Mclaren, against 'heresy hunters' in his new book 'Progressive Christians Love Jesus Too' a response to Alisa Childers' book 'Another Gospel?'. Christian philosopher and apologist Douglas Groothuis explains why he thinks some progressive Christians are outside the bounds of orthodoxy and shares Childers' concerns about their influence. For Randal Rauser: https://randalrauser.com/ For...
Podcast special: Matters of Life and Death - The James Webb Telescope & Cosmology
August 02, 2022 18:00 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MBJustin introduces a taster episode of 'Matters Of Life And Death' one of Premier Unbelievable's new podcast offerings, presented by Christian bioethecist John Wyatt and his journalist son Tim. As the first images from the James Webb Space Telescope are beamed back to Earth, they are joined by theologian Andrew Davison to consider the spiritual value of cosmology and astrophysics. Subscribe to The Matters Of Life And Death podcast: https://pod.link/1509923173 See episodes at our website...
Mikhaila Peterson & Jon McCray (Whaddo You Meme) • Are Millennials and Gen Z ready to believe in God?
July 29, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBThe Big Conversation - Episode 6 | Season 4 Almost half of Millenials and Gen Z in the USA identify as 'nones' (having no religious affiliation). Mikhaila Peterson who runs a popular Youtube channel and Podcast talks about her own recent journey to faith along with the journey of her father, renowned psychologist Jordan Peterson. Jon McCray who runs 'Whaddo You Meme' a popular Youtube channel responding to internet atheism and popular culture joins the conversation as he and Mikhaila talk...
Classic Replay: The Young Atheist’s Handbook: Alom Shaha vs Tom Price
July 26, 2022 18:00 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MBFrom the archives: Alom Shaha grew up in a Muslim background in London but became an atheist in his teens. Now a science teacher he has written about that journey in his book "The Young Atheist's Handbook". He chatted with Tom Price of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics about Love, God, Narnia, Hope and much more... • More shows from Unbelievable? https://pod.link/267142101 • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unb...
The Mystery of Consciousness - Panpsycast event with Rowan Williams, Anil Seth, Laura Gow, Philip Goff & Jack Symes
July 22, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBWe've teamed up with the Panpsycast podcast to bring you this week's episode of Unbelievable? 'The Mystery of Consciousness' was a live audience event recorded at the Tung Auditorium in Liverpool. The panellists are Rowan Williams, Anil Seth, Laura Gow and Philip Goff, moderated by Panpsycast host Jack Symes. For The Panpsycast: https://thepanpsycast.com/ • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • Get the Unbelievable? podcast https://pod.link/26714210...
Classic Replay: Did Jesus Exist? Bart Ehrman Q&A
July 19, 2022 18:00 - 58 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this one-on-one edition of the show, Justin Brierley spoke to New Testament Historian Bart Ehrman about his recent book "Did Jesus Exist?" which argues for the historical fact of Jesus of Nazareth. Ehrman, whose books are more usually at odds with evangelicals, was this time attacked by atheist proponents of "mythicism" - the view that Jesus never existed. He responded to the criticisms, including mythicists Bob Price and Richard Carrier and answered questions sent in by Unbelievable? ...
Lord Martin Rees & John Wyatt • Robots, Transhumanism, and Life Beyond Earth
July 15, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 40.2 MBThe Big Conversation - Episode 5 | Season 4 Is Artificial Intelligence a friend or foe of human flourishing? Does faith have any part to play in the robotics revolution, and the race to upgrade our bodies and even escape our planet? What does the future hold for humans? Astronomer Royal Lord Martin Rees author of 'On The Future' and Christian bioethicist Dr John Wyatt author of 'The Robot Will See You Now', discuss these questions alongside clips from interviews with robotics experts Nige...
Classic Replay: Atheist convert to Catholicism: Leah Libresco vs Hemant Mehta
July 12, 2022 18:00 - 58 minutes - 27 MBWhen Leah Libresco became a Catholic her story was featured on CNN. Why? Because up to that point she had been an atheist blogger. Her story was soon being shared on Christian and atheist blogs. She talked to atheist blogger Hemant Mehta (aka The Friendly Atheist) about why the moral argument helped her in the journey and he quizzed her over why she chose Catholicism. Listener questions were also included. • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live...
Overturning Roe: A victory for life or step back for abortion rights? Lois McLatchie vs KS
July 08, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MBFollowing the landmark reversal of Roe vs Wade by the US Supreme Court, pro-life advocate Lois McLatchie and pro-choice guest KS debate the legal and ethical implications. For Lois McLatchie: https://adf.uk/team/lois-mclatchie/ For KS: https://defendingfeminism.com/ • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For online learning: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training-and-events • Support us in the USA:...
Classic Replay: Jehovahs witness diaglogue: part 2
July 05, 2022 18:00 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MBIn the second programme examining the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses, Robert King and Tony Brown discussed whether Christ claims to be God. Robert is a disfellowshiped JW but still holds to Watchtower doctrine. Tony is a former JW, now a Christian pastor. They talked about whether JWs rely upon a works-based salvation, return to the 144,000 and discuss whether Jesus is the Archangel Michael and not the son of God, as Robert claims. • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierun...
Graham Oppy & Guillaume Bignon • Rationality, Religious Experience and the Case for God
July 01, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBThe Big Conversation - Episode 4 | Season 4 Why do people convert to belief in God? Is it rational do so? Graham Oppy is Professor of Philosophy and Associate Dean of Research at Monash University, Australia and a well-known atheist thinker and author. He engages with Guillaume Bignon a Christian philosopher from France whose book ‘Confessions of a French Atheist’ tells the story of his adult conversion to Christianity. For bonus content e-book, updates and more shows sign up at http:/...
Classic Replay: Jehovahs witness diaglogue: part 1
June 28, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 31.1 MBIn the first of two programmes Justin Brierley talks to Jehovah's Witness Robert King (aka e-watchman) and former JW Tony Brown. Robert is disfellowshipped but still holds to Jehovah's Witness doctrine. He does not speak in any offical capacity for the Watchtower Society. Tony Brown is now a Christian pastor with a ministry to Jehovah's Witnesses, he describes how he joined and left the organisation. They discuss the failed end-time prophecies of the organisation, their controversial blo...
Shane Claiborne vs Kyle Thompson - Mass shootings, gun violence and the USA 2nd Amendment
June 24, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBRecent mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, NY have brought the issue of gun violence and mass shooting in the USA back into the spotlight. Christian peace activist Shane Claiborne, creator of the 'Beating Guns' campaign and gun owner Kyle Thompson of Undaunted Life debate whether the Bible justifies lethal force in self defence, whether people or guns are the problem, and what practical steps could be taken to reduce gun violence in the USA. Justin also speaks to Ben Nolan about ...
Classic Replay: Is there evidence for a cosmic creator? Hugh Ross vs Lewis Wolpert
June 21, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBRecorded at Imperial College London in 2012. Christian astrophysicist Hugh Ross of Reasons To Believe debated atheist biologist Lewis Wolpert. Ross brought evidence for God from Big Bang cosmology, explaining why scientific advance provides a testable model of Biblical Creation. Wolpert said that belief in God is a by-product of evolution and nothing more. • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For online...
Iain McGilchrist & Sharon Dirckx • Brain science, consciousness & God: Is there a master behind our mind?
June 17, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 37.3 MBThe Big Conversation - Episode 3 | Season 4 What does the science of brain chemistry and consciousness tell us about the nature of our mind and our cosmos? Recorded live at The British Library London, leading psychiatrist and philosopher Dr Iain McGilchrist, author of the influential books ‘The Master and his Emissary’ and 'The Matter With Things' engages in conversation with Christian neuroscientist Dr Sharon Dirckx author of 'Am I Just My Brain?'. They discuss brain science, consciousn...
Classic Replay: Do we live on an old or young earth? Hugh Ross & Ken Samples vs Andy MacIntosh & Stephen Lloyd
June 14, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 63.7 MBYoung Earth Creationists (YEC) claim the earth and universe is only some 6000 years old according to the Bible and that any science that goes against this is flawed. Old Earth Creationists (OEC) argue that the Bible does not commit us to a 24hr day view of creation days, but that the earth and universe is, as mainstream science predicts, billions of years old. This debate was recorded in front of a live audience at Gunnersbury Baptist Church in 2012. Representing OEC were Hugh Ross & Ken ...
God Unmuted Conference highlights - Glen Scrivener, Alister McGrath and guests plus John Lennox
June 10, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 39.2 MBJustin presents talks and clips from panel discussions at Unbelievable? the Conference 2022, live from The British Library in London. Glen Scrivener on 'Why Christ Alone Can Win The Culture Wars', Alister McGrath on 'How to transform our culture and not be consumed by it', and snippets from panel discussions on transgender and vocation. Get the Digital Download of Unbelievable? 2022 on video: https://premierchristianmarketplace.co.uk/collections/unbelievable/products/unbelievable-2022-its-...
Classic Replay: William Lane Craig vs Peter Atkins - Manchester debate
June 07, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBFrom October 2011, the full recording of the final debate of the UK Reasonable Faith Tour. William Lane Craig is a Christian philosopher, Peter Atkins is an atheist scientist. In this their second encounter, they debated arguments for and against the existence of God. Craig's other debates from the 2011 Tour: vs Stephen Law: https://youtu.be/w7FhphWDokA vs Peter Millican: https://youtu.be/fEw8VzzXcjE vs Andrew Copson & Arif Ahmed: https://youtu.be/GRIVUIVb5mc • More shows, free eBook...
Rowan Williams & Paul Kingsnorth • Conversion, culture and the cross: Are we ready to believe in God again?
June 03, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 38.9 MBThe Big Conversation - Episode 2 | Season 4 Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury engages with author Paul Kingsnorth on his adult conversion to Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Paul and Rowan talk about the spiritual longings that still exist under the surface of secular culture and whether ancient forms of Christianity may provide answers to today’s generation. For bonus content including the Jordan Peterson ebook, updates and more shows, sign up at: http://www.thebigconversati...
Classic Replay: Antagonistic atheism: David Robertson vs Mike Lee
May 31, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBFrom May 2012, Mike Lee aka "The Religious Antagonist" was a US atheist who made YouTube videos mocking Christianity. His videos were popular but his approach earned him both praise and criticism from fellow atheists. David Robertson often interacts with atheists online and has earned himself the title "the wee flea" for his provocative interactions on the Dawkins website. They debated whether Mike's approach is a helpful one. David accused Mike of emotional atheism and an incoherent vie...
Are the gifts of the Spirit still in operation? Cessation vs Continuation: Doug Wilson & Michael Brown
May 27, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 40.6 MBThe charismatic church is the fastest growing part of the global church. But not all Christians believe gifts of tongues, prophecy and healing are for today. Doug Wilson, pastor of Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho is a cessasionist. He beleves the charismatic gifts ceased with the closure of scripture. He engages with Michael Brown, host of the Line of Fire radio show and proponent of prophecy and charismatic gifts. For Doug Wilson: https://dougwils.com/ For Michael Brown: https://askdrbro...
Classic Replay: Why is the Universe the way it is? Hugh Ross & Paul Davies
May 25, 2022 14:44 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBFrom May 2012, astrophysicist Hugh Ross (President of Reasons to Believe) discussed with physicist Paul Davies "why is the universe the way it is"? Paul Davies' recent appearance on The Big Conversation: https://www.thebigconversation.show/theoriginsoflife • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For online learning: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training-and-events • Support us in the USA: http://www...
Richard Dawkins & Francis Collins • Biology, Belief and Covid: Can science and faith be reconciled?
May 20, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBThe Big Conversation - Episode 1 | Season 4 Richard Dawkins is emeritus Professor of the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford University and author of the best-selling atheist book 'The God Delusion'. Francis Collins is the former head of the Human Genome Project and National Institutes of Health, currently serving as Science Advisor to the President and author of 'The Language of God: A scientist presents evidence for belief'. They discuss their journeys towards and away from faith,...
Classic Replay: A Universe From Nothing? Lawrence Krauss & Rodney Holder
May 17, 2022 18:00 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBFrom April 2012, anti-theist cosmologist Lawrence Krauss's book "A Universe From Nothing" received both acclaim and criticism for its attempt to answer the question "Why is there something rather than nothing?" Debating the issue with Krauss was Rodney Holder, Course director at the Faraday Institute, Cambridge. An astrophysicist and priest by background. • For conference & live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • More podcasts, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com...
Original sin vs original goodness: Katharine Birbalsingh & Steve Chalke on educating children
May 12, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBKatharine Birbalsingh has been described as 'Britain's strictest headteacher'. Twitter erupted when she tweeted that 'original sin' was responsible for the fact children need to be habituated into choosing good over evil. She discusses child education and human nature with Christian leader Steve Chalke, founder of numerous Oasis Trust schools, who says that 'original goodness' is a more biblical view than 'original sin'. For our new podcast Unapologetic: https://pod.link/1622170986 For K...
Classic Replay: What’s wrong with the world? Andrew Wilson and Geoff Lillis
May 10, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 28 MBFrom April 2012: Andrew Wilson is an apologist, author and elder at Kings Church Eastbourne. His book 'If God, Then What?' presents arguments for the existence of God and how the Christian Gospel addresses the issues of suffering and death in the world. Geoff Lillis, a humanist atheist from Ireland, discussed with Andrew his different perspectives on whether the world is getting better or worse, and what the diagnosis is and what the cure might be. • For conference & live events: http://w...
Cultivating virtue - A christian and atheist perspective. Dominic Done and Julian Baggini
May 06, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBDominic Done is the author of the book 'Your Longing Has A Name' in which he explores the seven virtues listed in 2 Peter 1:5-7 - Goodness, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, Godliness, mutual affection and love. He engages with atheist philosopher Julian Baggini, author of 'The Godless Gospel', on the differences between a Christian and secular approach to developing character. For Dominic Done: https://www.pursuingfaith.org/your-longing-has-a-name For Julian Baggini: https://www.ju...
Classic Replay: Miracles today Pt 2: do they happen? Craig Keener & Geoff Lillis
May 03, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 29 MBFrom March 2012, we continue to look at miracles with Dr Craig Keener of Asbury Theological Seminary, author of the book "Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts". Geoff Lillis is an atheist listener who interacts with Keener on a number of the miracle accounts in the book, seeking to show that there may be a natural explanation for them. They also discuss the character of some of the charismatic healing ministries that operate. For Keener's recent discussion with Michael S...
Has woke theology gone too far? Calvin Robinson & Robyn Henderson-Espinoza
April 29, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBAnti-woke Anglican ordinand Calvin Robinson engages with Transqueer Latinx theologian Dr Robyn Henderson-Espinoza on whether 'woke' theology is creating a more inclusive faith or a dangerous diversion from historic Christianity. For Dr Robyn Henderson-Espinoza: https://linktr.ee/irobyn For Calvin Robinson: https://twitter.com/calvinrobinson • For conference & live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • More podcasts, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • Support us...
Classic Replay: Miracles in the Gospels Pt 1: Did they happen? Craig Keener & Geoff Lillis
April 26, 2022 18:00 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBFrom March 2012, this was the first of two programmes looking at miracles in the Bible and today. Craig S Keener is a New Testament Scholar at Asbury Theological Seminary, Kentucky. His book "Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts" is a 2 volume work assessing the case for the miracles of Jesus and the many reported cases of miracles around the world. Geoff Lillis is an atheist listener from Ireland. He contests the reliability of miracle accounts from 2000 years ago. Fo...
Lee Strobel on the Case For Heaven PLUS Alister McGrath, Lisa Fields, Jeff Vines and Sharon Dirckx conference preview
April 22, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.1 MBJustin interviews some of the contributors to Unbelievable? 2022 including theologian Alister McGrath, African-American apologist Lisa Fields, US pastor Jeff Vines and neuroscientist Sharon Dirckx. Book your place http://www.unbelievable.live Lee Strobel also chats to Justin about his new documentary film The Case for Heaven https://www.thecaseforheavenmovie.com/ • For conference & live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • More podcasts, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbeliev...