Unbelievable?
By Premier Christian Radio
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Podcast Description
'Unbelievable?' engages in fundamental questions on Christianity with the intention to openly discuss different opinions between Christians and non-believers.
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Was Jesus a Calvinist? James White & David Instone-Brewer - Unbelievable? 19 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 | Last week to book for Unbelievable? The Conference! http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons David Instone-Brewer is a New Testament Scholar at Tyndale House, Cambridge. He returns to talk about his new book "The Jesus Scandals" and some of the reasons why he believes Jesus' theology doesn't conform to a Calvinist view of God's sovereignty. Does the Parable of the Great Feast contradict the idea of an "elect", did Jesus in some sense believe in "luck", are disasters ordained by God? James White of Alpha and Omega ministries is a Calvinist and responds to David's viewpoint. For The Jesus Scandals http://amzn.to/HiFsHg For David Instone-Brewer http://bit.ly/I44BJ0 For James White http://www.aomin.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 1 Aug 2009 - Calvinism & predestination Debating doctrine - James White and Roger & Faith Forster debate predestination Unbelievable? 12 June 2010 - The Jesus DiscoveryAdam Bradford and David Instone-Brewer debate Jesus' human identity. Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 19 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Podcast special - Gay Marriage Debate - David Robertson vs Adrian Trett - Unbelievable? 17 May 2012 - 17 May 2012 | Book in for Unbelievable? The Conference Sat 26 May http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons This podcast only recording is a debate held at Gunnersbury Baptist Church on the question "Should marriage be redefined to include same-sex unions?". For redefining marriage, Adrian Trett of the Liberal Democrat LGBT group. Against redefining marriage, Revd David Robertson of the Solas Centre For Public Christianity. To see the video of this debate http://www.gunnersburybaptistchurch.org/resources/viewvideo.php?event=43 For the next live debate at Gunnersbury Baptist Church on "Do we live on a young or old earth?" on Mon 28 May featuring Hugh Ross, Ken Samples, Andy McIntosh & Stephen Lloyd http://www.gunnersburybaptistchurch.org/news/viewnews.php?id=64 | 17 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Podcast special - William Lane Craig vs Peter Atkins - Manchester debate - Unbelievable? 17 May 2012 - 17 May 2012 | Book now for Unbelievable? The Conference Sat 26 May http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons The full recording of the final debate of the UK Reasonable Faith Tour with William Lane Craig. William Lane Craig is a Christian philosopher, Peter Atkins is an atheist scientist. In this their second encounter, they debate arguments for and against the existence of God. See the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ssq-S5M8wsY All the videos from the Reasonable Faith Tour: http://www.premier.org.uk/craig | 17 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Antagonistic atheism: David Robertson vs Mike Lee - Unbelievable? 12 May 2012 - 12 May 2012 | Book now! Unbelievable? The Conference 2012, Sat 26 May http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons Mike Lee aka "The Religious Antagonist" is a US atheist who makes YouTube videos mocking Christianity. His videos are popular but his approach earns him both praise and criticism from fellow atheists. David Robertson is Pastor of St Peter's Free Church, Dundee and director of the Solas Centre for Public Christianity. He often interacts with atheists online and has earned himself the title "the wee flea" for his provocative interactions on the Dawkins website. David and Mike debate whether Mike's approach is a helpful one. David accuses Mike of emotional atheism and an incoherent view of Christianity. Mike says mocking Christianity is the best way of policing its power in the US. For The Religious Antagonist http://www.youtube.com/user/religiousantagonist For David Robertson http://www.solas-cpc.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 - Richard Morgan - from Atheism to Faith - Christians Richard Morgan, David Robertson and Atheist Ed Turner Unbelievable? 21 Mar 2009 "Challenging Atheist Myths" Part1 Christian David Robertson & Atheist Adrian Hayter Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 12 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Why is the Universe the way it is? Hugh Ross & Paul Davies - Unbelievable? 5 May 2012 - 05 May 2012 | Book for Unbelievable?: the Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons Sat 26 May Hugh Ross is an astronomer and founder of Reasons To Believe, an apologetics organisation aiming to show why modern science confirms and supports the Christian worldview. Paul Davies is a British astrophysicist and popular science author currently based at Arizona State University. An agnostic, much of his writing has focussed on the extraordinary "fine tuning" of the Universe that allows life to exist and why the universe's order and intelligibility defy a purely naturalistic explanation. Hugh and Paul discuss whether the properties of our Universe may be the result of a creator God, competing hypotheses such as the multiverse, whether science can be used to test the Biblical worldview... and Hugh explains why he wants NASA to look for fossils on the moon. For Hugh Ross http://www.reasons.org For his book "Why The Universe Is The Way It Is" http://amzn.to/K6xg0C For Paul Davies http://cosmos.asu.edu/ For his books see http://cosmos.asu.edu/publications/books.htm For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 17 Apr 2010 - Are we alone in the universe? Astrophysicist Paul Davies & Mathematician John Lennox Unbelievable? 9 Oct 2010 - Hawking's God John Polkinghorne & Hugh Ross Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 5 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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A Universe From Nothing? Lawrence Krauss & Rodney Holder - Unbelievable? 28 Apr 2012 - 28 April 2012 | Book now for Unbelievable? The Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons Sat 26 May Lawrence Krauss is a Cosmologist at Arizona State University who describes himself as an "anti-theist". His latest book "A Universe From Nothing" has received both acclaim and criticism for its attempt to answer the question "Why is there something rather than nothing?" Debating the issue with Krauss is Rodney Holder, Course director at the Faraday Institute, Cambridge. An astrophysicist and priest by background. In a lively exchange they debate whether Krauss' "nothing" is "nothing", fine tuning and multiverses, scientific knowledge, miracles and the usefulness of theology and philosophy. For "A Universe From Nothing" http://amzn.to/IvYuNK For Lawrence Krauss http://krauss.faculty.asu.edu/ For Rodney Holder http://www.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk/faraday/Staff.php For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 26 November 2011 - What created the Universe?Edgar Andrews vs Robert Stovold Unbelievable? 25 Sep 2010 - Hawking, God & the Universe Sir Roger Penrose and Alister McGrath Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 28 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Gay Marriage Debate - Tatchell vs Williams Unbelievable? 21 Apr 2012 - 21 April 2012 | Book now for Unbelievable? The Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons Peter Tatchell is a lifelong gay rights campaigner who has staged controversial protests campaigning for equal rights. He believes that the proposed legislation to introduce same-sex marriage in the UK is long overdue. Peter D Williams of Catholic Voices believes that putting gay marriage on an equal footing with heterosexual marriage is a dangerous and unnecessary step. For Peter Tatchell http://www.petertatchellfoundation.org/ For Peter D Williams article on gay marriage http://bit.ly/Je3HI0 For the Coalition For Marriage http://c4m.org.uk/ For the Coalition For Equal Marriage http://www.c4em.org.uk/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 6 Nov 2010 - Ex-Gay and Gay-Affirming approaches to homosexuality Unbelievable? 5 Jun 2010 - Homosexuality and the Church Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 21 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What's wrong with the world? Unbelievable? 14 Apr 2012 - 13 April 2012 | Book now for Unbelievable?: The Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons On the show this week: Andrew Wilson is an apologist, author and elder at Kings Church Eastbourne. His new 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 returns to chat with Andrew. From different perspectives they discuss whether the world is getting better or worse, what the diagnosis is and what the cure might be. For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 25 Aug 2007 - God Delusion debate Deluded by Dawkins? Andrew Wilson & Gordon Livesey Unbelievable? 3 Oct 2009 - What picture of God does the Bible paint? Christian Andrew Wilson & Atheist Norman Bacrac debate Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 13 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Easter Scandal - David Instone-Brewer & Bob Price - Unbelievable? 7 Apr 2012 - 07 April 2012 | Book now for Unbelievable? The Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons Sat 26 May On the show this week: The Jesus Scandals is the new book by New Testament Scholar David Instone-Brewer which claims that various aspects of Jesus life and ministry were a scandal to early Christians, and would have never been included in the Gospels if they hadn't really happened. Today they give us evidence of its reliability. Bob Price is a sceptical Bible Scholar from the US who maintains that it is unlikely that Jesus even existed. Do the "scandals" of Christ's shameful execution, unusual resurrection and the women witnesses support David's case? And what about his claim to have discovered the original arrest warrant for Jesus? For The Jesus Scandals http://amzn.to/HiFsHg For David Instone-Brewer http://bit.ly/I44BJ0 For Bob Price http://www.robertmprice.mindvendor.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 19 June 2010 - Does the Bible condone slavery? Bob Price & David Instone-Brewer. Unbelievable? 16th April 2011 - Biblical evidence for the Resurrection Bart Ehrman & Mike Licona Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 7 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Was Jesus Liar, Lunatic or Lord? CS Lewis' apologetics - Unbelievable? 31 Mar 2012 - 30 March 2012 | Book for Unbelievable? The Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons On the show this week: April is CS Lewis month on Premier Christian Radio. In this edition of the show we examine two of CS Lewis' apologetic arguments for Christianity. The Trilemma - "Either Jesus is a lunatic, a liar or Lord. He cannot simply be a great moral teacher, he has not left that option open to us". Does Lewis' argument still stand 60 years on? Kenneth R Samples is senior research scholar for Reasons To Believe and a lifelong fan of CS Lewis. He defends Lewis' apologetics against atheist James Croft who says that it fails to pass muster. They also discuss Lewis' "Argument for God from Reason" - that our belief in the trustworthiness of our reasoning faculties is only possible if God exists. To enter the draw for 3 CS Lewis books email unbelievable@premier.org.uk For Kenneth Samples http://www.reasons.org/about/who-we-are/kenneth-samples For James Croft http://www.templeofthefuture.net/about For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 February 2012 - Is apologetics a waste of time? Unbelievable? 30 Oct 2010 - The Apologetics of CS Lewis Michael Ward debates with Dan Barker. Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 30 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Miracles today: do they happen? Craig Keener & Geoff Lillis - Unbelievable? 24 Mar 2012 - 24 March 2012 | Book for Unbelievable? The Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons This week on the show: 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 The Book "Miracles" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Miracles-Credibility-New-Testament-Accounts/dp/0801039525 For Craig Keener http://www.craigkeener.com/ For Geoff Lillis http://geoffsshorts.blogspot.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 25 Jul 2009 - Michael Shermer debates "Miracles" Do miracles happen today? Atheist Michael Shermer vs Christian Adrian Holloway Unbelievable? 17 May 2008 Todd Bentley and the Lakeland 'revival' The Florida Outpouring - a new move of God or hype & sensationalism? Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 24 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Miracles in the Gospels: Did they happen? Craig Keener & Geoff Lillis - Unbelievable? 17 Mar 2012 - 17 March 2012 | Book in for Unbelievable the Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons 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 new 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. In a good-natured encounter that will be continued next week Geoff and Craig discuss the nature of Miracles, Hume's philosophical argument against them, whether the Gospel accounts of miracles were invented or embellished and "Why Does God Hate Amputees?". For The Book "Miracles" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Miracles-Credibility-New-Testament-Accounts/dp/0801039525 For Craig Keener http://www.craigkeener.com/ For Geoff Lillis http://geoffsshorts.blogspot.com/ More on the case of Craig Marsh http://www.turningpointministries.info/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 29 October 2011 - Gary Habermas & Geoff Campos Is it rational to believe in Miracles? Unbelievable? 17 Nov 2007 - Are miracles evidence for God? Miracles and healing - is it evidence for the truth of Christianity? Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 17 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Richard Dawkins & Rowan Williams dialogue - Unbelievable? 10 Mar 2012 - 10 March 2012 | Book Now For Unbelievable?: The Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons This week's show. Sofia Europa sponsored a discussion between Richard Dawkins and Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury. The discussion is moderated by Prof Anthony Kenny. It is broadcast here in full. For the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bow4nnh1Wv0 For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 5 November 2011 - William Lane Craig - Is God a Delusion?At Oxford Sheldonian Theatre Unbelievable? 12 Dec 2009 - Dawkins Debate on Atheist fundamentalism Richard Dawkins debate on "Atheism is the New Fundamentalism" - review with interviews Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 9 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Hell: Annihilation or Eternal Conscious Punishment? Unbelievable? 3 Mar 2012 - 03 March 2012 | BOOK NOW: Unbelievable?: the Conference 2012 http://www.premier.org.uk/reasons This week's show: Chris Date is the host of the Theopologetics podcast. Until recently he believed in Hell as a place of never-ending punishment. But now he has become convinced that the Bible better supports an annihilationist view - that the damned will, in most respects, cease to exist. Steve Jeffery is Pastor Of Emmanuel Evangelical Church in Southgate. He holds to the traditional view that those in hell continue to be eternally conscious of their punishment. They debate the nature of hell. Is annihilationism a heresy? What is Gehenna? Does the 'fire' of Revelation comsume or ruin? What did Jesus say about it? For Chris Date & podcasts on annihilation http://theopologetics.podbean.com For Steve Jeffery http://northlondonchurch.org/ministers-blog/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 23rd April 2011 - Rob Bell defends 'Love Wins' Unbelievable? 8 Aug 2009 - Hell - two different views debated Conditional immortality vs. Eternal conscious torment - James White debates Roger and Faith Forster Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 3 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Common English Bible - Do We Need Another Translation? Unbelievable? 25 Feb 2012 - 25 February 2012 | The Common English Bible is a recently released new translation of Scripture. An interdenominational team of Bible scholars worked on the project, with thousands of people involved in test readings. The aim was to produce an accurate, but jargon-free Bible, aimed at today's English reader. Joel B Green, Professor at Fuller Theological Seminary headed the team of NT translators. He discusses some of the unusual choices of phraseology and interpretation with NIV Bible scholar David Instone-Brewer of Tyndale House, Cambridge. Do we need another English translation? Why "Human One" instead of "Son of Man"? Is gender neutral language helpful? Have passages such as 1 Tim 2 been translated to favour an egalitarian theology? Plus questions from listeners. For the Common English Bible http://www.commonenglishbible.com/ Enter the draw for a copy by emailing unbelievable@premier.org.uk For Joel B Green http://www.fuller.edu/academics/faculty/joel-green.aspx For David Instone-Brewer http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 22 Jan 2011 - Which Translation should we Trust? Unbelievable? 13 Feb 2010 - Two views on Divorce and Remarriage - David Instone-Brewer & Andrew Corn Unbelievable? 14 May 2011 - Should women be church leaders?With Christina Rees & John Richardson Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 25 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Is apologetics a waste of time? Unbelievable? 18 Feb 2012 - 18 February 2012 | Chris Sinkinson is a pastor and tutor at Moorlands Bible College. His new book 'Confident Christianity' aims to equip the believer with an overview of apologetics and how it can be used to make a rational defense of the Christian faith. James Croft is an atheist Brit studying at Harvard University and director of 'Temple of the Future'. He has read and debated with apologists - he says that all the apologetic arguments he has heard are incapable of convincing him. They debate what constitutes faith and evidence and whether it's irrational to believe in miracles such as the resurrection. We have 5 copies of Confident Christianity to give away - get in touch telling me "what makes you believe" and you may win one! email unbelievable@premier.org.uk To buy Confident Christianity http://amzn.to/ACKJH5 For Chris Sinkinson http://www.moorlands.ac.uk/home/about-us/staff-profiles.php For James Croft http://www.templeofthefuture.net/about For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 29 October 2011 - Gary Habermas & Geoff Campos Belief in Miracles. Unbelievable? 11 June 2011 - Unbelievable? The Conference - John Lennox & Guests Unbelievable? 21 Aug 2010 - Debating Apologetics Online Christians Todd Pitner & Richard Morgan with atheist Paul Baird Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 18 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Should atheists be more religious? Alain de Botton & James Orr - Unbelievable? 11 Feb 2012 - 11 February 2012 | Atheism 2.0 is the logical next step for non-believers according to cultural philosopher Alain de Botton. He outlines why atheists should borrow from the art, architecture, community, and contemplative traditions of religion without the supernatural beliefs. The book "Religion for atheists" drew criticism from Richard Dawkins and others after De Botton apparently suggested that there should be "temples for atheism". De Botton responds and also gives his opinion on AC Grayling's "The Good Book" and Terry Eagleton's unfavourable review in The Guardian. Recorded in De Botton's home, he chats with James Orr, a Christian convert studying for a PhD in the History of Ideas at Cambridge University. They discuss whether the trappings of religion make sense without the kernel of faith. For Alain de Botton http://www.alaindebotton.com/ Buy "Religion for Atheists" http://amzn.to/rsrtAe The TED Talk http://blog.ted.com/2012/01/17/atheism-2-0-alain-de-botton-on-ted-com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 17 Dec 2011 Believing Bulls**t - Is Christianity an intellectual blackhole? Stephen Law & James Orr Unbelievable? 26 Oct 2011 - William Lane Craig vs Peter Millican - Does God exist? Unbelievable? 2 Apr 2011 - Is it best to be agnostic? Mark Vernon & David Robertson Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 11 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Angels: Do they exist? Christian & atheist discuss - Unbelievable? 4 Feb 2012 - 04 February 2012 | Angels have been reported for thousands of years across different cultures. What is the evidence of their existence? Three guests examine Biblical and contemporary accounts of angelic visitation. Peter S Williams is a Christian Philosopher and author of the book "The Case for Angels". He say that there is philosophical, biblical and experiential evidence for the existence of angels. Lee Warren is a magician by trade. As an atheist and sceptic he says the mind is capable of making people believe unusual things, but a natural explanation always lies behind accounts of supernatural beings. Roger Harper is an Anglican Vicar who has researched Christian accounts of modern-day angelic visitations. For Peter S Williams http://idpluspeterswilliams.blogspot.com/ His Books "The Case for Angels" http://tinyurl.com/79xjm3g and "Understanding Jesus" http://tinyurl.com/7ljghdf For Lee Warren http://www.leewarrenmagic.co.uk/ For Roger Harper http://rogerharper.wordpress.com/ More Resources: Emma Heathcote-Jones Seeing Angels and Pastor Roland Buck's Angelic Experiences http://www.angelsonassignment.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Demons: Do they exist? Different Christian views - Unbelievable? 28 Jan 2012 Unbelievable? 25 Jul 2009 - Michael Shermer debates "Miracles" Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 4 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Demons: Do they exist? Different Christian views - Unbelievable? 28 Jan 2012 - 28 January 2012 | Three Christians of different theological persuasion discuss the existence of demons. John Tancock (JT) is involved in Charismatic Church leadership. He believes demons are real. As well as pursuing apologetics, he is involved in deliverance ministry and had regularly prayed for demons to be cast out of people. Will Van Der Hart is a vicar in the Church Of England and a founder of Mind and Soul - helping Churches to understand mental health issues. He believes in a negative spiritual realm but wants to stop the stigmatisation of people with mental health issues as "demonised". Jonathan Clatworthy is General Secretary of Modern Church - promoting liberal theology. He believes that demons don't exist and modern day deliverance ministry can do more harm than good. John Tancock http://jtsblogspot.blogspot.com/ or http://www.youtube.com/user/reachout/search?query=deliverance Will Van Der Hart http://www.mindandsoul.info/ Jonathan Clatworthy http://www.clatworthy.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 10 Jul 2010 - Was Saint Paul mentally ill & the proponent of a hoax religion?'B. Strong' & Christian John Tancock debate Unbelievable? 10 May 2008 The gift of tongues - faith or fake? Gerald Coates, Mark Johnston & Stephen Pilcher discuss. Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 28 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Has Neuroscience killed God? Dr Alasdair Coles vs Martyn Frame - Unbelievable? 21 Jan 2012 - 21 January 2012 | Continuing our Mind, Body and Soul month of programming on Premier, Justin is joined by a Christian and an atheist as they discuss whether people's religious experiences can be explained by brain activity alone. Revd Dr Aladair Coles is an academice neurologist in Cambridge and part of the Faraday Institute's Test of Faith initiative. He says that even though neuroscience has helped us understand the brain activity of religious people, atheist scientists such as Sam Harris have not thereby disproved God. Martyn Frame is a psychological therapist and atheist. He believes that people's brain states fully explain their religious experiences and, in any case, the Christian God would not have given us the brains we have if He existed. For Premier's Mind, Body & Soul resources http://www.premier.org.uk/mind For Alasdair Coles http://www.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk/faraday/Biography.php?ID=60 For Test of Faith lectures by Alasdair http://www.testoffaith.com/resources/resources.aspx?resourceByTag=true&tagid=24 For Martyn Frame see http://www.freeoffaith.net For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 24 Jul 2010 - Psychology of Religion "Is religious belief a trick of the mind?" Atheist Martyn Frame & Christian Joanna Collicut McGrath Unbelievable? 24 Jul 2010 - Wired for God? The Biology of Spiritual Experience Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 21 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Mark Driscoll Interview - special podcast 14 Jan 2012 - 14 January 2012 | Justin Brierley interviews Grace & Mark Driscoll on their book Real Marriage and on Mark's ministry as pastor of Mars Hill Church Seattle. The interview, which was recorded for Christianity Magazine, was criticised by Driscoll in a blog post http://pastormark.tv/2012/01/12/a-blog-for-the-brits Justin Brierley responds to Mark's criticisms in the introduction to the interview. For Christianity Magazine's response see http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/markdriscoll For a free copy of Christianity Magazine http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/freesample.aspx For Justin Brierley's weekly faith debate radio show & podcast Unbelievable? http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable | 14 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Is Our Mind More Than Matter? Keith Ward vs David Papineau - Unbelievable? 14 Jan 2012 - 14 January 2012 | Is our physical brain one and the same with the consciousness, thoughts and perceptions we experience? Is matter all there is ultimately? Keith Ward is a prominent Christian Philosopher & Theologian. The Former Regius Professor of Divinity at Oxford University. He believes in an immaterial mind, as well as the phsical brain. David Papineau is Professor of Philosophy of Science at Kings College London. As an atheist & physicalist he believes that the mind is one and the same with the brain - there is nothing immaterial about it. For Keith Ward see http://www.keithward.org.uk/ For David Papineau http://www.kcl.ac.uk/artshums/depts/philosophy/people/staff/academic/papineau/index.aspx For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes Unbelievable? 23 Aug 2008 Why there IS a God - Keith Ward Keith Ward and Robert Stovold Unbelievable? 21 Jun 2008 A Case for theistic evolution - Keith Ward Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 14 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Is there scientific evidence for the star of Bethlehem? Unbelievable? 7 Jan 2012 - 07 January 2012 | A show marking January's Feast of the Epiphany which marks the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus. Various astronomical theories have been put forward for what might have constituted the "Star of Bethlehem" that guided the Magi as recorded in Matthew 2. Christian Astrophysicists Hugh Ross and Jeff Zweerink of Reasons To Believe join Justin. Agnostic Astronomer Mark Kidger who works for the European Space Agency also joins the conversation. The firmly sceptical side is catered for by Norman Bacrac of the Ethical Society. Hugh, Jeff and Mark outline the conclusion their work has drawn on the Star of Bethlehem most likely being a recurring nova, witnessed by other astronomers in 5 BC. Norman expresses scepticism at the idea a celestial object could have led the Magi to a specific location and the astronomers respond. For Reasons to Believe resources on The Star http://www.reasons.org/christmasstar For Mark Kidger's book The Star of Bethlehem http://amzn.to/wNklg2 For the Ethical Society http://www.ethicalsoc.org.uk For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 26 Dec 2009 - Are the two Christmas accounts contradictory? Christian Charles Foster vs. Atheist Robert Stovold Unbelievable? 22 Dec 2007 - Did Christians steal Christmas? Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 7 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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New Year's Eve Special inc Robertson, Lennox, Driscoll & Craig - Unbelievable? 31 Dec 2011 - 31 December 2011 | A varied New Year's Eve show with contributions from Revd David Robertson on his life-threatening illness. Reflections on the passing away of Christopher Hitchens from listeners and debate oppponent Prof John Lennox. Humorous "Praxman &..." sketches. An extract from a forthcoming interview with sometimes controversial US pastor Mark Driscoll. Audio from the Reasonable Faith Tour in Cambridge and more... For Praxman sketches see http://youtu.be/fywHc4M7LdA http://youtu.be/Ki-TdFv7IVE http://youtu.be/LgafS_jfQMc or http://www.premier.tv/sketches For Mark Driscoll interview in Feb edition of Christianity Magazine check back at http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/ For Reasonable Faith Tour videos http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 31 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Did the Old Testament prophesy the birth of Christ? Unbelievable? 24 Dec 2011 - 24 December 2011 | A festive edition of the show in which we investigate some of the common Old Testament prophecies associated with Christmas. Isaiah 7:14 "The virgin will conceive" and Micah 5:2 "But you Bethlehem..." Do such prophecies supernaturally predict the coming of Christ? Dr Michael Brown is a Messianic Jew who believes there is overwhelming evidence for Jesus fulfiling the prophecies of the Old Testament. Andrew Hindmarch is an atheist who denies that any kind of prophecy can be show to be valid. Dr Michael Brown http://www.askdrbrown.org/ The Reasonable Faith Tour Video page http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 24 May 2008 Jesus & Jewishness Jesus & Jewishness: are they compatible? Rabbi Shmuley Boteach & Michael Brown debate Unbelievable? 20 Dec 2008 The Virgin Birth - for & against The Virgin Birth: Fact or Fiction? Revd Michael Sayward debates Unitarian Sarah Tinker Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 24 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 Dec 2011 Believing Bulls**t - Is Christianity an intellectual blackhole? - 17 December 2011 | Stephen Law is an atheist and Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at Heythrop College and director of the Centre for Inquiry UK. His latest book "Believing Bulls**t: how not to get sucked into an intellectual black hole" looks at the reasons people are persuaded into believing irrational things. Jame Orr is a Christian convert studying for a Doctorate in philosophy at Cambridge University. He engages Stephen on whether the criteria for recognising "intellectual black holes" applies to the claims of Christianity, including The Resurrection. For Stephen Law http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/ Get the Book http://amzn.to/vNX92y For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 5 Feb 2011 - Alister McGrath & Stephen Law - Why Won't God Go Away? Unbelievable? 13 Nov 2010 - The Evolutionary Argument Against Naturalism Alvin Plantinga vs Stephen Law Join the conversation at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 17 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Dec 2011 - Revisiting the evil God challenge - Law vs Peoples - 10 December 2011 | Stephen Law is senior lecturer in philosophy at Heythrop College, London and director of the Centre For Inquiry UK. He joins Justin to reflect on his debate with William Lane Craig during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour where he defended atheism. Glenn Peoples is a Christian Philosopher from New Zealand. He discusses Stephen's central argument against God - The Evil God Challenge and why he believes that the Moral Argument is the solution to it. For Stephen Law http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/ For Glenn Peoples http://www.beretta-online.com/ For Unbelievable? the Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 October 2011 - William Lane Craig vs Stephen Law - Does God Exist? Unbelievable? 16 Oct 2010 - The Moral argument for God Philosophers Arif Ahmed and Glenn People debate http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 10 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 Dec 2011 - Did man make God, or did God make man? - 03 December 2011 | Edgar Andrews is Emeritus Professor of Materials at the University of London and the author of "Who Made God?" He returns to support the view that only God explains the ability of science to make sense of the world around us. Lewis Wolpert is Emeritus Professor of Biology at University College London, he is an atheist and Vice President of the British Humanist Association. He argues tht belief in God is purely a result of evolution. They debate what constitutes "evidence" for God, and whether science is the only admissible type of evidence. For "Who made God?" http://whomadegod.org/ Order the book: http://www.epbooks.org/who-made-god-p-2170.html For Lewis Wolpert http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cdb/research/wolpert For Unbelievable? the Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 19 Dec 2009 - What does science tell us about God? Atheist scientist Lewis Wolpert debates believing scientist Russell Cowburn Unbelievable? 1 May 2010 - Test of Faith: Do we need God, now that we have science? Christian Denis Alexander vs Atheist Stephen Law http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 3 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Nov 2011 - What created the universe? - 26 November 2011 | Edgar Andrews is Emeritus Professor of Materials at the University of London and the author of "Who Made God?" He claims that the hypothesis of God is the best explanation for a variety of aspects of human existence and the universe as revealed by science. He has debated Richard Dawkins. Robert Stovold is an atheist with a background in evolutionary biology. He believes that positing God is an uneccesary addition to the facts that science gives us about the universe. They discuss fine tuning of the Universe, whether God could be behind the Big Bang and why the laws of nature are so elegant and intelligible to humans. For "Who made God?" http://whomadegod.org/ Order the book: http://www.epbooks.org/who-made-god-p-2170.html Edgar Andrew's debate with Dawkins http://richarddawkins.net/audio/721-1986-oxford-union-debate Robert Stovold is looking for questions to be submitted for a book he is writing: http://bit.ly/s7BG4b For Unbelievable? the Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 25 Sep 2010 - Hawking, God & the Universe Sir Roger Penrose and Alister McGrath Unbelievable? 13 Oct 2007 - John Lennox debates science & God Has science buried God? John Lennox & Robert Stovold Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 26 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Nov 2011 - Signature in the cell - Stephen C Meyer vs Keith Fox - 19 November 2011 | Stephen Meyer is a leading proponent of Intelligent Design who directs the Centre for Science and Culture at the Discovery Institute in Seattle. His most recent book "Signature in the Cell" claims to show that the DNA code is the product of intelligent mind, not naturalistic processes. Keith Fox is Professor of Biochemistry at Southampton University. He chairs the UK Christians in Science network but disagrees strongly with ID. They debate how life could have originated and whether design is allowed as an explanation in science. For Unbelievable? the Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 - "Expelled" The Movie - Stephen C Meyer vs. Peter Atkins Unbelievable? 20 Mar 2010 - "Expelled" live audience debate "Expelled" live audience debate at Imperial College London - Susan Blackmore, Steve Fuller, Keith Fox & Alastair Noble Unbelievable? 23 Oct 2010 - Darwin's Black Box - Michael Behe & Keith Fox debate Intelligent Design Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 18 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Nov 2011 - William Lane Craig apologetics Q&A - 12 November 2011 | William Lane Craig is research professor of philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, La Mirada, California. As part of the Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011 he visited Oxford. As well as delivering a public lecture in the evening, Craig also addressed invited students about apologetics at a lunchtime gathering. This recording of elements of the Q&A includes Bill addressing questions such as "What if all your arguments were refuted?" "Are debates the best way of doing apologetics?" and "What do you think of the young, restless and reformed movement?" For videos from the Reasonable Faith Tour sponsored by UCCF, Damaris and Premier Radio http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For Bill's latest apologetics training book "On Guard" http://amzn.to/u3Bid3 For Unbelievable? the Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 5 Nov 2011 - Is God a Delusion? William Lane Craig in Oxford William Lane Craig Profile Interview with Justin Brierley http://bit.ly/vF772O Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 12 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Nov 2011 - Is God a Delusion? William Lane Craig in Oxford - 08 November 2011 | FOR FULL VIDEO OF THE EVENT http://youtu.be/fP9CwDTRoOE On 25th October 2011 Professor William Lane Craig spoke to a capacity audience at Oxford's Sheldonian theatre. He critiqued Richard Dawkins' book The God Delusion and interacted with a panel of academics. THe event was Chaired by Professor Peter Millican of Hertford College, and the panel comprised Dr. Daniel Came, Dr Stephen Priest, and Dr John Parrington. Richard Dawkins was invited to defend his book but refused. An empty chair was left for him in case he changed his mind. This event was part of the Reasonable Faith Tour 2011 sponsored by UCCF, Damaris & Premier Christian Radio. More info on the tour and videos as they are made available at http://www.premier.org.uk/craig & http://www.bethinking.org/craig For Unbelievable? the Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 October 2011 - William Lane Craig vs Stephen Law - Does God Exist? Unbelievable? 26 Oct 2011 - William Lane Craig vs Peter Millican - Does God Exist? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 8 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 Oct 2011 - Gary Habermas & Geoff Campos - Belief in Miracles - 29 October 2011 | Justin went backstage at the Bethinking Apologetics Conference last week to record a show with one of the speakers - Professor Gary Habermas and an atheist listener to Unbelievable? Geoff Campos. Habermas is Distinguished Professor of Apologetics and Philosophy at Liberty University, Virginia. Campos is an atheist convinced of materialism with a background in biological science. They discuss why Geoff finds the concept of the miraculous incoherent, what it would take to convince him of a miracle, the resurrection of Jesus, Near Death Experiences and more. For Gary Habermas http://www.garyhabermas.com For Unbelievable the Conference DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 Gary Habermas - American Masters of Apologetics pt 1 Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 28 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Oct 2011 - William Lane Craig vs Peter Millican - Does God Exist? - 26 October 2011 | The Reasonable Faith Tour has concluded! This Special Podast edition of the show features the full audio from the debate held at Birmingham University between Christian Philosopher William Lane Craig and atheist Philosopher Peter Millican. William Lane Craig is Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology in La Mirada, California. As well as publishing hundreds of academic works and articles he is well known for his debates with atheists around the world. Peter Millican is Gilbert Ryle Professor of Philosophy at Oxford University and a noted Hume scholar. They debate "Does God Exist?" before a capacity crowd at Bill's Alma Mater, Birmingham University where he studied for his first Doctorate. For William Lane Craig see http://www.reasonablefaith.org For Peter Millican see http://www.millican.org For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 October 2011 - William Lane Craig vs Stephen Law - Does God Exist? Unbelievable? 10 September 2011 - William Lane Craig Q&A & Tour preview Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 26 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 October 2011 - William Lane Craig vs Stephen Law - Does God Exist? - 18 October 2011 | BOOK NOW: The UK Reasonable Faith Tour is underway! INFO http://www.bethinking.org/craig TICKETS http://www.premier.org.uk/craig Due to popular demand we are releasing an early Special Podcast Edition of the show featuring the full audio of the recent debate between William Lane Craig and Stephen Law on "Does God Exist". The debate took place at Westminster Central Hall on Mon 17 October in front of an audience of over 1700 people. William Lane Craig is Research professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of theology, California and has debated leading atheists around the world. Stephen Law is Senior lecturer in Philosophy at Heythrop College, University of London & Provost of CFI UK. The formal debate concluded with a sit down conversation, hosted by Justin Brierley, which includes written questions from the audience. For William Lane Craig http://www.reasonablefaith.org For Stephen Law http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 10 September 2011 - William Lane Craig Q&A & Tour preview Unbelievable? 5 July 2011 - William Lane Craig vs AC debate on God & Evil Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 18 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 Oct 2011 - "Is the Bible historically reliable?" debate - 15 October 2011 | Last chance to book: The Reasonable Faith Tour with William Lane Craig 17-26 October http://www.premier.org.uk/craig On today's Show: New Testament Scholar David Instone-Brewer and Bible sceptic Ken Humphreys met in a debte at Gunnersbury Baptist Church, London recently. David argues that the Bible is reliable source of historical information, Ken Humphreys argues it is not. Covering archaelogical evidence, the New Testament accounts of Christ and more, they present their case to an audience of sceptics and Christians, followed by Questions. For the full debate visit http://www.gunnersburybaptistchurch.org/events/viewmp3.php?mp3=42-0 For David Instone Brewer see http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer For Ken Humphreys http://www.jesusneverexisted.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 12 June 2010 - The Jesus DiscoveryAdam Bradford and David Instone-Brewer debate Jesus' human identity. Unbelievable? 2 May 2009 "Did Jesus exist?" "Did Jesus Exist?" - Apologist JP Holding & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 15 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 Oct 2011 - Old Testament Grill-a-Christian with Peter J Williams - 08 October 2011 | BOOK NOW: The UK Reasonable Faith Tour with William Lane Craig is one week away 17-26 Oct http://www.premier.org.uk/craig Peter J Williams is the Warden of Tyndale House, Cambridge and a first class scholar of both Old and New Testament. He takes non-Christian listener sceptical questions on the Old Testament. Nazam asks "Did Moses write the Torah?". Norman asks "Hasn't modern archaeology disproved OT stories?". Jim asks "Why do Christians think the 10 commandments are special?". Peter joins William Lane Craig, John Lennox & Gary Habermas for the Bethinking Apologetics Conference in London on Sat 22 Oct http://bit.ly/oF76eG You can order Tyndale House DVDs mentioned here http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=2009dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 "Misquoting Jesus" Ehrman & Williams Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 19 June 2010 - Does the Bible condone slavery? Bob Price & David Instone-Brewer. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 8 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 Oct 2011 - Craig, Lennox, Habermas & PJ Williams - Apologetics conference preview - 01 October 2011 | BOOK NOW: The UK Reasonable Faith Tour with William Lane Craig http://www.premier.org.uk/craig Watch the video preview at http://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=GB&v=pQifJkVCFaQ On this week's show: We look ahead to the Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference "Countering the New Atheism" on Sat 22 Oct in London. It will form part of the Reasonable Faith Tour. Speakers include William Lane Craig, John Lennox, Gary Habermas & Peter J Williams. Justin features all four apologists on the show speaking to them about their hopes for the Tour and the Conference, hearing about their personal faith journeys and how they respond to atheists in their field of expertise. For more info on the Bethinking Conference http://bit.ly/oF76eG To hear the full interview with William Lane Craig on his life and work http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/Features.aspx For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this progamme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 10 Sep 2011 - William Lane Craig Q&A & Tour preview Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 Gary Habermas - American Masters of Apologetics pt 1 Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 1 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 24 Sep 2011 - Understanding Jesus - listener Q&A - 24 September 2011 | BOOK NOW: The Reasonable Faith Tour with William Lane Craig 17-26 October 2011 http://www.premier.org.uk/craig Peter S Williams is a Christian philosopher and apologist. His latest book Understanding Jesus brings together lines of evidence for a philosophical, historical and theological understanding of Jesus. He takes listener calls on questions such as "How can Jesus be both God and man?" "Is there any evidence that Christians really have a 'relationship' with Jesus?" & "Was Jesus a failed apocalyptic prophet?" For Peter S Williams http://www.arn.org/authors/williams.html For 'Understanding Jesus' http://idpluspeterswilliams.blogspot.com/2011/05/pre-order-understanding-jesus-five-ways.html For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 8 May 2010 - "The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ" Philip Pullman, Martin Saunders and Bible Scholar Anthony McRoy. Unbelievable? 31 Oct 2009 - Preterist, Dispensational and Liberal views of The return of Jesus. Did Jesus get it wrong in Matthew 24? - Dee Warren, Terry Boyle & Andrew Whyte. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 24 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 Sep 2011 - Can an atheist believe in meaning? - 17 September 2011 | COMING SOON: Book into the UK Reasonable Faith Tour with William Lane Craig http://www.premier.org.uk.craig Geoff Crocker is a former Christian, now atheist. However, he says he still believes in Spirituality even as an atheist and that believing the universe is Godless does not mean there is no meaning to be grasped. His book "An Enlightened Philosophy" asks if atheism may be able to borrow from Religion "reintrepreted as myth". Peter S Williams is a Christian Philosopher and apologist. He says that Atheism does not allow for objective meaning, value or purpose, only theism can provide those. For Geoff Crocker see www.anenlightenedphilosophy.com For Peter S Williams see http://idpluspeterswilliams.blogspot.com/ For book titles by Peter S Williams http://www.amazon.co.uk/Books-by-Peter-S-Williams/lm/RSF2D8GU2KJ6Z For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcasthttp://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 7 Feb 2009 "The Atheist's Bible" "The Atheist's Bible" - Joan Konner and Peter S Williams Unbelievable? 18 Jul 2009 - Intelligent Design vs Evolution Intelligent Design vs Evolution - Peter S Williams and Peter Hearty debate Join the discussion at the Premier Communityhttp://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 17 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Sep 2011 - William Lane Craig Q&A & Tour preview - 10 September 2011 | William Lane Craig is coming to the UK from October 17-26 2011 for a series of debates and lectures countering atheism and presenting strong rational grounds for belief in God. Book now for the Reasonable Faith Tour at http://www.premier.org.uk/craig William Lane Craig is Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, La Mirada, California. As well as extensive writing on the Philosophy of time, morality and natural theology, he is widely recognised as a renowned defender of Christian theism and has debated with leading atheists around the world. He talks about the forthcoming tour, why Polly Toynbee, Richard Dawkins and AC Grayling have withdrawn or refused to debate him, and takes a variety of atheist & Christian listener questions on the Cosmological argument, Fine Tuning argument and Moral argument for God. TOUR INFO http://www.bethinking.org/craig TICKETS for debates, lectures & apologetics conference http://www.premier.org.uk/craig Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/reasonablefaithtour For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 5 July 2011 - William Lane Craig vs AC debate on God & Evil Unbelievable? 8 Jan 2011 - William Lane Craig reviews his debate with Dawkins Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 9 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 Sep 2011 - Islam, conversion & apostasy - 03 September 2011 | Book Now for October's UK Reasonable Faith Tour with William Lane Craig http://www.premier.org.uk/craig Today's show: Patrick Sookhdeo converted from Islam to Christianity as a young man. He has since gone on to represent the rights of persecuted Christians all over the world via the Barnabas Fund. His latest book "Freedom to Believe" challenges Islam to reform its apostasy laws - the death penalty for those who leave Islam. Sheikh Dr. Muhammed Al-Husseini is a Muslim scholar from Inter-faith organisation Scriptural Reasoning. He also agrees that Islam needs to take responsibility for the wrongs being done to Christians. However, he also believes the UK church is being hampered by politics that prevent it speaking out clearly on the issue. For Patrick Sookhdeo http://barnabasfund.org/UK For "Freedom to Believe" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Freedom-Believe-Challenging-Islams-Apostasy/dp/0978714199 For Muhammad Al-Hussaini http://www.scripturalreasoning.org.uk/index1.html For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 7 May 2011 - Was Osama Bin Laden the true face of Islam? Jay Smith, Muhammad Al-Hussaini & Anjem Choudary Unbelievable? 11 Dec 2010 - Islamic Blasphemy Law Adnan Rashid, Stuart Windsor & John Joseph Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 2 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Aug 2011 - Bart Ehrman on his loss of faith - 27 August 2011 | Bart Ehrman is James A Gray Distingushed Prof of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He is well known as a Bible scholar who has thrown doubt upon the reliability of Scripture with bestselling books "Misquoting Jesus" & "Forged". Bart once held a strong evangelical Christian faith. He explains why he abandoned it as he discusses his deconversion with Mike Licona who is Research Professor of New Testament at Southern Evangelical Seminary. Mike also experienced a crisis of faith but pursued Biblical research which led him to the conclusion that the resurrection of Jesus is a fact of history and that the Bible is reliable. For Bart Ehrman http://www.bartdehrman.com/ For Mike Licona http://www.risenjesus.com/ Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Book in for the October Reasonable Faith UK Tour at http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 16th April 2011 - Biblical evidence for the Resurrection Bart Ehrman & Mike Licona. Unbelievable? 6 August 2011 - Bart Ehrman & Darrell Bock on "Forged" Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 27 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 20 Aug 2011 - Dialogue with an ex-Christian - 20 August 2011 | Rebekah Bennetch lives in Saskatoon, Canada. She grew up in a Christian family. Her dad is a pastor, and other family members are involved in Christian ministries. She professed faith from a young age, went to Bible college, atteneded church and went on mission trips. But in 2007 she "came out" as an atheist and now describes herself as the "black sheep" of her family. Sheridan Voysey is a writer, speaker and broadcaster on contemporary spirituality. For many years he presented "Open House", a nationally-syndicated Australian radio show on life, faith and culture. He now resides in the UK. They discuss what led Rebekah to abandon her faith, how Christians can best treat their "apostate" friends and family, and what lessons can be learnt for fruitful dialogue between believers and atheists. For Rebekah Bennetch http://canadianatheist.com/author/rebekah/ For Sheridan Voysey www.sheridanvoysey.com Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Tickets to William Lane Craig's UK tour http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 5 Apr 2008 "Why I became an atheist" Part 1 - John Loftus & Peter May Why I became an atheist - John W Loftus in discussion with Peter May Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 - Richard Morgan - from Atheism to Faith From Atheism to Christian faith via richarddawkins.net - Christians Richard Morgan, David Robertson and Atheist Ed Turner Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 20 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Aug 2011 - Hitler & Stalin's regimes - 13 August 2011 | Critics of Christianity sometimes make the case that Hitler was a Christian and that it influenced the Nazi regime. Is that true? Critics of atheism sometimes make the case that Stalin's atheism was a driving motivation for his murderous regime. Is that true? Peter Harris is a historian and Christian apologist. Ed Turner is a solicitor and atheist blogger. They discuss the historical evidence for and against both points of view. For Peter Harris see http://www.bethinking.org/right-wrong/intermediate/dawkins-and-the-abuse-of-history.htm For Ed Turner see http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com/ Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Tickets to William Lane Craig's UK tour http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 30 Jul 2011 - Does Religion make people kill?"Does religion make people kill?" Christian Peter Harris & atheist Ed Turner respond to Norway killings Unbelievable? 13 Sep 2008 Christianity on Trial - Part 2 Christianity on trial Pt 2: Can we really look to the Bible and Jesus for morality Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 13 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Aug 2011 - Bart Ehrman & Darrell Bock on "Forged" - 06 August 2011 | Sceptical Bible scholar Bart Ehrman's latest book "Forged" claims that many of the writings of the New Testament are falsely attributed to apostles such as Peter and Paul. He claims that they were not written by them and that a deliberate deception was taking place. Darrell Bock of Dallas Theological Seminary responds, saying that the case for forgery is not as conclusive as Bart claims. They examine the evidence for whether 1 and 2 Peter were written by Peter as well as letters attributed to Paul such as Ephesians and 2 Thessolonians. For Ehrman & "Forged" http://www.bartdehrman.com/ For Darrell Bock http://blogs.bible.org/bock For The Ehrman Project http://ehrmanproject.com/ Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Book in for the October Reasonable Faith UK Tour at http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - Richard Bauckham on the Gospels - pt 1 Jesus and the Eyewitnesses part 1 : Richard Bauckham and James Crossley Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 "Misquoting Jesus" Ehrman & Williams Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 6 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 30 Jul 2011 - Does Religion make people kill? - 30 July 2011 | On Fri 22 July 2011 tragedy struck Norway as Anders Breivik detonated a bomb in Oslo and shot dozens of people ont he island of Utoya. Soon afterwards news media were referring to Breivik as a "Christian fundamentalist" But was he a Christian and did faith influence the terrible actions he took? Peter Harris is a historian and Christian apologist. Ed Turner is a solicitor and atheist blogger. They discuss what Breivik appeared to believe and whether religion leads people to do evil things. For Peter Harris see http://www.bethinking.org/right-wrong/intermediate/dawkins-and-the-abuse-of-history.htm For Ed Turner see http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com/ Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Tickets to William Lane Craig's UK tour http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 19 Sep 2009 - Would Europe be better off Atheist or Christian? David Robertson, Ed Turner & Richard Morgan Unbelievable? 3 Nov 2007 - The New Atheism Barry Duke and David Marshall Debate Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 29 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 Jul 2011 - Is there justification for abortion? - 23 July 2011 | Recent statistics on abortion in the UK saw just under 190,000 abortions in 2010. Figures were also released for late abortions carried out because of physical and mental disability. Dr. Wendy Savage of Doctors For A Woman's Choice On Abortion has been campaigning in the pro-choice movement all her life. She says the right of the woman to choose comes before the rights of the foetus. She has personally carried out many abortions, offering services in New Zealand before the law was liberalised. Madeleine Flannagan is part of the New Zealand MandM apologetics blog and has been involved in the Pro-life movement there. She says that assigning a baby in the womb rights at a certain point of pregnancy is arbitrary and that the safest option is to assume from conception that they hold the same human rights as a newborn. They discuss whether abortion law devalues those with disabilities, at what point a foetus becomes a baby and whether the rights of the mother trump the rights of the child. For Doctors for a Woman's Choice on Abortion http://www.dwca.org/ For MandM resources on abortion http://www.mandm.org.nz/tag/feticide Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Tickets to William Lane Craig's UK tour http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 23 Jan 2010 - Abortion - Pro-choice Evan Harris MP vs Pro-life Sarah Macken Unbelievable? 19 Jan 2008 Abortion Abortion - pro-life vs. pro-choice. Unbelievable? 12 Jan 2008 Embryology and medicine Human Fertilisation & Embryology - are we playing God? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 23 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 Jul 2011 - Debating Nazi Ideology - 16 July 2011 | Richard Weikart is a Christian and professor of History at California State University. He has drawn controversial conclusions regarding the role of Darwinism in providing a rationale for Hitler's Nazi ideology. Hector Avalos is an atheist and Professor of Religious Studies at Iowa State University. He disagrees with Weikart, saying that Christian anti-semitism is the more likely explanation for Nazi ideology. For Weikart see http://www.discovery.org/p/37 For "Hitler's Ethic" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hitlers-Ethic-Pursuit-Evolutionary-Progress/dp/0230112730/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpt_2 For Avalos see http://www.philrs.iastate.edu/avalos.shtml Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Tickets to William Lane Craig's UK tour http://www.premier.org.uk/craig For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 - "Expelled" The Movie - Stephen C Meyer vs. Peter Atkins Unbelievable? 25 Oct 2008 Is religion responsible for war? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 16 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 9 Jul 2011 - Grill a Christian round 4 - 09 July 2011 | Scottish pastor and apologist David Robertson returns for a show interacting with three UK atheist listeners of the show. "Hasn't the experience of common morality around the world shown that we have no need of a divine law giver?" asks Jim. Andrew shares his positive experience of church as an atheist and how best to understand those of other viewpoints. John questions the atheist/agnostic labels we often use. For David Robertson http://www.solas-cpc.org Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 Jun 2011 - Is a secular society a more tolerant one? David Robertson debates Terry Sanderson Unbelievable? 5 Mar 2011 - Grill a Christian Round 3 & Unbelievable? Conference announcement Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 9 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Jul 2011 - William Lane Craig vs AC Grayling debate on God & Evil - 05 July 2011 | William Lane Craig & AC Grayling debated at the Oxford Union in 2005. Does the existence of evil and suffering in the world preclude the existence of the Christian God? Book for the UK Reasonable Faith Tour 2011 Info at http://www.bethinking.org/craig Book Tickets at http://www.premier.org.uk/craig William Lane Craig is Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology California, and arguably the world’s foremost defender of historic Christianity AC Grayling is the UK's most noted atheist Professor of Philosophy. He recently pre-resigned as incoming President of the British Humanist Association after controversy surrounding his New College of the Humanities. After refusing an invitation to debate the Existence of God during the coming UK William Lane Craig Reasonable Faith Tour in October this year, he publicly stated that he had never debated Craig before. We beg to differ. For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 19 Jul 2008 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 2: William Lane Craig. Unbelievable? 8 Jan 2011 William Lane Craig reviews his debate with Richard Dawkins. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 4 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 25 Jun 2011 - Atheist delusions - David Bentley Hart vs Terry Sanderson - 25 June 2011 | Many new atheist writers have claimed that a new age of enlightened secular rationalism has rescued Western civilisation from the stranglehold of backwards and archaic Christian influence. David Bentley Hart says those who make such claims are suffering from an "atheist delusion". His book "Atheist delusions: The Christian revolution and its fashionable enemies" recently won the Michael Ramsey Prize for theological writing. Terry Sanderson of the UK's national Secular Society claims we are better off than we have ever been in an increasingly secular society and that the freedoms and values we hold do not require a Christian foundation. Bentley Hart believes that Terry is deluded by a new atheist myth of secular "progress" when the history of Christianity and secularism actually tell a different story. The Michael Ramsey Prize website http://www.michaelramseyprize.org.uk/ For David Bentley Hart http://davidbhart.blogspot.com/ For Terry Sanderson http://www.secularism.org.uk/ Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes You may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 Jun 2011 - Is a secular society a more tolerant one? David Robertson debates Terry Sanderson Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - Richard Bauckham on the Gospels - pt 1 Richard Bauckham and James Crossley. Unbelievable? 5 Sep 2009 - Bauckham on the Gospels - Pt 2 Richard Bauckham & James Crossley. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 25 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 Jun 2011 - Is a secular society a more tolerant one? - 18 June 2011 | This week we air a debate that recently took place on whether Britain's increasingly secular society is thereby a more tolerant one. Does secularisation bring a level playing field for everyone, or are Christians now being marginalised for their beliefs? David Robertson is a church pastor and author who runs the Solas Centre for Public Christianity. He debates with Terry Sanderson, spokesperson for the National Secular Society. Justin also speaks to both for their reflections on the debate and its implications for society. The debate took place at Gunnersbury Baptist Church - the full recording with audience Q&A can be accessed at http://www.gunnersburybaptistchurch.org/events/viewmp3.php?mp3=39-0 Also: Order Unbelievable? The Conference on DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 20 Feb 2010 - "Is Christianity good for us?" Michael Shermer vs. David Robertson US atheist Michael Shermer debates Scottish apologist David Robertson Unbelievable? 18 Apr 2009 - "I am a Christian" - Are Christians being marginalised? Peter Kerridge, Terry Sanderson and Andrea Williams Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 17 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 11 Jun 2011 - Unbelievable? the Conference - 10 June 2011 | "Unbelievable? The Conference" is available now on DVD - http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd Justin introduces two elements of the conference. Professor John Lennox, Scientist and Christian apologist gave the opening address "What are we apologising for?" We also hear a round table discussion with audience Q&A that took place between Conference speakers David Robertson, David Instone-Brewer, Jay Smith and Mark Roques. They discuss questions on Old Testament reliability, whether apologists need to agree theologically and Osama Bin Laden. These and all 9 seminars from the conference are available on DVD - http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd You can hear more programmes and find great resources at http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 10 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 4 Jun 2011 - Making the resurrection add up - 04 June 2011 | "The Easter Challenge" is regularly issued by atheists and sceptics. Can Christians provide a coherent account the events of the resurrection of Jesus that harmonises the apparent differences between the four Gospel accounts? Jay Smith is a Bible scholar and evangelist who says that it can be done. He debates with agnostic sceptic Stephen Pilcher on the details of the Gospel accounts. How many women went to the tomb? Were there angels present? Who did Jesus appear to? For the challenge as issued by Dan Barker see: http://www.ffrf.org/legacy/books/lfif/?t=stone For Andy Bannister's harmonisation see http://www.answering-islam.org/Andy/Resurrection/harmony.html For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 16th April 2011 - Biblical evidence for the Resurrection Bart Ehrman & Mike Licona Unbelievable? 10 Jun 2007 - The resurrection Dead or Alive: the Truth of the Resurrection Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 3 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 28 May 2011 - Can Christian morality inform secular society? - 28 May 2011 | Lord Richard Harries is a life peer in the British House of Lords and the former Bishop of Oxford. His book "The Re-enchantment of Morality" has been shortlisted for this year's Michael Ramsey Prize for theological writing. He argues that Christianity and the example of Jesus "re-enchants" morality with a foundation, purpose and distinctiveness. Lord Dick Taverne is a Liberal Democrat Peer in the House of Lords and an atheist. He contends that religion can be a help but also danger to a moral society. They debate whether the West's focus on wealth needs a Christian moral solutuion, and also debate the rights and wrongs of euthanasia. To Pre-Order "Unbelievable? The Conference" DVD http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For "The Re-Enchantment of Morality" http://www.spckpublishing.co.uk/shop/re-enchantment-of-morality-the/ For Lord Richard Harries http://www.gresham.ac.uk/professors-and-speakers/the-rt-revd-lord-harries For Lord Dick Taverne http://www.libdems.org.uk/people_detail.aspx?name=Lord_Taverne&pPK=c40f5bff-94ec-4852-ac4d-229a9fa67e22 For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 25 Apr 2009 Euthanasia - Should it be legalised? Lord Dick Taverne & Dan Boucher Unbelievable? 27 Feb 2010 - Faith in Britain - Andrew Copson of the BHA vs David Robertson "Stop worrying and enjoy your life" - are we better off without God in Britain? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 28 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 21 May 2011 - Is the Bible Unbelievable? - 20 May 2011 | Former Methodist minister turned atheist Leslie Scrace stopped reading the Bible after he lost his faith. 20 years later he read it again and wrote a book-by-book account of how he views it as an atheist called "An Unbelievers Guide to the Bible". Leslie criticises parts of the Old Testament that he sees as primitive and immoral while praising other parts of scripture that illustrate humanist values. Chris Sinkinson is a church pastor and teaches Old Testament and Apologetics at Moorlands Bible College. He responds saying that the Bible can't be dissected in the way Leslie attempts and that taking God out of the morality of the Bible robs it of its meaning. They discuss books such as Job, Joshua, Song of Solomon and the Gospels. Chris also challenges Leslie on whether his humanist morality has any objective foundation. PLUS: pre-order "Unbelievable?: The Conference DVD" http://www.premier.org.uk/dvd For Leslie Scrace's book http://www.amazon.co.uk/Unbelievers-Guide-Bible-Including-Apocrypha/dp/1852001461 For Chris Sinkinson http://www.moorlands.ac.uk/home/about-us/staff-profiles.php For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 19 Feb 2011 - Are there many paths to God? Chris Sinkinson & John Hick Unbelievable? 9 April 2011 - "Is God a Moral Monster?" Paul Copan vs Norman Bacrac Unbelievable? 8 May 2010 - "The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ" Philip Pullman, Anthony McRoy & Martin Saunders Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 20 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 14 May 2011 - Should women be church leaders? - 14 May 2011 | In 1995 the Church of England allowed the ordination of Women priests. But the question of whether the Bible forbids female authority in the church remains. Christina Rees serves on the Archbishop's Council and the General Synod. She advocates for women in ministry and female Bishops. John Richardson of the conservative Evangelical grouping Reform within the CofE disagrees with female ordination. They debate Passages in the New Testament that appear to forbid women speaking in Church, the role of husbands and wives and the practical realities of men and women being church leaders. For Women and the Church http://womenandthechurch.org/ For Christina Rees' book "Apostolic Women, Apostolic Authority" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Apostolic-women-apostolic-authority-transfiguring/dp/1848250401 For John Richardson http://www.ugleyvicar.blogspot.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 29 May 2010 - Homosexuality and the Bible This first show addresses the main scriptural passages that relate to homosexuality. Unbelievable? 13 Feb 2010 - Two views on Divorce and Remarriage - David Instone-Brewer & Andrew Corn "What did Jesus really say about Divorce and remarriage?" - David Instone-Brewer debates Andrew Cornes Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 14 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 7 May 2011 - Was Osama Bin Laden the true face of Islam? - 07 May 2011 | With the death of Osama Bin Laden we ask "Did Bin Laden represent the true face of Islam" Radical Islamist Anjem Choudary who has frequently praised Bin Laden and Al Queada for their acts of terror, joins the discussion. He says Osama was a true Muslim doing the work of Allah. Muhammad Al Hussaini is a Muslim scholar for the organisation Scriptural Reasoning. He deplores acts of terror and says Bin Laden transgressed multiple commands of Islam. Christian evangelist to Muslims Jay Smith believes that while Muhammad's moderate position is more humane, the postion of Choudary is more reflective of the actual commands and nature of Islam. They debate whether Islam allows violent Jihad, whether Islam can offer a "complete" solution and the nature of war-like texts in both the Koran and the Bible. For Anjem Choudary http://www.anjemchoudary.com/ For Jay Smith http://www.theopedia.com/Jay_Smith For Muhammad Al Hussaini http://www.scripturalreasoning.org.uk/index1.html For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 Dec 2010 - Islam & Dhimmitude Unbelievable? 15 Aug 2009 - Scriptural reasoning Imam Muhammad Al-Hussaini, Rabbi Mark Solomon and Christian Dr David Jackson discuss holy scriptures Unbelievable? 7 Jul 2007 - Does the Koran justify terrorism? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 7 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 30 Apr 2011 - Emerging Church Debate - Brian McLaren & James White - 30 April 2011 | Brian McLaren is an author, theologian and church leader. He is at the forefront of the "emerging church" and his books such as "A new Kind of Christian" and "A Generous Orthodoxy" have been influential in the moevement's theology Some describe the emerging church as "post-evangelical" and "post-modern" as it seeks to re-read scripture without the cultural baggage that it believes Western Christendom has often imposed. James White of Alpha and Omega ministries in Arizona sees the theology of the "emerging church" as a departure from orthodoxy, and an attempt to reshape the Gospel and God to fit modern sensibilities. They discuss post-modernity, Rob Bell's theology, interacting with other faiths, the atonement, sin and the cross. For Brian McLaren see http://www.brianmclaren.net/ For his latest book "Naked Spirituality" http://www.amazon.com/Naked-Spirituality-Life-Simple-Words/dp/0061854018 To watch the Rob Bell debate on Heaven, Hell & Universalsim http://www.premier.tv/lovewins/ For more theological debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 22 mar 2008 - Easter & the Atonement - does it make sense? Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 - Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 30 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 Apr 2011 - Rob Bell defends 'Love Wins' - 23 April 2011 | "Love Wins" by US megachurch pastor Rob Bell has ignited a theological debate about the nature of Hell, the nature of God and whether all people will utimately be saved. Bell joins Justin Brierley to discuss the book and respond to some of the key criticisms that have been levelled at it. UK Church blogger Adrian Warnock disagrees with many of Bell's conclusions and believes he is swimming outside the stream of evangelical orthodoxy. We also hear from listeners who have been tweeting and emailing their questions. A Video version of the debate will be available at the Unbelievable website soon http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable For Rob Bell see http://www.robbell.com/ For Adrian Warnock see http://adrianwarnock.com/ For more theological debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 19 Feb 2011 - Are there many paths to God? - John Hick vs. Chris Sinckinson Unbelievable? 17 Oct 2009 - The Evangelical Universalist - will everyone be saved? Robin Parry & Laurence M Blanchard Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 23 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 Apr 2011 - Biblical evidence for the Resurrection - Bart Ehrman & Mike Licona - 16 April 2011 | Bart Ehrman is well known as a US New Testament Scholar who lost his Christian faith and now questions many core precepts of Christianity, including the Resurrection of Jesus. When Mike Licona had doubts he devoted himself to investigating the evidence and became convinced that Jesus resurrection is the only rational explanation for the facts. They debate key historical facts about the resurrection - are the letters of Paul that report the resurrection and the Gospel accounts trustworthy or theologised and changed with time? What about apparent contradictions between the Gospels? Does the consensus of scholars count as evidence, or is there a Christian bias? Can a miracle count as an explanation for historical data? For Mike Licona http://www.risenjesus.com/ For Bart Ehrman http://www.bartdehrman.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 - Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 7th August 2010 - Adrian Warnock in discussion with Jonathan Clatworthy. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 16 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 9 Apr 2011 - Is God a Moral Monster? Paul Copan & Norman Bacrac - 09 April 2011 | Richard Dawkins describes the Old Testament God as "a vindictive, bloodthirsty ethnic cleanser" (among other things). Paul Copan is a Christian apologist and has written a book aiming to show why God's actions in the Old Testament are not immoral when taken in context. Norman Bacrac is an atheist humanist and part ot the South place Ethical Society. He believes that Old Testament morality was barbaric and we don't need a God to tell us how to behave. He holds that God's morality is called into question if we take the Old Testament literally. So how do we interpret passages where the Israelites were commanded to wipe out whole towns including women and children? For Paul Copan and his book "Is God a Moral Monster?" see http://www.paulcopan.com/ For the Ethical Society see http://www.ethicalsoc.org.uk/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 16 Oct 2010 - The Moral argument for God Philosophers Arif Ahmed and Glenn People debate Unbelievable? 19 June 2010 - Does the Bible condone slavery? Bob Price & David Instone-Brewer. Unbelievable? 13 Sep 2008 Christianity on Trial - Part 2 Can we really look to the Bible and Jesus for morality? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 9 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 2 Apr 2011 - Is it best to be agnostic? - 02 April 2011 | Mark Vernon trained to be an Anglican priest before losing his faith to become an atheist. But he became disenchanted with that position too. Now he champions agnosticism. He says agnosticism is more than "sitting on the fence" and is a rich place of searching after the big questions. Church Pastor David Robertson debates with Mark on whether God is ultimately unknowable. David claims that Jesus has made God knowable and that a journey of searching only makes sense in order to arrive at knowing. For Mark's book "How to be an Agnostic" see http://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Be-Agnostic-Mark-Vernon/dp/0230293212/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpi_6 For Mark Vernon's blog http://www.markvernon.com For David Robertson http://www.solas-cpc.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 5 Dec 2009 - Are we better off free from religion? Atheist Dan Barker vs. Christian Charles Foster. Unbelievable? 28 Mar 2009 - "Challenging Atheist myths" - Part 2 - Adrian Hayter & David Robertson on Godless Morality and the Immoral Bible. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 2 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Mar 2011 - Did Jesus die on the Cross? Islam debate - 26 March 2011 | The Koran claims that Jesus did not die on the cross. Mohammed Bahmanpour of the Islamic College in London defends the Koranic view that although "it was made to appear to them" that he died, in fact he was substituted by another. Jay Smith is a Christian evangelist to Muslims in London and brings to bear Biblical and other historical witnesses to the crucifixion. They debate the issue and whether the Koran or the New Testament is to be trusted as a revelation of God. Includes listener interactions with the guests. Jay will be speaking on "How do I respond to Islam? - 3 questions on God, Jesus and the Trinity that Muslims ask" at Unbelievable?: The Conference, Sat 14 May. Book your place http://www.premier.org.uk/answers For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 4 Apr 2009 Muslim Shabir Ally & Christian Tony Costa - "Did Jesus rise from the Dead?" - A Muslim/Christian Dialogue Hear Jay in action in the Documentary "Up the Ladder in Hyde Park" in our Feature section - http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/Features.aspx Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 26 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Mar 2011 - Presuppositional apologetics round 2 - 19 March 2011 | 6 months ago Sye Ten Bruggencate and atheist Paul Baird met to discuss Sye's presuppositional approach to proof of God. Sye claims that the fact Paul believes in laws of logic, maths, science and rationality prove that God exists. The show was a popular download with many subsequent online debates. They are back - Paul brings 6 months experience of debate on the subject online with him. Sye responds to some criticisms we received of his approach, including whether one can prove full blown Christian belief from presuppositional apologetics. For Sye see http://www.proofthatgodexists.org/ For Paul Baird http://patientandpersistant.blogspot.com/ To see some of the discussion threads on Presuppositional apologetics created by the last programme see: Sye & James debate Presuppositional apologetics round 2 Presuppositional apologetics Sye & Paul Show Comments For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 31 July 2010 - Presuppositional apologetic proof of God Paul Baird and Sye TenBruggencate - the first time round Unbelievable? 21 Aug 2010 - Debating Apologetics Online Christians Todd Pitner & Richard Morgan with atheist Paul Baird Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 19 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Mar 2011 - Music & God - 12 March 2011 | Music often evokes strong emotions in people. But is there more to the beauty and meaning we find in music than atheism allows? David Robertson contends that the joy and meaning we experience in music is a pointer beyond itself to an ultimate source of joy and meaning in God. Gordon Livesey is a musician and an atheist. He contends that while we all experience emotions and meaning in music, it ultimately can be explained in scientific terms alone. They play selections of music including Beethoven, Leonard Cohen, Sixpence None the Richer, The Manic Street Preachers and... wait for it.. the Weather Girls! For David Robertson http://www.solas-cpc.co.uk For Unbelievable? : The Conference www.premier.org.uk/answers For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 27 March 2010 - " Former atheists conversion experiences - Is it evidence for God? Richard Morgan & Todd Pitner with atheist Gordon Livesey. Unbelievable? 21 March 2009 - "Challenging Atheist Myths" Pt 1 Christian David Robertson & Atheist Adrian Hayter. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 12 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Mar 2011 - Grill a Christian Round 3 & Unbelievable? Conference announcement - 04 March 2011 | Today's show begins with details of the forthcoming Unbelievable? apologetics conference in London where Justin will be joined by speakers including John Lennox, Jay Smith, David Instone-Brewer and David Robertson. David Robertson joins Justin for a third round of sceptical questions from Unbelievable? atheist listeners. Andrew in the UK asks about Secular society, Amigo in Japan about trusting scripture and Rob in the Netherlands about Freewill in light of God's omniscience. For David Robertson http://www.solas-cpc.co.uk For Unbelievable? : The Conference www.premier.org.uk/answers For Amigojapan's full story: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhAkY-pwUvg For more Christian/non-Christian debate visithttp://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcasthttp://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 4 Dec 2010 - "Grill a Christian: Round 2" David Robertson answers questions on miracles, hell and prayer. Unbelievable? 24 Apr 2010 - The "Grill a Christian" show - four atheists challenge David Robertson with their objections to faith Join the discussion at the Premier Communityhttp://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 4 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Feb 2011 - RE and indoctrination in education - 25 February 2011 | The UK Government recently outlined a White Paper that threatens to demote Religious Education to a peripheral subject in the curriculum. More info on the campaign to have it reinstated here: http://www.reactcampaign.co.uk/ Mark Roques of Reality Bites regularly leads RE workshops for students - he says we need more engaging ways of teaching RE. He also claims there is a hidden curriculum in education indoctrinating students into an individualistic, secularist worldview. Andrew Copson, CEO of the British Humanist Association also wants good RE teaching but disagrees with Mark's conclusions about hidden agendas in education causing consumerist attitudes among students. They also debate whether an atheist worldview can account for our belief in reason and freewill. For Mark Roques and Worldview RE resources see http://www.realitybites.org.uk View the Reality Bites paper on secular indoctrination in education http://www.realitybites.org.uk/downloads/RealityBites_Education-Indoctrination-and-God.pdf For Andrew Copson and the BHA see http://www.humanism.org.uk For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 29 Jan 2011 - Why do we value human life? Subversive Story Teller Mark Roques & atheist Paul Thompson Unbelievable? 2 Aug 2008 - Faith & School - do they mix? Jan Ainsworth & Andrew Copson debate. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 25 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Feb 2011 - Are there many paths to God? - 19 February 2011 | In an age of religious pluralism it can seem arrogant for Christians to claim they have "the truth" or the only means to salvation. So when Jesus said "no-one comes to the Father except through me" what did he mean? And what about those who have not heard the Gospel? John Hick is a noted philosopher and theologian who is a proponent of a pluralist view of religion - that there is one light (God) but many lampshades (religious expressions). Chris Sinkinson is a pastor and Bible tutor who has critiqued Hick's work. He says that pluralism empties Christianity of any content and in its own way disrespects other religions more than his own exclusivist stance. For John Hick see http://www.johnhick.org.uk/ Chris Sinkinson is a tutor at Moorlands Bible College http://www.moorlands.ac.uk/home/about-us/staff-profiles.php For his book "The Universe of Faiths" http://www.amazon.com/Universe-Faiths-C-Sinkinson/dp/1842271067 For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 10 Oct 2009 - Jesus and the God of Israel Is the divinity of Jesus at odds with Jewish Monotheism? Richard Bauckham & James Crossley. Unbelievable? 23 May 2009 Buddhism & Christianity in dialogue Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 19 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Feb 2011 - Is the King James Version the best? - 12 February 2011 | 400 years on from the publication of the King James Version of the Bible, there is now a proliferation of translations available. Some Christians maintain that the KJV has never been surpassed for its style, authority and reliability. James White of Alpha and Omega Ministries disputes the idea that the King James Version is the "only and best" version Christians should read. He says that there are translation problems as well as serious issues regarding the manuscripts the translators based it upon. Revd Kyle Paisley, son of DUP leader Ian Paisley, defends the KJV as the best English version, despite any faults. He says that modern versions downplay key doctrines of the Christian faith and fail to live up to the prose of the KJV. For James White visit http://www.aomin.org/ For his KJV resources http://www.aomin.org/catalog/index.php?cPath=53 For Kyle Paisley http://www.freepres.org/church.asp?oulton For Kyle's sermons http://www.sermonaudio.com/source_detail.asp?sourceid=oultonbroad For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 13 Mar 2010 - "Can we trust the doctrine of the Trinity?" Christian James White debates Unitarian Anthony Buzzard Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 12 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Feb 2011 - Alister McGrath & Stephen Law - Why Won't God Go Away? - 04 February 2011 | Alister McGrath's new book "Why God won't go away" is a critique of the New Atheist Movement spearheaded by Dawkins, Hitchens, Harris & Dennett. He chats with atheist philosopher Stephen Law about aggressive atheism and its online form. They debate whether religion leads to violence and whether Stephen's "Evil God challenge" is a defeater for belief in a good God. To book a place at the London Book launch on 16 Feb 2011 email publicity@spck.org.uk or phone 0207 5923900 A guaranteed place there and a signed copy of the book for 5 listeners who can answer "What was the name of Alister's 2007 book in response to The God Delusion?" email unbelievable@premier.org.uk For "Why God Won't Go Away" (SPCK) http://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-God-Wont-Go-Away/dp/0281063877 For Info on Alister McGrath http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/ For Stephen Law http://www.cfilondon.org/ or http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 2 Oct 2010 - The Future of New Atheism - Alister McGrath & Caspar Melville. Unbelievable? 13 Nov 2010 - The Evolutionary Argument Against Naturalism - Alvin Plantinga vs Stephen Law Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 4 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 Jan 2011 - Human Value & Subversive Stories - 28 January 2011 | Off-duty police men in Bogota, Columbia shoot street children because they consider them to be "disposables". Using stories such as this Mark Roques asks whether value in human life can be found anywhere other than our being made "In the image of God". Atheist Paul Thompson argues that we don't need a supernatural explanation for the value we place on human beings. They discuss the issue of where human value comes from and Mark's "Subversive Questions and storytelling" method of apologetics. For Mark Roques see http://www.realitybites.co.uk For Paul Thompson's profile (Sinbad) on the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/Sinbad For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 20 Nov 2010 - "What Good is God?" Philip Yancey speaking to atheist Paul Thompson Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 The Moral Argument For God - Atheist Paul Orton & Christian David Robertson For written resources see: http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/Resources/Atheism.aspx# Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 28 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 22 Jan 2011 - Which Translation should we Trust? - 22 January 2011 | To mark the 400th anniversary of the King James Version of the Bible Justin Brierley will be presenting a number of programmes looking at issues of Biblical reliability and interpretation in the coming year. This week he asks "Which translation shoud we trust?" There are now many different English translations of scripture available. Atheist Norman Hansen asks how Christians can base their beliefs on a book that is capable of being translated in so many ways. Don Horrocks of the Evangelical Alliance responds, arguing that the Bible is "God-breathed" even if people disagree about it stranslation in some areas. They cover issues including the correct translation of the atonement of Jesus, translation of verses regarding homosexuality and disputed sections of scripture from early manuscripts. For The Evangelical Alliance see http://www.eauk.org For BibleFresh see http://www.biblefresh.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 18 Oct 2008 Why Should I believe in Jesus? Ex-Christian Norman Hansen vs. Amy Orr-Ewing of the Zacharias Trust Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 22 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 Jan 2011 - Os Guinness & Mary Warnock debate religious freedoms - 15 January 2011 | Os Guinness is an author, cultural critic and Christian apologist. He co-founded the Trinity Forum which "seeks to transform society through the transformation of leaders". Baroness Mary Warnock is a moral philosopher and atheist. She is a cross bench peer in the House of Lords and an influential voice arguing for liberalisation of euthanasia laws. Her book "Dishonest to God" argues that religious and theological issues should have no place in issues of public morality, covering euthanasia, assisted suicide, and abortion. At the time of recording Os Guinness was due to speak at the House of Lords on how Christian religious freedoms should be treated in a pluralistic society as set out in his new book "The Case for Civility". They discuss how we judge what is moral, euthanasia, gay adoption and more. The show was recorded in the robing chamber in the House of Lords. NEXT WEEK: 400 years after the King James Bible - which translation should we trust? For Os Guinness see: http://www.osguinness.com/ For "The Case for Civility" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Case-Civility-Why-Future-Depends/dp/0061353434 For Mary Warnock articles see http://www.guardian.co.uk/profile/marywarnock For "Dishonest to God" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dishonest-God-Keeping-Religion-Politics/dp/1441127127 For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 25 Apr 2009 Euthanasia - Should it be legalised? Lord Dick Taverne & Dan Boucher Unbelievable? 18 Apr 2009 - Peter Kerridge, Terry Sanderson and Andrea Williams - "I am A Christian" - are Christians being marginalised in society? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 15 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 Jan 2011 - William Lane Craig reviews his debate with Dawkins - 08 January 2011 | William Lane Craig is a philosopher, author and key defender of the Christian faith in debates around the world. Although atheist Richard Dawkins had publicly said he will not debate Craig, he found himself on the same platform as him in November 2010. Dawkins was on an atheist team, Craig on a theist team as they debated "Does the Universe have a purpose?" at a Mexico TED-style event. With extracts from the debate, William (Bill) Lane Craig chats to Justin about the circumstances of their encounter and why he believes Dawkins and the atheist team changed their tactics mid way, were ununified and failed to address the arguments that were presented. To watch the full debate http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable/forum/topics/richard-dawkins-just-broke-his For Bill's website http://www.reasonablefaith.org For his article on "The absurdity of Life without God" http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/Resources/Atheism.aspx For his book "Reasonable Faith" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Reasonable-Faith-William-Lane-Craig/dp/1433501155 For the Youtube Mix by Peter Byrom http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UnEkydeDVQ&feature=related For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 19 Jul 2008 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 2: William Lane Craig. Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 Richard Dawkins & John Lennox's Oxford debate - a review with interviews and comment. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable and via Facebook and Twitter | 8 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 Jan 2011 - The all new Unbelievable? Website - 31 December 2010 | www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable has undergone a major redevelopment and Justin Brierley uses this New Year Programme to take a tour around it. Visit it now to find out more about the new features, interviews, articles and ways to interact with the show that gets christians and non-Christians thinking. We're also on Facebook and Twitter Justin plays snippets of some of the exclusive extra content available including interviews with Wm Paul Young author of "The Shack", Richard Dawkins, Timothy Keller and John Lennox. | 31 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 25 Dec 2010 - The Unbelievable? "Christmas Cracker - 24 December 2010 | A festive edition of the show. With studio guest Anthony McRoy and a host of phone guests from around the world Justin Brierley looks at various aspects of Christmas. Is Christmas based on Pagan festivals and myths? What are the Christian roots of Father Christmas and Christmas trees? Are there other valid narratives of the Christmas story apart from Matthew and Luke? All these and more questions are discussed by a variety of guests. Anthony McRoy is lecturer in Islamic Studies at the Wales Evangelical School of Theology http://www.west.org.uk/ Roger Morris heads up Faith Interface in Australia http://www.faithinterface.com.au/ Margaret Barker's book "Christmas: The Original Story" http://www.margaretbarker.com/Publications/Christmas.htm Canadian apologist Tony Costa http://www.freewebs.com/tonycosta/ US Apologist William Lane Craig http://www.reasonablefaith.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 22 Dec 2007 - Did Christians steal Christmas? Unbelievable? 26 Dec 2009 - Are Matthew and Luke's birth narratives at odds with each other? Christian Charles Foster vs. Atheist Robert Stovold Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 24 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 Dec 2010 - Islam & Dhimmitude - 18 December 2010 | "The Third Choice" by Australian church pastor Mark Durie claims that Islam has a long history of oppressing those of other faiths under its power. Durie claims that when Islam conquered a nation its inhabitants could either convert, die or become "Dhimmi" - forced to pay money for their life and live in subservience to Muslims. He says that the doctrine lives on today. Adnan Rashid of the Hittin Institute says that misrepresents the Dhimma pact. He claims that it was a peace treaty that led to mutual respect, defence and harmony for those who were non-Muslims and was part of a Golden Age of Islamic culture. For Mark Durie and "The Third Choice" see http://www.markdurie.com/ For Adnan Rashid see http://www.hittininstitute.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 11 Dec 2010 - Islamic Blasphemy Law" - Adnan Rashid, Stuart Windsor & John Joseph Unbelievable? 16 Jun 2007 - Mosques in the UK: does society have anything to fear? Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 18 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 11 Dec 2010 - Islamic Blasphemy Law - 11 December 2010 | Asia Bibi is the first Christian woman in Pakistan to be sentenced to death for allegedly blaspheming against Mohammed. In light of her case we discuss Pakistan's use of Islamic blasphemy law with Adnan Rashid of the Hittin Institute and Stuart Windsor and John Joseph of Christian Solidarity Worldwide. Stuart Windsor is director of CSW who supports those suffering persecution. John Joseph is a Christian human rights activist who has defended a number of people in Pakistan accused of blasphemy. They say Paikistan's blasphemy laws are used to settle personal disputes and are making life dangerous for Christians. Adnan Rashid is a Muslim apologist. He condemns abuses of the blasphemy law and mob justice in Pakistan but believes properly run Islamic states should be able to impose the death penalty on those who unrepentantly insult Mohamed. For Adnan Rashid see http://www.hittininstitute.com For Christian Solidarity Worldwide see http://www.csw.org.uk or phone +44 (0) 845 456 5464 For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 6 Mar 2010 - Which is more trustworthy - The Bible or Koran? Christian James White debate Muslim Adnan Rashid Unbelievable? 1 Mar 2008 - Sharia law in the UK - Muslims & Christian debate. Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 10 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 4 Dec 2010 - David Robertson answers skeptics questions - 03 December 2010 | David Robertson is a Scottish church pastor and author of "The Dawkins Letters". He recently hosted the first Conference of the newly established Solas Centre for Public Christianity. As a key respondent to Dawkins he has earned himself the nickname "The Wee Flea". He takes questions from three skeptics on today's prgramme. Stephen Lees has come to doubt his once-held faith. He asks whether Christians are obliged to believe the miracles of the Bible. Agnostic Stephen Pilcher asks how it can be fair for God to send people to hell who simply don't find enough evidence for his existence. And atheist David Moser asks how prayer to an all knowing God makes sense. For David's Book "The Dawkins Letters" http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/node/13 For Solas http://www.solas-cpc.co.uk/blog For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 24 Apr 2010 - "Grill a Christian" show - four atheists challenge David Robertson with their objections to faith Unbelievable? 20 Feb 2010 - "Is Christianity Good for us?" US atheist Michael Shermer debates Scottish apologist David Robertson Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 3 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Nov 2010 - Mike Behe & Michael Reiss audience debate on ID - 26 November 2010 | This last week saw US Intelligent Deisgn proponent Michael Behe on the "Darwin or Design?" speaking tour of the UK. As well as hosting an evening event, "Unbelievable?" invited him to discuss ID with theistic evolutionist Prof Michael Reiss in front of an invited audience. Michael Behe is professor of Biochemistry at LeHigh University, Pennsylvania. His book "Darwin's Black Box" launched the modern Intelligent Design movement which claims that aspects of biology are too compelx to have arisen by blind Darwinian processes but entail the guidance of an intelligent mind. Michael Reiss is Professor of Science Education at the Institute of Education. Ordained in the Church of England, he was formerly director of education at the Royal Society before stepping down amid controversy over statements he made about engaging with ID and creationism in the classroom. They engage the topic of ID and evolution in front of an audience of scientists, church and secular leaders at Charles Darwin house in London. They discuss the limits of science, whether ID is a religious movement, the place of ID in the classroom and take questions from the audience. For Michael Behe's visual presentation http://www.premier.org.uk/~/media/87809B06C34444DDB31D8B016F711D4A.ashx For Michael Behe see http://www.lehigh.edu/~inbios/faculty/behe.html For Michael Reiss see http://www.ioe.ac.uk/staff/GEMS/GEMS_71.html For more Christian/non-Christian discussions visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 23 Oct 2010 "Darwin's Black Box - Has modern Biochemistry shown that life was intelligently designed?" Michael Behe vs. Keith Fox Unbelievable? 20 Mar 2010 - "Expelled" live audience debate at Imperial College London - Susan Blackmore, Steve Fuller, Keith Fox & Alastair Noble Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" page of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 26 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 20 Nov 2010 - Philip Yancey on "What Good is God?" - 20 November 2010 | Best-selling US Christian Author Philip Yancey writes books that address some of the hardest questions that Christians ask of themselves and skeptics ask of Christians. His latest book "What Good is God?" looks at how Christian belief matters in the lives of those who suffer. He chats with atheist Paul Thompson (aka "Sinbad" on the Premier Community). Paul was present at the Twin Towers on Sep 11 2001. He says that while faith may be a comfort to those in distress, there is no proof that God is responsible. For Philip Yancey http://www.philipyancey.com/ For his book "What Good is God?" http://www.amazon.com/What-Good-God-Search-Matters/dp/0446559857 For Paul's profile ("Sinbad") on the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/Sinbad For more Christian/non-Christian discussions visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 30 Jan 2010 - Where was God in Haiti? Christians Roger Forster & Nick Peters and atheist Gordon Livesey discuss the problem of evil. Unbelievable? 27 Mar 2010 - Former atheists conversion experiences - Is it evidence for God? Richard Morgan & Todd Pitner with atheist Gordon Livesey Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" page of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 20 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Nov 2010 - Alvin Plantinga on the Evolutionary Argument Against Naturalism - 13 November 2010 | Richard Dawkins has said that "the theory of evolution made it possible to be an intellecually fulfilled atheist". But what if belief in evolution becomes irrational on atheist naturalism? Alvin Plantinga is one of the foremost Christian philosophers in the world and is leading a resurgence of Christian philosophy in North America. He has formulated the "Evolutionary Argument Against Naturalism" which proposes that if evolution is true then it provides a defeater for rational belief on a naturalistic framework. Can we trust our beliefs to be true if they have been produced by minds that are themselves the products of unguided evolution - a process that is geared towards producing beliefs for survival, not necessarily for truth?He explains the force of the argument and debates its implications with Stephen Law, atheist and Senior lecturer in philosophy at Heythrop college, University of London. Stephen is also Provost of the Centre for Inquiry UK. Plantinga also states where he stands on Intelligent Design, the problem of evil and a few other things besides. For Alvin Plantinga see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alvin_Plantinga for more links to Plantinga's work see http://philofreligion.homestead.com/plantingapage.html For Stephen Law see http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/ or http://www.cfilondon.org/ For more discussions visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this discussion you may also want to hear: Unbelievable? 1 May 2010 Test of Faith: Do we need God, now that we have science? Christian Denis Alexander vs Atheist Stephen Law Unbelievable? 26 Jul 2008 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 3: Alvin Plantinga Join the debate at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 13 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Nov 2010 - Ex-Gay and Gay-Affirming approaches to homosexuality - 05 November 2010 | Both guests on today's show are Christians, both are gay, and both run ministries supporting Christians of homosexual orientation. However a very different ethos underpins each. The True Freedom Trust, run by Jonathan Berry believes that Christians with homosexual orientation should abstain from sexual practise. Courage, run by Jeremy Marks accepts committed same-sex relationships between Christians. Courage adopted its new position in 2001. Jeremy explains why, and Jonathan responds. Sharing their own stories, they debate the best way of supporting gay Christians and why they differ on Biblical teachings about homosexuality For True Freedom Trust http://www.truefreedomtrust.co.uk/ For Courage http://www.courage.org.uk/ For more discussions visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this discussion you may also want to hear: Unbelievable? 29 May 2010 - This first show addresses the main scriptural passages that relate to homosexuality. Unbelievable? 5 Jun 2010 - Homosexuality and the Church - This second show addresses whether the church is homophobic in its attitude towards gay people Join the debate at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 5 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 30 Oct 2010 - The Apologetics of CS Lewis - 30 October 2010 | C.S. Lewis was one of the most influential Christian writers of the 20th Century and remains so today. Many are familiar with his Narnia stories, but he was also a populariser of Christian apologetics, and continues to be the first place that many encounter the key arguments for Christian faith. 60 years on from when they were written, are his arguments for God and Christ still compelling? We look at Lewis' Natural Law argument for God in "Mere Christianity", his Argument from Reason in "Miracles" and his classic 'Trilemma' - Jesus is either a liar, lunatic, or Lord. Michael Ward is Chaplain of St. Peter's College, Oxford and a research fellow at the Independent Institute. He is a leading authority on CS Lewis. His books "Planet Narnia" and "The Narnia Code" unearthed a hidden dimension to the Narnia chronicles. He also lectures on the apologetics of C.S. Lewis. Dan Barker is a US atheist and heads up the Freedom From Religion Foundation. As a Christian he read "Mere Christianity" but on re-reading it as an atheist found it unconvincing. They debate the faith, philosophy and apologeics of CS Lewis. For Michael Ward see http://www.planetnarnia.com/ or http://www.independent.org/aboutus/person_detail.asp?id=1333 For the new book "The Narnia Code" http://www.amazon.com/Narnia-Code-Lewis-Secret-Heavens/dp/1414339658/ref=pd_sim_b_3 For Dan Barker and his book "Godless" see http://www.ffrf.org/ For more Christian/non Christian discussions visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this discussion try these: Unbelievable? 6 Jun 2009 Narnia & CS Lewis - a skeptic and Christian discuss - Michael Ward & Laura Miller Unbelievable? 5 Dec 2009 - Are we better off free from religion? Atheist Dan Barker vs. Christian Charles Foster Unbelievable? 10 Oct 2009 - Is the divinity of Jesus at odds with Jewish Monotheism? Richard Bauckham & James Crossley. Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of The Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 30 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 Oct 2010 - Darwin's Black Box - Michael Behe & Keith Fox debate Intelligent Design - 22 October 2010 | Michael Behe is professor of biochemistry at Lehigh University, Pennsylvania and the founder of the modern Intelligent Design movement. His book "Darwin's Black Box" ignited the controversy 14 years ago when it claimed that certain molecular machines and biological processes are "irreducibly complex" and cannot be explained by Darwinian evolution. His new book "The Edge of Evolution" takes his conclusions further, arguing that the Darwinian processes of random mutation and natural selection are incapable of producing the variation and complexity we see in most of life. So can we conclude that life was intelligently designed by a creator? Keith Fox is Professor of biochemistry at the University of Southampton and chairman of Christians in Science. As a theistic evolutionist he believes that Evolution is the best explanation going for the complexity we see and that ID is a blind scientific alley and theologically unappealing to boot. They debate whether micromachines in the cell such as the "bacterial flagellum" could have evolved by a Darwinian process of evolution. When inference to design is and isn't acceptable in science. Whether random mutation can mathematically stack up to complex life, and whether God is reduced to a divine "tinkerer" by ID. For Michael Behe see http://www.lehigh.edu/~inbios/faculty/behe.html or http://www.darwinordesign.org.uk/ For Keith Fox see http://www.cis.org.uk/resources/interviews/keith-fox and for the CIS conference 2010 http://www.cis.org.uk/ For more debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 20 Mar 2010 - Expelled" live audience debate at Imperial College London - Susan Blackmore, Steve Fuller, Keith Fox & Alastair Noble Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 - "Expelled" the Movie - Intelligent Design theorist Stephen Meyer vs. Atheist scientist Peter Atkins debate Intelligent Design Unbelievable? 2 Jan 2010 - Is there design in biology? Intelligent Design proponent William Dembski vs. Biology Professor Lewis Wolpert Join in the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 22 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 Oct 2010 - Philosophers Debate The Moral Argument for God - 16 October 2010 | Torturing children for fun - is that absolutely wrong? The Moral Argument for God states that there are such things as objective moral facts, and that objective moral facts must have an immaterial source - namely God. Therefore God Exists... Simple right? However, atheist Cambridge Philosopher Arif Ahmed disagrees with the first two premises. He debates with New Zealand's Christian philosopher Glenn People's on whether the argument proves the existence of God. So, are moral beliefs nothing more than our "preferences"? What do we do with the intuition that certain things are absolutely wrong? Are atheists who affirm moral facts but deny God, being inconsistent? For Glenn People's blog visit http://www.beretta-online.com/wordpress/ For Arif Ahmed see http://www.phil.cam.ac.uk/teaching_staff/ahmed/ahmed_index.html For more Christian/non Christian debates and discussions visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 The Moral Argument For God - Atheist Paul Orton & Christian David Robertson Unbelievable? 7 Mar 2009 "The Reason for God" - Pastor Timothy Keller & Atheist Norman Bacrac To join the discussion at the Premier Community visit http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 15 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 9 Oct 2010 - Hawking's God - John Polkinghorne & Hugh Ross (Plus Mike Behe interview!) - 08 October 2010 | We return to listener questions on whether Hawking was right or wrong to dismiss God as a cause of the universe in his new book "The Grand Design". John Polkinghorne is a theoretical physicist and Anglican Priest in Cambridge. Hugh Ross is a Christian physicist and founder of "Reasons to Believe". They tackle questions on whether the multiverse is really an alternative to God in explaining our fine-tuned universe. What physicists really mean when they say the universe came into being "out of nothing", and whether the massive size of the universe makes our existence insignificant. For Hugh Ross see http://www.reasons.org/resources For John Polkinghorne see http://www.polkinghorne.net/ For more debates and discussions visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 8 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 2 Oct 2010 - The New Atheism - Alister McGrath & Caspar Melville - 02 October 2010 | Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, Daniel Dennett & Sam Harris are all figures at the vanguard of the "New Atheism". The books have sold well, but where does this form of confrontational and outspoken atheism have to go next? Alister McGrath is Theology professor at Kings College London and regularly speaks and writes against Atheism. He says that there's nothing "new" about New Atheism and that it exhibits all the signs of being a religious form of belief itself. Caspar Melville is editor of the UK's New Humanist magazine. He says that "New Atheism" has been good for business and is provoking a debate that needs to be had. They debate whether there is a historical naivety to the movement, Dawkins' claim that "I just believe in one less god than you" and much more besides. For Alister McGrath see http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/ For Caspar Melville see http://www.newhumanist.org.uk/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 14 Nov 2009 - Alister McGrath on Atheism, theology and defending the faith Unbelievable? 12 Dec 2009 Richard Dawkins debate on "Atheism is the New Fundamentalism" - review with interviews Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community. http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 2 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 25 Sep 2010 - Hawking, God & the Universe - Sir Roger Penrose and Alister McGrath - 24 September 2010 | Stephen Hawking made headlines around the world when he announced that his M-Theory of cosmology has led him to conclude God did not create the universe and its "fine tuning" is the result of a multiverse. Oxford mathematician and physicist Sir Roger Penrose worked alongside Hawking in developing gravitational singularity theorems. Roger is not himself a religious believer and is a member of the British Humanist Association. But he believes Hawking is wrong about M-theory, and that God's existence doesn't need to be dragged into things. Alister McGrath is professor of Theology at Kings College London. His 2008 book "A Fine Tuned Universe" claims that there is fruitful discourse between Christian faith in God and the evidence of the Universe's "fine tuning" for life we see from science. They discuss where they disagree with Hawking's book "The Grand Design", whether God can be an explanation for our fine tuned universe and Roger's own CCC theory of the Universe published as "Cycles of Time: an Extraordinary new view of the Universe" For Roger Penrose see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Penrose For his book "Cycles of Time" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cycles-Time-Extraordinary-View-Universe/dp/0224080369 For Alister McGrath see http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/ For his book "A Fine Tuned Universe" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fine-Tuned-Universe-Science-Theology-Lectures/dp/0664233104 For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via iTunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 17 Apr 2010 - Are we alone in the Universe? Astrophysicist Paul Davies & Mathematician John Lennox Unbelievable? 14 Mar 2009 Fine Tuning of the Universe - is it evidence of God? Nicholas Beale vs Julian Baggini Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 24 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 Sep 2010 - Roman Catholicism - Is the Papacy Biblical? - 18 September 2010 | As Pope Benedict XVI undertakes a four day tour of Britain we explore the theology of the Roman Catholic Church. What is the Catholic view of the role of the Pope? How do they ground his authority as head of the church in Scripture? Is he God's representative or mediator on earth? What does it mean to speak of his "infallible" statements? Is Catholic tradition a part of God's revelation alongside scripture? William Johnston was ordained in the Anglican Church before going "over to Rome" because of a felt lack of authority in the Anglican church. He says the Pope's role as ultimate arbiter of authority in the church is essential. Duncan Boyd of the Protestant Truth Society believes Roman Catholicism is a false religion and the Pope is a heretic. He argues that the role of the Pope is unscriptural along with many of the doctrines of the Catholic church. For more on Roman Catholic teaching see http://www.catholicchurch.org.uk/Catholic-Church/what_does_the_catholic_church_teach/catechism For William Johnstone http://www.catholicvoices.org.uk/team For the Protestant Truth Society see http://www.protestant-truth.org/ For Duncan Boyd http://protestant-truth.org/aboutus/duncan_boyd.html For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 11 Sep 2010 - "Is the Catholic Church a force for Good or Evil?" - Catholic Peter D Williams & Humanist Andrew Copson Unbelievable? 16 May 2009 - A Response to Angels & Demons - Ged Clapson, Susan Fani, David Wilkinson & Robert Stovold Join the debate at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 18 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 11 Sep 2010 - Is the Catholic church a force for good or evil? - 11 September 2010 | With the visit of Pope Benedict XVI to the UK, some are protesting that his visit should not be sponsored by the State. They say that the Catholic church is a force for bad in the light of its record on human rights, child abuse and past persecution. Peter D Williams, a young "revert" to Catholicism from atheism argues the Catholic church's record of wrongs has been overstated and misunderstood and that it remains the most beneficial institution in the world today. Andrew Copson, Director of the British Humanist Association and part of the Protest the Pope Coalition argues that the Pope should not visit the UK in the manner of a head of State and that the record of the Catholic church undermines its claim to be a force for good. For Peter D Williams see http://www.catholicvoices.org.uk/team For Andrew Copson see http://www.humanism.org.uk/home For the IQ2 debate see http://www.intelligencesquared.com/events/catholic-church For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 27 Feb 2010 - Stop worrying and enjoy your life" - are we better off without God in Britain? Andrew Copson of the British Humanist Association vs. David Robertson Unbelievable? 12 Dec 2009 - Dawkins debate on "Atheism is the New Fundamentalism" - review with interviews Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 11 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 04 Sep 2010 - Christian Physicalism: Do we have a soul? - 04 September 2010 | Christians have traditionally held that humans comprise two things - a body and a soul. Christian Philosophers have written in defence of the soul against a reductive atheism that claims we are material beings alone. But a new movement in Christian philosophy claims that the atheists are correct, at least when it comes to humans. Glenn Peoples is a Christian philosopher who subscribes to physicalism - that humans are only physical and they have no immaterial soul. He explains how he arrived at that view from Scripture and how he defends it philosophically, without giving up an evangelical Christian view. Prof John Haldane is a Christian philosopher at St Andrews University in Scotland. He believes that Christian faith and Philosophy bear witness to an immaterial soul - though his "Thomistic" view defends it differently to the prevailing trend. For Glenn Peoples Blog visit http://www.beretta-online.com/wordpress/ For John Haldane see http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/~jjh1/ For John's Book "Reasonable Faith" see http://www.amazon.com/Reasonable-Faith-John-Haldane/dp/0415430240/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpi_1 For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 17 Jul 2010 - Wired for God? The biology of spiritual experience - Christian Charles Foster & Atheist Susan Blackmore Unbelievable? 23 Aug 2008 - Why there almost certainly IS a God: Keith Ward and Robert Stovold Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 4 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 28 Aug 2010 - The Fall & Original Sin - 28 August 2010 | Peter Byrom says he is "very nearly" convinced of Christianity. Having dallied with an atheist perspective he now rejects many of those arguments. However one area of theology he doesn't feel is clear is the question of Adam and Eve and the Fall. Who were Adam and Eve - a historical couple or a metaphor for the human condition? Why did their rebellion impact the whole of humanity? How can we reconcile original sin with human free will? Peter Sanlon is a lecturer in theology at Oakhill College. He responds to the theology. Prof Norman Nevin is Emeritus professor of Medical Genetics at Queens University Belfast. He responds to scientific aspects of the discussion. For Peter Sanlon see http://grace-city.blogspot.com/ or http://www.oakhill.ac.uk/ Norman Nevin is the Editor of "Should Christians Embrace Evolution?" http://www.ivpbooks.com/9781844744060 To see Peter Byrom quiz Dawkins on why he won't debate William Lane Craig http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFamS4RGE_A Peter Byrom is a member of the Premier Community - you can interact with the show there too http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 1 Aug 2009 - Debating doctrine - James White and Roger & Faith Forster debate predestination Unbelievable? 29 Nov 2008 Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose? Denis Alexander & Stephen Lloyd debate | 28 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 21 Aug 2010 - Debating Apologetics Online - 21 August 2010 | The place where many Christians engage with atheists about belief is online. But why do both sides turn up to engage in the conversation, and what is the fruit? Todd Pitner and Richard Morgan are adult converts to Christianity who often engage in apologetics debate online. They meet face to face with Paul Baird - one of the many atheists they debate online. All three are members of the Premier Community where apologetics debate is common at the "Unbelievable?" group http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable They discuss the different style, tactics and motives of those who participate and whether atheists or Christians are prepared to change their mind. For Todd's apologetics website see http://www.iloveatheists.com/ For Richard's musical talents see http://www.myspace.com/morgansoriginals For Paul Baird's new blog http://patientandpersistant.blogspot.com/ For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 27 Mar 2010 - Former atheists conversion experiences - Is it evidence for God? Richard Morgan & Todd Pitner with atheist Gordon Livesey Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 - From Atheism to Christian faith via richarddawkins.net - Christians Richard Morgan, David Robertson and Atheist Ed Turner | 21 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 14 Aug 2010 - Assisted dying & euthanasia debate - 14 August 2010 | Should people suffering from terminal illness or in terrible pain be allowed to take their own life? Should doctors help them? British law currently forbids it but there are voices asking for a change. At the forefront is "Dignity in Dying" whose Chief-Executive Sarah Wootton argues that allowing people to choose when and how they die is an extension of personal liberty. Revd George Pitcher is an Anglican priest. He argues in his new book "A Time To Live - the argument against euthanasia and assisted dying", that human dignity requires us to respect human life. Both the legal and Christian ramifications are discussed as they are joined by Revd Paul Badham, also an ordained Anglican who believes that assisted-dying is a moral option. For George Pitcher's book "A Time to Live" see http://www.amazon.co.uk/Time-Live-Against-Euthanasia-Assisted/dp/1854249878/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1281622100&sr=1-1 For Paul Badham's book "Is there a Christian case for Assisted dying?" see http://www.amazon.co.uk/There-Christian-Case-Assisted-Dying/dp/0281059195 For Dignity in Dying see http://www.dignityindying.org.uk/ For an anti-euthanasia viewpoint see http://www.carenotkilling.org.uk/ For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 25 Apr 2009 Euthanasia - Should it be legalised? Lord Dick Taverne & Dan Boucher Unbelievable? 12 Jan 2008 Human Fertilisation & Embryology - are we playing God? Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community online http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 14 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 7 Aug 2010 - An evangelical vs. liberal view of the Resurrection - 07 August 2010 | The resurrection of Christ is fundamental to the Christian faith. However, not all Christians agree on how it should be interpreted. Adrian Warnock is a church leader, blogger and author. His book "Raised with Christ" aims to put the resurrection of Jesus back at the centre of all Christian theology. He says that acceptance of the doctrine of the physical resurrection of Jesus is fundamental to being a Christian. Jonathan Clatworthy of "Modern Church" represents a liberal view. He says that the Bible supports a merely "spiritual" resurrection and that a thoughtful theology requires such a view. They debate the implications of the Biblical interpretation, resurrection of the dead, and knowing the 'power' of the resurrection from their different perspectives. For Adrian's popular blog and the book see http://adrianwarnock.com/ For Jonathan Clatworthy and "Modern Church" see http://www.modchurchunion.org/ For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 - American Masters of Apologetics Pt 1: Gary Habermas. Unbelievable? 11 Apr 2009 - Atheist Steven Carr & Canon Michael Cole - Did Jesus Rise from the dead? An atheist perspective. Join the debate at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 7 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 31 Jul 2010 - Presuppositional apologetic proof of God - 31 July 2010 | "Arguing against God's existence is on a par with arguing against air, breathing it all the while". So says the website of Sye TenBrugencatte who believes that Christians need to rediscover the power of 'presuppositional apologetics'. Our use of the laws of logic, mathematics, science and morality cannot be accounted for unless we believe in a God who guarantees our perceptions and reasoning is trustworthy in the first place. Paul Baird describes himself as a "freethinker". He debates whether he is obliged to believe in God when faced by Sye who argues that atheists are effectively "suppressing" the truth of God that is self evident - as described in Romans Ch 1. Sye's website is http://www.proofthatgodexists.org/ Paul Baird and Sye TenBruggencate are both online members of the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community and will be continuing to discuss there. Check it out at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 The Moral Argument For God - Atheist Paul Orton & Christian David Robertson Unbelievable? 1 Nov 2008 - Atheist Bus Campaign: Its creator Ariane Sherine, Humanist Hanne Stinson and Christian Paul Woolley debate | 31 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 24 Jul 2010 - Psychology of religion - 23 July 2010 | Is belief in the supernatural inherent from birth? Is Christianity a psychological crutch or a path to emotional wholeness? Is God belief simply a result of evolution? Would it make belief untrue if it were? These and other questions are discussed by atheist psychological therapist Martyn Frame and Christian tutor of psychology of religion Revd Dr Joanna Collicut McGrath. Martyn believes that religious belief can be given a psychological evolutionary explanation that precludes need for belief in God. Joanna argues that such theories are sketchy at best and that humanity's religious longings can't be rationalised so easily. For Joanna Collicut McGrath see http://www.heythrop.ac.uk/about-us/college-staff/academic-staff/dr-joanna-collicutt.html "The Dawkins Delusion" co-authored with her husband Alister Mcgrath can be found on Amazon here Martyn Frame's profile page at the Premier Community http://premiercommunity.ning.com/profile/MartynFrame?xg_source=activity For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 24 Apr 2010 - "Grill a Christian" show - four atheists challenge David Robertson with their objections to faith Unbelievable? 19 Dec 2009 - What does Science Tell us about God?" - Atheist scientist Lewis Wolpert debates believing scientist Russell Cowburn Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 23 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 Jul 2010 - Wired for God? The Biology of Spiritual Experience - 17 July 2010 | From shamanism, hallucenogenic drugs, out-of-body experiences, to being "filled with the Spirit". Christian author and barrister Charles Foster draws on these and many more to examine the biological evidence of what happens when people claim supernatural experiences. Is there room left for God? Yes, says Foster, whose own experience of the Holy Spirit led him to research why our brains seem to be wired for God to communicate with us. Susan Blackmore is an atheist and Professor of Psychology. She reveals how her own 'Out of Body Experience' as a student led to research that ultimately convinced her that no "supernatural" activity is needed to account for these type of phenomena. They debate the issues, including whether Consciousness itself can be given a naturalistic explanation. For Charles Foster see http://www.charlesfoster.co.uk/ To buy "Wired for God?" visit http://www.amazon.co.uk or click here For Sue Blackmore see http://www.susanblackmore.co.uk/ To buy "Consciousness: An introduction" visit http://www.amazon.co.uk or click here For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 27 Mar 2010 - Former atheists conversion experiences - Is it evidence for God? Richard Morgan & Todd Pitner with atheist Gordon Livesey Unbelievable? 23 Aug 2008 - Why there almost certainly IS a God: Keith Ward and Robert Stovold Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 17 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Jul 2010 - Was Saint Paul mentally ill & the proponent of a hoax religion? - 10 July 2010 | 'B Strong' is a former Christian who lost his faith after examining the claims of the Bible. His booklet "Jesus is a hoax" claims, among many things, that the Apostle Paul was mentally ill due to his fanatical pre and post-conversion behaviour. It also claims Jesus is one of the greatest hoaxes of history. John Tancock (JT) is a Welsh church leader and apologist. He engages the sceptical arguments on Paul and Jesus. He believes Jesus is one of the best attested historical character of antiquity and that the Apostle Paul one of his most reliable (and perfectly sane) witnesses. They will continue the debate at the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable For JT's Youtube apologetics videos see http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=john+tancock&suggested_categories=22&page=1 To get in touch with JT directly email john.tancock@ntlworld.com For B Strong's booklets and blog see http://s2.webstarts.com/wowbooks/ For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this discussion then you will probably enjoy: Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the Resurrection - Evangelist Tony Costa & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate. | 10 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 Jul 2010 - Is God a failed hypothesis? Pr 2 - Victor Stenger vs. David Bartholomew - 03 July 2010 | Can we use science to ascertain whether prayer works? Data from a series of prayer experiments is part of the evidence that US atheist scientist Victor Stenger uses to build the case against God in his best-selling book "God: The failed hypothesis". David Bartholomew is a Christian and Emeritus Professor of Statistics at the London School of Economics. He has written a paper contesting Stenger's use of data to disprove God as invalid. They debate the issues on whether we can detect or disprove God using scientific methods. For Victor Stenger see http://www.colorado.edu/philosophy/vstenger/VWeb/Media.html For David Bartholomew see http://www.djbartholomew.com/ For the Science and Christian Belief Journal his paper will be published in http://www.scienceandchristianbelief.org For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 26 Jun 2010 - "Is God a Failed hypothesis - philosophically?" Atheist US physicist Victor Stenger vs. Prof of Sociology Steve Fuller Unbelievable? 14 Mar 2009 - Fine Tuning of the Universe - is it evidence of God? Nicholas Beale vs Julian Baggini To join the discussion visit the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 3 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Jun 2010 - Is God a Failed hypothesis? pr 1 - Victor Stenger vs. Steve Fuller - 26 June 2010 | The first of two shows featuring atheist US physicist Victor Stenger, author of NY Times bestseller "God: The failed Hypothesis". Stenger claims that Christian belief has been a block to science historically and that science has shown the Universe to look "Exactly as it would if there were no God". Steve Fuller is Professor of Sociology at Warwick University. He takes issue with the current wave of scientific atheism and in his new book "Science" (The Art of Living Series, Acumen) says that science can't be done without the concept of God at its heart. For Victor Stenger see http://www.colorado.edu/philosophy/vstenger/VWeb/Home.html To buy the book "God: the failed hypothesis" http://www.amazon.co.uk/God-Failed-Hypothesis-Science-Shows/dp/1591024811 For Steve Fuller see http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/sociology/staff/academicstaff/sfuller/fullers_index For "Science (Art of Living)" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Science-Art-Living-Steve-Fuller/dp/1844652041 For more Christian/non-Christian discussion shows visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievableor get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes Unbelievable? 6 Feb 2010 - Do we need God to Do Science? Steve Fuller and Thomas Dixon debate Intelligent Design and the Dover Trial Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 - Richard Dawkins & John Lennox's Oxford debate - a review with interviews and comment Join in the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 26 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Jun 2010 - Does the Bible condone slavery? - 19 June 2010 | The Bible is often criticised for either supporting or not condemning the institution of slavery. So how should we treat portions of Scripture in both the Old and New Testaments that relate to slavery? Why does the Old Testament contain laws regarding the treatment of slaves? Does Paul condemn or affirm the institution? Bob Price is a former US church minister whose doubts about the Bible led him to ultimately reject evangelical Christian faith. He says that the Bible is a book that reflects the time it was written in. Slavery was acceptable and the early Christians regrettably followed suit, and did not challenge the prevailing status quo. David Instone-Brewer is a New Testament Scholar at Tyndale House, Cambridge. He says that, in its cultural context, the Bible goes as far as it can towards an anti-slavery message and that Christians have been at the forefront of anti-slavery movements. For Bob Price see http://www.robertmprice.mindvendor.com/ For David Instone-Brewer see http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer For his Visual Sermons see http://www.visualsermons.co.uk/ For more Christian/non-Christian debates visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 20 Feb 2010 - "Is Christianity Good for us?" US atheist Michael Shermer debates Scottish apologist David Robertson Unbelievable? 2 May 2009 -"Did Jesus Exist?" - Apologist JP Holding & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate. Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 19 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Jun 2010 - The Jesus Discovery - 12 June 2010 | Dr Adam Bradford believes he has discovered a significant new insight into Jesus Christ. In "The Jesus Discovery" he explains why he believes that Jesus was not an unschooled peasant preacher, as many depict him. Instead, he claims that Jesus came from a middle class family and would have been schooled in Jerusalem's top school of Rabbis. This, he says, explains how the religious authorities treated him before and after his trial. Is there evidence for this view, and what difference would it make if it were true? New Testament Scholar David Instone-Brewer debates the evidence with Adam. For "The Jesus Discovery" website http://www.thejesusdiscovery.com/ To order the book http://www.templehouse-publishing.com/books.htm For David Instone-Brewer see http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer For his work on divorce & remarriage see http://www.instonebrewer.com/divorceremarriage/ For more Christian theological debates visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 13 Feb 2010 - "What did Jesus really say about Divorce and remarriage?" - David Instone-Brewer debates Andrew Cornes Unbelievable? 18 Oct 2008 - Why Should I believe in Jesus? Ex-Christian Norman Hansen vs. Amy Orr-Ewing of the Zacharias Trust Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 12 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Jun 2010 - Homosexuality and the church - 05 June 2010 | In response to listener requests Justin hosts two shows dealing with Homosexuality and Christian faith. This second show addresses whether the church is homophobic in its attitude towards gay people. Would a gay person feel welcome at an evangelical church? Should practising gays be allowed to become church members or receive communion? Has the church focussed on the gay issue to the exclusion of all other sins? Mike Dark of the organisation "Accepting Evangelicals" is a gay Christian in a same sex relationship. He says he experienced rejection and homophobia in his church when he "came out" as gay, but has since found a church where same sex relationships are welcomed. John Richardson (who blogs as the Ugley Vicar) is part of the conservative-evangelical Anglican group Reform. He believes there is a line to be drawn when it comes to the church condoning same sex activity among its members. Martin Hallett is the former director of The True Freedom Trust. As a Christian of homosexual orientation he chooses to remain celibate, believing the Bible does not condone same sex activity. But he says the church is often guilty of homophobia too. For Mike Dark see http://www.acceptingevangelicals.org/ For John Richardson see http://ugleyvicar.blogspot.com/ or http://www.reform.org.uk/ For Martin Hallett see http://www.truefreedomtrust.co.uk/ For more Christian theological debates visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 22 Aug 2009 - "Does religion make people unhappy?" - Christian Apologist Tom Price & Atheist Barry Duke Unbelievable? 18 Apr 2009 - Peter Kerridge, Terry Sanderson and Andrea Williams - "I am A Christian" - are Christians being marginalised in society? Join the debate at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 5 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 May 2010 - Homosexuality and the Bible - 29 May 2010 | In response to listener requests Justin hosts two shows dealing with Homosexuality and Christian faith. This first show addresses the main scriptural passages that relate to homosexuality. Are the prohibitions against same sex acts in the Old Testament relevant to today? What is the correct interpretation of the apostle Paul's writing on "homosexual offenders" in Romans, Corinthians and elsewhere? Were Jonathan and King David gay lovers? Mike Dark of the organisation "Accepting Evangelicals" is a gay Christian in a same sex relationship. He believes that Old and New Testament prohibitions on homosexuality need to be understood in light of their cultural context and that they do not preclude faithful, loving same sex relationships today. John Richardson (who blogs as the Ugley Vicar) is part of the conservative-evangelical Anglican group Reform. He believes the remit of scripture clearly stands against all forms of homosexual behaviour. Jeremy Marks of the gay affirming Christian support organisation "Courage UK" explains why they had a radical change of mind on same sex relationships in 2000. For Mike Dark see http://www.acceptingevangelicals.org/ For John Richardson see http://ugleyvicar.blogspot.com/ or http://www.reform.org.uk/ For Jeremy Marks see http://www.courage.org.uk/ For more Christian theological debates visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed today's programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 24 Apr 2010 - "Grill a Christian" show - four atheists challenge David Robertson with their objections to faith Unbelievable? 13 Feb 2010 - "What did Jesus really say about Divorce and remarriage?" - David Instone-Brewer debates Andrew Cornes Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 29 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 22 May 2010 - Sex outside Marriage debate - 22 May 2010 | Evangelical Christians hold that sexual relations outside of marriage are against Biblical mandate and have negative moral and social consequences. In modern society, as marriage becomes less common and most people are sexually active from their teens, is this belief outmoded and irrelevant? Sue Meyer describes herself as an "Atheist freethinking feminist". She claims that Christian marriage has historically been used as a way of subjugating women. She says that the modern climate where people are at liberty to have sex with who they want, when they want is a welcome change. Faith Forster is one of the founders of the Ichthus Christian Fellowship network of churches in the UK. She says that the Biblical principle of keeping sex within the marriage bond is given for the good of both individuals and society. For Faith Forster visit http://www.ichthus.org.uk/ You can hear more Christian/non-Christian debate at http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 19 Jan 2008 Abortion - pro-life vs. pro-choice. Unbelievable? 30 Jun 2007 - Are evangelical Christians too exclusive? Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 22 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 May 2010 - Peter Hitchens "The Rage Against God" - 15 May 2010 | Peter Hitchens is a writer and regular columnist for the Mail on Sunday. Unlike his atheist brother Christopher, Peter is a committed Christian having himself been an atheist in younger years. His new book "The Rage Against God" challenges the anti-theism of his brother and the 'new atheism', taking as its starting point a debate they both took part in two years ago. He debates with atheist Adam Rutherford, a scientific broadcaster and writer, on whether society can function without a God-given moral compass at its centre. They cover issues such as faith, secularism, the church, atheist states and abortion in this wide ranging discussion. You can buy "The Rage against God" at http://premier.org.uk/shop For Peter Hitchens' Blog see http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/ For Adam Rutherford see http://adamrutherford.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or Get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 4 Jul 2009 - Peter Hitchens & Ibrahim Mogra debate "Is Islam or Christianity the best future for Britain?" Unbelievable? 19 Sep 2009 - "Would Europe be better off as an atheistic or Christian society?" David Robertson, Ed Turner & Richard Morgan Join the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 15 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 May 2010 - Philip Pullman on the historical Jesus - 08 May 2010 | "The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ" is the latest book from the pen of prominent atheist author Philip Pullman. It re-imagines the story of Jesus as the story of two twins - one called Jesus, the other Christ. It is the twin Christ who writes the history of Jesus, turning him into the God-man of the Gospels. Philip Pullman joins Justin Brierley to discuss whether we should believe the Biblical stories of Jesus as historical fact or whether myth and invention are inevitable in the 2000 year old Gospel accounts. Christian journalist Martin Saunders engages Pullman on his view of the Church and his scepticism of the miraculous while Bible Scholar Anthony McRoy challenges Pullman's view that the Gospels are the product of the mythologising and interpretation of its historical core. He particularly takes issue with Pullman's recasting of the resurrection as a fabricated trick to create the foundation of the future church. For "The book of Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ" see http://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Jesus-Scoundrel-Christ-Myths/dp/1847678254 For a further debate between Philip Pullman and Rt Revd Lord Richard Harries courtesy of English Pen go to http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx For Philip Pullman see http://www.philip-pullman.com/ Martin Saunders is a contributor to Christianity Magazine and reviews the book in their June edition http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/ For Anthony McRoy on the historical Jesus see http://www.bethinking.org/bible-jesus/introductory/debunking-channel-4s-conspiracy-theory.htm If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - and the Eyewitnesses part 1 : Richard Bauckham and James Crossley Unbelievable? 6 Sep 2008 Christianity on trial pt 1: Can I trust the Bible? Atheist lawyer Ed Turner vs Theologian Andy Bannister Jon the discussion at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 8 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 May 2010 - God & Science - Denis Alexander & Stephen Law - 01 May 2010 | Test of Faith is an initiative aimed at showing that Christian faith and good science are perfectly compatible. As the Tour reaches london on 19th May we ask "Do we need God, now that we have science?" Denis Alexander is a biologist from the Faraday Insititute in Cambridge. As a Christian he believes that his science coheres with and supports his faith. Stephen Law of the Royal Institute of Philosophy believes that science together with philosophy can be used to refute the existence of God. They discuss Evolution, the problem of evil, the God of the Gaps, the cosmological and fine tuning arguments for the existence of God and more besides. For Test of Faith and the London Tour (Wed 19th May, 7.30pm at The London Institute of Contemporary Christianity) visit http://www.testoffaith.com For Stephen Law visit http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/ For Denis Alexander visit http://graphite.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk/faraday/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme then you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 27 Jun 2009 - "Is Christian faith at odds with science?" Atheist biologist PZ Myers & Christian biologist Denis Alexander Unbelievable? 10 Jan 2009 Ehrman & Richard Swinburne - "God's Problem: does the Bible fail to answer the problem of suffering?" Unbelievable? 29 Nov 2008 - Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose? Denis Alexander & Stephen Lloyd debate Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 1 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 24 Apr 2010 - Atheists Grill A Christian - 24 April 2010 | We mix things up a bit this week with a different format. Four atheist listeners of the show get their chance to air their objections to Christian faith. Taking their questions and criticisms is Church pastor David Robertson, author of "The Dawkins Letters". Martyn Frame asks "Would the Universe look different without God?". Trevor asks "What about Old Testament Laws that we find offensive?". Alex Bryce probes David on the Moral argument for God. David Moser questions whether the problem of suffering has been properly thought through by Christians. The debate will continue online at the 'Unbelievable?' group of the Premier Community as each atheist posts up their questions and David responds. Join in at http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable For David Robertson see http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme then you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 20 Feb 2010 - "Is Christianity Good for us?" US atheist Michael Shermer debates Scottish apologist David Robertson Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 - The Moral Argument For God - Atheist Paul Orton & Christian David Robertson | 24 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 Apr 2010 - Are we alone in the universe? Paul Davies & John Lennox - 17 April 2010 | What does it take for life to get going in our universe? Is there intelligence in the stars or right under our nose? Renowned astrophysicist Paul Davies chats to Oxford Professor of Mathematics John Lennox. A popular science author, Davies is also the Chair of the SETI post detection task force. His latest book "The Eerie Silence" which marks SETI's 50th anniversary examines the likelihood of the universe producing life elsewhere. John Lennox is a Christian Mathematician and philosopher. He is the author of "God's Undertaker: has science buried God?" and has debated Richard Dawkins on several occasions. Davies' work on the fine tuning of the universe for life has been sympathetic to theism. In this programme Lennox challenges Davies to look to design not just in cosmology but in the cell. They also chat about what the discovery of ET would mean for Christian theology. For Paul Davies see http://cosmos.asu.edu/ For his book "The Eerie Silence" click here For John Lennox see http://johnlennox.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via iTunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 Dawkins & John Lennox's Oxford debate - a review with interviews and comment. Unbelievable? 14 Mar 2009 Tuning of the Universe - is it evidence of God? Nicholas Beale vs Julian Baggini Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 17 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Apr 2010 - Seventh Day Adventism - 10 April 2010 | An Inter-Christian discussion on the beliefs and doctrines that are distinctive of Seventh Day Adventists. Why do they hold to Saturday as the "true" day for worship and rest? Are they too legalistic? What about the failed prophecy of Christ's return that they grew out of? What should we make of founder Ellen White's teaching on "Investigative Judgement"? David Burnett and Victor Hulbert of the SDA church in the UK respond to these questions raised by Doug Harris of the Reachout Trust in a friendly encounter seeking to understand more about the denomination. For the Seventh Day Adventist Church see http://www.adventist.org.uk or http://tottenham.adventistchurch.org.uk Watch Doug Harris, Victor Hulbert and Gerard Chrispin's TV debate http://www.adventistinfo.org.uk/about/world-in-focus.php For Doug Harris see http://www.reachouttrust.org/ Hear more theological debate at http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or subscribe to the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 8 Sep 2007 - Mormonism and Christianity Unbelievable? 9 Feb 2008 - Bahai faith and Christianity Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group on the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 10 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 Apr 2010 - The Unification Church of Sun Myung Moon & Easter - 03 April 2010 | The Unification church of Revd Sun Myung Moon (aka The Moonies) is often regarded as a cult. But what do they actually believe about Jesus and his death and resurrection? Christian Nseka is a member of the religion and believes we need to see Jesus' death and resurrection in a new way. He believes that Christ did not fulfil his mission and that Revd Moon is the new Messiah. Doug Harris runs the Reachout Trust, a Christian organisation seeking to engage with Cults and the New Age. He believes that Nseka's understanding of the Bible is skewed and he has missed the point of Jesus death and resurrection at Easter. For Doug Harris visit http://www.reachouttrust.org/ or his TV show on Revelation TV http://www.revelationtv.com/progblog.php?progid=795 For Christian Nseka visit http://www.messiah101.com/ For more Christian/non Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 5 Jan 2008 Christianity and Freemasonry - serving two masters? Doug Harris & Michael Donovan Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the Resurrection - Evangelist Tony Costa & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate. Join the discussion at the 'Unbelievable?' Group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 3 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Mar 2010 - Religious experience - is it evidence for God? - 27 March 2010 | Richard Morgan and Todd Pitner both experienced adult conversions from atheism to Christian Faith. Morgan, whose conversion story two years ago has been told before on "Unbelievable?" questions whether atheists who rule out personal experience as evidence for God are acting consistently. Todd Pitner who was converted two and a half years ago presents his own story and what he believes was a miraculous event. He now runs a website http://www.iloveatheists.com that seeks to answer the main challenges to Christian belief. Atheist Gordon Livesey interacts with both stories as we ask questions such as - "Is a Christian's testimony their best evangelistic tool?" and "Is there more to evidence than a purely scientific approach?" Want more? Todd, Richard and Gordon are discussing this show at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable For Richard Morgan see http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan and read his story here (p8): http://www.freechurch.org/pdf/monthlyrecord/sept08.pdf For Todd Pitner's website see http://www.iloveatheists.com/ For his story see: http://www.iloveatheists.com/about_us/dear-friends For more Christian/non-Christian debate audio visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the mp3 podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 From Atheism to Christian faith via richarddawkins.net - Christians Richard Morgan, David Robertson and Atheist Ed Turner Unbelievable? 30 May 2009 Reconciling Bible Contradictions: Christian Derek Tidball vs. Atheist Gordon Livesey | 27 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 20 Mar 2010 - "Expelled" live audience debate - 20 March 2010 | Hear the debate that took place after the "Unbelievable?" screening of Intelligent Design Film "Expelled" at Imperial College London in Feb 2010. Against the film: Atheist Prof Susan Blackmore (Psychology, Plymouth) & Theistic evolutionist Prof Keith Fox (Biology, Southampton) For the film: Prof Steve Fuller (Sociology, Warwick) & Dr. Alastair Noble (Former Inspector of Schools) Panellists on both sides of the ID debate give their reactions to the film's claims that scientists are not free to question Darwinian evolution and the link the film makes between Nazi Eugenics and evolutionary theory. Followed by Q&A from the audience. You can hear the second debate that took place in the evening at the "Features" page: http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx For more Christian/non-Christian discussion shows visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievableor get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 "Expelled" the Movie - Intelligent Design theorist Stephen Meyer vs. Atheist scientist Peter Atkins debate Intelligent Design Unbelievable? 6 Feb 2010 - Do we need God to Do Science? Steve Fuller and Thomas Dixon debate Intelligent Design and the Dover Trial Join the discussion at the 'Unbelievable?' Group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 20 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Mar 2010 - Can we trust the Trinity? James White vs Anthony Buzzard - 13 March 2010 | Is the doctrine of the Trinity to be found in the Bible? Was Jesus really "of one substance" with God the Father? US Christian apologist James White of Alpha and Omega Ministries returns to defend the doctrine of the Trinity as he discusses key Old and New Testament texts with Sir Anthony Buzzard of the Restoration Fellowship. James believes the doctrine of the Trinity is implicit and explicit at various points throughout scripture. Anthony disagrees and claims the Doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most costly mistakes the Christian church ever made. For James White see http://www.aomin.org/ For Anthony Buzzard see http://www.restorationfellowship.org For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the MP3 podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101 If you enjoyed this programme then you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 10 Oct 2009 - "Jesus and the God of Israel" Is the divinity of Jesus at odds with Jewish Monotheism? Richard Bauckham & James Crossley Unbelievable? 31 Jan 2009 - Christadelphianism - what it is and how it differs from mainstream Christian faith. To hear Justin's "Tale of Two Megachurches" documentary mentioned at the end of today's show visit http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx Join the debate at the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 13 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Mar 2010 - Which is more trustworthy - The Bible or Koran? - 06 March 2010 | James White of Alpha and Omega Ministries is on the show this week and next defending the Christian faith. Today he argues the Bible is historically more reliable than the Koran. Adnan Rashid of the Hittin Institute argues for the Koran and criticises the transmission of Biblical writings. How were both scriptures written and passed on? Among other things the Koran and Bible disagree on an important event - Jesus' crucifixion. So which should we trust? For James White visit http://www.aomin.org/ For Adnan Rashid visit http://www.hittininstitute.com/ For more Christian and non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable get the MP3 podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101 If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi Unbelievable? 5 Jul 2008 Which is more relevant to 21st Century Britain: Islam or Christianity? Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 6 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Feb 2010 - Faith in Britain - Andrew Copson of the BHA vs David Robertson - 27 February 2010 | A year ago the British Humanist Association launched the "Atheist Bus Campaign" declaring "There is probably no God. Now stop worrying and enjoy your life". Would we enjoy life and be less worried without belief in God in modern Britain? Where do humanist values come from? What about the role of faith in school and society? Their latest poster campaign urges that children should not be "labelled" with a faith position. Andrew Copson Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association discusses the issues with Scottish minister and apologist David Robertson. For the BHA see http://www.humanism.org.uk For David Robertson see http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/davidblog For more Christian/Non-Christian debate visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable of get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 19 Sep 2009 - "Would Europe be better off as an atheistic or Christian society?" David Robertson, Ed Turner & Richard Morgan Unbelievable? 2 Aug 2008 - Faith & School - do they mix? Jan Ainsworth & Andrew Copson debate. Check out the "Unbelievable?" TV debate on "Christian Origins" that won Gold at the 2010 Christian Broadcasting Council Awards here. http://player.premier.tv//Premiertv.aspx?AssetId=23b04461-0eec-4668-bc56-b93d6df14693 Join the discussions at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 27 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 20 Feb 2010 - "Is Christianity good for us?" Michael Shermer vs. David Robertson - 20 February 2010 | Are societies better off with the influence of Christianity? Are Christians more caring than atheists? What role should faith play in society? Just some of the questions explored by atheist Michael Shermer and Christian David Robertson. Michael Shermer is president of the US Skeptics Society and Editor of its magazine "Skeptic". He claims that there are various ways in which Christianity has had a negative influence on society and that a Christian worldview is unnecessary for living a good life. David Robertson is pastor of St Peter's Free Church in Dundee, Scotland and author of "The Dawkins Letters". He says that true Christianity has been a force for good and continues to empower people to live better lives. For Michael Shermer visit http://www.michaelshermer.com For David Robertson visit http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/ You can hear more Christian/non-Christian discussions at http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 25 Jul 2009 - Do miracles happen today? Atheist Michael Shermer vs Christian Adrian Holloway Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 - From Atheism to Christian faith via richarddawkins.net - Christians Richard Morgan, David Robertson and Atheist Ed Turner Join in the discussions at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 20 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Feb 2010 - Two views on Divorce and Remarriage - David Instone-Brewer & Andrew Corn - 13 February 2010 | This week: As part of Premier Radio's coverage of National Marriage Week we look at two different Christian views of Divorce and Remarriage. Andrew Cornes is Vicar of All Saints Crowborough. He holds to the traditional understanding that Jesus taught divorce is only permissible for adultery, and that the Bible forbids remarriage. David Instone-Brewer is a New Testament scholar from Tyndale House Cambridge. He believes the church has misunderstood Jesus teaching on divorce. He claims that Jesus was responding to "any cause" divorce - a Rabbinical view of divorce popular at the time. They debate the Biblical and pastoral issues involved. For David Instone-Brewer visit http://www.divorceremarriage.com For his book "Divorce and Remarriage in the Church" (Paternoster) Click here For Andrew Cornes visit http://www.allsaintscrowborough.org For his book "Divorce and Remarriage: Biblical Principle and Pastoral Practise" (Christian Focus) Click here For Christian/non Christian debate and theology visit http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or Via itunes If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 8 Aug 2009 Debating doctrine: Hell - Conditional immortality vs. Eternal conscious torment - James White debates Roger and Faith Forster Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Join the discussion at the ""Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community. http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 13 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Feb 2010 - Do we need God to do Science? Steve Fuller & Thomas Dixon - 05 February 2010 | As we look forward to the screening and debate around the film Expelled at Imperial College London on Sat 27th Feb (See www.premier.org.uk/expelled for info on extra screening & debate) two of the panellists join Justin to debate Intelligent Design. Steve Fuller is Professor of Sociology at Warwick University. He features as a pro ID advocate in the film "Expelled" and was an expert witness in the USA "Dover Trial" of 2005 when ID was judged non-scientific. Thomas Dixon is Senior Lecturer in History at Queen Mary University of London. He is critical of the film and the ID movement. For Steve Fuller see http://www.warwick.ac.uk/~sysdt/Index.html For his book "Dissent over Descent" click here For his forthcoming book "Science: the art of living" Click here For Thomas Dixon see http://www.history.qmul.ac.uk/staff/dixont.html For his book "Science and Religion: a very short introduction" Click Here Hear more faith debate at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 - "Expelled" the Movie - Intelligent Design theorist Stephen Meyer vs. Atheist scientist Peter Atkins debate Intelligent Design Unbelievable? 27 Jun 2009 - "Is Christian faith at odds with science?" Atheist biologist PZ Myers & Christian biologist Denis Alexander For tickets to the newly added screening and debate on Sat 27th Feb at 6.30pm visit www.premier.org.uk/expelled | 5 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 30 Jan 2010 - Where was God in Haiti? - 30 January 2010 | Hundreds of thousands died in the Haiti earthquake of Jan 2010. Many more are still suffering. So where was God? Can we believe in an all loving, all powerful God in the face of such suffering and destruction? Roger Forster of The Ichthus Christian Fellowship argues that God suffers with those affected. Atheist Gordon Livesey believes that if God existed he would act to intervene. Nick Peters, who himself suffers from disability, argues that the existence of evil does not preclude a loving, almighty God. For Roger Forster's book "Suffering and the Love of God" visit http://www.ichthus.org.uk/Shop/ To support the DEC appeal for Haiti visit www.dec.org.uk You can hear more Christian/non-Christian discussion at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes. If you want to hear similar programmes: Unbelievable? 10 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Richard Swinburne - "God's Problem: does the Bible fail to answer the problem of suffering?" Unbelievable? 19 Apr 2008 problems with God - an Atheist and Christian philosopher debate Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 30 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 Jan 2010 - Abortion - Pro-choice Evan Harris MP vs Pro-life Sarah Macken - 23 January 2010 | A re-broadcast of a compelling debate with listener input on the issue of abortion. When does human life begin? Whose rights come first - the mother or foetus? Is disability grounds for abortion? Should the time limit for abortion in the UK be lowered? This debate between Liberal Democrat Shadow Science minister Evan Harris MP and Pro-life advocate Sarah Macken is joined by listeners and emails as the questions get discussed from both perspectives. For more Christian/non-Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may want to listen to: Unbelievable? 19 Jan 2008 Abortion - pro-life vs. pro-choice. Unbelievable? 12 Jan 2008 Human Fertilisation & Embryology - are we playing God? You can join the debate at the Premier Community | 23 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 - "Expelled" The Movie - Stephen C Meyer vs. Peter Atkins - 16 January 2010 | The documentary film "Expelled" is presented by US Actor Ben Stein and makes the case that scientists who question Darwinian orthodoxy and support Intelligent Design are being "expelled" from academia. As the UK edition of the DVD is released we ask "Is freedom of thought at stake or is Intelligent Design out of bounds when it comes to biological science?" Stephen C Meyer is co founder of the Discovery Institute in the USA and a major proponent of Intelligent Design. Peter Atkins is Professor of Chemistry at Oxford University and an outspoken atheist. They both feature in "Expelled" and join Justin to debate the pros and cons of Intelligent Design theory. Mark Haville who is bringing the film to the UK also joins the discussion. You can order Expelled the DVD (UK edition) at Amazon Play.com and HMV (click for direct links) or via http://www.christianvideos.co.uk/ For details & booking for the Unbelievable? Screening of "Expelled" and debate at Imperial College London in February visit www.premier.org.uk/expelled For Stephen C Meyer's book visit http://www.signatureinthecell.com/ For info on Peter Atkins visit http://www.secularism.org.uk/prof.peteratkins.html For more Christian/non Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast at http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 2 Jan 2010 - Is there design in biology? Intelligent Design proponent William Dembski vs. Biology Professor Lewis Wolpert Unbelievable? 21 Feb 2009 - DNA & the origin of life - the cosmic fingerprints of God? Perry Marshall and Peter Hearty debate. Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 16 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 9 Jan 2010 - Bill Dembski & Norman Hansen on Natural Evil - 09 January 2010 | William (Bill) Dembski is an American mathematician, theologian and professor of Theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, TX. Bill returns to defend his latest Book "The End of Christianity" -an argument defending the Christian God against the argument of Evil. How can natural evil and death that have existed for millions of years on an Old Earth view be reconciled to the view that the Fall brought these things into God's good world? Why does God answer some prayers and not others? Does free will exist? Just some of the questions tackled by Bill as he engages with Former Christian Norman Hansen. For Dembski's blog see http://www.uncommondescent.com/ For his book " The End of Christianity" Click here For Norman Hansen see http://www.nrhansen.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/ For more Christian/non Christian debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 10 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Richard Swinburne - "God's Problem: does the Bible fail to answer the problem of suffering?" Unbelievable? 19 Apr 2008 Philosophical problems with God - an Atheist and Christian philosopher debate Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? Group at the Premier Community | 9 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 2 Jan 2010 - Intelligent Design - William Dembski debates Lewis Wolpert - 02 January 2010 | One of the world's leading Intelligent Design proponents joins Justin to explain why he believes biological life exhibits "specified complexity" that runs against Darwinian evolution. William (Bill) Dembski is an American mathematician, theologian and professor of Theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, TX. He debates the issue of ID with atheist Lewis Wolpert, Emeritus Professor of Biology at University College London. For Bill Dembski see http://www.designinference.com/ or his blog http://www.uncommondescent.com/ For Lewis Wolpert's Wikipedia profile see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lewis_Wolpert For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or Get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this porgramme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 Jul 2009 - Intelligent Design vs Evolution - Peter S Williams and Peter Hearty debate Unbelievable? 30 Aug 2008 - Darwin vs Design - Dr. Tom Woodward & Peter Hearty Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 2 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Dec 2009 - Are the two Christmas accounts contradictory? - 26 December 2009 | Matthew and Luke are the two Gospel writers that include narratives of the birth of Christ. The traditional Nativity Story is an amalgamation of the two accounts. Critics claim the two stories do not match up. Barrister Charles Foster wrote "The Christmas Mystery" to show that Matthew and Luke are different, but reliable accounts of Jesus' birth. Atheist Robert Stovold believes that the stories are a blend of Pagan myth and later invention. Evangelical scholar Anthony McRoy also joins in the conversation. They debate issues such as Matthew's use of Old Testament prophecy, the Virgin birth, Bethlehem as the birth place and whether Luke dates the Census correctly. For Charles Foster see www.charlesfoster.co.uk To buy "The Christmas Mystery" click here For Robert Stovold and his booklet "Did Christians Steal Christmas?" click here Hear more Christian/non Christian discussion at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 22 Dec 2007 - Did Christians steal Christmas? Unbelievable? 20 Dec 2008 Virgin Birth: Fact or Fiction? Revd Michael Sayward debates Unitarian Sarah Tinker Join in the discussion at the "Unbelievable" group on The Premier Community | 26 12 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Dec 2009 - What does science tell us about God? - 19 December 2009 | Professor Lewis Wolpert is Emeritus Professor of Biology at University College London. Professor Russell Cowburn is Chair of Nanotechnology at Imperial College. Wolpert is an atheist, Cowburn a Christian. Following on from a debate at Gunnersbury Baptist Church, the two scientists tackle the question "does science tell us anything about God?" Wolpert believes it does - that belief in God is a product of evolution. Cowburn believes that both science and scripture witness to a God who reveals himself to us. Their conversation ranges over evolution, the new atheism and whether God should reveal himself through the miraculous. To hear their original debate from November 2009 visit http://www.gunnersburybaptistchurch.org/events/opentoquestion/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this discussion you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 21 Jun 2008 - Keith Ward on "The Big Questions in Science and Religion": Why Christians CAN believe in evolution Unbelievable? 21 Feb 2009 - DNA & the origin of life - the cosmic fingerprints of God? Perry Marshall and Peter Hearty debate. Join in the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community | 19 12 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Dec 2009 - Dawkins Debate on Atheist fundemantalism - 12 December 2009 | Atheists Richard Dawkins, and AC Grayling recently squared up against Christians Richard Harries and Charles Moore for a debate on the motion "Atheism is the new fundamentalism". Justin Brierley reviews the debate with audio clips from the speakers and Q&A session, as well as interviews with those who attended, including AC Grayling and the Chair of the debate Anthony Seldon. For the full debate visit http://www.intelligencesquared.com/ For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or Via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 Dawkins & John Lennox's Oxford debate - a review with interviews and comment. Unbelievable? 19 Jul 2008 Masters of Apologetics Pt 2: William Lane Craig Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 12 12 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Dec 2009 - Dan Barker on losing faith - 05 December 2009 | Dan Barker was a Christian evangelist and musician for 19 years before he lost his faith. He tells the story in his book "Godless: How an evangelical preacher became one of America's leading Atheists". Dan is now President of the Freedom from Religion Foundation in the USA. Charles Foster is a writer, barrister and traveller. A committed Christian he has written books defending the Christian faith including "The Jesus Inquest: the case for and against the resurrection". He says that, unlike Dan, when doubt came knocking he found the Bible to be trustworthy and the Christian story to be fulfilling. They discuss Dan's deconversion, the case for the resurrection, and whether we are better off free from religion. For Dan Barker see http://ffrf.org/about/bio_dan.php For his Book "Godless" click here For Charles Foster see http://www.charlesfoster.co.uk/ For his book "The Jesus Inquest" click here For more Christian/non-Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 8 Mar 2008 Can we trust the Gospels? Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the Resurrection - Evangelist Tony Costa & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 5 12 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 21 Nov 2009 - Muslim, Christian, Hindu debate on evangelism - 21 November 2009 | Nov 15-21 2009 was the UK's first "Interfaith" week. To mark this, Justin Brierley hosts a discussion on how faiths should relate to each other when it comes evangelism and missionary activity. They discuss a document of Ten guidelines for witnessing to those of other faiths. But does the document stifle freedom of speech? Where should we draw the line between being honest and open and being offensive and demeaning in our interfaith encounters? Andrew Smith of Scripture Union is the director of "Youth Encounter" helping Christian young people live out their faith amongst Muslims. He was involved in drafting 10 Ethical Guidelines for Christian and Muslim Witness in Britain. Jay Smith is a Christian evangelist to Muslims with a "no-holds-barred" approach. He disagrees with aspects of the document and explains why. Dr Muhammad Al-Hussaini is fellow in Islamic studies and Jewish Muslim relations at Leo Baeck Rabbinical College. He explains why he finds Jay Smith's style of evangelism harmful. Jay Lakhani is Director of the Hindu Academy and represents a Hindu perspective on the issue of evangelism and conversion. For the 10 Guidelines on Ethical witness click here For Andrew Smith see http://www.scriptureunion.org.uk/YouthEncounter For Jay Smith's Youtube videos http://www.youtube.com/user/PfanderFilms for his view on Muhammad and Aisha Click Here For Justin's documentary on Jay's evangelism at Speakers Corner "Up the Laddder in Hyde Park" Click here For Dr. Muhammad Al-Hussaini visit http://www.scripturalreasoning.org.uk/index1.html For Jay Lakhani visit www.hinduacademy.org For more Christian/Non Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 15 Aug 2009 - Scriptural reasoning - Imam Muhammad Al-Hussaini, Rabbi Mark Solomon and Christian Dr David Jackson discuss holy scriptures Unbelievable? 5 Jul 2008 Which is more relevant to 21st Century Britain: Islam or Christianity? Join the discussion at The Premier Community | 21 11 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 14 Nov 2009 - Alister McGrath interview - 14 November 2009 | Alister McGrath combines a background in science with a passion for theology and apologetics. "The Dawkins Delusion" - his critique of Richard Dawkins and the New Atheism has been a bestseller. In this wide-ranging interview McGrath shares his own journey of faith and why Christianity makes best sense of the world as he sees it. He addresses the way atheism is currently making its case, as well as fine tuning of the universe, the resurrection, heresy and much more besides! You can read the Christianity Magazine profile of Alister McGrath here For Alister McGrath's website visit http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/ For more Christian debate and dialogue visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or Get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy the following: Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 Gary Habermas - American Masters of Apologetics pt 1 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 1: Gary Habermas Unbelievable? 19 Jul 2008 William Lane Craig - American Masters of Apologetics pt 2 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 2: William Lane Craig To join in the debate visit the Unbelievable group of the Premier Community | 14 11 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 7 Nov 2009 - John Shelby Spong vs. Terry Boyle - 07 November 2009 | John Shelby Spong is one of the most influential liberal Christians in the world and advocates that Christianity needs to re-interpreted for the modern world leaving behind supernatural beliefs. In his latest book "Eternal Life: a new vision" he claims that we need to transcend belief in God, heaven and hell to undesrtand what "Life in all its fullness" means. Terry Boyle, Uk Pastor of Insight for Living, defends an evangelical view of Scripture and doctrine and asks "what is left if we gut Christianity of its core beliefs?" For the Book "Eternal Life: a New Vision" click here For John Shelby Spong visit http://www.johnshelbyspong.com/ For Terry Boyle visit http://www.insightforliving.org.uk/ For more Christian debate and dialogue visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or Get the podcast or via Itunes If you want to explore some of the issues raised by Spong in this programme then visit: Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - Jesus and the Eyewitnesses part 1 : Richard Bauckham and James Crossley Unbelievable? 20 Dec 2008 - The Virgin Birth: Fact or Fiction? Revd Michael Sayward debates Unitarian Sarah Tinker Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 - Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi Join the discussion at the Premier Community Email the show unbelievable@premier.org.uk | 7 11 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 31 Oct 2009 - Preterist, Dispensational and Liberal views of The return of Jesus. - 31 October 2009 | Matthew Chapter 24's "Olivet Discourse" records Jesus saying that his followers will see him "coming on the clouds of the sky with great glory" and that "this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened." Two thousand years later Christians are still waiting for his return. We explore different Christian responses to the apparent expectation of the imminent return of Jesus in the New Testament. What do they make of other end time events such as The Tribulation and The Rapture? Terry Boyle Pastor for Insight For Living in the UK describes his "Dispensationalist" understanding of this and other passages. Dee Dee Warren describes her "Preterist" understanding of the passage and how she arrived at it. Andrew Whyte describes his journey of coming to a liberal view that early Christian writers were mistaken in their expectations. For more on Dee Dee Warren and Preterism see http://www.preteristsite.com/ or www.preteristblog.com where she will be posting extra responses to the programme. For Terry Boyle and Insight for Living see http://www.insightforliving.org.uk/ For more Christian theology discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 1 Aug 2009 - Debating doctrine - James White and Roger & Faith Forster debate predestination Unbelievable? 30 May 2009 Reconciling Bible Contradictions: Christian Derek Tidball vs. Atheist Gordon Livesey Unbelievable? 6 Dec 2008 Christian Zionism, Israel & the Church: Stephen Sizer debates Geoffrey Smith of Christian Friends of Israel Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 31 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 24 Oct 2009 - Christian conversion of Hindus - 24 October 2009 | In light of Premier's Faith Without Fear campaign, this discussion between Anil Bhanot and Sunil Raheja addresses the tensions that exist when Christians seek to evangelise Hindus in India. What is acceptable? Is the response of some Hindus justified? Is it wrong for Christians to state that Jesus is the "only" way to God? To sign the petition for Justice for Christians in Orissa State, India go to www.faithwithoutfear.org For Anil Bhanot see www.hinducounciluk.org For Sunil Raheja see www.nlmg.org For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also want to listen to: Unbelievable? 14 Jul 2007 - Hindu & Christian concepts of God - Paul and Rohit Unbelievable? 15 Sep 2007 Yoga and Christianity - is there a conflict? Join the debate at the Premier Community | 24 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 Oct 2009 - The "Evangelical Universalist" is revealed - 17 October 2009 | "The Evangelical Universalist" was published several years ago. The author claimed to be an evangelical Christian who believes that everyone will ultimately be saved. He published under a pen name, but recently revealed his true identity as Robin Parry, editorial director of UK Christian publisher Paternoster. While Robin's views do not represent those of Paternoster, he tells why he has personally come to believe that the Bible teaches that everyone will ultimately be saved. Laurence M Blanchard, a pastor and author in California responds to Robin's arguments and raises questions such as "what's the point of evangelism if everyone will be saved?" Read Robin's blog here: http://theologicalscribbles.blogspot.com/ Read his blog as the Evangelical Universalist here: http://evangelicaluniversalist.blogspot.com/ Read about Laurence Blanchard here: http://http://www.charteroaklighthouse.org/about_us.htm To order "The Evangelical Universalist" book: Click here for the UK Click here for the US To hear more Christian and non-Christian debates visit the showpage at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy the original show when Parry's voice was disguised: Unbelievable? 15 Mar 2008 Christian Universalism - Will everyone be saved? For information on the Zacharias Trust apologetics training day mentioned at the end of the programme visit http://www.zactrust.org/ Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 17 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Oct 2009 - Jesus and the God of Israel - 10 October 2009 | Many have suggested that Christian belief in the divinity and worship of Jesus as God was a late development, and that Jesus' early followers did not regard him as being equal with God. So was Jesus merely regarded as an "elevated" being? Was high Christology at odds with the Jewish monotheism of the first century? New Testament scholar Richard Bauckham argues against these views. His book "Jesus and the God of Israel" claims that the worship of Jesus as God was both very Jewish and very early. Agnostic scholar James Crossley contests Richard's claims. Click here for the book "Jesus and the God of Israel" (Paternoster) For Richard Bauckham visit http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html For James Crossley see http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html Listen to more Christian/non-Christian debates at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or via podcast or itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - Richard Bauckham on the Gospels - pt 1: Richard Bauckham and James Crossley Unbelievable? 24 Jan 2009 - How did Christianity begin?" Pt 2 - James Crossley & Michael Bird Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 10 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 Oct 2009 - What picture of God does the Bible paint? - 03 October 2009 | Andrew Wilson is an author and church leader. His book "GodStories" describes the Bible as "the gospel of God". He says the story is told in multiple ways of sins forgiven, shame removed, beauty restored, and meaning reinstated. Atheist Norman Bacrac of the Ethical Society contends that the picture the Bible paints of God is not as beautiful as Andrew claims - for instance how can the story of The Flood tell of a loving God? Find out about Andrew and GodStories at www.godstoriesbook.com For Norman Bacrac and the Ethical Society visit www.ethicalsoc.org.uk To hear more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 25 Aug 2007 - Deluded by Dawkins? Andrew Wilson debates atheist Gordon Livesey Unbelievable? 7 Mar 2009 - The Reason for God" - Pastor Timothy Keller & Atheist Norman Bacrac Join the debate at the Premier Community's "Unbelievable?" group | 3 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Sep 2009 - "Creation" the movie review with interviews & debate - 26 September 2009 | The film "Creation" is released in the UK Sep 2009. Telling the story of how Charles Darwin came to write "On the Origin of Species" 150 years ago, the film highlights the clash of evolutionary theory and Christian belief. The problem of suffering is also addressed in the death of Darwin's daughter Annie. Justin Brierley interviews Randall Keynes, a great-great grandson of Darwin and the author of the book "Creation" that the film is based on. We also hear the discussion on evolution vs. creation that took place between invited guests (see below) at a church leaders screening of the film recently. For the movie see http://www.creationthemovie.com/flash For church resources see http://www.damaris.org/creationmovie For Nicholas Beale see http://www.questionsoftruth.org/authors/ For Steve Lloyd see http://www.biblicalcreationministries.org.uk For Charles Foster see http://www.amazon.co.uk/Selfless-Gene-Charles-Foster/dp/0340964367 Hear Christian/non-Christian discussion at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 14 Mar 2009 Fine Tuning of the Universe - is it evidence of God? Nicholas Beale vs Julian Baggini Unbelievable? 29 Nov 2008 Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose? Denis Alexander & Stephen Lloyd debate Join the debate at the Premier Community | 26 9 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Sep 2009 - Would Europe be better off Atheist or Christian? - 19 September 2009 | Christian Apologist David Robertson, Atheist blogger Ed Turner and Christian convert Richard Morgan return to debate the rights and wrongs of Christian and atheist influence in society. For David Robertson's book "The Dawkins Letters" Click here For David Robertson see http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/ For Ed Turner see http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com For Richard Morgan see http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan For more Christian non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 The Moral Argument For God - Atheist Paul Orton & Christian David Robertson Unbelievable? 4 Jul 2009 Peter Hitchens & Ibrahim Mogra debate "Is Islam or Christianity the best future for Britain?" Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 19 9 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 - Richard Morgan - from Atheism to Faith - 12 September 2009 | Richard Morgan was a confirmed atheist for much of his life and a keen poster on the richarddawkins.net website. However, after becoming disillusioned with the mentality of some atheists on the website, he subsequently experienced a dramatic conversion to Christianity in 2008. He relates the story, along with Christian apologist David Robertson who had a hand in his conversion. Ed Turner a forthright atheist blogger (aka Manicstreetpreacher) joins the discussion as they look at the world of Christian and Atheist chat forums. Chat to this week's guests at the "Unbelievable?" Group of the "Premier Community": www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable For Richard Morgan see: http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan For David Robertson see: http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/ For Ed Turner see: http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 21 Mar 2009 - "Challenging Atheist Myths" pt 1 Christian David Robertson & Atheist Adrian Hayter Unbelievable? 6 Sep 2008 - Christianity on trial pt 1: Can I trust the Bible? Atheist lawyer Ed Turner vs Theologian Andy Bannister | 12 9 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Sep 2009 - Bauckham on the Gospels - Pt 2 - 05 September 2009 | Continuing on from their discussion last week, believing and non-believing New Testament historians Richard Bauckham and James Crossley discuss whether the testimony of eyewitnesses in the Gospels is trustworthy. Bauckham fills out his reasoning for the Gospels being credible eyewitness testimony of Jesus' life, while Crossley disputes whether testimony of the miraculous can be used as historical evidence. For the book "Jesus and the Eyewitnesses" click here For Richard Bauckham see http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html For James Crossley see http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 18 Oct 2008 Why Should I believe in Jesus? Ex-Christian Norman Hansen vs. Amy Orr-Ewing of the Zacharias Trust Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 Masters of Apologetics Pt 1: Gary Habermas Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 5 9 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - Richard Bauckham on the Gospels - pt 1 - 29 August 2009 | "Jesus and the Eyewitnesses" has been heralded as a paradigm shift in the way the authorship of the Gospels should be seen. Richard Bauckham is the author of the book, which won the 2009 Michael Ramsey prize. He argues that the Gospels are based on eyewitness accounts and should be regarded as fundamentally trustworthy. New Testament historian James Crossley discusses the implications of Bauckham's work and whether the Gospel of John was written by the disciple John himself, as Bauckham claims. They continue the debate next week... Click here For Jesus and the Eyewitnesses For Richard Bauckham visit http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html For James Crossley see http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html Listen to more Christian/non-Christian debates at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or via podcast or itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 17 Jan 2009 A believing and a non-believing New Testament scholar debate "How did Christianity begin?" - Michael Bird & James Crossley - Pt 1 Join the debate at the Premier Community | 29 8 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 22 Aug 2009 - Does religion make people unhappy? - 22 August 2009 | Many "New Atheists" have written books claiming that Christianity is bad for people. Barry Duke is editor of "The Freethinker" - a longstanding humanist magazine and website that seeks to show why religion is bad for the world. Barry claims that most religious people are weighed down by guilt and that atheism sets people free. Tom Price is an apologist with Damaris and the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. He says that his search for happiness was fulfilled when he found Christ as an adult. For Tom Price see: The Damaris Trust www.damaris.org and the Oxford Centre for Christian apologetics http://www.theocca.org/ For Barry Duke see: http://freethinker.co.uk/ For more Christian/non-Christian debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 24 Nov 2007 "I Sold My Soul on eBay" - the friendly atheist at a church near you... Tom Price & Hemant Mehta Unbelievable? 3 Nov 2007 - The "New Atheism" - Barry Duke and David Marshall Debate You can also listen via podcast and Itunes Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 22 8 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 Aug 2009 - Scriptural reasoning - 15 August 2009 | Scriptural Reasoning is an organisation committed to honest interfaith dialogue that promotes "better quality disagreement". Its founder Muhammad Al-Hussaini explains how they hope to bring greater understanding of the scriptures of the three Abrahamic religions. He is joined by Liberal Judaism Rabbi Mark Solomon and Dr David Jackson, formerly of the London School of Theology. They discuss the purpose of interfaith dialogue and engage in some on-air scriptural reasoning on the theme of "servant leadership" reading from the Koran, the Torah and the Bible. Find out more at www.scripturalreasoning.org.uk You can hear more interfaith discussion at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 4 Aug 2007 - Judaism and Christianity Unbelievable? 4 Oct 2008 - Does Islam or Christianity oppress women? Jay Smith and Mohamed Ali Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 15 8 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 Aug 2009 - Hell - two different views debated - 08 August 2009 | What do Christians believe about the immortality of the soul and the justification for punishment? Has hell been lost as a doctrine in the modern church? In their second inter-Christian encounter James White and Roger and Faith Forster explain their different view of hell. James White holds to an "eternal conscious torment" view - that those in hell are punished for all eternity. Roger and Faith Forster believe in "conditional immortality" - that only those in Christ are granted eternal life and those who go to hell cease to exist. For James White see www.aomin.org For Roger and Faith see www.ichthus.org.uk For more faith debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or via podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may wish to listen to Unbelievable? 15 Mar 2008 Christian Universalism - Will everyone be saved? Unbelievable? 1 Dec 2007 - Salvation: Grace or Works? A Jew & Christian compare approaches Get involved at the Premier Community | 8 8 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 Aug 2009 - Calvinism & predestination - 01 August 2009 | The first of two programmes focussing on inter-Christian debates over doctrine. 500 years ago the birth of John Calvin heralded the arrival of one who would have a momentous impact on the shape of world Christianity. Calvinism is most often defined by its belief in predestination. Calvinist James White of Alpha and Omega ministries explains why he believes Calvin was right when he claimed that God's will alone controls the eternal destiny of humans. Roger and Faith Forster of the Ichthus Christian fellowship defend an Arminian view - that human freewill is part of God's grace when it comes to human salvation. For James White see www.aomin.org For Roger and Faith see www.ichthus.org.uk For more Faith debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or via podcast or via itunes If you enjoyed this programme you may wish to listen to Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi Unbelievable? 22 Mar 2008 Easter & the Atonement - does it make sense? Roger Forster debates humanist Marilyn Mason Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 1 8 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 25 Jul 2009 - Michael Shermer debates "Miracles" - 25 July 2009 | You don't have to look far for claims of the miraculous. But what constitutes a "miracle" and do Christian beliefs in this area make sense? Michael Shermer is a well-known atheist in the USA and Director of the Skeptics Society. He says miraculous claims always have a natural explanation. Adrian Holloway is a London Pastor and apologist. He claims to have witnessed the miraculous and says that Michael's skepticism is unjustified. For Michael Shermer see www.michaelshermer.com For Adrian Holloway see www.christchurchlondon.org/team.php For more Christian/Non-Christian debate www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 17 Nov 2007 - Are miracles evidence for God? Miracles and healing - is it evidence for the truth of Christianity? Unbelievable? 10 May 2008 The gift of tongues - faith or fake? The gift of tongues - Faith or fake? Gerald Coates, Mark Johnston & Stephen Pilcher discuss. Join the discussion at the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 25 7 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 Jul 2009 - Intelligent Design vs Evolution - 18 July 2009 | A re-broadcast of a classic debate that won a New York Radio Festivals Gold medal. Peter Hearty is an atheist who says that Evolution alone explains the living world around us. Peter Williams, an Intelligent Design proponent claims that Evolution is a theory with serious problems that only an inference to design can explain. They debate, and we take calls from Christian and atheist listeners. For Peter S Williams: http://www.arn.org/authors/williams.html Peter Hearty recommends: http://www.talkorigins.org/ For more Christian/non-Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable If you enjoyed this programme you may also like to listen to: Unbelievable? 21 Feb 2009 DNA & the origin of life - the cosmic fingerprints of God? Perry Marshall and Peter Hearty debate. Unbelievable? 30 Aug 2008 Darwin vs Design Darwin vs Design - Dr. Tom Woodward & Peter Hearty Click here to get the podcast or via itunes Join the debate at the Premier Community | 18 7 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 11 Jul 2009 - Islamic & Christian converts debate - 11 July 2009 | Nabeel Qureshi converted to Christianity from Islam after being convinced that the weight of evidence was in favour of Christian faith. Yahya Seymour's story is the opposite - he became a Muslim after having a Christian upbringing. They discuss the issues in advance of debates coming up in London. For more information on the debates from Sun 12 Jul 09 to Sat 18 Jul 09 see www.thedebateinitiative.com or www.answeringmuslims.com If you enjoyed this show you may also want to listen to: Unbelievable? 5 Jul 2008 Islam & Christianity -which is more relevant to Britain? Which is more relevant to 21st Century Britain: Islam or Christianity? For more Christian/Non-Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable and get the podcast | 11 7 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 4 Jul 2009 - Peter Hitchens debates Islam - 04 July 2009 | Peter Hitchens is a well known journalist and Anglican Christian. Unlike his atheist brother Christopher, he believes Christianity is an essential bedrock for society. He says Islam will fill the spiritual vaccuum of Britain if secularists have their way. Ibrahim Mogra represents the Muslim Council of Britain. He says that Muslims are only interested in living harmoniously within society. They discuss Sharia Law, multiculturalism, religious freedom and more. For Peter Hitchens visit http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/ For The Muslim Council of Britain visit www.mcb.org.uk For more Christian/non-Christian discussions visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via Itunes. If you enjoyed this show you may wish to listen to Unbelievable? 1 Mar 2008 Sharia law in the UK - Muslims & Christian debate. Unbelievable? 15 Dec 2007 Jihad & terrorism - Does Islam need to be reformed? Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 4 7 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Jun 2009 - PZ Myers & Denis Alexander on Faith & Science - 27 June 2009 | Atheist Biologist PZ Myers is an outspoken critic of Christianity. He believes that faith in God and science are contradictory. He debates theistic evolutionist Denis Alexander, Director of the Faraday Institute for Science and Religion. Is science is at odds with Christianity as PZ claims? They touch on Fine Tuning, Rationality, and whether God is an inference to the best explanation. For PZ Myers Blog: http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/ For The Faraday Institute: http://www.faraday-institute.org/ If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 13 Oct 2007 Has science buried God? John Lennox & Robert Stovold Unbelievable? 29 Nov 2008 Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose? Denis Alexander & Stephen Lloyd Hear more Christian/non-Christian debate at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes Join the debate at the Premier Community | 27 6 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 20 Jun 2009 Before Nicea - what is the truth about Early Christianity? - 20 June 2009 | What did the first Christians believe about Jesus? Muslim Abdul Haq, the author of "Before Nicea" claims that key doctrines of Christianity were formulated through later councils of the church. He says that there is no good evidence that early Christians believed in Jesus' divinity or even his crucifixion. Evangelical Christian scholar Anthony McRoy counters Haq's claims, insisting that the key doctrines of Christianity were well established in the early church and are implicit in Scripture. For Anthony McRoy www.west.org.uk For "Before Nicea" by Abdul Haq click here For more Christian/Non-Christian debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast Join the debate at the Premier Community | 20 6 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 The Moral Argument for God - 13 June 2009 | Atheist Paul Orton contacted the show saying he was unconvinced by the claim of some Christians that morality must be based in God, to make sense. He claims that morality is a product of biological and social evolution and "the changing moral Zeitgeist" determines the morals we hold. Christian apologist David Robertson claims that you can't make sense of "right" and "wrong" without reference to an ultimate standard - God. Anything else opens the door to moral nihilism. Slavery in the Bible, racism and much more enter the discussion as they discuss the practical outworking of our moral foundations. For David Robertson http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk Click here for the apologetics course he is teaching in July 2009 For more Christian/Non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 21 Mar 2009 "Challenging Atheist Myths" Part 1 Christian David Robertson & Atheist Adrian Hayter Unbelievable? 26 Jan 2008 Morality - do we need God to be Good? Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 13 6 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Jun 2009 A Skeptic in Narnia - 06 June 2009 | Laura Miller was captivated by Lewis' Narnia stories as a child. As a teenager she learnt of the Christian parallels in the books and felt "cheated and betrayed". Find out why in today's programme and how she has come to terms with Narnia by writing "The Magician's Book". Michael Ward is a leading expert on CS Lewis and author of "Planet Narnia". As a Christian the Narnia stories served to deepen his faith, and he has also recently uncovered a rich secret within the books that has gone unnoticed until now. They discuss how the Christian Narnia affected Miller and some of the criticisms she levels at them in her book. For Michael Ward see www.planetnarnia.com For Laura Miller see www.lauramiller.org If you enjoyed this discussion you may also enjoy: Unbelievable? 8 Dec 2007 The Golden Compass - is it atheist propaganda? For more Christian/non Christian discussions visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 6 6 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 30 May 2009 Bible contradictions - 30 May 2009 | What should Christians believe about the "infallibility" of the Bible? Are the apparent contradictions that exist a problem? Derek Tidball is the former Principal of the London School of Theology. He engages with atheist Gordon Livesey who has compiled a list of, as he believes, errors and contradictions in the Bible. Find out more about Derek Tidball's books here You can hear more Christian/Non-Christian debate at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?" Unbelievable? 14 Jun 2008 Biblical inerrancy - Can we trust the Bible through and through? Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 30 5 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 May 2009 Buddhism & Christianity in dialogue - 23 May 2009 | Geshe Tashi Tsering has been a Buddhist monk since he was a teenager. He claims that fulfillment in life involves shedding negative mental states and embracing the enlightened understanding of Buddhism. We are the answer to our own salvation. Sunil Shivdasani is a Christian from a Hindu background. He works with Christian Vision for Men. He explains why he believes Jesus is the true way to enlightenment, why he believes in a creator God and that we need help from God to be saved. For Geshe Tashi Tsering see www.jamyang.co.uk For Sunil Shivdasani www.cvmen.org.uk For more Christian/non-Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 6 Oct 2007 Buddhism Burma and Christianity - the path of non-violence Discuss this programme at the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 23 5 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 May 2009 Angels & Demons movie - 16 May 2009 | Angels & Demons is the sequel to the film "The Da Vinci Code" - both by Dan Brown. Is Angels & Demons as controversial as Da Vinci? Probably not, but some are worried at the way it represents the Catholic Church and the science/faith debate. Justin is joined by Jesuit communications director Ged Clapson and Susan Fani of the Catholic League with their reaction to the film. Theologian & scientist David Wilkinson debates the science angle of the film with atheist Robert Stovold. For the film see www.angelsanddemons.com For Ged Clapson see www.jesuit.org.uk For the Catholic League www.catholicleague.org For David Wilkinson click here For more Christian/non-Christian debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast or via itunes Join the debate at the Premier Community | 16 5 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 9 May 2009 - Was Jesus the Jewish Messiah? - 09 May 2009 | Jesus was a Jew. Christianity owes its birth to Judaism. But did Jesus represent the fulfilment of Jewish Messianic hopes and prophecy? Jonathan Romain is Rabbi of a Reform Synagogue in Maidenhead and was recently named as one of the most influential Jews in the UK. He believes that whatever Jesus was, he was not the Messiah promised in the Old Testament. Stephen Pacht is a Messianic Jew. He believes Jesus is the Messiah the Jews were promised, but has not been recognised yet by many fellow Jews. For Rabbi Jonathan Romain www.maidenheadsynagogue.org.uk For Stephen Pacht www.jewsforjesus.org.uk For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy Unbelievable? 24 May 2008 Jesus & Jewishness: are they compatible? Rabbi Shmuley Boteach & Michael Brown debate Discuss this programme at the Premier Community | 9 5 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 2 May 2009 "Did Jesus exist?" - 02 May 2009 | While non-Christians may doubt the miracles and resurrection of Jesus, few doubt his actual existence. However, Ken Humphreys believes the evidence for Jesus' very existence is scant and that Christian belief in him is the result of "late and fake" accounts. JP Holding is a vociferous defender of Christian history and doctrine and believes Ken's scepticism is unfounded and biased. They examine the evidence both in and beyond the Gospels for Jesus' existence. For JP Holding see www.tektonics.org For Ken Humphreys see www.jesusneverexisted.com Hear more Christian/non-Christian debates at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast. If you enjoyed this programme you may also be interested in: Unbelievable? 3 May 2008 - Josh McDowell answers tough questions on the Christian faith Unbelievable? 18 Oct 2008 - Why Should I believe in Jesus? Ex-Christian Norman Hansen vs. Amy Orr-Ewing of the Zacharias Trust Discuss this programme at the Premier Community | 2 5 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 25 Apr 2009 Euthanasia - 25 April 2009 | Former UK Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt recently tabled an amendment to the Coroners and Justice Bill seeking to allow people not to be prosecuted for aiding others to die at overseas euthanasia clinics. Those who oppose Euthanasia see this is as part of a strategy to change the UK law that currently prohibits assisted suicide. In this edition of "Unbelievable?" Atheist Peer Lord Dick Taverne (Lib Dem) and Dan Boucher, Parliamentary Officer for Christian charity CARE debate the rights and wrongs of Euthanasia. Lord Taverne believes that the evidence shows Euthanasia is a caring way of dealing with those who are suffering, Dan Boucher believes it will herald a slippery slope to the devaluing of life. Hanne Stinson of the British Humanist Association and Trevor Stammers of the Christian Medical Fellowship also contribute. Should we accept the wishes of those with terminal illness that wish to die? Or are we creating a culture of death? Hear more Christian/Non-Christian debate at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast You may also be interested in listening to: Unbelievable? 12 Jan 2008 - Human Fertilisation & Embryology - are we playing God? Unbelievable? 19 Jan 2008 Abortion - pro-life vs. pro-choice. For CARE see: http://www.care.org.uk/ For the BHA see: www.humanism.org.uk For the Christian Medical Fellowship see: http://www.cmf.org.uk/ Join in the discussion at The Premier Community | 25 4 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 Apr 2009 - "I am a Christian" - Are Christians being marginalised? - 16 April 2009 | Premier is inviting Christians to sign the "I am a Christian" declaration at www.iamachristian.org.uk and stand up for their Christian faith. It's in response to the fact that over 100,000 have downloaded the National Secular Society's "Debaptism" certificate, renouncing childhood baptismal vows. There have been a number of stories that suggest Christians are being restricted form being open about their Christian faith in the public arena, and now the National Secular Society is urging that hospital chaplains should not be funded by the NHS. Premier's CEO Peter Kerridge explains why he believes the campaign will encourage Christian to be bold in their faith. Terry Sanderson of the National Secular Society explains why they want to take Christian influence out of the public sphere, while Andrea Williams of Christian Concern for Our Nation explains why she believes the rights of Christians are being challenged. Sign the declaration at www.iamachristian.org.uk For Terry Sanderson see www.secularism.org.uk For Andrea Williams see www.ccfon.org For more Christian/non-Christian debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast If you enjoyed this programme you may want to listen to Unbelievable? 2 Aug 2008 - Faith & School - do they mix? Jan Ainsworth & Andrew Copson debate. Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 16 4 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 11 Apr 2009 - Did Jesus Rise from the dead? An atheist perspective - 11 April 2009 | Steven Carr has a prolific presence on the internet as an atheist blogger and debater. He contends that the early Christians did not believe in Jesus' resurrection and that the Biblical views of resurrection are contradictory. Canon Michael Cole is a veteran defender of Christian faith and responds to Steven's criticisms of the resurrection. For Steven Carr see http://stevencarrwork.blogspot.com/ For Canon Michael Cole see http://www.nationwidechristiantrust.com For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast If you enjoyed this you may also wish to listen to Unbelievable? 10 Jun 2007 Dead or Alive: the Truth of the Resurrection Unbelievable? 8 Mar 2008 Can we trust the Gospels? Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 10 4 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 4 Apr 2009 Did Jesus rise from the dead? A Muslim perpective - 04 April 2009 | Did Jesus rise from the dead? What if he never actually died on the cross? As Easter approaches we hear from one of the best respected Muslim scholars in the world - Shabir Ally. He explains why he does not believe Jesus rose from the dead, namely because he never actually died upon the cross - he merely 'swooned'. Christian Apologist Tony Costa presents his case for the resurrection of Christ and critiques Ally's belief that Jesus did not die. For Shabir Ally visit www.islaminfo.com For Tony Costa visit www.freewebs.com/tonycosta/ Click here for the "Unbelievable?" TV debate between Michael Bird and James Crossley on Christian Origins and the Resurrection. To hear more Christian/non-Christian debates visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast If you enjoyed this programme you may wish to hear: Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the Resurrection - Evangelist Tony Costa & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate. Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 4 4 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 28 Mar 2009 "Challenging Atheist Myths" Part 2 - 28 March 2009 | Are atheists guilty of misunderstanding morality and the Bible? David Robertson is a Free Church Minister in Scotland and author of the best selling book "The Dawkins letters - Challenging atheist myths". He meets "atheist blogger" Adrian Hayter again to discuss the "myths" of Godless morality, the cruel Old Testament God and the Immoral Bible. Read Richard Morgan's testimony here (mentioned during feedback at the start of the programme) To buy "The Dawkins Letters" go to www.premier.org.uk/shopping For David Robertson see: www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk For Adrian Hayter see: http://atheistblogger.com/ For more Christian and non-Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable and get the podcast You may also be interested in the following programmes: Unbelievable? 6 Sep 2008 Christianity on trial pt 1: Can I trust the Bible? Atheist lawyer Ed Turner vs Theologian Andy Bannister Unbelievable? 5 Apr 2008 Why I became an atheist - John W Loftus in discussion with Peter May | 28 3 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 21 Mar 2009 "Challenging Atheist Myths" Part1 - 21 March 2009 | Church minister David Robertson authored a series of Open Letters to Richard Dawkins after the publication of "The God Delusion" that sought to expose the flaws in his argument and the "atheist myths" that he was guilty of. Those missives became a book called "The Dawkins Letters: Challenging atheist myths" and has propelled David into the spotlight as he addresses sceptical audiences on whether Christian belief makes sense. He debates with student Adrian Hayter also known as the "atheist blogger" online. Adrian disagrees with David's conclusions. They debate "the myth of Atheist rationality and tolerance" & "the myth of the inherent evil of religion" Tune in next week for round 2... To buy "The Dawkins Letters" go to www.premier.org.uk/shopping For David Robertson see: www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk For Adrian Hayter see: http://atheistblogger.com/ For more Christian and non-Christian discussion visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable and get the podcast You may be interested to hear the Show of 27 Dec 08 - "Bits & Bobs end of year special" featuring David Robertson Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 21 3 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 14 Mar 2009 Fine Tuning of the Universe - 14 March 2009 | The most recent scientific evidence shows that the universe had to be incredibly "fine tuned" in its fundamental constants to allow life. Is this the ultimate proof of a designer God? Nicholas Beale believes so. He is the co-author of "Questions of truth" (WJK) with Christian physicist John Polkinghorne. Atheist Julian Baggini argues against Nicholas' conclusion. To order "Questions of Truth" go to www.premier.org.uk/shopping For Nicholas Beale see: www.questionsoftruth.org For Julian Baggini see: http://julianbaggini.blogspot.com/ For more Christian/Non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable where you can also get the podcast Join the discussion at the Premier Community | 14 3 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 7 Mar 2009 "The Reason for God" - Timothy Keller - 07 March 2009 | Timothy Keller started Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York in 1989. It now attracts several thousand members to worship every week. His book "The Reason for God" answers the questions he is commonly asked by sceptical New Yorkers. He engages with Atheist Norman Bacrac editor of the "Ethical Record" - a Humanist publication. They debate whether Christianity's exclusive claims are arrogant, and whether people alone can be the best judge of what is right and wrong. For Tim Keller see www.redeemer.com and www.thereasonforgod.com Order "The Reason for God" at www.premier.org.uk/shopping You can hear more Christian/Non Christian debates at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable and subscribe to the podcast If you enjoyed this progamme you may want to listen to Unbelievable? 27 Dec 2008 - Bits & Bobs end of year special: featuring Bishop Tom Wright, Timothy Keller & David Robertson Unbelievable? 26 Jan 2008 - Morality - do we need God to be Good? Gavin McGrath and Marilyn Mason Discuss this debate at the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 7 3 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 28 Feb 2009 Mormon & Christian Dialogue - 28 February 2009 | In 19th Century America Joseph Smith claimed to have been given a new revelation of God and Jesus Christ. Almost 200 years later, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints numbers more than 13 million members. Justin explores the key differences in belief between Mormons and Christians as he meets two men breaking the mould of interfaith dialogue. Robert Millet is a Mormon and professor at Brigham Young University in Salt Lake City, Utah. Greg Johnson is a Baptist pastor in the city who founded "Standing together" - an organisation aimed at building bridges of dialogue between Mormons and evangelical Christians. Listen to more Christian/Non-Christian debates at www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or subscribe via the podcast If you enjoyed this programme you may also want to listen to: Unbelievable? 8 September 2007 - Mormonism & Christianity You can visit Greg's ministry "Standing Together" at www.standingtogether.org Join the discussion in the "Unbelievable?" Group at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 28 2 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 21 Feb 2009 DNA - the fingerprints of God? - 21 February 2009 | Could the DNA that makes up the building blocks of life of every living thing on the earth be the clue to a cosmic designer? That's the view of Christian guest Perry Marshall. An electrical engineer by background, he is now a leading authority on information systems and the internet. He says that anybody who comes at the topic of how life originated from an engineering background will see that DNA is a code that needs a designer to create the information it transmits. Peter Hearty is an atheist biologist. He says that science does not work when you dispense with the search for a naturalistic explanation for the origin of DNA. Hear them both and let us have your views by email: unbelievable@premier.org.uk For Perry Marshall's site: www.cosmicfingerprints.com For Christians who disagree with intelligent design see: www.cis.org.uk To hear more Christian/non-Christian debates see www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or pod cast Join in the debate at the Premier Community http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable | 21 2 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 14 Feb 2009 "Darwin and God" - Nick Spencer - 14 February 2009 | As the world marks Darwin's bicentenary, Nick Spencer of Christian thinktank Theos and author of the book "Darwin & God" explains where Darwin actually stood in relation to belief in God. Although Darwin lost his Christian faith he was never an atheist. Atheist biologist Robert Stovold argues that Darwin's "Big Idea" paves the way to atheism. Denis Alexander of the Faraday Institute also contributes arguing that belief in God and Evolution are complementary. Order " Darwin and God" (SPCK) by Nick Spencer For more christian/non-Christian debate visit www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable or get the podcast If you enjoyed this programme you may also want to listen to: 29 Nov 2008 - Creation or Evolution - Do we have to choose? 21 Jun 2008 - Keith Ward on "The Big Questions in Science and Religion": Why Christians CAN believe in evolution. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 14 2 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 7 Feb 2009 "The Atheist's Bible" - 07 February 2009 | "The Atheist's Bible" (Duckworth & Co) has been a bestseller in the USA. It brings together a mass of quotes from atheists, agnostics and more. Its compiler Joan Konner speaks to Justin Brierley about why she put it together and her own thoughts on atheism. She interacts with Christian apologist Peter Williams whose own book "The Sceptic's Guide to Atheism" (Paternoster) has just been published. Joan and Peter debate whether atheism has some fundamental faith assumptions of its own, as Peter argues that atheistic naturalism is a self-defeating notion. Joan argues that Christianity is arrogant in its exclusive claims. For Joan Konner see: http://joanwkonner.com/ For Peter Williams see: http://www.arn.org/authors/williams.html Check out the "Unbelievable?" web page to listen to more programmes and get the podcast www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable For more Christian/atheist interactions check out - 25 Aug 2007 "Deluded by Dawkins?"; 3 Nov 2007 "The New Atheism"; 26 Jan 2008 "Do we need God to be good?" To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 7 2 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 31 Jan 2009 Christadelphianism - 31 January 2009 | On the surface Christadelphians look very similar to Christians - they read the same Bible, go to church, believe Jesus died for our sins and rose again. So what's the difference between a Christian and a Christadelphian? Justin finds out from Christadelphian Andrew Bramhill and Baptist pastor Ken Brownell. Find out why Christadelphians don't believe in the Trinity or Jesus as the Son of God in the same way that Christians do, and why they believe that baptism is a necessary part of being saved. Interested in discussion between Christians and those of other sects? Check out 8 Sep 2007 - Mormonism & Christianity; 9 Feb 2008 - Bahai faith & Christianity. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 31 1 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 24 Jan 2009 "How did Christianity begin?" Part 2 - 24 January 2009 | Justin is joined for the seond time by New Testament scholars Michael F Bird And James G Crossley. Their book "How Did Christianity begin? A believer and non-believer examine the evidence" gives rival accounts of the cause of Christianity and its beliefs. This week they debate whether Paul believed Jesus was God and whether we can trust the Gospel portrayals of him. Order the book at www.premier.org.uk/shopping For Bird see http://euangelizomai.blogspot.com/ For Crossley see http://earliestchristianhistory.blogspot.com/ To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 24 1 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 Jan 2009 "How did Christianity begin?" Part 1 - 17 January 2009 | On this week's show (17 Jan 09) two New Testament scholars go head to head. Michael Bird is a believer, James Crossley is not. They have different conclusions about how the Christian faith began and have written a dialogue in their new book "How Did Christianity Begin - a believer and non-Believer examine the evidence". In today's programme they debate whether Jesus himself beliived he was God, as revealed in the Gospels. They go onto discuss whether the bodily resurrection of Jesus is a plausible explanation for the birth of the early church. "How did Christianity begin? A believer and non-believer examine the Evidence" is published by SPCK" Order it online at www.premier.org.uk/shopping To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 17 1 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Jan 2009 The problem of suffering - Ehrman & Swinburne - 10 January 2009 | Bart Ehrman lost his faith altogether when he confronted the problem of how a loving, powerful God can allow suffering. In his new book "God's Problem" he states that the Bible contains different and unconvincing explanations to the issue. Richard Swinburne is a reknowned Christian philosopher. He answers Bart's objections with arguments from his own book "Providence and the Problem of Evil". To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 10 1 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 "Misquoting Jesus" Ehrman & Williams - 03 January 2009 | Bart Ehrman is the US author of the bestselling book "Misquoting Jesus" (In the UK "Whose word is it?"). He calls into question the authority of the New Testament as scribal changes over time have changed the documents. So can we trust the scripture? Bible scholar Peter Williams believes in the reliability of the New Testament and that Bart's prognosis is far too pessimistic. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 3 1 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Dec 2008 End of Year apologetics interview special - 27 December 2008 | A treat for the end of the year as Justin plays some exclusive content accumulated in the past year. NT Wright is among contributors to a feature answering common ojections to the resurrection of Jesus; New York Pastor Tim Keller on his book "The Reason for God"; and David Robertson author of "The Dawkins Letters". Happy new year! To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 27 12 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 20 Dec 2008 The Virgin Birth - for & against - 20 December 2008 | Canon Michael Sayward believes that the Virgin Conception is an attested historical fact, and an essential doctrine for Christian belief. Unitarian minister Sarah Tinker believes it to be a "beautiful myth" that should not be taken literally. They debate and we hear listener phone calls, response to the last few weeks of programming as well as tackling the "Jesus is a plagiarism of Pagan Gods" argument. Get involved in the discussion at: www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable/forum/topics/virgin-birth-fact-or-fiction For more defense of the Christmas story see the show of 22 Dec 07 To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 20 12 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Dec 2008 Atheist Christmas Comedy - Robin Ince & James Cary - 13 December 2008 | Stand up comedian Robin Ince is hosting "A rational celebration of Christmas". Ricky Gervais and Richard Dawkins are among many other atheists on the bill. Comedy writer and Christian James Cary discusses with Robin whether Christianity and belief in God is irrational.. and there's plenty of jokes along the way.. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 13 12 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Dec 2008 Christian Zionism, Israel & the Church - 06 December 2008 | Does God have a continuing special convenant relationship with Jewish people? Should Christians be especially concerned for Israel? Two Christians with very different views tackle this week's subject. Revd Stephen Sizer has written extensively against "Christian Zionism", whereas Geoffrey Smith believes God still has a special relationship with Israel. What do you think? Have your say on this discussion on Premier Community For Stephen Sizer see www.stephensizer.com or www.christianzionism.org For Geoffrey Smith see www.cfi.org.uk For Unbelievable discussions between Christians and Jews see 24 May 08 & 04 Aug 07 To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 6 12 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 Nov 2008 Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose? - 29 November 2008 | Denis Alexander is the author of "Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose?" - his answer is "no". Denis believes Darwin's theory is perfectly compatible with belief in the creator God of the Bible. Stephen Lloyd of Biblical Creation Ministries disagrees - he says that the Gospel itself depends on the Adam and Eve story being literally true. Buy "Creation or Evolution- do we have to choose?" at www.premier.org.uk/shopping For Theistic Evolution visit www.cis.org.uk For Creationism visit www.biblicalcreationministries.org.uk If you enjoyed this programme you can find similar topics in our archive - 30 Aug 08; 21 Jun 08; 16 Feb 08; 13 Oct 08 To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 29 11 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 22 Nov 2008 Pagan and Christian dialogue - 22 November 2008 | What do Pagans believe? We find out from Mike Stygal of the Pagan Federation in London. What approach should Christian take when it come to sharing faith and understanding the way pagans see the world? Nick Stead and Steve Hollinghusrst regularly engage with Pagans at New Age Fairs. For Nick Stead and the London City Mission see www.lcm.org.uk For the Pagan Federation London see www.pflondon.org For the Church Army see www.churcharmy.org.uk To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 22 11 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 Islam and the Trinity - 15 November 2008 | Christian apologist James White believes that the God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit is present in the pages of the Bible. Muslim Abdullah Al Andalusi believes that a Trinitarian God is a contradiction in terms. They debate whether it makes sense and whether the Bible supports it. For James White see www.aomin.org For Abdullah see www.youtube.com/mujtahid2006 To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 15 11 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 Richard Dawkins & John Lennox debate - 08 November 2008 | Atheist Professor Richard Dawkins and Christian Professor John Lennox recently met in Oxford to debate whether Science has buried God. The discussion was sponsored by The Fixed Point Foundation. Justin Brierley was there, taking interviews with them both and those who watched. He presents a review of the debate with the interviews. To order the DVD visit www.fixed-point.org For John Lennox's book "God's Undertaker - has science buried God?" visit www.premier.org.uk/shop To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 8 11 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 Nov 2008 The Atheist Bus Campaign - 01 November 2008 | Atheists are funding a campaign that will see London buses bearing the poster "There is probably no god. Now stop worrying and get on with your life". Its the brainchild of Ariane Sherine and has been backed by Richard Dawkins. We discuss the campaign, whether there really is no God and what it means for morality if there isn't. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 1 11 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 25 Oct 2008 Is religion responsible for war? - 25 October 2008 | Atheist Ed Turner, in common with the new atheists, believes that religion is bad for the world because of the conflict it causes across the world. Historian and Christian Meic Pearse who wrote the bestseller "Why the rest hates the West" says that a proper understanding of history shows the opposite - that secular regimes are bad for the world. Order Meic's new book "The Gods of War" at www.premier.org.uk/shop To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 25 10 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 Oct 2008 Why should I believe in Jesus? Amy Orr Ewing - 18 October 2008 | Norman Hansen lost his faith partly because of coming to doubt the historical reliability of the Bible and Jesus. Amy Orr-Ewing spends her time defending the Bible around the world -she says belief in Jesus is perfectly rational. For more info on Amy's ministry www.zactrust.org To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 18 10 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 11 Oct 2008 The Alpha Course - atheist/Christian dialogue - 11 October 2008 | The Alpha Course has become the most successful evangelistic course around the world. Atheist Michael Marsden went on the course at Holy Trinity Brompton - he didn't become a Christian and explains why. Church pastor Nigel Desborough defends the course and its value. Book mention - Timothy Keller - "The Reason For God". Pub. Hodder & Stoughton To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 11 10 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 4 Oct 2008 Does Islam oppress women? - 04 October 2008 | Many Islamic women wear veils or even full coverings. What does the Koran teach about women? Are they oppressed in Islam? What about the Biblical treatment of women? Christian Evangelist Jay Smith and Mohamed Ali of the Islam channel debate. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 4 10 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Sep 2008 Zoroastrianism - 27 September 2008 | Justin is joined by Zoroastrian priest Rostam Bhedwar, Almut Hintze who has studied the religion extensively and Omar Ralf, the Premier listener who sparked this discussion. Richard Sudworth of the Church Mission Society also joins in to explore the essential differences between Christianity and Zoroastrianism. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 27 9 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 20 Sep 2008 Infidel Guy show link up - 20 September 2008 | In what could be a radio first, "Unbelievable?" links up with "The Infidel Guy" show and talks to its atheist host Reginald Finley. They debate the question: "Which makes more sense: Atheism or Christianity?". See the Infidel Guy's website at www.infidelguy.com To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 20 9 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Sep 2008 Christianity on Trial - Part 2 - 13 September 2008 | Atheist lawyer Ed Turner and Theologian Andy Bannister return to debate whether Jesus and the Bible are a good guide for morality. Ed believes that certain episodes in the Gospels suggest Jesus is actually an evil person. Andy defends Jesus, the gospel and Christian ethics. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 13 9 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Sep 2008 Christianity on Trial - Part 1 - 06 September 2008 | Ed Turner is a lawyer from Liverpool who contacted the programme saying he wants to put Christianity and the Bible on Trial. In this programme he presents his case against trusting the scriptural accounts. Andy Bannister in defence believes that the Bible is a historically valid document. Continued next week... To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 6 9 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 30 Aug 2008 Darwin vs Design - 30 August 2008 | Well known USA Intelligent Design advocate Tom Woodward takes on the National Secular Society's science representative Pete Hearty. Does the new evidence in biological science point towards an ultimate creator? Other guests also join the fray... To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 30 8 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 Aug 2008 Why there IS a God - Keith Ward - 23 August 2008 | Former Regius professor of Divinity at Oxford University Keith Ward has written a response book to The God Delusion on why Dawkins' philosophical arguments against God are wrong. Atheist scientist Robert Stovold defends Dawkins "naturalism" view. To buy Ward's book "Why there almost certainly is a God" go to http://shop.premier.org.uk/ To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 23 8 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 Aug 2008 Disappointment with Church - 16 August 2008 | Jonathan Castro runs an anti-church website. He believes in Christianity but says he has never felt like he has connected with God, and certainly not in church. Find out if Pastor Nigel Desborough of Forest Hill Community Church has any words of help for him. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 16 8 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 9 Aug 2008 Norman Geisler - American Masters of Apologetics pt 4 - 09 August 2008 | An in depth interview with veteran apologist Norman Geisler who co-founded the Southern Evangleical Seminary in North Carolina. Miracles, Jesus, the Bible, inerrancy and apparent contradictions all come under the spotlight. The last in the series interviewing ket Christian thinkers from the States. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 9 8 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 2 Aug 2008 Faith & School - do they mix? - 02 August 2008 | Should the Government fund schools that promote Christianity? Church of England spokesperson on Education Jan Ainsworth says that a faith ethos is a good thing for a school. Andrew Copson of the British Humanist Association says that's not true. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 2 8 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Jul 2008 Alvin Plantinga - American Masters of Apologetics pt 3 - 26 July 2008 | Justin is joined by seasoned Christian philosopher Alvin Plantinga as they explore the problem of Evil and why Dawkins should have stuck to biology. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 26 7 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Jul 2008 William Lane Craig - American Masters of Apologetics pt 2 - 19 July 2008 | Justin continues his chats across the pond during July as he interviews William Lane Craig, one of the wrold's foremost Christian aoplogists and philosophers. His book "Reasonable Faith" now in its 3rd edition is a staple part of any Apologetics library. Order it at the Premier shop www.premier.org.uk/shop To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 19 7 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 Gary Habermas - American Masters of Apologetics pt 1 - 12 July 2008 | In a break with the usual format of the show, Justin begins a series of in depth interviews with some of today's leading State-side Christian thinkers and defenders of the Faith. Gary Habermas is a world authority on the resurrection of Jesus. He presents his method for establishing the truth of the risen Christ. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 12 7 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Jul 2008 Islam & Christianity -which is more relevant to Britain? - 05 July 2008 | Muslim guests Adnan Rashid and Hamza Tzsortist join Justin Brierley as they defend Islam's record and suitability for Britain against Christian evangelist and apologist Jay Smith and Beth Grove. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 5 7 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 28 Jun 2008 Communism & Christianity - 28 June 2008 | Justin is joined by atheist Jack Conrad of the Communist Party of Great Britain. He says belief in God is a relic of the past. Jonathan Bartley argues that Jesus Christ and the message He brought is the real answer to the Communist's hopes and dreams. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 28 6 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 21 Jun 2008 A Case for theistic evolution - Keith Ward - 21 June 2008 | Keith Ward, former Regius Professor of Divinity at Oxford University and priest in the Church of England explains why as a "theistic evolutionist" he believes Evolution and belief in God are compatible. Atheist Scientist Robert Stovold holds that there is no reason to believe in God alongside evolution. You can find Keith's book "The Big Questions in Science and Religion" at http://shop.premier.org.uk/ To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 21 6 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 14 Jun 2008 Defending Biblical innerancy - 14 June 2008 | Justin is joined by Dr. Alex McFarland of the Southern Evangelical Seminary in North Carolina, USA. He defends the Bible as being error and contradiction free in its entirety. Non-believer Stephen Pilcher throws up some of the difficulties he has come across in the Bible, challenging Dr. McFarland to answer them. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 13 6 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 7 Jun 2008 Angels - 07 June 2008 | In her book "Angels in My Hair" Lorna Byrne claims to have been able to see and speak to angels since childhood. Is her gift for real? Is it Christian? She says yes. Faith Forster chats with her about her view of angels and whether it matches the Bible. Revd John Woolmer, an authority on angelic experiences also contributes. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 7 6 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 31 May 2008 Sikhism - 31 May 2008 | GB Singh explains his own brand of Sikh belief and why he doesn't trust Christianity or the Bible. Rana Johal is a Christian convert from Sikhism. He believes that Sihkism's ultimate spiritual quest is answered by Jesus. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 31 5 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 24 May 2008 Jesus & Jewishness - 24 May 2008 | Rabbi Shmuley Boteach has been dubbed "America's most famous Rabbi". Michael Brown is one of the foremost proponents of Messianic Christianity. Fresh from debates in London and Oxford they discuss whether Jesus is the only way to God, and the fulfilment of Messianic hopes. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 24 5 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 May 2008 Todd Bentley and the Lakeland 'revival' - 17 May 2008 | Justin is joined again by Charismatic Christian Gerald Coates, "Cessationist" Christian Mark Johnston and agnostic skeptic Stephen Pilcher. They discuss the healing revival occuring in Lakeland Florida under the ministry of Todd Bentley and claims of the miraculous. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 17 5 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 May 2008 The gift of tongues - faith or fake? - 10 May 2008 | The first of two shows dealing with Charismatic gifts of the Spirit. Gerald Coates is church leader of the pioneer network of Charismatic chuches, speaking in tongues is a daily reality for him. Mark Johnston is "Cessationist" minister in London he says the Gift of tongues passed away with the close of scripture. Stephen Pilcher is an agnostic skeptic who says that its all in the mind... A fascinating discussion. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 10 5 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 May 2008 Josh McDowell answers tough questions - 03 May 2008 | Famed US apologist Josh McDowell engages with sceptic Ciaran O Pronntaigh over questions such as "how can we belive Jesus was the son of God?". Also includes listener feedback on the last two weeks of programming. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 3 5 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the resurrection - 26 April 2008 | Canadian apologist Tony Costa says there are 5 key reasons that lock together to prove the resurrection of Jesus. He debates sceptic Ken Humphreys. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 26 4 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Apr 2008 Philosophical problems with God - 19 April 2008 | Justin is joined by Atheist philosopher Peter Cave as they discuss chapters from his book "Can a Robot be Human?" that ask difficult questions of Christian belief. Christian Philosopher Peter S Williams defends faith in God. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 19 4 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Apr 2008 "Why I became an atheist" Part 2 - John Loftus & Peter May - 12 April 2008 | Atheist John Loftus and Christian Peter May discuss whether people choose whatb they believe or whether religion is down to where you are born in the world. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 12 4 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Apr 2008 "Why I became an atheist" Part 1 - John Loftus & Peter May - 05 April 2008 | Justin meets John W Loftus. Once a passionate Christian, he's now a militant atheist. Find out why he lost his faith and his conversation with Christian apologist Peter May. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 5 4 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 Mar 2008 Did Jesus prophecy the Bahai faith? - 29 March 2008 | In his book "Letter to the Christians" Jeremy Fox, argues that Baha'u'llah the founder of the Baha'i faith is the second coming of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in the New Testament. Robin Thomson of South Asian Concern argues against this interpretation of scripture. For more on the Baha'i faith listen to the episode of Unbelievable of 9 Feb. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 29 3 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 22 Mar 2008 Easter & the atonement - 22 March 2008 | Atheist Marilyn Mason says that the idea of God punishing his son for the sins of others is unjust, bizarre and immoral. Roger Forster of the Ichthus Christian Fellowship explains what he believes happened on Good Friday. Muslim guest Nazam Guffoor also contributes. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 22 3 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 Mar 2008 Christian Universalism - will all be saved? - 15 March 2008 | Eric Stetson of the Christian Universalist Aosociation claims the Bible says everybody will ultimately be saved. Gregory Macdonald is a high profile evangelical going under a pen name who has written a book supporting Universalism. He joins us with a disguised voice. Dan Strange of Oakhill Theological college argues against them both saying their views are a dangerous distortion of scripture. | 15 3 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 Mar 2008 Can We Trust the Gospels? Updated - 08 March 2008 | Norman Hansen is an atheist. He says the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are mythology passed off as fact. But Christian scholar Andy Bannister says that we have all the evidence we need to trust them. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 8 3 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 Mar 2008 Sharia Law in the UK - 01 March 2008 | Catherine Heseltine is a convert to Islam and represents the Muslim Public Affairs Committee.Beth Grove is a Christian who has made a study of women's issues in Islam.They discuss the pros and cons of Sharia in the UK. Abdulhaq of Brixton Mosque and evangelist Jay Smith join in the debate too. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 1 3 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 Feb 2008 New Age Spirituality - 23 February 2008 | Beverley Alfred, a reiki healer says her spiritual path has led her away from organised religion towards Alternative Spirituality. Sally Coleman runs a Christian stall at New Age fairs and engages with Beverley on New Age and Christian belief. We also hear some of the varied spiritual options on display London's Mind, Body, Spirit fair last year. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 23 2 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 Feb 2008 Noah and the Flood - did it happen? - 16 February 2008 | Creationist David Rosevear says that recent science suggests a global flood did occur, and that Christians should read Genesis literally. Atheist Robert Stovold contends that creationists routinely warp the facts to suit their agenda. Geogologist Gregg Marshall and Christian evolutionist Michael Roberts also contribute. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 16 2 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 9 Feb 2008 Bahai Faith & Christianity - 09 February 2008 | Barney Leith explains why he believes Bahá’u’lláh the founder of Bahai faith was the ultimate manifestation of God in human form. Sunil Shivdasani argues that Jesus is the only true revelation of God in human flesh, and is joined by Eric Stetson who converted to Christian Universalism from Bahai faith. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 9 2 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 2 Feb 2008 Positive atheism? - 02 February 2008 | David Vernon explains why he thinks that being an atheist is a positive thing. Anna Robbins of the London School of Theology questions whether we can really find meaning without God. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 2 2 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 26 Jan 2008 Morality - do we need God to be Good? - 26 January 2008 | Marilyn Mason, a humanist and Gavin McGrath, a Christian, join Justin as they discuss where they get their sense of "right and wrong" from. Gavin says that without God we can't make sense of morality - Marilyn disagrees. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 26 1 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 19 Jan 2008 Abortion - 19 January 2008 | If passed, the HFE Bill could entail big changes to abortion law. With 600 abortions carried out every day Dan Boucher of CARE explains why he believes the law needs to change. Pro-choice advocate Dr. Wendy Savage argues that a woman's right to choose should come first. For more on the HFE Bill visit www.premier.org.uk/getinvolved/campaigns To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 19 1 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 12 Jan 2008 Embryology and medicine - 12 January 2008 | The HFE Bill going through Parliament will allow the creation of animal-human "hybrid" embryos. Lord David Alton says respect for human life is being trampled on. MP Ian Gibson says that it will allow medical progress. With contributions from Andrew Fergusson of the Christian Medical Fellowship. For more info visit www.premier.org.uk/getinvolved/campaigns To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 12 1 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 5 Jan 2008 Freemasonry & Christianity - serving two masters? - 05 January 2008 | Michael Donovan is a committed evangelical Christian. He is also a Freemason. Doug Harris of the Reachout Trust believes that being a Freemason and a Christian are incompatible. They join Justin as he asks whether Freemasonry is a religion, what it says about God, and whether Christians should be involved in secret societies. For more info on the Reachout Trust visit www.reachouttrust.org To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 5 1 08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 Dec 2007 - End of year highlights - 29 December 2007 | Justin Brierley presents segments of some of the varied discussions and debates between Christians and non-Christians across the past year. Featuring Muslim, Hindu, Mormon, atheist and agnostic guests being pesented with the claims of Christianity. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 29 12 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 22 Dec 2007 - Did Christians steal Christmas? - 22 December 2007 | Justin is joined by atheist Robert Stovold who claims that Christians stole Christmas! He says the Gospel stories are nothing more that a re-hashing of similar pagan legends. Doug Harris of the Reachout Trust says that's ridiculous and will be going head to head with Robert to defend the Christmas story. Guests Ken Humphreys and Anthony McRoy also join the fray. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 22 12 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 Dec 2007 - Islamic Jihad & terrorism - 15 December 2007 | Patrick Sookhdeo of the Barnabus Fund claims in his book "Global Jihad" that Islam needs to abandon scriptures advocating offensive Jihad. Hamza A Bajwa of The Muslim Weekly says Patrick does not fully understand Jihad or Islam. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 15 12 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 Dec 2007 - Response to "The Golden Compass" movie - 08 December 2007 | Justin Brierley adresses the controversial children's blockbuster "The Golden Compass" that was released at cinemas this week. Some groups claim that it is atheist propaganda aimed at misrepresenting Christianity to children. Justin is joined by Jason Gardner of the London Institute of Contemporary Christianity and Andrew Copson of the British Humanist Association. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 8 12 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 Dec 2007 - Jewish/Christian dialogue on Grace - 01 December 2007 | Rabbi Reuben Livingstone and Alex Jacob of the Churches Ministry among Jewish People discuss Salvation. Reuben believes our righteous acts and knowledge of God bring salvation, Alex believes in Salvation by Grace through faith in Jesus. With contributions from Messianic Jew Richard Harvey and Pastor Ken Brownell of East London Tabernacle. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 1 12 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 24 Nov 2007 - The atheist who sold his soul on ebay - 24 November 2007 | Atheist Hemant Mehta offered to go to church for the highest bidder on eBay. In the end he visited 15 churches, large and small, and wrote about his experiences for good and bad. Tom Price of the Damaris Trust chats with Hemant about his view of churches and faith. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 24 11 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 17 Nov 2007 - Are miracles evidence for God? - 17 November 2007 | Agnostic sceptic Stephen Pilcher believes that Christian claims to healing are tricks of the mind. Can John Ryeland of the Christian Healing Mission persuade him differently? Also features personal stories from people who claim to have been miraculously healed. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 16 11 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Nov 2007 - A "proxy" atheist explains why he can't believe - 10 November 2007 | Nick Pandolfi is a radio presenter and newspaper columnist. He says Religion has been the cause of war and conflict, and Christians can't agree on what they believe. Peter Williams of the Damaris Trust speaks on behalf of faith in Jesus. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 10 11 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 3 Nov 2007 - The New Atheism - 03 November 2007 | Christianity is under attack as never before by a wave of militant atheists, led by Richard Dawkins. Atheist Barry Duke is all in favour of it, while Christian David Marshall's book "The Truth behind the new Atheism" rejects it. They join Justin on the show as he asks whether Christianity is really as bad as the New Atheists are making out. Buy "The truth behind the New Atheism" at www.premier.org.uk/shop To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 3 11 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 27 Oct 2007 - Top reasons for belief - 27 October 2007 | Justin finds out about the results of a belief survey that asked Christians for their top reasons for believing in God and Christianity. He's joined by Father John Twisleton and Lawyer James Dingemans who compiled the results of the survey, as well as some of the respondents. You can read the results and access the TV interview at www.premier.org.uk/belief To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 27 10 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 13 Oct 2007 - John Lennox debates science & God - 13 October 2007 | Fresh from a US TV debate with Richard Dawkins, Oxford Professor Dr. John Lennox engages with atheist scientist Robert Stovold. Lennox, who is a Christian, asserts in his book "God's Undertaker - Has science buried God?" that science and philosophy show evidence of a divine designer. Robert Stovold says the methodology of science is incompatible with such belief. Buy Dr. Lennox's book at www.premier.org.uk/shop To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 13 10 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 6 Oct 2007 - Buddhism, Burma and Christianity - 06 October 2007 | As peaceful demonstrations by thousands of Buddhist monks have been brutally quashed by the military dictatorship in Burma, Justin Brierley is joined by Buddhist Alison Murdoch as she explains the thought behind the pacifist approach. Nick Spencer of Christian think-tank Theos also joins the discussion, along with Quaker Michael Bartlett. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 5 10 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 29 Sep 2007 - New Age views of Jesus - 29 September 2007 | Melanie Henry believes she has found her own spiritual path through life. Its a mixture of New Age and spiritual principles, some taken from the words of Jesus. Pastor Matt Frost asks Melanie whether there is more to Jesus - was he the Son of God, can he forgive sin and does it matter? With contributions from Pastor Kurt Erickson. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 28 9 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 22 Sep 2007 - The Alpha Course - 22 September 2007 | As a new "term" of Alpha begins, Justin is joined by Mark Elsdon-Dew, Communications Director for Alpha. They discuss the success of the course in introducing people to the Christian faith, and how churches can run it effectively. With contributions from Jamie Hinde and Jerry Field, who both converted through the Alpha Course, and Nigel Desborough, a church pastor who regularly runs the programme. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 21 9 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 15 Sep 2007 - Yoga and Christianity - 15 September 2007 | Two Christian ministers in Taunton made the news recently when they refused a Yoga instructor the use of their church halls. Some have labelled their actions narrow-minded and intolerant. We discuss whether it's ok for Christians to be involved with Yoga. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 14 9 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 8 Sep 2007 - Mormonism - 08 September 2007 | The church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, known commonly as the Mormon church claim thirteen million members worldwide. David Fewster who represents the Mormon church in the UK answers listener emails and phone messages as we look at what Mormons believe about God, Jesus, the book of mormon, their founder Joseph Smith and polygamy. Meanwhile Evangelical Christian theologian Anthony McRoy sets forth Christian doctrine. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 7 9 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 1 Sep 2007 - Paganism discussion - 01 September 2007 | Jason Johns practises Wicca and Shamanism - he's also happy to call himself a Christian. But can Pagan beliefs be combined with Christianity? Matt Frost, pastor of City Gates Church Soho discusses God, Jesus and the New Age with Jason. Contributions also from evangelist Steve Hollinghurst and New Age practitioner Heather Prince. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 31 8 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 25 Aug 2007 - God Delusion debate - 25 August 2007 | Andrew Wilson's new book claims to have debunked Richard Dawkins' arguments against God. He goes head to head with atheist Gordon Livesey as they discuss The God Delusion and whether people are really being deluded by Dawkins' arguments. You can purchase a copy of "Deluded by Dawkins?" at www.premier.org.uk/shop To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 24 8 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 18 Aug 2007 - Atheist and Christian bloggers discuss - 18 August 2007 | THE CORRECT AUDIO HAS BEEN ADDED TO THIS PODCAST Ian Thorpe is an atheist and Jenni Hutchinson a Christian. They got chatting about faith after bumping into each other on the internet. They discuss whether the church is having a beneficial effect on society, Ian's concerns over "fundamentalism" and whether you need to believe in God to be good. See Ian's blog at http://machiavelli.blog.co.uk/See Jenni's blog at http://vieira.blog.co.uk/ To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable.Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 18 8 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 11 Aug 2007 - Reiki healing - 11 August 2007 | Many people are turning to the New Age movement in search of spiritual answers. Justin is joined by Reiki healer Beverly Alfred and Christian communicator Mike Simmonds of Viz a Viz ministries. Beverly believes there are many paths to God, Mike says that Jesus is the only way. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 10 8 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 4 Aug 2007 - Jesus and Judaism - 04 August 2007 | Jesus was a Jew - but what about the movement he started? Orthodox Rabbi Reuben Livingstone and Alex Jacob from the Churches Ministry among Jewish people debate how Christianity relates to Judaism and whether it is a continuation of it or something new. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 3 8 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 28 Jul 2007 - Christian vs "spiritual" healing - 28 July 2007 | Jesus was a healer, but what do we believe about healing and how it operates? Spiritual healer David Cunnigham is not a Christian - he says that Divine energy is channelled when he heals people. John Ryeland runs the Christian Healing Mission and says that Jesus is responsible for the physical healing that takes place there. Guests contribute with stories of healing on both sides of the discussion.You can watch the TV interview here. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 27 7 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 21 Jul 2007 - Forgiveness - 21 July 2007 | Justin is joined by Peter Saunders from the National Association for People Abused in Childhood and Steve Goss of "Freedom in Christ" ministries as they discuss forgiveness and "moving on" from hurt, in particular childhood abuse. Do Christians always have to forgive? What's the point? For more info on NAPAC: www.napac.org.uk or phone 08000 853 330. For more info on "Freedom In Christ": www.ficm.org.uk. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 20 7 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 14 Jul 2007 - Hindu & Christian concepts of God - 14 July 2007 | Paul Gutteridge pastors the Christian Growth Centre, and loves chatting with people of other faiths and points of view. He chats to Hindu Rohit Saxena about the similarities and differences in the way they see God. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 13 7 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 7 Jul 2007 - Does the Koran justify terrorism? - 07 July 2007 | Justin is joined by Ibrahim Mogra of the Muslim Council of Britain and Christan evangelist Jay Smith as they discuss what drives young muslim radicals to become terrorists. Jay says that the Koran needs to be re-interpreted to prevent these acts; Ibrahim argues that the Muslim commuity is already doing a great deal to stop the terrorism in its tracks. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 6 7 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 30 Jun 2007 - Is evangelical Christianity exclusivist? - 30 June 2007 | Sean Brickell, a lapsed Catholic, has come into contact with evangelical Christians and disgrees with their attitude to being "born again" and sex before marriage. So, are evangelicals too straight-jacketed? Matt Frost leads a church of young, single evangelicals and chats with Sean about the different way they view things. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 29 6 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 23 Jun 2007 - God's existence, free will & faith - 23 June 2007 | Justin Brierley is joined by Jonathan Hill, author of "The Big Questions". The book tackles some of the biggest philosophical questions to do with the existence of God, free-will and faith. What can we learn from the way Christians down the ages have attempted to answer these questions? With guests Tim Mawson of Oxford University and Jim Paul of the L'Abri fellowship in Hampshire. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 22 6 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 16 Jun 2007 - Mosques in the UK - 16 June 2007 | Recent media reports claim that mosques are indoctrinating young men in militant Islam - but is that true? Justin is joined by Abduraheem Green of London Central Mosque and Alan Craig of the Christian People's Alliance, who differ over the dangers posed by mosques. Special guests also contribute. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 15 6 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 10 Jun 2007 - The resurrection - 10 June 2007 | Daniel Clark has authored a book that says Christians have good grounds for believing in the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. We find out why, as well as hearing from Andy Bannister of the London School of Theology and Bishop John Austin Baker as they bring their wisdom to bear on the subject. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 9 6 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unbelievable? 2 Jun 2007 - Does Christianity enslave? - 02 June 2007 | Duncan Rossiter runs an atheist website. He says that Christinaity enslaves people. Find out why he has a problem with the idea of God and whether Christian evangelist Paul Clarke can persuade him that faith in Christ sets people free. To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable. Join the discussion on the Premier Community www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable. | 1 6 07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Customer Reviews
Unbelievable? - yes
A very informative insight into the Christian mindset, that makes me so glad that I am an atheist
A wonderful insight into the minds of the religious
I started listening to this podcast after hearing about a few atheist v christian debates that they held. However, I've found the debates where they get different religious folk into the room together to be by far the most entertaining. The episode regarding interfaith week was fascinating. The different brands (and occasionally sub-brands) of religion loathe and despise each other more than they hate the atheists. That these people can get so furiously worked up against each other by their blind devotion to their own brand of dogma is profoundly sad.
Great.
A refreshing and balanced look at a wide range of religious questions and beliefs, with all schools of thought given equal opportunity to air their views.
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