#95 Did it really happen? Questions on the reliability of the Bible
How should we approach historical scholarship that undermines the Bible? Was early Christian persecution exaggerated? Did saints really rise from their graves as Matthew 27 claims?· Support the show – give from the USA or UK & Rest of the world·...
#94 Forgiveness - Is there an unforgivable sin? Can I forfeit God‘s forgiveness?
Why don't we get a second chance at forgiveness when we die? Is God's forgiveness dependent on us forgiving others? Is blaspheming the Holy Spirit unforgivable?· Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get the show e-book)· For...
#93 Gendered language and God as ‘father‘
Why does the Bible use gendered language? Can I trust God as father when I was abused by mine? Should we pray to Jesus the son or God the father? Tom tackles these and more Qs.· Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get the s...
#92 Why are people evil? Could God be evil?
Why are some people so totally evil? Is it possible that God could be evil? Will Satan and Jesus become friends again? Tom answers these and more questions from listeners on the subject of evil.· Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the wo...
#91 Tom‘s problems with Platonism
NT Wright frequently mentions the problem of Christianity being infected by Platonism. But what does that mean? And what about parts of the New Testament that seem quite... Platonic? Tom answers listener Qs on the subject· Support the show – give fro...
#90 Galatians, Tom vs Luther and gender
Tom has recently had a major new commentary on Galatians published. Justin talks to him about it and poses question from listeners about aspects of Galatians, including the fruits of the Spirit, whether gender will exist in the new creation, and wher...
#89 Audience Q&A on Paul: A Biography
Tom Wright takes audience questions on the person of Paul and is theogloy in part 3 of an event by SPCK to mark the publication of Paul: A Biography in 2018.Watch the video: https://youtu.be/6Dv2vewlFyI For the Confident Christianity Course: http:/...
#88 Martin Bashir interviews NT Wright on Paul
Tom Wright speaks to Martin Bashir about Paul and the church in Part 2 of an event by SPCK to mark the publication of Paul: A Biography in 2018.Watch the video: https://youtu.be/6Dv2vewlFyI For the Confident Christianity Course: http://www.premier.o...
#87 Who was the Apostle Paul and why does he still matter?
Tom Wright talks about the life and legacy of the apostle Paul in front of an audience at Westminster Central Hall, London. The lecture was part of an event by SPCK to mark the publication of Paul: A Biography in 2018.Watch the video: https://youtu.b...
#86 Deconstructing faith and answering atheism
Are altar calls too simplistic? I'm deconstructing help!... Can my atheist friend take the high ground on morality? Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get the show e-book)· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draw...
#85 Should I have a vasectomy? And other family questions
Is using punishments on children a form of coercion? What do you think about contraceptives? What children's resources would you recommend?Resources mentioned in the show:Youth & Childrens Work https://www.youthandchildrens.work/ Sally Lloyd-Jon...
#84 Why did Jesus have to die? What did it achieve?
Is saying Jesus 'had to die' putting a limit on God's forgiveness? And if Jesus defeated sin why does the world still look so bad? Tom answers these and other listener questions. Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get the...
#83 How do I feel God‘s presence?
Why don't I feel the presence of God? Should I have had a road-to-Damascus conversion like Paul? What should I do about my feelings of shame? Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get the show e-book)· For bonus content,...
#82 Disappointed by church
Tom comments on the Jonathan Fletcher scandal and answers questions from people disappointed by their church response to Covid and a new Christian who has struggled to find a welcome. Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get...
#81 Do Jewish people need Jesus?
Are Jews saved under the old covenant? How should I share my faith with Jewish people today? Does the Bible endorse Zionism? Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get the show e-book)· For bonus content, the newsletter,...