All Unbelievable? articles – Page 32
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ShowsUnbelievable? Should Christians save sex for marriage? Dianna E Anderson & Sarah Long
Most evangelical churches teach young people that sex should be saved for marriage. But Dianna E Anderson’s book ‘Damaged Goods’ claims that the purity culture of the American church she grew up in can be damaging for young people and that sexual relationships before marriage are permissible for Christians.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Does the problem of evil presuppose God? Josh Parikh vs Cory Markum
The problem of evil and suffering is a key objection to the existence of a loving God. But what if the very existence of moral ‘evil’ requires a God?
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ShowsUnbelievable? Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God? Joseph Cumming & Nabeel Qureshi
A Wheaton college professor was recently threatened with dismissal after claiming that Muslims and Christians worship the same God.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Was Christopher Hitchens right about religion? Peter Hitchens, Ed Turner & Peter Harris (plus Unbelievable? 2016 announced)
Until his death from cancer over four years ago, Christopher Hitchens was one of the preeminent figures of new atheism: a prolific writer who was eloquent, witty and in great demand for his speaking and debating.
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Article5 ways to reach poorer communities with the gospel
In February, the Bishop of Burnley accused the Church of England of not investing enough money in poorer areas. Pastor of Ignite Elim Church Darren Edwards assesses the claim that the Church only cares about the rich, and suggests five ways for Christians to better reach poorer communities
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Article10 reasons why Christians should thank Richard Dawkins
Christians are often upset by Richard Dawkins. But Heather Tomlinson believes we also have many reasons to thank the controversial atheist
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ShowsUnbelievable? From Christian to Jewish to atheist – Luke Griffiss-Williams & Richard Harvey
Luke Griffiss-Williams has an interesting faith journey. Having been an evangelical Christian, doubts about the deity of Jesus led him to convert to Judaism. But further doubts about the historicity of the Old Testament led him to become an atheist.
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Article5 historical figures you (probably) didn’t know were Christians
Christianity has defined the history of the Western world. Although churchgoing has been the norm for centuries, the following key figures’ faith was also an important part of their life and work
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ShowsUnbelievable? Are Christians happier than atheists? Ann Morisy & Craig James
The latest survey from the UK Office of National Statistics shows that religious people are happier than atheists. http://www.premier.org.uk/News/UK/Christians-more-happy-than-atheists
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ShowsUnbelievable? Is belief in Divine punishment good or bad for us? Dominic Johnson and Peter S Williams
Dominic Johnson’s new book ‘God is Watching You: How the fear of God makes us human’ makes the claim that belief in divine punishment has arisen because of the evolutionary advantage it brings in creating cooperative, moral societies.
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ArticleISIS told me to convert to Islam or die, but I would not denounce Jesus
Abu Fadi from Mosul in Iraq explains what happened when ISIS caught him
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Shows
A Christian & an Atheist debate the purpose of suffering
Atheist philosopher, Julian Baggini and Christian apologist, Vince Vitale sat down with Justin Brierley to share their perspectives on the purpose of suffering.
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Article3 things that keep men out of the Church
Daniel Rodger converted from atheism to Christianity in his early 20s. He identifies three reasons why young men think they don’t need God
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ShowsUnbelievable? Devil’s Advocate Debate - Michael Ruse the theist vs Randal Rauser the atheist
It’s sometimes said that the best way to understands your opponent’s position is to put yourself in their shoes. Justin hosts an unusual edition of the show, in which his Christian and atheist guests swap roles.
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ShowsUnbelievable? Is gay marriage bad for children? Bobby Lopez, James Croft & Jacob Clark
As gay marriage is legalised in countries around the world, some studies claim to show that rearing children in same sex families can be harmful. Bobby Lopez was raised by two lesbian mothers but today campaigns for the right of children to be raised by a biological mother and father.
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ArticleChurch attendance is declining. Here's what should we do about it
Dr Ian Paul analyses the latest Church of England attendance figures and argues the Church will grow when it stands out from society, rather than blends in
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ShowsUnbelievable? Is peace between Israel & Palestine possible? Salim Munayer, Lisa Loden & Andrew Sibley
Justin is joined by Palestinian Christian Salim Munayer and Jewish Christian believer Lisa Loden, authors of ‘Through My Enemy’s Eyes’, as they discuss the prospects for peace in Israel.
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ArticleThe case of the ex-Christian Jihadi bride shows that apologetics matters
Heather Tomlinson says we must rise to the challenge of giving a defense for our Christian beliefs
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Article3 theories on what caused the star the wise men followed
On Epiphany - the time when Christians traditionally remember the visit of the Magi to the Christ child - Jonathan McLatchie explains three theories as to what caused the star over Bethlehem
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ShowsUnbelievable? Is it time for Evolution 2.0? Perry Marshall vs PZ Myers
Perry Marshall is an online marketing strategist with a background in computer engineering. His new book ‘Evolution 2.0: Breaking the deadlock between Darwin and Design’ claims to show a ‘third way’ which proves evolutionary changes are neither random not accidental but are targeted, adaptive and aware.
