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Hope in despair: How a militant atheist encountered God
Dave Glander’s broken childhood was one of the many factors that led to his staunch atheism. However, his worldview was dramatically shaken in a moment of desperation. Jana Harmon shares his story
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Who are the Jehovah’s Witnesses and how do they differ from Christianity?
Apologist Joel Furches explores the history of Jehovah’s Witnesses and their central beliefs. Are they a Christian cult or just another denomination?
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What do Kate Bush and Jesus have in common?
Author Drew Cordell looks at why Christianity is worth investigating
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From Roses to Ashes: The harmonious dance of Valentine’s Day and Lent
Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday fall on the same day this year. Author Lauren Windle reflects on this unlikely compatibility and ponders what it means for us
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Why do we observe Lent? NT Wright on lament and celebration
As we approach Lent, Rt Rev Prof NT Wright shares his thoughts on how Lent emerged, why it’s significant and what it means for us today
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Why Christianity is the best foundation for a better future
Younger generations hunger for a better world. Christian speaker Sara Stevenson, in a recent Premier Unbelievable podcast, argues that this goal is best understood using the truth of the Christian worldview
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Racial justice: How an immigrant Jesus brings hope
11th February marks Racial Justice Sunday in the UK. Clare Williams, founder of Real Questions, looks at why we must challenge both external injustices and the flaws within our own hearts, and how the cross of Jesus brings us hope
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Was God the first scientist?
John Van Sloten, author of God Speaks Science, looks at why science is one of the Church’s greatest allies. Read his first and second instalments of this mini-series here – ‘Jesus speaks supernovae’ and ‘Does God still bring water from rocks?’
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Does God still bring water from rocks?
In his second instalment (read part 1 ‘Jesus speaks supernovae’ here), John Van Sloten, author of God Speaks Science, shares how God uses both the Bible and creation to reach us
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Jesus speaks supernovae
John Van Sloten, author of God Speaks Science, reflects on a conversation with a Mars Rover researcher
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Abortion through the eyes of a neonatal physician
Discussions have recently taken place in the UK Parliament around various aspects of the Criminal Justice Bill, including the potential decriminalisation of abortion. Erik Strandness, who has over 20 years’ experience in neonatal medicine, reflects on the thorny issue of abortion
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Are smartphones evil? Unveiling dualities and finding redemption
Is modern technology to blame for our current mental health crisis? Should we just ditch our phones? Or can they be a force for good? Author Drew Cordell shares his thoughts
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Depressed, anxious and tired? You’re suffering from Zoochosis
The demands of modern life have become a self-imposed prison. Erik Strandness reflects on the discussion between Alan Noble and Kelly Kapic on Unbelievable?, and the psychosis of maintaining our “self-made” image instead of the one God has given us.
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Never again: Why we desperately need Holocaust Memorial Day
To mark Holocaust Memorial Day on 27th January, Steve Maltz from Saltshakers – a Christian ministry witnessing to the Jewish roots of the Christian faith – shares his thoughts about why this day is more important than ever in light of current events
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Why does God allow suffering?
How do we tackle the difficult topic of suffering? Philosopher Dr Vince Vitale shares a number of approaches
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From Bartimeus to Ed Sheeran: Mental health, stigma and the gospel
January can be a particularly difficult time for those facing mental health struggles. Rev Prebendary Dr Isabelle Hamley, co-author of Struggling With God, explores how Jesus’ response to Bartimeus can help inform our thinking in this area
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How should we engage with people who are deconstructing?
Whose fault is it when people deconstruct? What can we do about it? How do we help them to move forward? Erik Strandness reflects on deconstruction and reconstruction following an Unbelievable show on this topic
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Making sense of reality: How an atheist philosopher discovered Jesus via paganism
The horrific terror attack of 9/11 cemented in Patrick Flynn’s mind that religion was not only untrue and irrelevant, but also troublesome. Jana Harmon explores how rigorous study and existential questions led Pat to change his mind
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Why Christianity could trend in 2024
As we embark on a new year, author Drew Cordell reflects on the relevance of God in Western society