WordView Podcast

How do we know if we are using 'god of the gaps' arguments? We look at the Kalam cosmological argument and the moral argument to determine if these are 'god of the gaps'. Also we begin a look at the book of Ephesians starting with verse 1 of chapter 1; what does it mean to be an apostle?

Andrew Wommack believes that the worst teaching in the body of Christ today is the teaching that God is sovereign. Why does he say this and what are his reasons? We take a look.

With Special Guest, Phil Gray we talk through some of the more difficult, powder keg issues of 2020 and discuss how Christians might pick a new path through the culture wars.

JEROBOAM II BULLA & DO THE GOSPELS CONTRADICT ONE ANOTHER? Biblical archaeology is such a fascinating field, today we check out the latest artifact which has been uncovered in the Holy Land. We also look at the question of whether there is a major contradiction in the gospels concerning the day of the crucifixion. Links Jeroboam II Bulla - https://www.timesofisrael.com/2700-years-ago-tiny-clay-piece-sealed-deal-for-bibles-king-jeroboam-ii/?fbclid=IwAR0dFtYfhQEoFiDBaxxnmphUunI5zYCoXyakMzeDcXhMnSH9rhlTwI2w90Q D.A. Carson - Exegetical Fallacies - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Exegetical-Fallacies-D-Carson/dp/0801020867 A Harmony of the Gospels - A.T. Robertson - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Harmony-Gospels-Students-Life-Christ/dp/0060668903 Joel Kramer Videos - https://www.mrm.org/joel-kramer-videos

I'm back! It's been a while. Let me catch you up on what's been going on, then we'll chat through one of the pentecostal preacher's favourite subjects 'the baptism of fire'. But does it really mean what they think it means?

Reasons to Believe // The Shroud of Turin // Session 2 Is the shroud truly the burial cloth of Jesus? We examine the evidence including the carbon dating results released to the public.

Reasons to Believe // Is Belief in the Resurrection Rational? // 26.01.20 This first session of the course focusses on the historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. How can we know that the scriptures are trustworthy? What are the key lines of evidence?

On todays show we talk progressive Christianity, what are its presuppositions and why is it still so influential today? We briefly touch on American Gospel: Christ Crucified and draw the lines between progressive Christianity and ending up with a witch as your youth pastor!

It's general election day! Here's a special episode on earthly authority and how a Christian ought to view it according to scripture. Does God ordain all earthly authority? What about Hitler, Mao, Stalin?

Reasons to Believe // The New Age New Age spirituality is the default position of many in the west. Graham teaches on some of the foundations of this worldview and how we as Christian apologists can best engage with it.

Reasons to Believe // Abortion Can a Christian be pro-choice? What are the facts surrounding abortion and what are the arguments from pro-choice advocates?

Reasons to Believe // Oct 2019 // Session 3 Stephen Fry is perhaps one of the nation's best known humanists. We take a look at his worldview and see if it is able to account for the things which it presupposes. Nathan Hutchinson also responds to a question concerning our response to a growing number of young black males who are rejecting Christianity as a 'White man's religion.'

Reasons to Believe // Islam // October 2019 Graham discusses these four key points which are key to developing our apologetic to Islam: 1. Common Muslim objections to Christianity 2. Jesus vs Isa 3. Mohammed in the Bible 4. Islam - A religion of peace?

Reasons to Believe // Oct 2019 // Session 1 In our first session we engage the issue of homosexuality. Is homosexual practice consistent with Biblical Christianity? What does the Bible say and how ought we to engage with the key texts? We also learn about and contend with the arguments from pro-gay theology.

The subject of the final session of our Reasons to Believe course is Darwinian evolution; what is the evidence for it? Is the Christian bound to accept it as true? We discuss.

During session 3 of the Reasons to Believe apologetics course, Graham debunks the Da Vinci Code and teaches on the reliability of scripture and the archaeological witness to the historicity of the Bible

This is a recording of the second session of the Reasons to Believe apologetics course at LifeSpring Church taught by Graham Phillips. The audio quality is poor unfortunately but the content is just about audible. This weeks session covers two arguments for the existence of God, the cosmological argument and the fine-tuning argument.

Session 1 of Reasons to Believe, a course in Christian apologetics delivered by Graham Phillips (WordView Podcast) at LifeSpring Church, June 23rd 2019. This lecture covers an introduction to the study of apologetics and the method of presuppositional apologetics.

EPISODE 62 // There is a growing movement in the UK. It's members were once churchgoing Christians but now believe that God has called them out of the church. Is there a Biblical precedent for this?

EPISODE 61 // We dissect a section of Justin Welby's interview with Justin Brierley in an attempt to understand his view on the authority of scripture.

EPISODE 60 // What is the abortion debate about? Why is it so difficult to engage with as a Christian? Are the two sides in disagreement over certain scientific facts? We use a recent BBC video to assess these questions.

EPISODE 59 // Biblical anthropology. What is it and why is it important to have one as a Christian. We use an interview with Amelia Bonow, leader of Shout your Abortion to elucidate the need for a biblical anthropology.

EPISODE 58 // Following an incredible miracle witnessed at church this week we dive into the subject of the Holy Spirit and the supernatural. Is it biblical to see supernatural occurrences in the Church today? Is the casting out of demons a defunct practice or something still to be done in this day and age?

EPISODE 57 // One of my favourite song writers narrates his journey away from Christianity and his wrestle with the implications of Darwinism. We contemplate these implications and compare and contrast them with the Christian worldview.

EPISODE 56 // Are millennials saving Christianity by leaving the church? What will bring them back? Reflections on Jordan Peterson's lecture at Birmingham Symphony Hall; apostolic preaching and more!

EPISODE 55 // What is Church and why should Christians attend? A seemingly very basic question but a relevant one in this day. The proliferation of 'Dear Church..' style letters tell us one thing; that people don't understand what Church is. What can we do to change that?

EPISODE 54 // Satan is real and remains a constant enemy and threat to the children of God. We take a look at the devil's playbook straight out of Genesis 3.

EPISODE 53 // There is a battle raging in culture for truth; what is it and how does one discern it? That battle has found its way inside the church. We focus on a recent debate on the subject of 'Is Homosexuality Consistent with New Testament Obedience' in order to get us thinking.

EPISODE 52 // We use John 4 and Acts 8 as a case study to illustrate the dangers of a selective, preferential reading of the scriptures. Also on this weeks show; is it ok for a Christian to do Yoga? We listen to Steven Bancarz, the former new age blogger has to say.

EPISODE 51 // Is it 'problematic' to use gendered pronouns for God as Bishop Rachel Treweek has suggested? We take a look at this issue and discuss the nature and mission of the Church. Also on this weeks show; 55% of Doctors believe they have witnessed a miracle in their practice. Check out wordview.co.uk for more content.

EPISODE 50 // We take an hour to discuss the Statement on Social Justice and the Gospel recently released. Is the pursuit of social justice one and the same thing as the Gospel? What ought we to know about the social justice movement and it's growing impact within the Church?

EPISODE 49 // Christian freshmen all over the world will be getting this one thrown at them after a few rounds of cheap lager; 'There is NO evidence for God! Christianity is nothing but a fairytale!' Most will probably shift awkwardly in their seat and attempt to move the conversation on, but is there any truth in this statement? How should a Christian respond? Also, we continue our study of John's gospel, this week focussing on the urgency of evangelism.

EPISODE 48 // If we were prohibited from talking to children about God would that result in a naturally more atheistic society? We discuss some ideas presented by Ricky Gervais. Also on this weeks show; what was Jesus feasting on when no one was looking?

EPISODE 47 // Reflecting on current evangelical youth ministry Graham outlines the need for a renaissance of 'Sola Scriptura.' Also on this weeks show we continue with our study of John's gospel; how much does one need to know about Christ before telling others about Him?

EPISODE 46 // What constitutes good preaching, or is it simply down to personal preference? We discuss a recent article critiquing the most-played sermon of all time on YouTube. Also, we continue our study of John's gospel. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 45 // False teaching is a reality and more common than most imagine. How should it be dealt with? We take a look at David Robertson's exchange with Vicky Beeching and draw some conclusions. We continue with our study of John 4, 'God is Spirit,' what is the significance of this statement? Notes https://theweeflea.com/2018/06/25/undivided-an-open-letter-to-vicky-beeching/ https://theweeflea.com/2018/07/17/the-soft-and-hard-intimidation-of-the-church-a-revealing-24-hours/

EPISODE 44 // Hillsong worship pastor, Joel Houston says that evolution is 'undeniable'. Is that true? We look at the evidence collated by some of the worlds leading scientists to show why it is not. Also, we continue in our study of John; are there false worshippers of God? If so, how would they be recognised?

EPISODE 43 // What does it mean to say that God's love is unconditional and is it a biblical concept? We explore the nuances of that question. Also on this weeks show, the story of a war criminal who turned to Christ and we study the book of John and see that all Christians are to do theology. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 42 // Was the deity of Christ invented at the Council of Nicea? We pick apart more of the 'debunking Christianity' video. Also on this weeks show - Rosaria Butterfield's incredible testimony and we continue in our study of John's gospel. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 41 // “Our Father’s worshipped in this mountain” - What happens when tradition dictates our worship of God? We look at John 4:19-20. Also, I continue dissecting an atheist video attempting to debunk Christianity. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 40 // 'Surely Jesus would never call me out on the sin in my life?! He's all about love!' We take a look at John 4 for an answer to that question. We also get busy debunking an atheist video on youtube and I share some incredible testimonies from Ablaze. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 39 // This week we focus in on an interview with former gay-rights activist, David Bennett which featured in Vice. David has since turned to Christ and has chosen a life of celibacy. You can check out his new book 'A War of Loves' in the links below. Also, we take a look at recent comments on the breakdown of the nuclear family by Sir James Munby. This weeks bible study is from John 4:11-15. Links David Bennett's Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/War-Loves-Unexpected-Activist-Discovering-ebook/dp/B07BB52K9N Sir James Mundy - https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/06/01/should-applaud-end-nuclear-family-says-top-judge/ Child Abuse Stats -https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/child-abuse-neglect-investigations-rise-surge-decade-figures-stats-a8104266.html Rise of Domestic Violence -https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/children-social-services-domestic-abuse-violence-rise-uk-a8154261.html Stats on Marriage -http://www.marriage-success-secrets.com/statistics-about-children-and-divorce.html STI Article -https://metro.co.uk/2018/06/05/rates-syphilis-gonorrhoea-roof-7607769/ * NB The sentence I refer to is still in the article and hasn't in fact been removed. Must have been a print error!

EPISODE 38 // We look at Jesus's interaction with the woman at the well. Also on this weeks show, I rake the embers a little on Bishop Curry's address at the Royal Wedding and take a look at some incredible facts on abortion that you are unlikely to hear riding the waves of mainstream media. For more info visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 37 // Is it true that atheism is simply a denial of Theistic claims or is it in fact a proposition in and of itself? Graham shares the testimony of some friends of his who's son was miraculously healed earlier this month. We ask - should preachers be sensitive to avoiding trigger points with their congregants and can unrepentant sinners be baptised? Also - we continue our study of John 3 - is the wrath of God still a thing? More content at wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 36 // Can you celebrate the success of others? Or is watching a peer's star rise higher than your own a real challenge? John the Baptist has a lesson for us on this topic. Also, we hear the testimony of a molecular biologist who turns to Christ from atheism and we discuss matters of the heart. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 35 // These two things will undoubtedly set your Christian life on fire, the first won't be popular! Also, I discuss a common objection to Christianity. Do evil acts committed in the name of Christianity negate the truth of Christianity? We discuss. And we continue in our study of John's Gospel.

EPISODE 34 // After a 3 week break for Easter and a mission trip to Ethiopia WordView Podcast is back. What an incredible time in Ethiopia; the Gospel was preached, hundreds came to Christ, demons were cast out and people were healed. We did not go unopposed, though. What is the religious spirit? What causes it to manifest? We take a look. Also, we continue our study of John's Gospel. Is Christ rejected because of great reason and intellect, or is there something deeper and more malevolent at work in the hearts of those who reject Him? For more info visit wordview.co.uk For more info

What did Jesus endure at the cross? We use Mark's Gospel and the Shroud of Turin to piece together the physical torment Jesus went through for our sakes at Calvary. Also - we hear a testimony of healing and Graham shares a timely word from Revelation 2. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 32 // Why we should talk sin, judgement and Jesus and not just love and God when witnessing. Also, Graham shares a testimony of a waitress who received a very accurate word of knowledge, and we continue our study of John's gospel. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

EPISODE 31 // On this week's show we discuss one of the oldest arguments against Theism, the argument from suffering in it's logical form. Also - When Jesus called Himself the Son of Man, what did He mean? We chat theology in this weeks Bible study. For more content visit wordview.co.uk

Is being a lefty sinful according to the Bible and does God promote sexual immorality in scripture? We take a look at some more tasty atheist memes. Also - How important is it important that Christians know their Bibles? We discuss in our study of John's gospel. More info at wordview.co.uk