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<p>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?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Bob Price see <a href='http://www.robertmprice.mindvendor.com/'>http://www.robertmprice.mindvendor.com/</a></p> <p>For David Instone-Brewer see <a href='http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer'>http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer</a></p> <p>For his Visual Sermons see <a href='http://www.visualsermons.co.uk/'>http://www.visualsermons.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BA3830B99-B98A-425A-A2C6-1C4DEAF94341%7D'>Unbelievable? 20 Feb 2010 - "Is Christianity Good for us?" US atheist Michael Shermer debates Scottish apologist David Robertson</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6F8A97D2-2B10-475F-B0DD-3D0A13E7F98B%7D'>Unbelievable? 2 May 2009 -"Did Jesus Exist?" - Apologist JP Holding & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate.</a> </p> <p>Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Is there evidence for this view, and what difference would it make if it were true? </p> <p>New Testament Scholar David Instone-Brewer debates the evidence with Adam.</p> <p>For "The Jesus Discovery" website <a href='http://www.thejesusdiscovery.com/'>http://www.thejesusdiscovery.com/</a></p> <p>To order the book <a href='http://www.templehouse-publishing.com/books.htm'>http://www.templehouse-publishing.com/books.htm</a></p> <p>For David Instone-Brewer see <a href='http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer'>http://www.tyndale.cam.ac.uk/index.php?page=david-instone-brewer</a></p> <p>For his work on divorce & remarriage see <a href='http://www.instonebrewer.com/divorceremarriage/'>http://www.instonebrewer.com/divorceremarriage/</a></p> <p>For more Christian theological debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD911467D-0245-42EC-891B-660C3CA77809%7D'>Unbelievable? 13 Feb 2010 - "What did Jesus really say about Divorce and remarriage?" - David Instone-Brewer debates Andrew Cornes</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B39660607-7118-4713-B5A1-8C27E9556BD2%7D'>Unbelievable? 18 Oct 2008 - Why Should I believe in Jesus? Ex-Christian Norman Hansen vs. Amy Orr-Ewing of the Zacharias Trust</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

In response to listener requests Justin hosts two shows dealing with Homosexuality and Christian faith. <p>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?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Mike Dark see <a href='http://www.acceptingevangelicals.org/'>http://www.acceptingevangelicals.org/</a></p> <p>For John Richardson see <a href='http://ugleyvicar.blogspot.com/'>http://ugleyvicar.blogspot.com/</a> or <a href='http://www.reform.org.uk/'>http://www.reform.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For Martin Hallett see <a href='http://www.truefreedomtrust.co.uk/'>http://www.truefreedomtrust.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For more Christian theological debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B37D98F71-3ECA-4B60-84E9-60F04FDCE4D0%7D'>Unbelievable? 22 Aug 2009 - "Does religion make people unhappy?" - Christian Apologist Tom Price & Atheist Barry Duke</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8D45E897-4FD5-4D0B-B913-9588AC6990C1%7D'>Unbelievable? 18 Apr 2009 - Peter Kerridge, Terry Sanderson and Andrea Williams - "I am A Christian" - are Christians being marginalised in society?</a></p> <p>Join the debate at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>In response to listener requests Justin hosts two shows dealing with Homosexuality and Christian faith.</p> <p>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?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Mike Dark see <a href='http://www.acceptingevangelicals.org/'>http://www.acceptingevangelicals.org/</a></p> <p>For John Richardson see <a href='http://ugleyvicar.blogspot.com/'>http://ugleyvicar.blogspot.com/</a> or <a href='http://www.reform.org.uk/'>http://www.reform.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For Jeremy Marks see <a href='http://www.courage.org.uk/'>http://www.courage.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For more Christian theological debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed today's programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p> </p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B0A6DC1DE-6454-4C9A-AC8C-64E537BC0312%7D'>Unbelievable? 24 Apr 2010 - "Grill a Christian" show - four atheists challenge David Robertson with their objections to faith</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7Bd911467d-0245-42ec-891b-660c3ca77809%7D'>Unbelievable? 13 Feb 2010 - "What did Jesus really say about Divorce and remarriage?" - David Instone-Brewer debates Andrew Cornes</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>Evangelical Christians hold that sexual relations outside of marriage are against Biblical mandate and have negative moral and social consequences.</p> <p>In modern society, as marriage becomes less common and most people are sexually active from their teens, is this belief outmoded and irrelevant?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Faith Forster visit <a href='http://www.ichthus.org.uk/'>http://www.ichthus.org.uk/</a></p> <p>You can hear more Christian/non-Christian debate at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8bbc084c-3447-42e7-86ac-e89dea4217a4%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Jan 2008 Abortion - pro-life vs. pro-choice.</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B0309431f-baf9-4114-9199-afc375e6738d%7D'>Unbelievable? 30 Jun 2007 - Are evangelical Christians too exclusive?</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>You can buy "The Rage against God" at <a href='http://premier.org.uk/shop'>http://premier.org.uk/shop</a></p> <p>For Peter Hitchens' Blog see <a href='http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/'>http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For Adam Rutherford see <a href='http://adamrutherford.com/'>http://adamrutherford.com/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or Get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7Bbc498d15-f891-4276-92a8-1c615c2fc619%7D'>Unbelievable? 4 Jul 2009 - Peter Hitchens & Ibrahim Mogra debate "Is Islam or Christianity the best future for Britain?"</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B1e86ef13-3c29-40ac-98ad-5cb423c75a22%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Sep 2009 - "Would Europe be better off as an atheistic or Christian society?" David Robertson, Ed Turner & Richard Morgan</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>"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. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For "The book of Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ" see <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Jesus-Scoundrel-Christ-Myths/dp/1847678254'>http://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Jesus-Scoundrel-Christ-Myths/dp/1847678254</a></p> <p>For a further debate between Philip Pullman and Rt Revd Lord Richard Harries courtesy of English Pen go to <a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx'>http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx</a></p> <p>For Philip Pullman see <a href='http://www.philip-pullman.com/'>http://www.philip-pullman.com/</a></p> <p>Martin Saunders is a contributor to Christianity Magazine and reviews the book in their June edition <a href='http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/'>http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For Anthony McRoy on the historical Jesus see <a href='http://www.bethinking.org/bible-jesus/introductory/debunking-channel-4s-conspiracy-theory.htm'>http://www.bethinking.org/bible-jesus/introductory/debunking-channel-4s-conspiracy-theory.htm</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B51D59EC4-5ED8-41FC-B79A-7CB2590EABE9%7D'>Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?"</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B0AECB5BB-FCAE-432F-8224-960C4AD52A5C%7D'>Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - and the Eyewitnesses part 1 : Richard Bauckham and James Crossley</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B27637C4A-FD2C-4974-A037-CD6F8C374A24%7D'>Unbelievable? 6 Sep 2008 Christianity on trial pt 1: Can I trust the Bible? Atheist lawyer Ed Turner vs Theologian Andy Bannister</a></p> <p>Jon the discussion at the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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?"</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Test of Faith and the London Tour (Wed 19th May, 7.30pm at The London Institute of Contemporary Christianity) visit <a href='http://www.testoffaith.com/'>http://www.testoffaith.com</a></p> <p>For Stephen Law visit <a href='http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/'>http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>For Denis Alexander visit <a href='http://graphite.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk/faraday/'>http://graphite.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk/faraday/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme then you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6E927C1C-283A-4F9E-8816-DF581ADDE9FF%7D'>Unbelievable? 27 Jun 2009 - "Is Christian faith at odds with science?" Atheist biologist PZ Myers & Christian biologist Denis Alexander</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B4018E454-FB8B-402E-8A58-275044A1A8D1%7D'>Unbelievable? 10 Jan 2009 Ehrman & Richard Swinburne - "God's Problem: does the Bible fail to answer the problem of suffering?"</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B17AFF277-FBE0-4CAD-AE38-AF114E861BFA%7D'>Unbelievable? 29 Nov 2008 - Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose? Denis Alexander & Stephen Lloyd debate</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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".</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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 <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p> <p>For David Robertson see <a href='http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/'>http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme then you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BA3830B99-B98A-425A-A2C6-1C4DEAF94341%7D'>Unbelievable? 20 Feb 2010 - "Is Christianity Good for us?" US atheist Michael Shermer debates Scottish apologist David Robertson</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BEAACC407-988F-4B87-A8C4-34760BC4B7A0%7D'>Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 - The Moral Argument For God - Atheist Paul Orton & Christian David Robertson</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Paul Davies see <a href='http://cosmos.asu.edu/'>http://cosmos.asu.edu/</a></p> <p>For his book "The Eerie Silence" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Eerie-Silence-Are-Alone-Universe/dp/1846141427'>click here</a></p> <p>For John Lennox see <a href='http://johnlennox.org/'>http://johnlennox.org/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via iTunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6F957207-7564-4B70-AA1E-AD9474E8C768%7D'>Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 </a><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6F957207-7564-4B70-AA1E-AD9474E8C768%7D'>Dawkins & John Lennox's Oxford debate - a review with interviews and comment.</a> </p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B96609DCA-02B2-4902-BA99-1A29441449B1%7D'>Unbelievable? 14 Mar 2009 Tuning of the Universe - is it evidence of God? Nicholas Beale vs Julian Baggini</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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"?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For the Seventh Day Adventist Church see <a href='http://www.adventist.org.uk/'>http://www.adventist.org.uk</a> or <a href='http://tottenham.adventistchurch.org.uk/'>http://tottenham.adventistchurch.org.uk</a></p> <p>Watch Doug Harris, Victor Hulbert and Gerard Chrispin's TV debate <a href='http://www.adventistinfo.org.uk/about/world-in-focus.php'>http://www.adventistinfo.org.uk/about/world-in-focus.php</a></p> <p>For Doug Harris see <a href='http://www.reachouttrust.org/'>http://www.reachouttrust.org/</a></p> <p>Hear more theological debate at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or subscribe to the podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B98F28C5E-E933-495F-BCF2-57119AA0EB34%7D'>Unbelievable? 8 Sep 2007 - Mormonism and Christianity</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B61128215-A5F4-4A1F-AC49-B10A02B0D079%7D'>Unbelievable? 9 Feb 2008 - Bahai faith and Christianity</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group on the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Doug Harris visit <a href='http://www.reachouttrust.org/'>http://www.reachouttrust.org/</a> or his TV show on Revelation TV <a href='http://www.revelationtv.com/progblog.php?progid=795'>http://www.revelationtv.com/progblog.php?progid=795</a></p> <p>For Christian Nseka visit <a href='http://www.messiah101.com/'>http://www.messiah101.com/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or via <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BAE95F5B3-BFA8-4C7A-93F7-B741F886A8C1%7D'>Unbelievable? 5 Jan 2008 Christianity and Freemasonry - serving two masters? Doug Harris & Michael Donovan</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B9A7A4F73-38F7-4023-A422-DBBAB95936CC%7D'>Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the Resurrection - Evangelist Tony Costa & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate.</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the 'Unbelievable?' Group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>Richard Morgan and Todd Pitner both experienced adult conversions from atheism to Christian Faith. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>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 <a href='http://www.iloveatheists.com/'>http://www.iloveatheists.com</a> that seeks to answer the main challenges to Christian belief.</p> <p>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?"</p> <p>Want more? Todd, Richard and Gordon are discussing this show at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p> <p>For Richard Morgan see <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan</a></p> <p>and read his story here (p8): <a href='http://www.freechurch.org/pdf/monthlyrecord/sept08.pdf'>http://www.freechurch.org/pdf/monthlyrecord/sept08.pdf</a></p> <p>For Todd Pitner's website see <a href='http://www.iloveatheists.com/'>http://www.iloveatheists.com/</a></p> <p>For his story see: <a href='http://www.iloveatheists.com/about_us/dear-friends'>http://www.iloveatheists.com/about_us/dear-friends</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate audio visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the mp3 podcast at <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or Via <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6D3B45C5-D7DC-4B57-B8AA-D3588FC03C16%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 From Atheism to Christian faith via richarddawkins.net - Christians Richard Morgan, David Robertson and Atheist Ed Turner</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD737EEF1-70E2-4800-9D2C-08F82980B8C0%7D'>Unbelievable? 30 May 2009 </a><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD737EEF1-70E2-4800-9D2C-08F82980B8C0%7D'>Reconciling Bible Contradictions: Christian Derek Tidball vs. Atheist Gordon Livesey</a> </p> <p> </p>

<p>Hear the debate that took place after the "Unbelievable?" screening of Intelligent Design Film "Expelled" at Imperial College London in Feb 2010.</p> <p>Against the film: Atheist Prof Susan Blackmore (Psychology, Plymouth) & Theistic evolutionist Prof Keith Fox (Biology, Southampton)</p> <p>For the film: Prof Steve Fuller (Sociology, Warwick) & Dr. Alastair Noble (Former Inspector of Schools)</p> <p>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.</p> <p>You can hear the second debate that took place in the evening at the "Features" page:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx'>http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian discussion shows visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a>or get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B5EDC2A06-01E6-411A-B211-C998A6AFB902%7D'>Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 "Expelled" the Movie - Intelligent Design theorist Stephen Meyer vs. Atheist scientist Peter Atkins debate Intelligent Design</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BB0C7BA16-668B-43C2-8E3A-AE880B33FD32%7D'>Unbelievable? 6 Feb 2010 - Do we need God to Do Science? Steve Fuller and Thomas Dixon debate Intelligent Design and the Dover Trial</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the 'Unbelievable?' Group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>Is the doctrine of the Trinity to be found in the Bible? Was Jesus really "of one substance" with God the Father?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For James White see <a href='http://www.aomin.org/'>http://www.aomin.org/</a></p> <p>For Anthony Buzzard see <a href='http://www.restorationfellowship.org/'>http://www.restorationfellowship.org</a> </p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the MP3 podcast at <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or Via Itunes <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme then you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8C40D9DC-9FFE-4E03-9541-72004F6A822B%7D'>Unbelievable? 10 Oct 2009 - "Jesus and the God of Israel" Is the divinity of Jesus at odds with Jewish Monotheism? Richard Bauckham & James Crossley</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6EB6CE4D-F094-4806-BC75-322D24BD9459%7D'>Unbelievable? 31 Jan 2009 - Christadelphianism - what it is and how it differs from mainstream Christian faith.</a></p> <p>To hear Justin's "Tale of Two Megachurches" documentary mentioned at the end of today's show visit <a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx'>http://www.premierradio.org.uk/shows/saturday/unbelievable/features.aspx</a></p> <p>Join the debate at the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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".</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Andrew Copson Chief Executive of the British Humanist Association discusses the issues with Scottish minister and apologist David Robertson.</p> <p>For the BHA see <a href='http://www.humanism.org.uk/'>http://www.humanism.org.uk</a></p> <p>For David Robertson see <a href='http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/davidblog'>http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/davidblog</a></p> <p>For more Christian/Non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> of get the podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or via <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B1E86EF13-3C29-40AC-98AD-5CB423C75A22%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Sep 2009 - "Would Europe be better off as an atheistic or Christian society?" David Robertson, Ed Turner & Richard Morgan</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B980B81B5-247D-4E9C-A0D0-BCFF379A8F63%7D'>Unbelievable? 2 Aug 2008 - Faith & School - do they mix? Jan Ainsworth & Andrew Copson debate.</a></p> <p>Check out the "Unbelievable?" TV debate on "Christian Origins" that won Gold at the 2010 Christian Broadcasting Council Awards here. <a href='http://player.premier.tv//Premiertv.aspx?AssetId=23b04461-0eec-4668-bc56-b93d6df14693'>http://player.premier.tv//Premiertv.aspx?AssetId=23b04461-0eec-4668-bc56-b93d6df14693</a></p> <p>Join the discussions at the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Adnan Rashid of the Hittin Institute argues for the Koran and criticises the transmission of Biblical writings.</p> <p>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?</p> <p>For James White visit <a href='http://www.aomin.org/'>http://www.aomin.org/</a></p> <p>For Adnan Rashid visit <a href='http://www.hittininstitute.com/'>http://www.hittininstitute.com/</a></p> <p>For more Christian and non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> get the MP3 podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or Via Itunes <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B457E6750-CF8B-4C74-8448-49813B414B39%7D'>Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B98BB60EA-F1B9-47B5-89CE-ECB8AD75A53E%7D'>Unbelievable? 5 Jul 2008 Which is more relevant to 21st Century Britain: Islam or Christianity?</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community</a> <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>Are societies better off with the influence of Christianity? Are Christians more caring than atheists? What role should faith play in society?</p> <p>Just some of the questions explored by atheist Michael Shermer and Christian David Robertson.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Michael Shermer visit <a href='http://www.michaelshermer.com/'>http://www.michaelshermer.com</a></p> <p>For David Robertson visit <a href='http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/'>http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/</a></p> <p>You can hear more Christian/non-Christian discussions at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or Via <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8B4B875D-57DD-42B3-BC5F-29D9FDD4AA38%7D'>Unbelievable? 25 Jul 2009 - Do miracles happen today? Atheist Michael Shermer vs Christian Adrian Holloway</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6D3B45C5-D7DC-4B57-B8AA-D3588FC03C16%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Sep 2009 - From Atheism to Christian faith via richarddawkins.net - Christians Richard Morgan, David Robertson and Atheist Ed Turner</a></p> <p>Join in the discussions at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>This week: As part of Premier Radio's coverage of National Marriage Week we look at two different Christian views of Divorce and Remarriage.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>They debate the Biblical and pastoral issues involved.</p> <p>For David Instone-Brewer visit <a href='http://www.divorceremarriage.com/'>http://www.divorceremarriage.com</a></p> <p>For his book "Divorce and Remarriage in the Church" (Paternoster) <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Divorce-Remarriage-Church-Solutions-Realities/dp/1842271806/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1265981410&sr=8-2'>Click here</a> </p> <p>For Andrew Cornes visit <a href='http://www.allsaintscrowborough.org/'>http://www.allsaintscrowborough.org</a></p> <p>For his book "Divorce and Remarriage: Biblical Principle and Pastoral Practise" (Christian Focus) <a href='http://www.christianfocus.com/item/show/209/-'>Click here</a></p> <p>For Christian/non Christian debate and theology visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the podcast <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BA1078084-F7C6-40C4-982D-6C9306F595E9%7D'>Unbelievable? 8 Aug 2009 Debating doctrine: Hell - Conditional immortality vs. Eternal conscious torment - James White debates Roger and Faith Forster</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B51D59EC4-5ED8-41FC-B79A-7CB2590EABE9%7D'>Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?"</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the ""Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community. <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>Hundreds of thousands died in the Haiti earthquake of Jan 2010. Many more are still suffering. So where was God?</p> <p>Can we believe in an all loving, all powerful God in the face of such suffering and destruction?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Roger Forster's book "Suffering and the Love of God" visit <a href='http://www.ichthus.org.uk/Shop/'>http://www.ichthus.org.uk/Shop/</a></p> <p>To support the DEC appeal for Haiti visit <a href='http://www.dec.org.uk/'>www.dec.org.uk</a></p> <p>You can hear more Christian/non-Christian discussion at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes.</a></p> <p>If you want to hear similar programmes:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B4018E454-FB8B-402E-8A58-275044A1A8D1%7D'>Unbelievable? 10 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Richard Swinburne - "God's Problem: does the Bible fail to answer the problem of suffering?"</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B83522139-8E9C-4069-919B-4BF46B8C0650%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Apr 2008 </a><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B83522139-8E9C-4069-919B-4BF46B8C0650%7D'>problems with God - an Atheist and Christian philosopher debate</a> </p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>As we look forward to the screening and debate around the film Expelled at Imperial College London on Sat 27th Feb (See <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/expelled'>www.premier.org.uk/expelled</a> for info on extra screening & debate) two of the panellists join Justin to debate Intelligent Design.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Thomas Dixon is Senior Lecturer in History at Queen Mary University of London. He is critical of the film and the ID movement.</p> <p>For Steve Fuller see <a href='http://www.warwick.ac.uk/~sysdt/Index.html'>http://www.warwick.ac.uk/~sysdt/Index.html</a></p> <p>For his book "Dissent over Descent" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dissent-Over-Descent-Intelligent-Challenge/dp/1840468041/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1264595140&sr=1-4'>click here</a></p> <p>For his forthcoming book "Science: the art of living" <a href='http://www.acumenpublishing.co.uk/display.asp?K=e2009012713293172&sf1=series&st1=The%20Art%20of%20Living&sort=sort_date/d&m=2&dc=15'>Click here</a></p> <p>For Thomas Dixon see <a href='http://www.history.qmul.ac.uk/staff/dixont.html'>http://www.history.qmul.ac.uk/staff/dixont.html</a></p> <p>For his book "Science and Religion: a very short introduction" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Science-Religion-Short-Introduction-Introductions/dp/0199295514'>Click Here</a></p> <p>Hear more faith debate at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B5EDC2A06-01E6-411A-B211-C998A6AFB902%7D'>Unbelievable? 16 Jan 2010 - "Expelled" the Movie - Intelligent Design theorist Stephen Meyer vs. Atheist scientist Peter Atkins debate Intelligent Design</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6E927C1C-283A-4F9E-8816-DF581ADDE9FF%7D'>Unbelievable? 27 Jun 2009 - "Is Christian faith at odds with science?" Atheist biologist PZ Myers & Christian biologist Denis Alexander</a></p> <p>For tickets to the newly added screening and debate on Sat 27th Feb at 6.30pm visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/expelled'>www.premier.org.uk/expelled</a></p>

<p>William (Bill) Dembski is an American mathematician, theologian and professor of Theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, TX. </p> <p>Bill returns to defend his latest Book "The End of Christianity" -an argument defending the Christian God against the argument of Evil.</p> <p>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?</p> <p>Just some of the questions tackled by Bill as he engages with Former Christian Norman Hansen.</p> <p>For Dembski's blog see <a href='http://www.uncommondescent.com/'>http://www.uncommondescent.com/</a></p> <p>For his book " The End of Christianity" Click here</p> <p>For Norman Hansen see <a href='http://www.nrhansen.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/'>http://www.nrhansen.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non Christian debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://tunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B4018E454-FB8B-402E-8A58-275044A1A8D1%7D'>Unbelievable? 10 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Richard Swinburne - "God's Problem: does the Bible fail to answer the problem of suffering?"</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B83522139-8E9C-4069-919B-4BF46B8C0650%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Apr 2008 </a><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B83522139-8E9C-4069-919B-4BF46B8C0650%7D'>Philosophical problems with God - an Atheist and Christian philosopher debate</a> </p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Unbelievable? Group at the Premier Community</a></p> <p> </p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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?"</p> <p>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.</p> <p>They both feature in "Expelled" and join Justin to debate the pros and cons of Intelligent Design theory.</p> <p>Mark Haville who is bringing the film to the UK also joins the discussion.</p> <p>You can order Expelled the DVD (UK edition) at <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_ss_0_8?url=search-alias%3Ddvd&field-keywords=expelled+no+intelligence+allowed&sprefix=expelled'>Amazon</a> <a href='http://www.play.com/Search.aspx?searchtype=r2alldvd&searchstring=expelled+No+Intelligence+Allowed&page=search&pa=search&go.x=33&go.y=7'>Play.com</a> and <a href='http://hmv.com/hmvweb/simpleMultiSearch.do?searchUID=&pGroupID=-1&adultFlag=false&primaryID=dvd&simpleSearchString=expelled+no+intelligence+allowed'>HMV</a> (click for direct links) or via <a href='http://www.christianvideos.co.uk/'>http://www.christianvideos.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For details & booking for the Unbelievable? Screening of "Expelled" and debate at Imperial College London in February visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/expelled'>www.premier.org.uk/expelled</a></p> <p>For Stephen C Meyer's book visit <a href='http://www.signatureinthecell.com/'>http://www.signatureinthecell.com/</a> </p> <p>For info on Peter Atkins visit <a href='http://www.secularism.org.uk/prof.peteratkins.html'>http://www.secularism.org.uk/prof.peteratkins.html</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or get the podcast at <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD4A8EEE4-99E0-44AB-B1CB-05C835451772%7D'>Unbelievable? 2 Jan 2010 - Is there design in biology? Intelligent Design proponent William Dembski vs. Biology Professor Lewis Wolpert</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B446BF2D5-D507-4656-B200-A617F5EBD15A%7D'>Unbelievable? 21 Feb 2009 - DNA & the origin of life - the cosmic fingerprints of God? Perry Marshall and Peter Hearty debate.</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>A re-broadcast of a compelling debate with listener input on the issue of abortion.</p> <p>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? </p> <p>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.</p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian discussion visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may want to listen to:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8BBC084C-3447-42E7-86AC-E89DEA4217A4%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Jan 2008 Abortion - pro-life vs. pro-choice.</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8BBC084C-3447-42E7-86AC-E89DEA4217A4%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Jan 2008 Human Fertilisation & Embryology - are we playing God?</a></p> <p>You can join the debate at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>Evangelical scholar Anthony McRoy also joins in the conversation.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Charles Foster see <a href='http://www.charlesfoster.co.uk/'>www.charlesfoster.co.uk</a> </p> <p>To buy "The Christmas Mystery" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Christmas-Mystery-Charles-Foster/dp/1850787697'>click here</a></p> <p>For Robert Stovold and his booklet "Did Christians Steal Christmas?" <a href='http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.stovold/The_Problem_With_Religion.html'>click here</a></p> <p>Hear more Christian/non Christian discussion at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B4CC73A4F-79F7-4AF0-85CB-BE1EF62F47EB%7D'>Unbelievable? 22 Dec 2007 - Did Christians steal Christmas?</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B28325AF1-534F-49C5-8571-21AB0BEB47F4%7D'>Unbelievable? 20 Dec 2008 Virgin Birth: Fact or Fiction? Revd Michael Sayward debates Unitarian Sarah Tinker</a></p> <p>Join in the discussion at the "Unbelievable" group on <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>The Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Bill Dembski see <a href='http://www.designinference.com/'>http://www.designinference.com/</a> or his blog <a href='http://www.uncommondescent.com/'>http://www.uncommondescent.com/</a></p> <p>For Lewis Wolpert's Wikipedia profile see <a href='http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lewis_Wolpert'>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lewis_Wolpert</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>Get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this porgramme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BCA11CD79-1BF2-4FD7-AD3D-96FBB0A37723%7D'>Unbelievable? 18 Jul 2009 - Intelligent Design vs Evolution - Peter S Williams and Peter Hearty debate</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B50A861B4-7228-4A9B-9D32-EA9BDBBC8E29%7D'>Unbelievable? 30 Aug 2008 - Darwin vs Design - Dr. Tom Woodward & Peter Hearty</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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".</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For the full debate visit <a href='http://www.intelligencesquared.com/'>http://www.intelligencesquared.com/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6F957207-7564-4B70-AA1E-AD9474E8C768%7D'>Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 </a><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6F957207-7564-4B70-AA1E-AD9474E8C768%7D'>Dawkins & John Lennox's Oxford debate - a review with interviews and comment.</a> </p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BC1F284FC-7410-4ECA-AC4B-31C89A2866F7%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Jul 2008 Masters of Apologetics Pt 2: William Lane Craig</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>Professor Lewis Wolpert is Emeritus Professor of Biology at University College London. Professor Russell Cowburn is Chair of Nanotechnology at Imperial College.</p> <p>Wolpert is an atheist, Cowburn a Christian.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Their conversation ranges over evolution, the new atheism and whether God should reveal himself through the miraculous.</p> <p>To hear their original debate from November 2009 visit <a href='http://www.gunnersburybaptistchurch.org/events/opentoquestion/'>http://www.gunnersburybaptistchurch.org/events/opentoquestion/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this discussion you may also enjoy</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B3554D585-2574-42F1-B0DF-18676537A3BC%7D'>Unbelievable? 21 Jun 2008 - Keith Ward on "The Big Questions in Science and Religion": Why Christians CAN believe in evolution</a></p> <p><a href='http://http//www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B446BF2D5-D507-4656-B200-A617F5EBD15A%7D'>Unbelievable? 21 Feb 2009 - DNA & the origin of life - the cosmic fingerprints of God? Perry Marshall and Peter Hearty debate.</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join in the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" group of the Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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. </p> <p>They discuss Dan's deconversion, the case for the resurrection, and whether we are better off free from religion.</p> <p>For Dan Barker see <a href='http://ffrf.org/about/bio_dan.php'>http://ffrf.org/about/bio_dan.php</a></p> <p>For his Book "Godless" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Godless-Evangelical-Preacher-Americas-Atheists/dp/1569756775'>click here</a></p> <p>For Charles Foster see <a href='http://www.charlesfoster.co.uk/'>http://www.charlesfoster.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For his book "The Jesus Inquest" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Jesus-Inquest-Myth-History/dp/1854247522'>click here</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian discussion visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast </a>or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewpodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BB268017B-84CF-4931-8D7A-0B45DACBAEF1%7D'>Unbelievable? 8 Mar 2008 Can we trust the Gospels?</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B9A7A4F73-38F7-4023-A422-DBBAB95936CC%7D'>Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the Resurrection - Evangelist Tony Costa & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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!</p> <p>You can read the Christianity Magazine profile of Alister McGrath <a href='http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/features/alister_mcgrath.aspx'>here</a></p> <p>For Alister McGrath's website visit <a href='http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/'>http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/</a></p> <p>For more Christian debate and dialogue visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>Get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy the following:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B45DEA5BB-8D8F-4757-A1CC-75D6FFF8AA90%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 Gary Habermas - American Masters of Apologetics pt 1 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 1: Gary Habermas</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierchristianradio.com/unbelievable'>Unbelievable? 19 Jul 2008 William Lane Craig - American Masters of Apologetics pt 2 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 2: William Lane Craig</a></p> <p>To join in the debate visit the Unbelievable group of the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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."</p> <p>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?</p> <p>Terry Boyle Pastor for <a href='http://www.insightforliving.org.uk/'>Insight For Living</a> in the UK describes his "Dispensationalist" understanding of this and other passages.</p> <p>Dee Dee Warren describes her "Preterist" understanding of the passage and how she arrived at it.</p> <p>Andrew Whyte describes his journey of coming to a liberal view that early Christian writers were mistaken in their expectations.</p> <p>For more on Dee Dee Warren and Preterism see <a href='http://www.preteristsite.com/'>http://www.preteristsite.com/</a> or <a href='http://www.preteristblog.com/'>www.preteristblog.com</a> where she will be posting extra responses to the programme. </p> <p>For Terry Boyle and Insight for Living see <a href='http://www.insightforliving.org.uk/'>http://www.insightforliving.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For more Christian theology discussion visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or via <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BAA109D89-71DE-4F4C-96A9-84AC6A69FCD2%7D'>Unbelievable? 1 Aug 2009 - Debating doctrine - James White and Roger & Faith Forster debate predestination</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD737EEF1-70E2-4800-9D2C-08F82980B8C0%7D'>Unbelievable? 30 May 2009 Reconciling Bible Contradictions: Christian Derek Tidball vs. Atheist Gordon Livesey </a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B9DF408EB-29B0-4FCF-89A7-92D74F3CB968%7D'>Unbelievable? 6 Dec 2008 Christian Zionism, Israel & the Church: Stephen Sizer debates Geoffrey Smith of Christian Friends of Israel</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>In light of Premier's <a href='http://www.faithwithoutfear.org/'>Faith Without Fear</a> campaign, this discussion between Anil Bhanot and Sunil Raheja addresses the tensions that exist when Christians seek to evangelise Hindus in India.</p> <p>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?</p> <p>To sign the petition for Justice for Christians in Orissa State, India go to <a href='http://www.faithwithoutfear.org/'>www.faithwithoutfear.org</a> </p> <p>For Anil Bhanot see <a href='http://www.hinducounciluk.org/'>www.hinducounciluk.org</a></p> <p>For Sunil Raheja see <a href='http://www.nlmg.org/'>www.nlmg.org</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also want to listen to:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B548E92B2-462B-4DBB-B5C2-DA3133A4D3EC%7D'>Unbelievable? 14 Jul 2007 - Hindu & Christian concepts of God - Paul and Rohit</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BAB62129A-05F0-42AA-AAA7-D3C120D3A1FA%7D'>Unbelievable? 15 Sep 2007 Yoga and Christianity - is there a conflict?</a></p> <p>Join the debate at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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?"</p> <p>For the Book "Eternal Life: a New Vision" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Eternal-Life-Vision-Beyond-Religion/dp/0060762063'>click here</a></p> <p>For John Shelby Spong visit <a href='http://www.johnshelbyspong.com/'>http://www.johnshelbyspong.com/</a></p> <p>For Terry Boyle visit <a href='http://www.insightforliving.org.uk/'>http://www.insightforliving.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For more Christian debate and dialogue visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>Get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you want to explore some of the issues raised by Spong in this programme then visit:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B0AECB5BB-FCAE-432F-8224-960C4AD52A5C%7D'>Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - Jesus and the Eyewitnesses part 1 : Richard Bauckham and James Crossley</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B28325AF1-534F-49C5-8571-21AB0BEB47F4%7D'>Unbelievable? 20 Dec 2008 - The Virgin Birth: Fact or Fiction? Revd Michael Sayward debates Unitarian Sarah Tinker</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B457E6750-CF8B-4C74-8448-49813B414B39%7D'>Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 - Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p> <p>Email the show <a href='mailto:[email protected]'>[email protected]</a></p>

<p>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?</p> <p>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.</p> <p><a href='http://www.authenticmedia.co.uk/AuthenticSite/product/9781842275382.htm'>Click here for the book "Jesus and the God of Israel"</a> (Paternoster)</p> <p>For Richard Bauckham visit <a href='http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html'>http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html</a></p> <p>For James Crossley see <a href='http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html'>http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html</a></p> <p>Listen to more Christian/non-Christian debates at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>via podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B0AECB5BB-FCAE-432F-8224-960C4AD52A5C%7D'>Unbelievable? 29 Aug 2009 - Richard Bauckham on the Gospels - pt 1: Richard Bauckham and James Crossley</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B10A2C09A-824B-4580-B00D-BC674D928A88%7D'>Unbelievable? 24 Jan 2009 - How did Christianity begin?" Pt 2 - James Crossley & Michael Bird</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the discussion at the Premier Community</a></p>

<p>"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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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?"</p> <p>Read Robin's blog here: <a href='http://theologicalscribbles.blogspot.com/'>http://theologicalscribbles.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Read his blog as the Evangelical Universalist here: <a href='http://evangelicaluniversalist.blogspot.com/'>http://evangelicaluniversalist.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Read about Laurence Blanchard here: <a href='http://http//www.charteroaklighthouse.org/about_us.htm'>http://http://www.charteroaklighthouse.org/about_us.htm</a></p> <p>To order "The Evangelical Universalist" book: </p> <p><a href='http://www.spck.org.uk/cat/show.php?9780281059881'>Click here for the UK</a></p> <p><a href='http://wipfandstock.com/store/The_Evangelical_Universalist'>Click here for the US</a></p> <p>To hear more Christian and non-Christian debates visit the showpage at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy the original show when Parry's voice was disguised:</p> <p><a href='http://http//www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD4035731-93A8-4D8A-8DE7-F18028E1FD9F%7D'>Unbelievable? 15 Mar 2008 Christian Universalism - Will everyone be saved?</a></p> <p>For information on the Zacharias Trust apologetics training day mentioned at the end of the programme visit <a href='http://www.zactrust.org/'>http://www.zactrust.org/</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>See Ian's blog at <a href='http://machiavelli.blog.co.uk/'>http://machiavelli.blog.co.uk/</a> See Jenni's blog at <a href='http://vieira.blog.co.uk/'>http://vieira.blog.co.uk/</a> </p> <p>To hear more discussions between Christians and non-Christians go to <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a>. Join the discussion on the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a>. </p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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?</p> <p>Find out about Andrew and GodStories at <a href='http://www.godstoriesbook.com/'>www.godstoriesbook.com</a></p> <p>For Norman Bacrac and the Ethical Society visit <a href='http://www.ethicalsoc.org.uk/'>www.ethicalsoc.org.uk</a></p> <p>To hear more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B14326AF5-A299-4951-8E61-5AED29659D3F%7D'>Unbelievable? 25 Aug 2007 - Deluded by Dawkins? Andrew Wilson debates atheist Gordon Livesey</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BA6B31A53-8D70-44A0-8FC1-F6C7212DD25F%7D'>Unbelievable? 7 Mar 2009 - The Reason for God" - Pastor Timothy Keller & Atheist Norman Bacrac</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the debate at the Premier Community's "Unbelievable?" group</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>For David Robertson's book <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dawkins-Letters-Challenging-Atheist-Myths/dp/1845502612'>"The Dawkins Letters" Click here</a></p> <p>For David Robertson see <a href='http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/'>http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For Ed Turner see <a href='http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com/'>http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com</a></p> <p>For Richard Morgan see <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan</a></p> <p>For more Christian non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BEAACC407-988F-4B87-A8C4-34760BC4B7A0%7D'>Unbelievable? 13 Jun 2009 The Moral Argument For God - Atheist Paul Orton & Christian David Robertson</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BBC498D15-F891-4276-92A8-1C615C2FC619%7D'>Unbelievable? 4 Jul 2009 Peter Hitchens & Ibrahim Mogra debate "Is Islam or Christianity the best future for Britain?"</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the discussion at the Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For the movie see <a href='http://www.creationthemovie.com/flash'>http://www.creationthemovie.com/flash</a></p> <p>For church resources see <a href='http://www.damaris.org/creationmovie'>http://www.damaris.org/creationmovie</a></p> <p>For Nicholas Beale see <a href='http://www.questionsoftruth.org/authors/'>http://www.questionsoftruth.org/authors/</a></p> <p>For Steve Lloyd see <a href='http://www.biblicalcreationministries.org.uk/'>http://www.biblicalcreationministries.org.uk</a></p> <p>For Charles Foster see <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Selfless-Gene-Charles-Foster/dp/0340964367'>http://www.amazon.co.uk/Selfless-Gene-Charles-Foster/dp/0340964367</a></p> <p>Hear Christian/non-Christian discussion at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this show you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B96609DCA-02B2-4902-BA99-1A29441449B1%7D'>Unbelievable? 14 Mar 2009 Fine Tuning of the Universe - is it evidence of God? Nicholas Beale vs Julian Baggini</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B17AFF277-FBE0-4CAD-AE38-AF114E861BFA%7D'>Unbelievable? 29 Nov 2008 Creation or Evolution - do we have to choose? Denis Alexander & Stephen Lloyd debate</a></p> <p>Join the debate at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Jesus-Eyewitnesses-Gospels-Eyewitness-Testimony/dp/0802863906/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1251277431&sr=1-1'>For the book "Jesus and the Eyewitnesses" click here</a></p> <p>For Richard Bauckham see <a href='http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html'>http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html</a></p> <p>For James Crossley see <a href='http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html'>http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B39660607-7118-4713-B5A1-8C27E9556BD2%7D'>Unbelievable? 18 Oct 2008 Why Should I believe in Jesus? Ex-Christian Norman Hansen vs. Amy Orr-Ewing of the Zacharias Trust</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B45DEA5BB-8D8F-4757-A1CC-75D6FFF8AA90%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 Masters of Apologetics Pt 1: Gary Habermas</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>Chat to this week's guests at the "Unbelievable?" Group of the "Premier Community": <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p> <p>For Richard Morgan see: <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/profile/RichardMorgan</a></p> <p>For David Robertson see: <a href='http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/'>http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For Ed Turner see: <a href='http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com/'>http://edthemanicstreetpreacher.wordpress.com</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debate visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BB4983ABC-B0EA-4D46-9C80-E078AFD2D158%7D'>Unbelievable? 21 Mar 2009 - "Challenging Atheist Myths" pt 1 Christian David Robertson & Atheist Adrian Hayter</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B27637C4A-FD2C-4974-A037-CD6F8C374A24%7D'>Unbelievable? 6 Sep 2008 - Christianity on trial pt 1: Can I trust the Bible? Atheist lawyer Ed Turner vs Theologian Andy Bannister</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href='http://www.scripturalreasoning.org.uk/'>www.scripturalreasoning.org.uk</a></p> <p>You can hear more interfaith discussion at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via Itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B624C6E48-ECD0-4F84-920B-92AA6DB0B4F6%7D'>Unbelievable? 4 Aug 2007 - Judaism and Christianity</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B9B2EB013-D45C-48AD-933F-8F2187EC213A%7D'>Unbelievable? 4 Oct 2008 - Does Islam or Christianity oppress women? Jay Smith and Mohamed Ali</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the discussion at the Premier Community</a></p> <p> </p>

<p>"Jesus and the Eyewitnesses" has been heralded as a paradigm shift in the way the authorship of the Gospels should be seen. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>They continue the debate next week...</p> <p><a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Jesus-Eyewitnesses-Gospels-Eyewitness-Testimony/dp/0802863906/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1251277431&sr=1-1'>Click here For Jesus and the Eyewitnesses</a></p> <p>For Richard Bauckham visit <a href='http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html'>http://www.ridley.cam.ac.uk/people/rbauckham.html</a></p> <p>For James Crossley see <a href='http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html'>http://shef.ac.uk/bibs/staff/jgc.html</a></p> <p>Listen to more Christian/non-Christian debates at <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>via podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B51D59EC4-5ED8-41FC-B79A-7CB2590EABE9%7D'>Unbelievable? 3 Jan 2009 Bart Ehrman & Peter Williams - "Misquoting Jesus: Do we have the original writings of the New Testament?"</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BFE6B5E54-449B-48D0-A438-A37DD1C8EB9F%7D'>Unbelievable? 17 Jan 2009 A believing and a non-believing New Testament scholar debate "How did Christianity begin?" - Michael Bird & James Crossley - Pt 1</a></p> <p><a href='http://http//www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the debate at the Premier Community</a></p>

<p>Many "New Atheists" have written books claiming that Christianity is bad for people. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Tom Price see: The Damaris Trust <a href='http://www.damaris.org/'>www.damaris.org</a> and the Oxford Centre for Christian apologetics <a href='http://www.theocca.org/'>http://www.theocca.org/</a></p> <p>For Barry Duke see: <a href='http://freethinker.co.uk/'>http://freethinker.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B5ADC9592-E032-4C6B-B0ED-F1051FFDBA82%7D'>Unbelievable? 24 Nov 2007 "I Sold My Soul on eBay" - the friendly atheist at a church near you... Tom Price & Hemant Mehta</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B9F9E2CFE-3187-4C7D-B1B8-71FB19705F09%7D'>Unbelievable? 3 Nov 2007 - The "New Atheism" - Barry Duke and David Marshall Debate</a></p> <p>You can also listen <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>via podcast</a> and <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>Itunes</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>The first of two programmes focussing on inter-Christian debates over doctrine.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For James White see <a href='http://www.aomin.org/'>www.aomin.org</a></p> <p>For Roger and Faith see <a href='http://www.ichthus.org.uk/'>www.ichthus.org.uk</a></p> <p>For more Faith debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>via podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may wish to listen to</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B457E6750-CF8B-4C74-8448-49813B414B39%7D'>Unbelievable? 15 Nov 2008 Does the Trinity lead to polytheism? James White of Alpha & Omega ministries debates Abdullah Al Andalusi</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD09A55A0-DEE1-4DC3-904A-53E33B9B841A%7D'>Unbelievable? 22 Mar 2008 Easter & the Atonement - does it make sense? Roger Forster debates humanist Marilyn Mason</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the discussion at the Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For James White see <a href='http://www.aomin.org/'>www.aomin.org</a></p> <p>For Roger and Faith see <a href='http://www.ichthus.org.uk/'>www.ichthus.org.uk</a></p> <p>For more faith debates visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>via podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may wish to listen to</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD4035731-93A8-4D8A-8DE7-F18028E1FD9F%7D'>Unbelievable? 15 Mar 2008 Christian Universalism - Will everyone be saved?</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BA00B81A4-6191-4425-9305-3084430275F2%7D'>Unbelievable? 1 Dec 2007 - Salvation: Grace or Works? A Jew & Christian compare approaches</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Get involved at the Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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?</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Michael Shermer see <a href='http://www.michaelshermer.com/'>www.michaelshermer.com</a></p> <p>For Adrian Holloway see <a href='http://www.christchurchlondon.org/team.php'>www.christchurchlondon.org/team.php</a></p> <p>For more Christian/Non-Christian debate <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also enjoy:</p> <p>Unbelievable? 17 Nov 2007 - Are miracles evidence for God? <a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BCDEBC00E-4713-4103-A9B4-2E0A1DA990AD%7D'>Miracles and healing - is it evidence for the truth of Christianity?</a></p> <p>Unbelievable? 10 May 2008 The gift of tongues - faith or fake? <a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8B5468E0-4892-4A1C-82AB-8A86F7A1DE4B%7D'>The gift of tongues - Faith or fake? Gerald Coates, Mark Johnston & Stephen Pilcher discuss.</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>A re-broadcast of a classic debate that won a New York Radio Festivals Gold medal.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For Peter S Williams: <a href='http://www.arn.org/authors/williams.html'>http://www.arn.org/authors/williams.html</a></p> <p>Peter Hearty recommends: <a href='http://www.talkorigins.org/'>http://www.talkorigins.org/</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian discussion visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this programme you may also like to listen to:</p> <p><a href='http://http//www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B446BF2D5-D507-4656-B200-A617F5EBD15A%7D'>Unbelievable? 21 Feb 2009 DNA & the origin of life - the cosmic fingerprints of God? Perry Marshall and Peter Hearty debate.</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B50A861B4-7228-4A9B-9D32-EA9BDBBC8E29%7D'>Unbelievable? 30 Aug 2008 Darwin vs Design Darwin vs Design - Dr. Tom Woodward & Peter Hearty</a></p> <p>Click <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>here to get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via itunes</a></p> <p>Join the debate at the <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Ibrahim Mogra represents the Muslim Council of Britain. He says that Muslims are only interested in living harmoniously within society.</p> <p>They discuss Sharia Law, multiculturalism, religious freedom and more.</p> <p>For Peter Hitchens visit <a href='http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/'>http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For The Muslim Council of Britain visit <a href='http://www.mcb.org.uk/'>www.mcb.org.uk</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian discussions visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> or <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> or <a href='http://ax.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/browserRedirect?url=itms%253A%252F%252Fax.itunes.apple.com%252FWebObjects%252FMZStore.woa%252Fwa%252FviewPodcast%253Fid%253D267142101'>via Itunes.</a></p> <p>If you enjoyed this show you may wish to listen to</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B7963091A-CFDC-4FAF-ADD4-229986CCF4F9%7D'>Unbelievable? 1 Mar 2008 Sharia law in the UK - Muslims & Christian debate.</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B95FA7EC8-7743-424B-B420-980E65506E2F%7D'>Unbelievable? 15 Dec 2007</a><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B95FA7EC8-7743-424B-B420-980E65506E2F%7D'> Jihad & terrorism - Does Islam need to be reformed?</a> </p> <p><a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>Join the discussion at the Premier Community</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>For more information on the debates from Sun 12 Jul 09 to Sat 18 Jul 09 see <a href='http://www.thedebateinitiative.com/'>www.thedebateinitiative.com</a> or <a href='http://www.answeringmuslims.com/'>www.answeringmuslims.com</a> </p> <p>If you enjoyed this show you may also want to listen to:</p> <p><a href='http://http//www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B98BB60EA-F1B9-47B5-89CE-ECB8AD75A53E%7D'>Unbelievable? 5 Jul 2008 Islam & Christianity -which is more relevant to Britain? Which is more relevant to 21st Century Britain: Islam or Christianity?</a></p> <p>For more Christian/Non-Christian discussion visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable</a> and <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>get the podcast</a> </p>