Unbelievable?

<p>This last week saw US Intelligent Deisgn proponent Michael Behe on the "Darwin or Design?" speaking tour of the UK. As well as hosting an evening event, "Unbelievable?" invited him to discuss ID with theistic evolutionist Prof Michael Reiss in front of an invited audience.</p> <p>Michael Behe is professor of Biochemistry at LeHigh University, Pennsylvania. His book "Darwin's Black Box" launched the modern Intelligent Design movement which claims that aspects of biology are too compelx to have arisen by blind Darwinian processes but entail the guidance of an intelligent mind.</p> <p>Michael Reiss is Professor of Science Education at the Institute of Education. Ordained in the Church of England, he was formerly director of education at the Royal Society before stepping down amid controversy over statements he made about engaging with ID and creationism in the classroom.</p> <p>They engage the topic of ID and evolution in front of an audience of scientists, church and secular leaders at Charles Darwin house in London.</p> <p>They discuss the limits of science, whether ID is a religious movement, the place of ID in the classroom and take questions from the audience.</p> <p>For Michael Behe's visual presentation <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/~/media/87809B06C34444DDB31D8B016F711D4A.ashx'>http://www.premier.org.uk/~/media/87809B06C34444DDB31D8B016F711D4A.ashx</a></p> <p>For Michael Behe see <a href='http://www.lehigh.edu/~inbios/faculty/behe.html'>http://www.lehigh.edu/~inbios/faculty/behe.html</a></p> <p>For Michael Reiss see <a href='http://www.ioe.ac.uk/staff/GEMS/GEMS_71.html'>http://www.ioe.ac.uk/staff/GEMS/GEMS_71.html</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non-Christian discussions visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://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=%7BA942B34A-2BF8-482C-BA7C-61F3C95DC77A%7D'>Unbelievable? 23 Oct 2010 "Darwin's Black Box - Has modern Biochemistry shown that life was intelligently designed?" Michael Behe vs. Keith Fox </a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BA817E1CE-0454-4D94-99C7-B804C67F805C%7D'>Unbelievable? 20 Mar 2010 - "Expelled" live audience debate at Imperial College London - Susan Blackmore, Steve Fuller, Keith Fox & Alastair Noble</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the "Unbelievable?" page of the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>David Robertson is a Scottish church pastor and author of "The Dawkins Letters". He recently hosted the first Conference of the newly established Solas Centre for Public Christianity.</p> <p>As a key respondent to Dawkins he has earned himself the nickname "The Wee Flea". He takes questions from three skeptics on today's prgramme.</p> <p>Stephen Lees has come to doubt his once-held faith. He asks whether Christians are obliged to believe the miracles of the Bible. Agnostic Stephen Pilcher asks how it can be fair for God to send people to hell who simply don't find enough evidence for his existence. And atheist David Moser asks how prayer to an all knowing God makes sense.</p> <p>For David's Book "The Dawkins Letters" <a href='http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/node/13'>http://www.stpeters-dundee.org.uk/node/13</a></p> <p>For Solas <a href='http://www.solas-cpc.co.uk/blog'>http://www.solas-cpc.co.uk/blog</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=%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=%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>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>Richard Dawkins has said that "the theory of evolution made it possible to be an intellecually fulfilled atheist". But what if belief in evolution becomes irrational on atheist naturalism?</p> <p>Alvin Plantinga is one of the foremost Christian philosophers in the world and is leading a resurgence of Christian philosophy in North America. He has formulated the "Evolutionary Argument Against Naturalism" which proposes that if evolution is true then it provides a defeater for rational belief on a naturalistic framework. Can we trust our beliefs to be true if they have been produced by minds that are themselves the products of unguided evolution - a process that is geared towards producing beliefs for survival, not necessarily for truth?</p> ? <p>He explains the force of the argument and debates its implications with Stephen Law, atheist and Senior lecturer in philosophy at Heythrop college, University of London. Stephen is also Provost of the Centre for Inquiry UK.</p> <p>Plantinga also states where he stands on Intelligent Design, the problem of evil and a few other things besides.</p> <p>For Alvin Plantinga see <a href='http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alvin_Plantinga'>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alvin_Plantinga</a> for more links to Plantinga's work see <a href='http://philofreligion.homestead.com/plantingapage.html'>http://philofreligion.homestead.com/plantingapage.html</a></p> <p>For Stephen Law see <a href='http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/'>http://stephenlaw.blogspot.com/</a> or <a href='http://www.cfilondon.org/'>http://www.cfilondon.org/</a></p> <p>For more discussions visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://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 discussion you may also want to hear:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7Bb780f9ab-e5cc-4f5f-b806-d9b6ee3f0e10%7D'>Unbelievable? 1 May 2010 Test of Faith: Do we need God, now that we have science? Christian Denis Alexander vs Atheist Stephen Law</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7Bee96de37-d9c2-4cc5-9c1b-d375a5393e9b%7D'>Unbelievable? 26 Jul 2008 American Masters of Apologetics Pt 3: Alvin Plantinga</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>Both guests on today's show are Christians, both are gay, and both run ministries supporting Christians of homosexual orientation.</p> <p>However a very different ethos underpins each. The True Freedom Trust, run by Jonathan Berry believes that Christians with homosexual orientation should abstain from sexual practise. Courage, run by Jeremy Marks accepts committed same-sex relationships between Christians.</p> <p>Courage adopted its new position in 2001. Jeremy explains why, and Jonathan responds. Sharing their own stories, they debate the best way of supporting gay Christians and why they differ on Biblical teachings about homosexuality</p> <p>For True Freedom Trust <a href='http://www.truefreedomtrust.co.uk/'>http://www.truefreedomtrust.co.uk/</a></p> <p>For Courage <a href='http://www.courage.org.uk/'>http://www.courage.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For more discussions visit <a href='http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable'>http://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 discussion you may also want to hear:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7BD53026A1-B34B-4114-9072-6E3AE0FFA58B%7D'>Unbelievable? 29 May 2010 - This first show addresses the main scriptural passages that relate to homosexuality.</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B4B345794-4F70-4D67-AA14-37688A649FB0%7D'>Unbelievable? 5 Jun 2010 - Homosexuality and the Church - This second show addresses whether the church is homophobic in its attitude towards gay people</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>Michael Behe is professor of biochemistry at Lehigh University, Pennsylvania and the founder of the modern Intelligent Design movement. His book "Darwin's Black Box" ignited the controversy 14 years ago when it claimed that certain molecular machines and biological processes are "irreducibly complex" and cannot be explained by Darwinian evolution.</p> <p>His new book "The Edge of Evolution" takes his conclusions further, arguing that the Darwinian processes of random mutation and natural selection are incapable of producing the variation and complexity we see in most of life.</p> <p>So can we conclude that life was intelligently designed by a creator?</p> <p>Keith Fox is Professor of biochemistry at the University of Southampton and chairman of Christians in Science. As a theistic evolutionist he believes that Evolution is the best explanation going for the complexity we see and that ID is a blind scientific alley and theologically unappealing to boot.</p> <p>They debate whether micromachines in the cell such as the "bacterial flagellum" could have evolved by a Darwinian process of evolution. When inference to design is and isn't acceptable in science. Whether random mutation can mathematically stack up to complex life, and whether God is reduced to a divine "tinkerer" by ID.</p> <p>For Michael Behe see <a href='http://www.lehigh.edu/~inbios/faculty/behe.html'>http://www.lehigh.edu/~inbios/faculty/behe.html</a> or <a href='http://www.darwinordesign.org.uk/'>http://www.darwinordesign.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For Keith Fox see <a href='http://www.cis.org.uk/resources/interviews/keith-fox'>http://www.cis.org.uk/resources/interviews/keith-fox</a> and for the CIS conference 2010 <a href='http://www.cis.org.uk/'>http://www.cis.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For more 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=%7BA817E1CE-0454-4D94-99C7-B804C67F805C%7D'>Unbelievable? 20 Mar 2010 - Expelled" live audience debate at Imperial College London - Susan Blackmore, Steve Fuller, Keith Fox & Alastair Noble</a></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=%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>Join in 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>C.S. Lewis was one of the most influential Christian writers of the 20th Century and remains so today. Many are familiar with his Narnia stories, but he was also a populariser of Christian apologetics, and continues to be the first place that many encounter the key arguments for Christian faith.</p> <p>60 years on from when they were written, are his arguments for God and Christ still compelling? We look at Lewis' Natural Law argument for God in "Mere Christianity", his Argument from Reason in "Miracles" and his classic 'Trilemma' - Jesus is either a liar, lunatic, or Lord.</p> <p>Michael Ward is Chaplain of St. Peter's College, Oxford and a research fellow at the Independent Institute. He is a leading authority on CS Lewis. His books "Planet Narnia" and "The Narnia Code" unearthed a hidden dimension to the Narnia chronicles. He also lectures on the apologetics of C.S. Lewis.</p> <p>Dan Barker is a US atheist and heads up the Freedom From Religion Foundation. As a Christian he read "Mere Christianity" but on re-reading it as an atheist found it unconvincing.</p> <p>They debate the faith, philosophy and apologeics of CS Lewis.</p> <p>For Michael Ward see <a href='http://www.planetnarnia.com/'>http://www.planetnarnia.com/</a> or <a href='http://www.independent.org/aboutus/person_detail.asp?id=1333'>http://www.independent.org/aboutus/person_detail.asp?id=1333</a></p> <p>For the new book "The Narnia Code" <a href='http://www.amazon.com/Narnia-Code-Lewis-Secret-Heavens/dp/1414339658/ref=pd_sim_b_3'>http://www.amazon.com/Narnia-Code-Lewis-Secret-Heavens/dp/1414339658/ref=pd_sim_b_3</a></p> <p>For Dan Barker and his book "Godless" see <a href='http://www.ffrf.org/'>http://www.ffrf.org/</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 discussion try these:</p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B46D43E93-4CC7-4518-B482-A3E28DAC4A45%7D'>Unbelievable? 6 Jun 2009 Narnia & CS Lewis - a skeptic and Christian discuss - Michael Ward & Laura Miller </a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B031f3ca7-4a7e-47d8-a351-c326861c712f%7D'>Unbelievable? 5 Dec 2009 - Are we better off free from religion? Atheist Dan Barker vs. Christian Charles Foster</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B8C40D9DC-9FFE-4E03-9541-72004F6A822B%7D'>Unbelievable? 10 Oct 2009 - Is the divinity of Jesus at odds with Jewish Monotheism? Richard Bauckham & James Crossley.</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>Torturing children for fun - is that absolutely wrong?</p> <p>The Moral Argument for God states that there are such things as objective moral facts, and that objective moral facts must have an immaterial source - namely God. Therefore God Exists... Simple right?</p> <p>However, atheist Cambridge Philosopher Arif Ahmed disagrees with the first two premises. He debates with New Zealand's Christian philosopher Glenn People's on whether the argument proves the existence of God.</p> <p>So, are moral beliefs nothing more than our "preferences"? What do we do with the intuition that certain things are absolutely wrong? Are atheists who affirm moral facts but deny God, being inconsistent?</p> <p>For Glenn People's blog visit <a href='http://www.beretta-online.com/wordpress/'>http://www.beretta-online.com/wordpress/</a></p> <p>For Arif Ahmed see <a href='http://www.phil.cam.ac.uk/teaching_staff/ahmed/ahmed_index.html'>http://www.phil.cam.ac.uk/teaching_staff/ahmed/ahmed_index.html</a></p> <p>For more Christian/non Christian debates and discussions 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/podcast/unbelievable/id267142101'>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=%7BA6B31A53-8D70-44A0-8FC1-F6C7212DD25F%7D'>Unbelievable? 7 Mar 2009 "The Reason for God" - Pastor Timothy Keller & Atheist Norman Bacrac</a></p> <p>To join the discussion at the Premier Community visit <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, Daniel Dennett & Sam Harris are all figures at the vanguard of the "New Atheism". The books have sold well, but where does this form of confrontational and outspoken atheism have to go next?</p> <p>Alister McGrath is Theology professor at Kings College London and regularly speaks and writes against Atheism. He says that there's nothing "new" about New Atheism and that it exhibits all the signs of being a religious form of belief itself.</p> <p>Caspar Melville is editor of the UK's New Humanist magazine. He says that "New Atheism" has been good for business and is provoking a debate that needs to be had.</p> <p>They debate whether there is a historical naivety to the movement, Dawkins' claim that "I just believe in one less god than you" and much more besides.</p> <p>For Alister McGrath see <a href='http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/'>http://users.ox.ac.uk/~mcgrath/</a></p> <p>For Caspar Melville see <a href='http://www.newhumanist.org.uk/'>http://www.newhumanist.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 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=%7B0aff573e-5f1b-4f97-9db3-f9f063572e7d%7D'>Unbelievable? 14 Nov 2009 - Alister McGrath on Atheism, theology and defending the faith</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B07a52610-26c9-411c-bc48-35c60b4192b4%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Dec 2009 Richard Dawkins debate on "Atheism is the New Fundamentalism" - review with interviews</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 return to listener questions on whether Hawking was right or wrong to dismiss God as a cause of the universe in his new book "The Grand Design".</p> <p>John Polkinghorne is a theoretical physicist and Anglican Priest in Cambridge. Hugh Ross is a Christian physicist and founder of "Reasons to Believe".</p> <p>They tackle questions on whether the multiverse is really an alternative to God in explaining our fine-tuned universe. What physicists really mean when they say the universe came into being "out of nothing", and whether the massive size of the universe makes our existence insignificant.</p> <p>For Hugh Ross see <a href='http://www.reasons.org/resources'>http://www.reasons.org/resources</a></p> <p>For John Polkinghorne see <a href='http://www.polkinghorne.net/'>http://www.polkinghorne.net/</a></p> <p>For more debates and discussions 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/podcast/unbelievable/id267142101'>Itunes</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>As Pope Benedict XVI undertakes a four day tour of Britain we explore the theology of the Roman Catholic Church.</p> <p>What is the Catholic view of the role of the Pope? How do they ground his authority as head of the church in Scripture? Is he God's representative or mediator on earth? What does it mean to speak of his "infallible" statements? Is Catholic tradition a part of God's revelation alongside scripture? </p> <p>William Johnston was ordained in the Anglican Church before going "over to Rome" because of a felt lack of authority in the Anglican church. He says the Pope's role as ultimate arbiter of authority in the church is essential.</p> <p>Duncan Boyd of the Protestant Truth Society believes Roman Catholicism is a false religion and the Pope is a heretic. He argues that the role of the Pope is unscriptural along with many of the doctrines of the Catholic church.</p> <p>For more on Roman Catholic teaching see <a href='http://www.catholicchurch.org.uk/Catholic-Church/what_does_the_catholic_church_teach/catechism'>http://www.catholicchurch.org.uk/Catholic-Church/what_does_the_catholic_church_teach/catechism</a></p> <p>For William Johnstone <a href='http://www.catholicvoices.org.uk/team'>http://www.catholicvoices.org.uk/team</a></p> <p>For the Protestant Truth Society see <a href='http://www.protestant-truth.org/'>http://www.protestant-truth.org/</a></p> <p>For Duncan Boyd <a href='http://protestant-truth.org/aboutus/duncan_boyd.html'>http://protestant-truth.org/aboutus/duncan_boyd.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> at <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</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=%7BCB12F0A3-D683-46C6-945B-04A232AAAA11%7D'>Unbelievable? 11 Sep 2010 - "Is the Catholic Church a force for Good or Evil?" - Catholic Peter D Williams & Humanist Andrew Copson</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B9d60d140-3cfe-4346-b896-f948dde8803e%7D'>Unbelievable? 16 May 2009 - A Response to Angels & Demons - Ged Clapson, Susan Fani, David Wilkinson & Robert Stovold</a></p> <p>Join the debate at the Premier Community <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>We return to listener questions on whether Hawking was right or wrong to dismiss God as a cause of the universe in his new book "The Grand Design".</p> <p>John Polkinghorne is a theoretical physicist and Anglican Priest in Cambridge. Hugh Ross is a Christian physicist and founder of "Reasons to Believe".</p> <p>They tackle questions on whether the multiverse is really an alternative to God in explaining our fine-tuned universe. What physicists really mean when they say the universe came into being "out of nothing", and whether the massive size of the universe makes our existence insignificant.</p> <p>For Hugh Ross see <a href='http://www.reasons.org/resources'>http://www.reasons.org/resources</a></p> <p>For John Polkinghorne see <a href='http://www.polkinghorne.net/'>http://www.polkinghorne.net/</a></p> <p>For more debates and discussions 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/podcast/unbelievable/id267142101'>Itunes</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>With the visit of Pope Benedict XVI to the UK, some are protesting that his visit should not be sponsored by the State. They say that the Catholic church is a force for bad in the light of its record on human rights, child abuse and past persecution.</p> <p>Peter D Williams, a young "revert" to Catholicism from atheism argues the Catholic church's record of wrongs has been overstated and misunderstood and that it remains the most beneficial institution in the world today. </p> <p>Andrew Copson, Director of the British Humanist Association and part of the Protest the Pope Coalition argues that the Pope should not visit the UK in the manner of a head of State and that the record of the Catholic church undermines its claim to be a force for good.</p> <p>For Peter D Williams see <a href='http://www.catholicvoices.org.uk/team'>http://www.catholicvoices.org.uk/team</a></p> <p>For Andrew Copson see <a href='http://www.humanism.org.uk/home'>http://www.humanism.org.uk/home</a></p> <p>For the IQ2 debate see <a href='http://www.intelligencesquared.com/events/catholic-church'>http://www.intelligencesquared.com/events/catholic-church</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> at <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</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=%7BA38F73AE-63C0-467D-8A79-DECA4D07B1CD%7D'>Unbelievable? 27 Feb 2010 - Stop worrying and enjoy your life" - are we better off without God in Britain? Andrew Copson of the British Humanist Association vs. David Robertson</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B07A52610-26C9-411C-BC48-35C60B4192B4%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Dec 2009 - Dawkins debate on "Atheism is the New Fundamentalism" - review with interviews</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>Christians have traditionally held that humans comprise two things - a body and a soul. Christian Philosophers have written in defence of the soul against a reductive atheism that claims we are material beings alone.</p> <p>But a new movement in Christian philosophy claims that the atheists are correct, at least when it comes to humans.</p> <p>Glenn Peoples is a Christian philosopher who subscribes to physicalism - that humans are only physical and they have no immaterial soul. He explains how he arrived at that view from Scripture and how he defends it philosophically, without giving up an evangelical Christian view.</p> <p>Prof John Haldane is a Christian philosopher at St Andrews University in Scotland. He believes that Christian faith and Philosophy bear witness to an immaterial soul - though his "Thomistic" view defends it differently to the prevailing trend.</p> <p>For Glenn Peoples Blog visit <a href='http://www.beretta-online.com/wordpress/'>http://www.beretta-online.com/wordpress/</a></p> <p>For John Haldane see <a href='http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/~jjh1/'>http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/~jjh1/</a></p> <p>For John's Book "Reasonable Faith" see <a href='http://www.amazon.com/Reasonable-Faith-John-Haldane/dp/0415430240/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpi_1'>http://www.amazon.com/Reasonable-Faith-John-Haldane/dp/0415430240/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpi_1</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 at <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</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=%7B4086D160-F75F-4EAE-8875-2FCF52BFACC6%7D'>Unbelievable? 17 Jul 2010 - Wired for God? The biology of spiritual experience - Christian Charles Foster & Atheist Susan Blackmore</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7Bf4cabbbf-859a-45ea-984a-1892586b32ea%7D'>Unbelievable? 23 Aug 2008 - Why there almost certainly IS a God: Keith Ward and Robert Stovold</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 Byrom says he is "very nearly" convinced of Christianity. Having dallied with an atheist perspective he now rejects many of those arguments. However one area of theology he doesn't feel is clear is the question of Adam and Eve and the Fall.</p> <p>Who were Adam and Eve - a historical couple or a metaphor for the human condition? Why did their rebellion impact the whole of humanity? How can we reconcile original sin with human free will?</p> <p>Peter Sanlon is a lecturer in theology at Oakhill College. He responds to the theology. Prof Norman Nevin is Emeritus professor of Medical Genetics at Queens University Belfast. He responds to scientific aspects of the discussion.</p> <p>For Peter Sanlon see <a href='http://grace-city.blogspot.com/'>http://grace-city.blogspot.com/</a> or <a href='http://www.oakhill.ac.uk/'>http://www.oakhill.ac.uk/</a></p> <p>Norman Nevin is the Editor of "Should Christians Embrace Evolution?" <a href='http://www.ivpbooks.com/9781844744060'>http://www.ivpbooks.com/9781844744060</a></p> <p>To see Peter Byrom quiz Dawkins on why he won't debate William Lane Craig <a href='http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFamS4RGE_A'>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFamS4RGE_A</a></p> <p>Peter Byrom is a member of the Premier Community - you can interact with the show there too <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</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 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=%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=%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>The place where many Christians engage with atheists about belief is online. But why do both sides turn up to engage in the conversation, and what is the fruit?</p> <p>Todd Pitner and Richard Morgan are adult converts to Christianity who often engage in apologetics debate online. They meet face to face with Paul Baird - one of the many atheists they debate online.</p> <p>All three are members of the Premier Community where apologetics debate is common at the "Unbelievable?" group <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p> <p>They discuss the different style, tactics and motives of those who participate and whether atheists or Christians are prepared to change their mind.</p> <p>For Todd's apologetics website see <a href='http://www.iloveatheists.com/'>http://www.iloveatheists.com/</a></p> <p>For Richard's musical talents see <a href='http://www.myspace.com/morgansoriginals'>http://www.myspace.com/morgansoriginals</a></p> <p>For Paul Baird's new blog <a href='http://patientandpersistant.blogspot.com/'>http://patientandpersistant.blogspot.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 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=%7B6c90c20e-ba2a-438d-abf0-18d1794e4b7b%7D'>Unbelievable? 27 Mar 2010 - Former atheists conversion experiences - Is it evidence for God? Richard Morgan & Todd Pitner with atheist Gordon Livesey</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>Should people suffering from terminal illness or in terrible pain be allowed to take their own life? Should doctors help them? </p> <p>British law currently forbids it but there are voices asking for a change. At the forefront is "Dignity in Dying" whose Chief-Executive Sarah Wootton argues that allowing people to choose when and how they die is an extension of personal liberty.</p> <p>Revd George Pitcher is an Anglican priest. He argues in his new book "A Time To Live - the argument against euthanasia and assisted dying", that human dignity requires us to respect human life.</p> <p>Both the legal and Christian ramifications are discussed as they are joined by Revd Paul Badham, also an ordained Anglican who believes that assisted-dying is a moral option.</p> <p>For George Pitcher's book "A Time to Live" see <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Time-Live-Against-Euthanasia-Assisted/dp/1854249878/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1281622100&sr=1-1'>http://www.amazon.co.uk/Time-Live-Against-Euthanasia-Assisted/dp/1854249878/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1281622100&sr=1-1</a></p> <p>For Paul Badham's book "Is there a Christian case for Assisted dying?" see <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/There-Christian-Case-Assisted-Dying/dp/0281059195'>http://www.amazon.co.uk/There-Christian-Case-Assisted-Dying/dp/0281059195</a></p> <p>For Dignity in Dying see <a href='http://www.dignityindying.org.uk/'>http://www.dignityindying.org.uk/</a></p> <p>For an anti-euthanasia viewpoint see <a href='http://www.carenotkilling.org.uk/'>http://www.carenotkilling.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 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=%7B29fcebb0-0e23-419f-8a67-5d077ec1fbfb%7D'>Unbelievable? 25 Apr 2009 Euthanasia - Should it be legalised? Lord Dick Taverne & Dan Boucher</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B60aee451-8759-4519-8c36-8c6ca53fd154%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Jan 2008 Human Fertilisation & Embryology - are we playing God?</a></p> <p>Join the discussion at the Unbelievable? group of the Premier Community online <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</a></p>

<p>"Arguing against God's existence is on a par with arguing against air, breathing it all the while". So says the website of Sye TenBrugencatte who believes that Christians need to rediscover the power of 'presuppositional apologetics'.</p> <p>Our use of the laws of logic, mathematics, science and morality cannot be accounted for unless we believe in a God who guarantees our perceptions and reasoning is trustworthy in the first place.</p> <p>Paul Baird describes himself as a "freethinker". He debates whether he is obliged to believe in God when faced by Sye who argues that atheists are effectively "suppressing" the truth of God that is self evident - as described in Romans Ch 1.</p> <p>Sye's website is <a href='http://www.proofthatgodexists.org/'>http://www.proofthatgodexists.org/</a></p> <p>Paul Baird and Sye TenBruggencate are both online members of the "Unbelievable?" Group of the Premier Community and will be continuing to discuss there. Check it out at <a href='http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable'>http://www.premiercommunity.org.uk/group/unbelievable</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 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=%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=%7B73B3714C-C070-4C75-AB84-5E632408DF0D%7D'>Unbelievable? 1 Nov 2008 - Atheist Bus Campaign: Its creator Ariane Sherine, Humanist Hanne Stinson and Christian Paul Woolley debate</a></p>

<p>The resurrection of Christ is fundamental to the Christian faith. However, not all Christians agree on how it should be interpreted.</p> <p>Adrian Warnock is a church leader, blogger and author. His book "Raised with Christ" aims to put the resurrection of Jesus back at the centre of all Christian theology. He says that acceptance of the doctrine of the physical resurrection of Jesus is fundamental to being a Christian.</p> <p>Jonathan Clatworthy of "Modern Church" represents a liberal view. He says that the Bible supports a merely "spiritual" resurrection and that a thoughtful theology requires such a view.</p> <p>They debate the implications of the Biblical interpretation, resurrection of the dead, and knowing the 'power' of the resurrection from their different perspectives. </p> <p>For Adrian's popular blog and the book see <a href='http://adrianwarnock.com/'>http://adrianwarnock.com/</a></p> <p>For Jonathan Clatworthy and "Modern Church" see <a href='http://www.modchurchunion.org/'>http://www.modchurchunion.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 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=%7B45DEA5BB-8D8F-4757-A1CC-75D6FFF8AA90%7D'>Unbelievable? 12 Jul 2008 - American Masters of Apologetics Pt 1: Gary Habermas.</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B365F1882-216C-4343-A026-48C7EDA11D82%7D'>Unbelievable? 11 Apr 2009 - Atheist Steven Carr & Canon Michael Cole - Did Jesus Rise from the dead? An atheist perspective</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>Is belief in the supernatural inherent from birth? Is Christianity a psychological crutch or a path to emotional wholeness? Is God belief simply a result of evolution? Would it make belief untrue if it were?</p> <p>These and other questions are discussed by atheist psychological therapist Martyn Frame and Christian tutor of psychology of religion Revd Dr Joanna Collicut McGrath.</p> <p>Martyn believes that religious belief can be given a psychological evolutionary explanation that precludes need for belief in God. Joanna argues that such theories are sketchy at best and that humanity's religious longings can't be rationalised so easily.</p> <p>For Joanna Collicut McGrath see <a href='http://www.heythrop.ac.uk/about-us/college-staff/academic-staff/dr-joanna-collicutt.html'>http://www.heythrop.ac.uk/about-us/college-staff/academic-staff/dr-joanna-collicutt.html</a></p> <p>"The Dawkins Delusion" co-authored with her husband Alister Mcgrath can be found on Amazon <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dawkins-Delusion-Atheist-Fundamentalism-Denial/dp/0281059276/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1279785908&sr=1-1'>here </a></p> <p>Martyn Frame's profile page at the Premier Community <a href='http://premiercommunity.ning.com/profile/MartynFrame?xg_source=activity'>http://premiercommunity.ning.com/profile/MartynFrame?xg_source=activity</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 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=%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=%7B98B53C85-C1F0-4378-97A7-C4EAD0B11DC5%7D'>Unbelievable? 19 Dec 2009 - What does Science Tell us about God?" - Atheist scientist Lewis Wolpert debates believing scientist Russell Cowburn</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>From shamanism, hallucenogenic drugs, out-of-body experiences, to being "filled with the Spirit". Christian author and barrister Charles Foster draws on these and many more to examine the biological evidence of what happens when people claim supernatural experiences.</p> <p>Is there room left for God? Yes, says Foster, whose own experience of the Holy Spirit led him to research why our brains seem to be wired for God to communicate with us.</p> <p>Susan Blackmore is an atheist and Professor of Psychology. She reveals how her own 'Out of Body Experience' as a student led to research that ultimately convinced her that no "supernatural" activity is needed to account for these type of phenomena.</p> <p>They debate the issues, including whether Consciousness itself can be given a naturalistic explanation. </p> <p>For Charles Foster see <a href='http://www.charlesfoster.co.uk/'>http://www.charlesfoster.co.uk/</a></p> <p>To buy "Wired for God?" visit <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/'>http://www.amazon.co.uk</a> or <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=foster+wired+for+god&x=0&y=0'>click here</a></p> <p>For Sue Blackmore see <a href='http://www.susanblackmore.co.uk/'>http://www.susanblackmore.co.uk/</a></p> <p>To buy "Consciousness: An introduction" visit <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/'>http://www.amazon.co.uk</a> or <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Consciousness-Introduction-Susan-Blackmore/dp/144410487X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1279197532&sr=8-2'>click here</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 at <a href='http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx'>http://ondemand.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/AudioFeed.aspx</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=%7B6c90c20e-ba2a-438d-abf0-18d1794e4b7b%7D'>Unbelievable? 27 Mar 2010 - Former atheists conversion experiences - Is it evidence for God? Richard Morgan & Todd Pitner with atheist Gordon Livesey</a></p> <p><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7Bf4cabbbf-859a-45ea-984a-1892586b32ea%7D'>Unbelievable? 23 Aug 2008 - Why there almost certainly IS a God: Keith Ward and Robert Stovold</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>'B Strong' is a former Christian who lost his faith after examining the claims of the Bible. His booklet "Jesus is a hoax" claims, among many things, that the Apostle Paul was mentally ill due to his fanatical pre and post-conversion behaviour. It also claims Jesus is one of the greatest hoaxes of history.</p> <p>John Tancock (JT) is a Welsh church leader and apologist. He engages the sceptical arguments on Paul and Jesus. He believes Jesus is one of the best attested historical character of antiquity and that the Apostle Paul one of his most reliable (and perfectly sane) witnesses.</p> <p>They will continue 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>For JT's Youtube apologetics videos see <a href='http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=john+tancock&suggested_categories=22&page=1'>http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=john+tancock&suggested_categories=22&page=1</a></p> <p>To get in touch with JT directly email [email protected]</p> <p>For B Strong's booklets and blog see <a href='http://s2.webstarts.com/wowbooks/'>http://s2.webstarts.com/wowbooks/</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://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 discussion then you will probably 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=%7B9A7A4F73-38F7-4023-A422-DBBAB95936CC%7D'>Unbelievable? 26 Apr 2008 Proof for the Resurrection - </a>Evangelist Tony Costa & Atheist Ken Humphreys debate. </p>

<p>The first of two shows featuring atheist US physicist Victor Stenger, author of NY Times bestseller "God: The failed Hypothesis".</p> <p>Stenger claims that Christian belief has been a block to science historically and that science has shown the Universe to look "Exactly as it would if there were no God".</p> <p>Steve Fuller is Professor of Sociology at Warwick University. He takes issue with the current wave of scientific atheism and in his new book "Science" (The Art of Living Series, Acumen) says that science can't be done without the concept of God at its heart.</p> <p>For Victor Stenger see <a href='http://www.colorado.edu/philosophy/vstenger/VWeb/Home.html'>http://www.colorado.edu/philosophy/vstenger/VWeb/Home.html</a></p> <p>To buy the book "God: the failed hypothesis" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/God-Failed-Hypothesis-Science-Shows/dp/1591024811'>http://www.amazon.co.uk/God-Failed-Hypothesis-Science-Shows/dp/1591024811</a></p> <p>For Steve Fuller see <a href='http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/sociology/staff/academicstaff/sfuller/fullers_index'>http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/sociology/staff/academicstaff/sfuller/fullers_index</a></p> <p>For "Science (Art of Living)" <a href='http://www.amazon.co.uk/Science-Art-Living-Steve-Fuller/dp/1844652041'>http://www.amazon.co.uk/Science-Art-Living-Steve-Fuller/dp/1844652041</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><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><a href='http://www.premierradio.org.uk/listen/ondemand.aspx?mediaid=%7B6F957207-7564-4B70-AA1E-AD9474E8C768%7D'>Unbelievable? 8 Nov 2008 - Richard Dawkins & John Lennox's Oxford debate - a review with interviews and comment</a></p> <p>Join in 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>Can we use science to ascertain whether prayer works? Data from a series of prayer experiments is part of the evidence that US atheist scientist Victor Stenger uses to build the case against God in his best-selling book "God: The failed hypothesis".</p> <p>David Bartholomew is a Christian and Emeritus Professor of Statistics at the London School of Economics. He has written a paper contesting Stenger's use of data to disprove God as invalid.</p> <p>They debate the issues on whether we can detect or disprove God using scientific methods.</p> <p>For Victor Stenger see <a href='http://www.colorado.edu/philosophy/vstenger/VWeb/Media.html'>http://www.colorado.edu/philosophy/vstenger/VWeb/Media.html</a></p> <p>For David Bartholomew see <a href='http://www.djbartholomew.com/'>http://www.djbartholomew.com/</a></p> <p>For the Science and Christian Belief Journal his paper will be published in <a href='http://www.scienceandchristianbelief.org/'>http://www.scienceandchristianbelief.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=%7BCEC5FC7C-DF69-4638-AD36-3F7765098E8D%7D'>Unbelievable? 26 Jun 2010 - "Is God a Failed hypothesis - philosophically?" Atheist US physicist Victor Stenger vs. Prof of Sociology Steve Fuller</a></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>To join the discussion visit 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>

<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>

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>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>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>"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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>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>