NT Wright, a theologian and author, answers audience questions on evangelism and the gospel. Topics include personal journeys to Christianity, historical arguments for the resurrection of Jesus, the concept of God incarnate, the power of storytelling in the Bible, and reframing the way people share the gospel.
Tom emphasizes the historical arguments for Jesus' resurrection and the transformative impact of Christianity in society.
Tom advises grounding the story of Jesus in the Gospels, understanding cultural differences, and pointing to the historical and transformative aspects of the faith.
Deep dives
The Personal Journey to Christianity
Tom shares his personal experience of becoming a Christian, highlighting a vivid moment of realizing God's love and the significance of Jesus' sacrifice.
Engaging with Criticism and Belittlement
Tom discusses how to interact with individuals who belittle people of faith, using the example of Dr. Alice Roberts' remarks on Twitter. He emphasizes the historical arguments for Jesus' resurrection and the transformative impact of Christianity in society.
Sharing the Story of Jesus in Different Contexts
Tom addresses the challenge of presenting the story of Jesus in diverse cultural and religious contexts, citing examples of sharing Christianity in Ireland and India. He advises grounding the story in the Gospels, understanding cultural differences, and pointing to the historical and transformative aspects of the faith.