John Anderson: Conversations Why Christianity Still Defines Us | Greg Sheridan
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Sep 19, 2025 
Greg Sheridan, an esteemed journalist and author, dives deep into Christianity's significant role in Western civilization. He discusses how the decline of faith aligns with societal crises and argues for Christianity's enduring value. Sheridan shares inspiring stories from early Christians, highlighting their transformative impact on families and society. He also addresses modern themes, such as the rise of neo-paganism and the importance of storytelling in fostering renewal. Contemporary examples of forgiveness and cultural influences illustrate the ongoing relevance of Christian principles.
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Faith Shapes Culture And Politics
- Sheridan links Western societal crises to the decline of Christian faith and its moral framework.
- He argues culture flows from faith and abandoning transcendent belief invites social and political disorder.
Early Christians Enter A Brutal World
- Sheridan recounts how early Christians entered a violent Greco-Roman world that treated people as property and normalised cruelty.
- He describes gladiatorial games and the routine abandonment of infant girls to illustrate that context.
Universalism Upended Ancient Hierarchy
- Early Christianity promoted radical universalism: 'neither Jew nor Gentile, slave nor free, male and female'.
- Sheridan claims that universalism was historically revolutionary and reshaped Western values.
