
Pints with Jack: The C.S. Lewis Podcast S1E2 – MC – “Preface” (Part 2)
Oct 1, 2017
Dive into the intriguing world of C.S. Lewis as hosts reflect on the origins of 'Mere Christianity', highlighting its purpose beyond denominational divides. They tackle Lewis's omissions concerning Mary and contraception, delving into personal insights and historical contexts. The discussion challenges the meaning of 'Christian', emphasizing the importance of inner disposition over labels. With a clever metaphor of a hallway, Lewis invites seekers to explore faith with kindness, advocating for a truth-centered approach to choosing a denomination.
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Intro
00:00 • 13sec
Podcast purpose and setup
00:13 • 59sec
Recap: origin of Mere Christianity
01:12 • 39sec
Why Lewis omits Mary and contraception
01:51 • 46sec
Personal reflections on Mary
02:37 • 2min
Contraception, history and Lewis's restraint
04:29 • 3min
Debate over the term 'Christian'
07:36 • 4min
Judging others and inner disposition
11:08 • 3min
Who are the apostles' followers?
14:02 • 2min
Mere Christianity as the hallway metaphor
16:22 • 2min
Choosing a room by truth, not taste
17:52 • 2min
Warnings about church consumerism
19:39 • 2min
Be kind to those in other rooms
22:02 • 5min
Outro
26:55 • 37sec
