Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle Thompson

JUSTIN BRIERLEY | Why I'm Still a Christian (Ep. 746)

Apr 22, 2025

In this discussion, Justin Brierley, former host of the Unbelievable? show, shares insights from his experiences engaging with skeptics and atheists. He highlights the surprising resurgence of Christianity among young men in the UK and addresses the complexities of faith amid increasing immigration. Brierley explores how people seek meaning and tackle suffering, arguing for the historical validity of Jesus. He also discusses the challenges of faith deconstruction, advocating for a deeper understanding of belief rather than a complete abandonment.

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Justin Brierley

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A resurgence of interest in Christianity, particularly among young men, reflects a broader search for meaning amidst societal changes.

The complexities of Muslim immigration in the UK raise challenges related to cultural assimilation and social tensions, necessitating open dialogue.

The trend of deconstruction in faith highlights the need for individuals to rebuild cohesive belief systems to avoid uncertainty.

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The Surprising Rebirth of Christianity

Recent trends indicate a surprising resurgence of interest in Christianity, particularly among younger demographics. Notably, young men are increasingly attending church, reversing previous trends that showed greater female participation. This shift is attributed to a broader search for meaning and belonging, as many young men feel lost amidst societal changes and cultural expectations. Influential figures, including secular intellectuals, are also promoting discussions around faith, making it more relevant in contemporary conversations.

Intro

3min

Celebrating Milestones and New Beginnings in Faith

2min

Reviving Faith: Young Men and the Search for Meaning

15min

Enhancing Fitness with Tailored Programs and Support

3min

Navigating Modern Relationships and Faith

4min

Engaging Faith: The Case for Christianity

30min

Eyewitness Testimony and Faith Deconstruction

16min

Reflections on Faith and Resilience

2min

In this episode, we welcome Justin Brierley back to the show. He is the former host of the Unbelievable? radio show and podcast on Premier Christian Radio in the UK. He is the author of “The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers Are Considering Christianity Again” and his newest book “Why I’m Still a Christian: After Two Decades of Conversations with Skeptics and Atheists -- The Reason I Believe”. In this interview, we discuss the differences between being a Christian Apologist and a neutral moderator, the shocking increase in the number of young men going to church in the UK, the problems that have been created by the significant increase of Muslims immigrating to the UK, what atheists do to try and find “meaning”, how to deal with the problem of suffering, why it’s ignorant to maintain that Jesus was not a real historical figure, why people try to “reinvent Jesus” to their liking, how to have a “minimal facts approach” to the historicity of the Resurrection, how to approach “deconstruction” and “reconstruction”, and much more. Let’s get into it…

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Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle Thompson

JUSTIN BRIERLEY | Why I'm Still a Christian (Ep. 746)

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Surprising Rebirth of Christianity

Challenges of Cultural Assimilation in the UK

The Disconnect Between Secular Women and Faithful Men

The Role of Deconstruction in Faith

Addressing the Problem of Evil

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