Justin Brierley, an English academic and Christian apologist, dives into the cultural shifts reshaping Western beliefs. He discusses the peak and fall of New Atheism, revealing its splintering due to dogmatism. Brierley highlights how secular thinkers like Jordan Peterson are revitalizing interest in Christianity. The conversation also tackles suffering and the resurrection of Jesus, emphasizing the relevance of Christian ethics in today's dialogue on romance and relationships. His insights stress the potential for faith's resurgence among younger generations.

Justin Brierley, Christian apologist and author, explores the surprising rebirth of belief in God and the impact of the new atheist movement. He discusses the decline of religious belief in the UK and shifting perspectives towards religion among prominent atheists. The chapter also delves into the rise of a social justice religion and shares a story about an atheist philosopher who participated in an audacious hoax.

In 2019, Justin Brierley swapped his moderator’s chair for being a debater in a live show recorded in front of a student audience at Oxford University. He engaged atheist Stephen Woodford who runs the YouTube channel Rationality Rules on the question ‘Is it rational to be a Christian?’   • Subscribe to the Unbelievable? podcast: https://pod.link/267142101 • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For online learning: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training • Support us in the USA: http://www.premierinsight.org/unbelievableshow • Support us in the rest of the world: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/donate

Justin Brierley, a believer in the rebirth of belief in God, discusses the decline of the New Atheist movement and the signs of a Christian renewal. They explore the contrasting stories of secular materialism and Christianity, the reasons behind the belief in a renewal of Christianity in the West, and principles for churches to receive meaning refugees. They also discuss the patterns of renewal and decline within the church and the guest's spiritual life and dedication to sharing the gospel.

Justin Brierley is a freelance writer, speaker and broadcaster known for creating dialogues between Christians and non-Christians. Justin is passionate about conversations around faith, science, theology and culture. Through creative use of podcast, radio, print, video and social media, he aims to showcase an intellectually compelling case for Christianity, while taking seriously the questions and objections of skeptics. Justin has worked in radio, podcast and video for over two decades. Until April 2023 he was Theology & Apologetics Editor for Premier Christian Radio, and hosted the Unbelievable? radio show and podcast as well as the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast. Justin was also editor of Premier Christianity magazine from 2014-2018, for which he continues to contribute articles. Justin's first book Unbelievable? Why, after ten years of talking with atheists, I'm still a Christian (SPCK) was published in 2017. Justin currently co-hosts the Re-Enchanting podcast for Seen & Unseen, and is a guest presenter for the Maybe God podcast. His next book The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God (Tyndale) will be published in Sep 2023. In this podcast conversation, Justin and I talk about the subtitle of his forthcoming book: "Why new atheism grew old and secular thinkers are considering Christianity again." Learn more about Justin from his website: https://justinbrierley.com Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Brierley, host of the Unbelievable? Podcast, discusses the decline of New Atheism and the resurgence of belief in God among intellectuals. The podcast also explores the impact of historical immigration patterns on life expectancy and how it influences interpretations of the Bible. Other topics include internet use and dementia risk in older adults, burning religious texts in Denmark, and regional disparities in life expectancy in the US.

Justin Brierley, author of 'The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God', discusses the rise and fall of new atheism, the influence of Christian principles on culture, the importance of treating sex and relationships carefully, the continuing religious drive in humans, different styles of worship within the Church of England, and the broader platform of new atheists.

Justin Brierley defends the revival of belief in God with atheist Alex O'Connor and Christian Elizabeth Oldfield at the UnHerd Club. Topics include societal attitudes towards faith, personal narratives over logic, secular morality, the resurrection, and different perspectives on God, Christianity, and agnosticism.

Justin Brierley, writer and broadcaster who creates dialogue between Christians and non-Christians, discusses his book 'The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God.' Topics include his parent's conversion, the evolutionary need for religion, the influence of Christopher Hitchens, and the distinction between the institution of the Church and the faith itself.

Louise Perry is a journalist and the author of 'The Case Against The Sexual Revolution', arguing that sex has become disenchanted in the modern West's libertarian, pornified, hook-up culture. Although the book was not written from a Christian perspective, Louise tells Belle Tindall and Justin Brierley why she has come to some surprisingly traditional conclusions about marriage, sex and relationships.For Louise Perry: https://www.louisemperry.co.uk/For Re-Enchanting: https://www.seenandunseen.com/podcast There’s more to life than the world we can see. Re-Enchanting is a podcast from Seen & Unseen recorded at Lambeth Palace Library, the home of the Centre for Cultural Witness. Justin Brierley and Belle Tindall engage faith and spirituality with leading figures in science, history, politics, art and education. Can our culture be re-enchanted by the vision of Christianity? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.