Author N.T. Wright discusses faith, politics, and the Church in the modern world. Topics include the decline of religion in society, the intersection of faith and politics, and the importance of defending liberal democracy. Also, a quirky story about a Florida man sharing the Bible at Walgreens on Easter.

N.T. Wright, best-selling author and New Testament Scholar, discusses the enduring influence of ancient gods on our desires for money, sex, and war. He explores the historical and cultural context of belief in a new order, the rise of secularism, and the role of Jesus in a divided world. The podcast explores wisdom, science, fear of the Lord, and the significance of Jesus' resurrection in transforming worldviews.

Dr. N.T. Wright, an esteemed theologian, discusses his latest book on the book of Romans, exploring themes like Jesus, sin and salvation, suffering and hope, and resurrection. The podcast also delves into the significance of the Jew-Gentile issue, the tabernacle and temple as symbols of God's presence, and the atonement. The hosts emphasize the importance of new understanding and vocation in interpreting the Bible.

Biblical scholar N.T. Wright discusses Paul's transformation, including his mindset as a Jew and his mission to include all nations in the family of Jesus. Wright believes Paul was meditating on Ezekiel's vision and never returned to Tarsus in Acts. Paul aimed to give Abraham a worldwide family and redeem all humanity through the Jews, showcasing God's love and unity across different ethnic groups.

Renowned biblical scholar, Prof. N.T. Wright, discusses his new book on Romans, the significance of Romans chapter 8, the concept of inheritance, Christians in Rome, meaningful Bible reading, and the importance of love in Paul's theology.

In this conversation, theologian N.T. Wright dives deep into Christians' engagement in the culture wars and how it shapes political landscapes. He argues that the Gospel has inherently political dimensions and offers guidance for church leaders on navigating elections without alienating their communities. Wright emphasizes the vital role of humility and compassion in addressing socio-political issues, and advocates for a church that both holds leaders accountable and actively serves its community.

Prolific theologian N.T. Wright discusses Paul's views on spiritual powers, exploring their role in corrupting creation and the awaited triumph of the Messiah. The hosts delve into the impact of Epicureanism on Western culture, contrasting it with the spiritual worldview of the Bible. They also discuss human authority, societal transformation through faith, power dynamics in communities, and the origins of spiritual evil as anti-creation.

Tom Wright is Research Professor Emeritus of New Testament and Early Christianity at St Mary’s College in the University of St Andrews and Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford. Prior to serving at Oxford, Tom has held a variety of both academic and chaplaincy posts at Oxford, Cambridge, and McGill University, Montreal. He was Canon of Westminster in 2000, before serving as Bishop of Durham between 2003-2010. He’s the author of over 10 million books, or something like that.  In the episode, we talk about many things related to New Testament theology including the meaning of the term “gospel,” understanding Paul’s letters in their historical and biblical context, the importance of resurrection (over the significance of “going to heaven when you die”), the meaning of “hell,” and other personal things about his spiritual and theological journey. We also talk about the polarization in American Christianity and other contemporary issues. Theology in the Raw Conference - Exiles in Babylon  At the Theology in the Raw conference, we will be challenged to think like exiles about race, sexuality, gender, critical race theory, hell, transgender identities, climate change, creation care, American politics, and what it means to love your democratic or republican neighbor as yourself. Different views will be presented. No question is off limits. No political party will be praised. Everyone will be challenged to think. And Jesus will be upheld as supreme. Register here Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Venmo: @Preston-Sprinkle-1 Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Youtube | Preston Sprinkle Check out Dr. Sprinkle’s website prestonsprinkle.com Stay Up to Date with the Podcast Twitter | @RawTheology Instagram | @TheologyintheRaw If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

N.T. Wright, a leading New Testament scholar, dives into the intersection of Christianity and the current cultural landscape. He critiques why many Christians align with culture wars and emphasizes that the Gospel inherently has political implications. Wright shares insights on the challenges pastors face in a polarized society and advocates for faith deeply rooted in humility and justice. He also explores the church's vital social responsibilities, encouraging congregations to thoughtfully engage with societal issues while fostering community care.

In this podcast, guests like N.T. Wright, Granger Smith, Dr. John Deloney, and more share their insights. They discuss topics such as leadership development, multicultural churches, navigating loss and grief, understanding values and culture alignment, and the impact of outsourcing in modern society. The episode also previews upcoming content for 2024.