Ask NT Wright Anything

Biblical scholar Tom Wright delves into the biblical portrayal of the devil, discussing Jesus challenging dark forces, our perception of Satan's power, and the line between caution and 'satanic panic'. He explores the defeat of Satan by Jesus on the cross and addresses the complexities of evil in modern society, providing thought-provoking insights into this often misunderstood topic.

Tom Wright answers listener questions about the Old Testament, discussing historical accuracy, ancient narratives, and the relationship between Jesus and the Old Testament law. Delving into whether the Old Testament is history or metaphor and how it relates to the teachings of the New Testament.

Listeners ask about the best Bible translations to use, the reason for not capitalizing 'holy spirit', and NT Wright's views on Pope Francis changing the Lords' Prayer. NT Wright also discusses his translation of the New Testament and the importance of accuracy and diversity in Bible translations.

Renowned Australian Bible scholar Mike Bird joins Tom to discuss their collaborative work 'The New Testament in its World'. They talk about the challenges of condensing a lifetime of work, the significance of teaching in early Christianity, exploring the historical context of the New Testament, and the interconnectedness between Israel's story and God's plan.

Discussion on singleness, dating, and being unequally yoked in relationships. Answering questions about Christians dating non-Christians, biblical views on singleness, and the point of it all. Exploring spiritual presence in moments of passing and encounters with departed loved ones. Emphasizing living a transformed life in Christ through Christian formation and contributing to God's work.

Exploring the theological significance of Israel, the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and evangelical support for Israel in relation to biblical prophecy are some of the engaging topics discussed in this episode.

The podcast discusses the problem of evil and suffering, free will, and the possibility of another 'fall' in the new creation. It also addresses living as Christians in today's world, the intersection of faith and politics, and the value of embracing mystery in Christianity.

Delve into the doctrine of the Trinity and its importance in Christianity. Explore questions about baptism, including the significance of being christened. Hear Tom Wright discuss theological beliefs and the challenges of philosophical formulations in understanding God.

In this episode, Tom Wright tackles questions about heaven and hell, including the nature of hell, annihilationist and universalist views, and the possibility of happiness in heaven without loved ones. The podcast dives into the complexities of the afterlife, discussing different theological perspectives on eternal conscious torment, forgiveness, reuniting with loved ones in heaven, and the concept of Christian universalism and ultimate reconciliation.

What happens to those who don’t believe in Jesus? What can I say to my New Age sister? My Muslim friend gets so much comfort from her faith… do I need to evangelise her? These and more listener questions get addressed by Tom Wright in this episode. Subscribe and Rate the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast on your podcast provider! • Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast: https://pod.link/1441656192 • More shows, free eBook, newsletter, and sign up to ask Tom your questions: 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