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Jul 22, 2021 • 17min

#75 Qs about Jesus

The podcast explores various questions about Jesus, including whether he would use miracles to make his life easier, if some of his words are too harsh, and if Jesus could have sinned. They also discuss Jesus as a carpenter and his connection to creativity, as well as the mystery of his divine and human nature. The hosts delve into Jesus's frustration with people not understanding his message and his deep longing for them to embrace the divine message.
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Jul 15, 2021 • 20min

#74 Confused by parables

What's with the persistent neighbour? What lesson should we take from the shrewd manager? Is the story of Lazarus and the rich man a lesson about hell? NT Wright answers these and other listener questions on the parables of Jesus · Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world · For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com · Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online · Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your preferred podcast platform
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Jul 8, 2021 • 21min

#73 Vocation and calling

Tom Wright, an expert on vocation and calling, answers questions about the significance of our earthly vocation in light of God's ultimate plan. He discusses discerning one's calling, aligning efforts with God's plan, addressing disqualifications for ministry, and pursuing a career in biblical scholarship.
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Jul 1, 2021 • 35min

#72 Christianity in Africa - NT Wright meets Ugandan church leader Richmond Wandera

NT Wright and Richmond Wandera discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the church in Africa, including the impact of the church in helping the poor and needy, a personal story of hardship and hope in Uganda, the transformation and redemption through child sponsorship, and the idea of God's mysterious work in the global village.
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Jun 24, 2021 • 28min

#71 Should the story of the woman caught in adultery be in our Bible?

Biblical scholar and theologian NT Wright answers listener questions about the reliability of John 8:1-11, Jesus on prayer and petition, and whether Paul made a mistake about the promise to Abraham in Romans 4.
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Jun 17, 2021 • 20min

#70 Wisdom literature – Proverbs, Song of Solomon and Job

Tom Wright answers listener questions on Proverbs, Song of Solomon, and the concept of 'Wisdom' in the Bible. They discuss the complexities of gender assumptions in Old Testament literature and the debate surrounding the historicity of the book of Job. The hosts also explore the allegorical interpretations of the Song of Solomon and the themes of erotic love and wisdom in Proverbs. They delve into the concept of fictionalization in storytelling and preview the next episode focused on the New Testament.
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Jun 10, 2021 • 34min

#69 Live show Pt 2 – How do we get people reading the Bible again?

Rediscovering the Bible, strategies to engage with scripture, understanding historical context, early Christian vision for peace, personal interests and experiences, challenges and joy in reading the Bible
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Jun 3, 2021 • 29min

#68 Live audience show with Tom Wright and Tom Holland Pt 1

Renowned biblical scholar and theologian NT Wright and award-winning historian and author Tom Holland discuss the importance of justice in the New Testament, share personal encounters in the Middle East, reflect on an inspiring sermon and historically themed walks in London, and explore the concept of resurrection and new creation.
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May 27, 2021 • 30min

#67 NT Wright & Douglas Murray pt 2 - Audience Q&A

NT Wright & Douglas Murray engage in a Q&A session discussing the importance of believing in the Christian story, the search for meaning in a secular world, the power of broken signposts and the story of Jesus, and the significance of stories in human life.
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May 20, 2021 • 52min

#66 A conversation with Douglas Murray on identity, myth and miracles

A special edition of the show in which Tom Wright sits down with noted cultural critic Douglas Murray to discuss Douglas’ own journey in and out of faith, the church and culture, and whether Christianity can makes sense of a post-Christian world. Originally aired as part of The Big Conversation from Unbelievable? in partnership with the John Templeton Foundation. ·     Take our survey on this conversation and sign up at The Big Conversation for more updates and shows ·     Get Tom’s video seminars from Unbelievable? 2021  ·     Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world ·     For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com ·     Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online ·     Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your preferred podcast platform

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