Glen Scrivener interviews Richard Shortt about his book 'The Eclipse of Christianity'.Contact the show: thomas@speaklife.org.ukCome to our Intensive: speaklife.org.uk/intensivesSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show

Glen Scrivener interviews Rod Dreher about his book 'Living in Wonder: Finding Mystery and Meaning in a Secular Age'.Contact the show: thomas@speaklife.org.ukSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show

Glen Scrivener reflects on the assisted dying bill in the UK and Trump's election in the US. What do they reveal about our current cultural moment? Watch to discover 7 changing realities.Contact the show: thomas@speaklife.org.ukSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show

Kim Ledbetter, who proposed the terminally ill adults end-of-life bill in Parliament, engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Danny Kruger and Tim Farron, both of whom spoke against it. They delve into the ethical dilemmas of assisted dying, emphasizing the risks of coercion and the need for improved palliative care. The conversation highlights personal narratives, contrasting autonomy with compassion, and urges reflection on societal responsibilities towards the vulnerable in their final days.

Glen Scrivener discusses assisted dying, the 'Dignity in Dying' poster on the London Underground, the sanctity of life and the right to choose.We’re appealing for regular financial support to help us continue to resource the church and reach the world. If you set up a regular monthly gift before the 3rd December 2024, your giving will be matched until November 2025! Join the joy and double your impact today: speaklife.org.uk/joyContact the show: thomas@speaklife.org.ukSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show

Glen Scrivener reacts to 10 moments in which Alex O'Connor played the Christian...1. What do you mean by "God"?(With Jordan Peterson)2. Did Jesus rise again?(With Jordan Peterson)3. Atheism is not obvious(With Destiny)4. Your reasoning is circular(With Sam Harris)5. Science can't explain everything(With Richard Dawkins)6. Christian debaters are worthy of respect(With Richard Dawkins)7. The argument from desire(With Richard Dawkins)8. The argument from reason(With Richard Dawkins)9. You can't create your own meaning(With Konstantin Kisin)10. It would be wonderful if Christianity were true(With Justin Brierley, Elizabeth Oldfield and Freddie Sayers)We’re appealing for regular financial support to help us continue to resource the church and reach the world. If you set up a regular monthly gift before the 3rd December 2024, your giving will be matched until November 2025! Join the joy and double your impact today: speaklife.org.uk/joyContact the show: thomas@speaklife.org.ukSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show

Glen Scrivener reacts to Jordan Peterson's conversation with Jonathan Pageau, reflecting on Richard Dawkins, sacrifice and what is most primordial.Contact the show: thomas@speaklife.org.ukSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show

The podcast delves into the significant ramifications of Justin Welby's resignation as Archbishop of Canterbury. It offers a critical look at the Church's mishandling of past abuses, stressing the importance of accountability for survivors. The discussion highlights the troubling prevalence of cover-ups in faith communities, revealing how reputation management often overshadows justice. Additionally, it tackles the deep mistrust in church leadership and the urgent need for transparency, urging leaders to prioritize individual safety over institutional reputation.

In this engaging discussion, Michael Shermer, founder of Skeptic magazine and author, delves into the origins of morality. He debates whether morals can be solely derived from science or if they are deeply rooted in Christian values. The conversation examines how culture, intuition, and historical context shape our moral frameworks. Shermer critiques the misuse of science in justifying unethical ideologies and emphasizes the significance of individual rights as grounded in a creator, challenging contemporary views on cultural relativism.

What does S9E23 of The Simpsons have to do with human rights? Glen Scrivener reflects on his recent debate with Michael Shermer.Watch Glen's previous video about the debate:https://youtu.be/s7i8tGQW8BUOr listen via The Speak Life Podcast (SLP545)Watch the full debate:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iy2GcLzqjUContact the show: thomas@speaklife.org.ukSee 321: 321course.comSubscribe to the Speak Life YouTube channel for videos which see all of life with Jesus at the centre:youtube.com/SpeakLifeMediaSubscribe to the Reformed Mythologist YouTube channel to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all:youtube.com/@ReformedMythologistDiscord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content, creative/theological discussion and lots of fun. Join our Discord here:speaklife.org.uk/discordSpeak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here:speaklife.org.ukSupport the show