Undeceptions with John Dickson Undeceptions Ltd
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- Religion & Spirituality
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Every week on Undeceptions we’ll explore some aspect of life, faith, history, culture, or ethics that is either much misunderstood or mostly forgotten. With the help of people who know what they’re talking about, we’ll be trying to ‘undeceive ourselves’ and let the truth ‘out’.
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The Theologians
Theology: It's a dry term that conjures images of old academics writing dusty books that will never be read.
However, this couldn't be further from the truth. The study of theology is the study of who we are as humans, and how we can make sense of both God and the complexities of the world.
So, who are the theologians we should all know about? -
True Science
Science is a relatively new term. Chemistry, biology, physics, astronomy - all have only existed as defined, singular fields for the last century and a half. Before that was the mysterious world of natural philosophy - an ancient tradition that saw the natural world as one, combined entity. Our guest, Professor Alister McGrath, argues that this old way is a path to a new kind of appreciation of the world and each other.
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Political Jesus
The Apostle Paul writes that Christians must battle against "powers and principalities". But what are they? What does the Bible say about political power?
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Check out more of N.T. Wright's work - including his writing, and Bible studies - here.
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The Resurrection
There are sophisticated, academic arguments for the resurrection of Jesus. It’s not just a matter of accepting on the basis of faith. The modern industry of Christian apologetics doesn't get us much closer to the historical reality of Jesus' resurrection - but there are solid, investigative ways of examining this seemingly miraculous event.
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SINGLE: Holy Virginity
The pursuit of celibacy is seen as strange, taboo, and repressive in modern society. But that's what David Bennett, a gay man, decided, after becoming a Christian during a night out in Sydney's gay quarter.
Since then, he's become a scholar of "holy virginity", and the queerness of his Lord, Jesus. This is his story. -
SINGLE: Cancel Culture
At the heart of cancel culture is a desire to combat injustice, and expose flaws within society. This is a good thing ... but as recent history has shown, there is a lack of forgiveness at the heart of the movement. This is where Christianity can help.
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Undeceptions tackles important and often difficult issues with thought, care and thoroughness. It has challenged my views and increased my understanding. More please.
Too Good to Miss!
John looks to life, faith, history, culture and ethics, and experts therein, in search of the truth (recognising Jesus to be The Truth).
A consummate communicator, he speaks equally to people of all faiths and none and leaves us with something to think about and reflect on.
John has shaped my understanding of the world and how my beliefs cause me to interact with it: he has challenged my understanding of myself, my senses and feelings, my faith, my motives, and my very purpose in life!
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Food for thought
How refreshing to have a podcast challenge my thought on life and spirituality. The session on growing older has given me a much needed fresh view on my mum’s dementia, and I am very very grateful for the challenges to look on aging in a new way.