Jon Topping's Lectures and Sermons

Jon Topping
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These talks deal with topics like why God would allow suffering, the purpose of life, how we can grow and become better humans, why Christian morality is so counter cultural, and lots of other difficult and controversial issues. A collection of talks by Jon Topping. His presentation is usually focused on apologetics, which is essentially the intersection of Christian theology and philosophy, with the goal being to give a rational defence for the Christian faith. Jon Topping is an adjunct instructor at Master's College and Seminary, and an apologist for Engage International and Power to Change.

Episodes

  1. The Problem with Humanity

    01/30/2024

    The Problem with Humanity

    People usually think of themselves as being a good person. In fact, they would categorize the majority of the people they know and love as "good". When people hear about God's judgment against the wicked, it either makes no sense at all, or, they never recognize themselves and their loved ones as part of the "wicked" category. By changing our mindset into an eternal perspective, we can better appreciate how God looks at the situation humanity is in. Through this talk we discuss human nature, and just how evil is humanity has been, and currently is. And yet, despite our horrible flaws, God still loves us. This is the third sermon in a three part series. The other two are on the problem of evil, and the problem of hell. This sermon is also available on the podcast "Jon Topping's Lectures and Sermons", which is available anywhere podcasts are available. Check out www.jontopping.com for more content. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!), “Calm” by Zimpzon. Photo by Mitja Juraja: https://www.pexels.com/photo/close-up-photo-of-skull-970517/

    47 min
  2. The Problem of Hell

    01/11/2024

    The Problem of Hell

    If God loves humanity so much, why does He send people to hell? How can God be all-loving, and yet keep a torture chamber in His basement? This presents a problem that Christians struggle to understand, and a problem that makes non-Christians not even consider coming to Jesus. However, I think this is based on a big misunderstanding about why hell exists. I think there are very good explanations that can help us grapple with this difficult subject. Also, I want to deal with some of the bad answers Christians give, and show how they don't actually fix the problem of hell. This sermon was recorded July 2nd, 2023, at Emmanuel Community Church in Port Perry, Ontario, Canada. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!), “Calm” by Zimpzon

    50 min
  3. Why does God allow evil and suffering?

    11/22/2023

    Why does God allow evil and suffering?

    The problem of evil is the main complaint against Christianity, and even theism in general. If God loves us so much, why does He allow us to go through so much suffering? And why does God allow the wicked and evil people to continue to torment the world? This sermon was recorded September 24th, 2023, at Calvary Pentecostal Church in Lindsay, Ontario, Canada. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!), “Calm” by Zimpzon

    39 min
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These talks deal with topics like why God would allow suffering, the purpose of life, how we can grow and become better humans, why Christian morality is so counter cultural, and lots of other difficult and controversial issues. A collection of talks by Jon Topping. His presentation is usually focused on apologetics, which is essentially the intersection of Christian theology and philosophy, with the goal being to give a rational defence for the Christian faith. Jon Topping is an adjunct instructor at Master's College and Seminary, and an apologist for Engage International and Power to Change.

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