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Bethinking.org brings together some of the best possible resources to help you to understand, defend and communicate the Christian faith. http://www.bethinking.org/feed.xml http://www.bethinking.org/Images/feeds/Latest_Thumb.jpg Philosopher Keith Ward reviews A.C. Grayling's new book The God Argument. The Bad Argument This is a 'wham-bam, take it or leave it' book. Prof. Grayling issues terse, often idiosyncratic, definitions without considering the extensive philosophical... http://www.bethinking.org/who-are-you-god/introductory/book-review-a-c-graylings-the-god-argument.htm Philosopher Keith Ward reviews A.C. Grayling's new book The God Argument. The Bad Argument This is a 'wham-bam, take it or leave it' book. Prof. Grayling issues terse, often idiosyncratic, definitions without considering the extensive philosophical debates surrounding them. Religions, for example, he says dismissively, "derive ultimately from the superstitions of illiterate herdsmen" (135). Well, I suppose all human institutions do,... Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:03:53 +0100 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1065 This paper is reproduced here to assist those involved in politics, or considering it, to think through the place of Christianity in the political world. UCCF do not endorse any particular political perspective and the views expressed in this article... http://www.bethinking.org/truth-tolerance/advanced/what-role-for-christianity-in-21st-century-politics.htm This paper is reproduced here to assist those involved in politics, or considering it, to think through the place of Christianity in the political world. UCCF do not endorse any particular political perspective and the views expressed in this article are the author's own. It was originally given as a public lecture at the launch of God is Back, a series of essays published in Norway by the Christian think tank Skaperkraft. We are grateful to... Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:41:52 +0100 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1064 This article provide an introduction to the Baha'i religion and how it compares to Christianity. If you want to find dig deeper, links to further articles are given at the very bottom of the page. The Origin of Baha'i The roots of the Baha'i faith... http://www.bethinking.org/other-religions/introductory/the-religion-of-bahai.htm This article provide an introduction to the Baha'i religion and how it compares to Christianity. If you want to find dig deeper, links to further articles are given at the very bottom of the page. The Origin of Baha'i The roots of the Baha'i faith go back to a nineteenth-century religion called 'Babism'. Babism, which broke off from the Shiite form of Islam, was founded in 1844 in Persia (now known as Iran). The founder, a young... Sat, 06 Apr 2013 06:51:49 +0100 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1046 The Odd Life of Timothy Green Damaris Film Blog Discussion Guide Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Adoption, parenting, families, love, hope, disappointment, goodness, compassion Film title: The Odd Life of Timothy Green Director: Peter... http://www.bethinking.org/culture-worldview/introductory/the-odd-life-of-timothy-green.htm The Odd Life of Timothy Green Damaris Film Blog Discussion Guide Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Adoption, parenting, families, love, hope, disappointment, goodness, compassion Film title: The Odd Life of Timothy Green Director: Peter Hedges Screenplay: Peter Hedges Starring: Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton, CJ Adams, Odeya Rush Distributor: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (USA/UK) Cinema Release Date: 15 August 2012 (USA); 5... Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:16:19 +0100 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1060 A Theology of Florence & the Machine's Ceremonials The setting for the video of 'No Light No Light', the second single from 2011's Ceremonials – a traditional church building complete with boys' choir and thick pillar candles – is a fitting... http://www.bethinking.org/culture-worldview/introductory/a-theology-of-florence-the-machines-ceremonials.htm A Theology of Florence & the Machine's Ceremonials The setting for the video of 'No Light No Light', the second single from 2011's Ceremonials – a traditional church building complete with boys' choir and thick pillar candles – is a fitting stage upon which to play out the theology of this album. A suffocating sense of traditions, old religion and an exploration of the extra-material world is interwoven with the ever-present... Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:34:38 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1059 Apologetics is often seen as an 'intellectual' activity, rather remote from everyday life. In this paper, Peter S. Williams proposes that a more holistic view of apologetics is both Biblical and more effective at speaking to people today. Apologetics in... http://www.bethinking.org/what-is-apologetics/advanced/apologetics-in-3d.htm Apologetics is often seen as an 'intellectual' activity, rather remote from everyday life. In this paper, Peter S. Williams proposes that a more holistic view of apologetics is both Biblical and more effective at speaking to people today. Apologetics in 3D: Persuading Across Spiritualities with the Apostle Paul This paper – a contribution to the field of metapologetics [1] – advances a holistic definition of apologetics [2] as: The art... Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:14:15 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1058 Bethinking Conference 6/6: Panel Discussion Chaired by Peter S. Williams The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William Lane... http://www.bethinking.org/what-is-apologetics/intermediate/bethinking-conference-6/6-panel-discussion.htm Bethinking Conference 6/6: Panel Discussion Chaired by Peter S. Williams The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William Lane Craig, John Lennox, Peter J. Williams and Gary R. Habermas lead 600 people in training for how to defend and proclaim the credibility of Christianity against the growing tide of secularism and New... Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:36:04 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1057 Flight Discussion Materials In this action-packed mystery thriller, Academy Award winner Denzel Washington stars as Whip Whitaker, a seasoned airline pilot who miraculously crash lands his plane after a mid-air catastrophe, saving nearly every soul on... http://www.bethinking.org/culture-worldview/introductory/flight-discussion-materials-from-culturewatch.htm Flight Discussion Materials In this action-packed mystery thriller, Academy Award winner Denzel Washington stars as Whip Whitaker, a seasoned airline pilot who miraculously crash lands his plane after a mid-air catastrophe, saving nearly every soul on board. After the crash, Whip is hailed as a hero, but as more is learned, more questions than answers arise as to who or what was really at fault and what really happened on that... Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:51:47 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1055 Bethinking Conference 5/6: William Lane Craig on the Apologetic Task facing the Church The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics... http://www.bethinking.org/what-is-apologetics/intermediate/bethinking-conference-5/6-bill-craig-on-the-apologetic-task.htm Bethinking Conference 5/6: William Lane Craig on the Apologetic Task facing the Church The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William Lane Craig, John Lennox, Peter J. Williams and Gary R. Habermas lead 600 people in training for how to defend and proclaim the credibility of Christianity against the growing tide of... Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:39:33 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1054 The creation / evolution debate takes place not just between Christians and non-Christians but also within the Christian community. In this comprehensive article on the issue, Paul Coulter seeks to describe some of the main viewpoints, along with... http://www.bethinking.org/science-christianity/advanced/let-there-be-light.htm The creation / evolution debate takes place not just between Christians and non-Christians but also within the Christian community. In this comprehensive article on the issue, Paul Coulter seeks to describe some of the main viewpoints, along with their strengths and weaknesses. Although he gives his own position on these matters, the article will help anyone consider some of the key questions they need to face – whatever view they come... Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:09:07 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1052 How the Rest was Won Author: Steve Couch Keywords: Compromise, justice, equality, politics, integrity, slavery Film title: Lincoln Director: Steven Spielberg Screenplay: Tony Kushner, based on Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham... http://www.bethinking.org/culture-worldview/introductory/lincoln.htm How the Rest was Won Author: Steve Couch Keywords: Compromise, justice, equality, politics, integrity, slavery Film title: Lincoln Director: Steven Spielberg Screenplay: Tony Kushner, based on Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Tommy Lee Jones Distributor: Touchstone Pictures (USA); Twentieth Century Fox (UK) Cinema Release... Sat, 09 Feb 2013 06:00:57 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1051 Ripples of Grace Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Mercy, forgiveness, grace, compassion, law, crime, transformation Film title: Les Misérables Director: Tom Hooper Screenplay: William Nicholson, based on the musical by Alain Boublil and... http://www.bethinking.org/culture-worldview/introductory/les-miserables.htm Ripples of Grace Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Mercy, forgiveness, grace, compassion, law, crime, transformation Film title: Les Misérables Director: Tom Hooper Screenplay: William Nicholson, based on the musical by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, based on Victor Hugo's novel Starring: Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried Distributor: Universal Pictures (USA/UK) Cinema Release Date: 25 December 2012... Wed, 06 Feb 2013 07:00:17 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1050 In this paper, Dr Peter Clarke considers whether the experiments of Benjamin Libet call into question the reality of human will. Although quite a technical paper, Dr Clarke makes it clear that there is far more to the discussion, and far more... http://www.bethinking.org/science-christianity/advanced/the-libet-experiment-and-its-implications-for-conscious-will.htm In this paper, Dr Peter Clarke considers whether the experiments of Benjamin Libet call into question the reality of human will. Although quite a technical paper, Dr Clarke makes it clear that there is far more to the discussion, and far more uncertainty, than is allowed in the popular interpretations of these experiments. Whether or not you hold the same philosophical position on monism and dualism as Dr Clarke, this paper will help you... Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:48:45 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1049 Bethinking Conference 4/6: Gary Habermas on the Resurrection Evidence that Changed a Generation of Scholars The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011.... http://www.bethinking.org/resurrection-miracles/advanced/bethinking-conference-4/6-gary-habermas-on-the-resurrection.htm Bethinking Conference 4/6: Gary Habermas on the Resurrection Evidence that Changed a Generation of Scholars The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William Lane Craig, John Lennox, Peter J. Williams and Gary R. Habermas lead 600 people in training for how to defend and proclaim the credibility of Christianity against the... Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:50:14 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1048 Introduction The first time I'd really thought that God might have something to do with being an engineer was sitting in a lecture on the 'Professional Responsibilities of Engineers' at the University of Sheffield.[1] I had an uncomfortable feeling that... http://www.bethinking.org/your-course/introductory/studying---engineering.htm Introduction The first time I'd really thought that God might have something to do with being an engineer was sitting in a lecture on the 'Professional Responsibilities of Engineers' at the University of Sheffield.[1] I had an uncomfortable feeling that something vital was missing. We'd looked at the role of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), some engineering disasters such as the Hatfield rail accident, and gone through various... Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:41:23 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1047 Bethinking Conference 3/6: Peter J Williams on New Atheists and the Old Testament (including the Canaanites) The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October... http://www.bethinking.org/bible-jesus/advanced/bethinking-conference-3/6-peter-j-williams-on-old-testament-ethics.htm Bethinking Conference 3/6: Peter J Williams on New Atheists and the Old Testament (including the Canaanites) The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William Lane Craig, John Lennox, Peter J. Williams and Gary Habermas lead 600 people in training for how to defend and proclaim the credibility of Christianity against the... Fri, 18 Jan 2013 12:09:36 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1045 Bethinking Conference 2/6: John Lennox on Stephen Hawking's The Grand Design The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William... http://www.bethinking.org/science-christianity/advanced/bethinking-conference-2/6-john-lennox-on-stephen-hawking.htm Bethinking Conference 2/6: John Lennox on Stephen Hawking's The Grand Design The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference, 'Countering the New Atheism', took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William Lane Craig, John Lennox, Peter J. Williams and Gary Habermas lead 600 people in training for how to defend and proclaim the credibility of Christianity against the growing tide of secularism and... Wed, 02 Jan 2013 12:01:17 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1042 In Search of Home Author: Steve Couch Keywords: Belonging, home, identity, greed, change Film title: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Director: Peter Jackson Screenplay: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson, Guillermo del Toro, based on the... http://www.bethinking.org/culture-worldview/introductory/the-hobbit-an-unexpected-journey.htm In Search of Home Author: Steve Couch Keywords: Belonging, home, identity, greed, change Film title: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Director: Peter Jackson Screenplay: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson, Guillermo del Toro, based on the book by J. R. R. Tolkien Starring: Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis Distributor: Warner Bros. (USA/UK) Cinema Release Date: 13 December 2012 (UK); 14... Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:02:44 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1043 Bethinking Conference 1/6: William Lane Craig on Dawkins' Objections to Theistic Arguments The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference: 'Countering the New Atheism' took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian... http://www.bethinking.org/who-are-you-god/advanced/bethinking-conference-1/6-bill-craig-on-dawkins-objections-to-god.htm Bethinking Conference 1/6: William Lane Craig on Dawkins' Objections to Theistic Arguments The Bethinking National Apologetics Day Conference: 'Countering the New Atheism' took place during the UK Reasonable Faith Tour in October 2011. Christian academics William Lane Craig, John Lennox, Peter J. Williams and Gary Habermas lead 600 people in training for how to defend and proclaim the credibility of Christianity against the growing tide of... Mon, 03 Dec 2012 10:51:36 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1040 Don't Forget About the Baby Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Christmas, children, reconciliation, incarnation Film title: Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger Director: Debbie Isitt Screenplay: Debbie Isitt Starring: David Tennant, Marc Wootton, Jason... http://www.bethinking.org/bible-jesus/introductory/dont-forget-about-the-baby.htm Don't Forget About the Baby Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Christmas, children, reconciliation, incarnation Film title: Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger Director: Debbie Isitt Screenplay: Debbie Isitt Starring: David Tennant, Marc Wootton, Jason Watkins, Joanna Page Distributor: Entertainment One (UK) Cinema Release Date: 23 November 2012 (UK) Certificate: U (UK) Contains mild rude humour Image © Entertainment One, 2012. All rights... Sat, 01 Dec 2012 06:00:16 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1037 Does Belief in God Cause Wars? Does belief in God simply lead to war and conflict? Would the world be better off without religion? Michael Ots considers the arguments and asks whether Christianity has anything positive to offer the world. The talk... http://www.bethinking.org/who-are-you-god/introductory/does-belief-in-god-cause-wars.htm Does Belief in God Cause Wars? Does belief in God simply lead to war and conflict? Would the world be better off without religion? Michael Ots considers the arguments and asks whether Christianity has anything positive to offer the world. The talk lasts about 25 mins and is followed by about 10 minutes of Q&A. This talk was organised by Sheffield University Christian Union. © 2011 Michael Ots This talk is reproduced here by the kind... Does Belief in God Cause Wars? Does belief in God simply lead to war and conflict? Would the world be better off without religion? Michael Ots considers the arguments and asks whether Christianity has anything positive to offer the world. The talk lasts about 25 mins and is followed by about 10 minutes of Q&A. This talk was organised by Sheffield University Christian Union. © 2011 Michael Ots This talk is reproduced here by the kind... Michael Ots Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:53:41 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1039-1 In this video, Alan Schlemon, a speaker with apologetics ministry Stand to Reason, addresses the tricky question of whether Christians and Muslims worship the same God. Christians sometimes give different answers on this. Some are emphatic that they do;... http://www.bethinking.org/who-are-you-god/introductory/do-muslims-and-christians-worship-the-same-god.htm In this video, Alan Schlemon, a speaker with apologetics ministry Stand to Reason, addresses the tricky question of whether Christians and Muslims worship the same God. Christians sometimes give different answers on this. Some are emphatic that they do; others that they do not. Alan points out that when we ask this question, 'God' can refer to two different ideas. He provides helpful comparisons which distinguish between these two different... Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:25:10 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1033 Much is Taken, Much Abides Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Technology, humanity, past, loyalty, weakness, relationships Film title: Skyfall Director: Sam Mendes Screenplay: John Logan, Neal Purvis, Robert Wade Starring: Daniel Craig, Javier... http://www.bethinking.org/culture-worldview/introductory/skyfall.htm Much is Taken, Much Abides Author: Sophie Lister Keywords: Technology, humanity, past, loyalty, weakness, relationships Film title: Skyfall Director: Sam Mendes Screenplay: John Logan, Neal Purvis, Robert Wade Starring: Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Bérénice Marlohe Distributor: Sony Pictures Releasing (UK); Columbia Pictures (USA Cinema Release Date: 26 October 2012 (UK); 9 November... Thu, 01 Nov 2012 17:47:39 +0000 56E-DA4-A64-4BF-1036