Is Christianity a Psychological Crutch?
Is Christianity just a crutch for the weak, unintelligent and scared, or is it far more than that?
The Invention of Lying
What would the world be like if no one had ever lied? Ricky Gervais's new film, The Invention of Lying, explores this question with the…
Watchmen
A review of the book and film of Watchmen.
How does Christianity Relate to Literature?
The act of reading is an act of decoding. Until our everyday habits are disrupted, we don’t realize how complex a process it is. How…
"Faith is about 'just trusting' God isn't it?"
What do people mean when they say that they 'have faith' in God? Is faith anything more than wishful thinking?
The Quest for Goodness in the Writings of J.R.R. Tolkien
In one poll, J.R.R. Tolkien's book The Lord of the Rings was voted the British public's best loved book. Jerram Barrs delves into Tolkien's…
Preference or truth?
How do you respond when someone says 'Being a Christian is good for you, but I don't need that'? A look at the ramifications our…
What is Faith? Does belief require warrant?
This workshop will consider the relationship between faith and reason, what might count as evidence for religious claims, and the…
Where Can We Find Lasting Happiness?
Why is happiness so hard to find? Perhaps we've been looking in the wrong place.