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Ask NT Wright Anything

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The weekly podcast that connects you to NT (Tom) Wright’s thought and theology by allowing you to ask the questions. Produced by Premier Unbelievable and hosted by Mike Bird. Want more from Tom and Mike? Subscribe for bonus episodes at https://askntwright.supportingcast.fm.

Episodes

#77 Gifts of the Spirit: How much should we value prophecy and tongues?

What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit? Are tongues genuine? Tom answer question on spiritual gifts and offers advice to a group of friends experiencing unexpected prophecy and healing.Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online· Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your preferred...

Aug 05, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 77

#76 Will my daughter see the child she lost? Qs about heaven and loved ones

What does Jesus mean by 'many rooms in my father's house'? Will my daughter see the child she lost in pregnancy? What about marriage in the resurrection? Tom answers questions on heaven and loved ones.· Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online· Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your...

Jul 29, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 76

#75 Qs about Jesus

Would Jesus have used miracles to make life easier for himself? Are some of Jesus' word too harsh? Could Jesus have sinned? Tom answers questions about Jesus by listeners.· Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online· Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your preferred podcast platform Le...

Jul 22, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 75

#74 Confused by parables

What's with the persistent neighbour? What lesson should we take from the shrewd manager? Is the story of Lazarus and the rich man a lesson about hell? NT Wright answers these and other listener questions on the parables of Jesus· Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online· Subscribe to the Ask NT Wrig...

Jul 15, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 74

#73 Vocation and calling

Does our vocation and calling on earth make a difference if God is going to put everything right in the end? Does my past disqualify me from a call to priesthood? These and more questions are answered by Tom Wright. · Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online· Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything p...

Jul 08, 202124 minSeason 1Ep. 73

#72 Christianity in Africa - NT Wright meets Ugandan church leader Richmond Wandera

Justin Brierley hosts a dialogue between NT Wright and Ugandan church leader Richmond Wandera on the challenges and opportunities facing the church in Africa. Richmond was able to escape poverty as a child because of Compassion International. Please sponsor a child: Text JUSTIN to 83393 (USA only)Or visit http://www.compassion.com/justin Every sponsor from the USA will receive a copy of Justin's book 'Unbelievable? Why, after ten years of talking with Christians, I'm still a Christian'. We hope ...

Jul 01, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 72

#71 Should the story of the woman caught in adultery be in our Bible?

NT Wright answers listener questions on the New Testament, including a question about the reliability of John 8:1-11, Jesus on prayer and petition, and whether Paul made a mistake about the promise to Abraham in Romans 4. · Get all the video seminars from Unbelievable? 2021 · Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & ...

Jun 24, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 71

#70 Wisdom literature – Proverbs, Song of Solomon and Job

Tom Wright answers listener questions on Proverbs, Song of Solomon, the concept of ‘Wisdom’ in the Bible and whether we should take the book of Job literally? Get all thevideo seminars from Unbelievable? 2021 Support the show– give from the USA or Rest of the world For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK& NT Wright Online Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via you...

Jun 17, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 70

#69 Live show Pt 2 – How do we get people reading the Bible again?

The second part of the live audience show with NT Wright and Tom Holland recorded at Unbelievable? 2021. Get all thevideo seminars from Unbelievable? 2021 Support the show– give from the USA or Rest of the world For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK& NT Wright Online Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your preferred podcast platform Learn more about your ad ...

Jun 10, 202136 minSeason 1Ep. 69

#68 Live audience show with Tom Wright and Tom Holland Pt 1

Justin hosts NT Wright and Tom Holland for a live audience edition of the Ask NT Wright Anything show at Unbelievable? 2021. · Get all the video seminars from Unbelievable? 2021 · Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online· Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your preferred podcast plat...

Jun 03, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 68

#67 NT Wright & Douglas Murray pt 2 - Audience Q&A

A continuation of last week's show featuring audience questions to NT Wright & Douglas Murray during their Big Conversation on 'how do we live in a post-Christian world?' · Take our survey on this conversation and sign up at The Big Conversation for more updates and shows· Get Tom’s video seminars from Unbelievable? 2021 · Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwri...

May 27, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 67

#66 A conversation with Douglas Murray on identity, myth and miracles

A special edition of the show in which Tom Wright sits down with noted cultural critic Douglas Murray to discuss Douglas’ own journey in and out of faith, the church and culture, and whether Christianity can makes sense of a post-Christian world. Originally aired as part of The Big Conversation from Unbelievable? in partnership with the John Templeton Foundation.· Take our survey on this conversation and sign up at The Big Conversation for more updates and shows· Get Tom’s video seminars from Un...

May 20, 202155 minSeason 1Ep. 66

#65 Acts Q&A Pt 2 – Tongues, doctrine and evangelism

Should we use Acts for doctrinal guidance? Is speaking in tongues the mark of a mature Christian? Is there a difference between the Paul of Acts and the letters? How should Acts inspire us to live today? Tom responds to more questions from participants on the NT Wright Online video course on The Acts of The Apostles.· See NT Wright & Douglas Murray live in conversation on Thurs 13 May, 8pm UK, 3pm Eastern· Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May· Get a listen...

May 13, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 65

#64 Questions on the Acts of the Apostles

Is church life in Acts prescriptive for us today? What guidance does Acts give about baptism? How should we understand the signs and wonders in Acts? Tom responds to these and more questions from participants on the NT Wright Online video course on The Acts Of The Apostles.· See NT Wright & Douglas Murray live in conversation on Thurs 13 May· Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May· Get a listener discount on the NT Wright Online course on the Acts of the Apo...

May 07, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 64

#63 Facebook Qs Pt. 2: Bereavement, other faiths & atonement

Tom answers more questions on atonement, other religions and caring for those who have lost loved ones, sent in by members of the NT Wright discussion group. · See NT Wright & Douglas Murray live in conversation on Thurs 13 May · Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May · Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world · For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com · Exclu...

Apr 29, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 63

#62 Facebook has questions - New creation, souls in heaven and Torah

In a special episode Tom answers questions sent in by members of the NT Wright discussion group on Facebook about heaven, souls and Torah. Tom and Justin also look ahead to 2 special events: Tom’s forthcoming Big Conversation with Douglas Murray on 13th May and Unbelievable? The Conference on 15th May · Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May · Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world · For bonus content, the newslette...

Apr 22, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 62

#61 Could Jesus have been female? What about polygamy?

Tom tackles questions on whether Jesus could have been incarnated as a woman instead of a man, how you explain polygamy in scripture, and the question of Biblical commands about men and women speaking in church. · Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May· Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers...

Apr 15, 202124 minSeason 1Ep. 61

#60 Should my girlfriend get baptised? What will we remember in heaven?

Will we keep our memories in heaven? How does the Isaiah 65 prophecy of a new world fit in with Tom’s eschatology? My girlfriend is a Christian but says she doesn’t want to get baptised – what should I do? Plus Tom gets interrupted by a young visitor! · Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May· Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.a...

Apr 09, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 60

#59 Evangelism and sharing the gospel

How do you explain the gospel to someone who thinks they haven’t done anything needing forgiveness? How do we answer those who say Christianity is irrelevant? How do we help those who believe but don’t live out their faith? · Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May · Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world · For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com · Exclusive...

Apr 01, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 59

#58 Genesis, 6-day creation and the first humans

Does Tom believe in 6-day creation? When did the first humans ‘made in God’s image’ appear? These and other questions on creation and evolution are tackled by Tom. Plus a bonus song on the end of the episode! Tom and geneticist Francis Collins perform a duet of their song ‘Genesis’. To hear their conversation on the BioLogos podcast: https://biologos.org/podcast-episodes/n-t-wright-francis-collins-a-christian-response-to-coronavirus · Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conferenc...

Mar 25, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 58

#57 The Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches

Tom responds to questions on why the Roman Catholic bible includes more books than Protestant versions, what he makes of the Eastern Orthodox tradition and a listener who is thinking of ‘crossing the Tiber’.There’s also a sneak preview of our forthcoming CS Lewis podcast with Alister McGrath. Register here for more details: https://www.premierchristianradio.com/Shows/Weekday/The-CS-Lewis-podcast · Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May· Support the show and ...

Mar 18, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 57

#56 Fasting, resting and worship

Is fasting a practice that Christians should take up? How does Tom balance work and rest? Has Sunday worship become just a musical event? Tom answers listener questions on Christian practices.· Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May· Support the show and receive a free book – give from the USA or Rest of the world· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com· Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and ...

Mar 11, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 57

#55 Ravi, Carl Lentz & the fall of Christian leaders

Tom responds to listeners concerned about recent scandals among Christian leaders. Is restoration possible or appropriate? What does the Bible tell us about leadership, authority and accountability?· Book for the Unbelievable? & Ask NT Wright Anything conference on Sat 15 May http://www.unbelievable.live· Support the show and receive NT Wright’s show E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’USA: http://www.premierinsight.org/ntwrightREST OF THE WORLD: https://resources.pre...

Mar 04, 202123 minSeason 1Ep. 55

#54 Veganism, ethics and activism

Tom answers listener questions around if we should eat meat, whether we’ll all be vegan in the new creation and if violent protest is ever acceptable.· USA: Support the show from the USA at our new website and receive NT Wright’s brand new E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’ : http://www.premierinsight.org/ntwright· REST OF THE WORLD: https://resources.premier.org.uk/supportntwright/· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www...

Feb 25, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 54

#53 US politics, conspiracy theories and prophecy

Tom answers listener questions on the prevalence of conspiracy theories, US church support for Trump and the failed prophecies of his returning to power.· USA: Support the show from the USA at our new website and receive NT Wright’s brand new E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’ : http://www.premierinsight.org/ntwright· REST OF THE WORLD: https://resources.premier.org.uk/supportntwright/· For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at ...

Feb 18, 202127 minEp. 55

#52 ‘I wish I didn’t exist’. Pain and suffering Part 2

Tom shares his thoughts on heart-breaking pastoral questions from listeners around how to respond to grief and mental health. You can listen to part one of the podcast here.Support the show and receive NT Wright’s brand new E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’ https://resources.premier.org.uk/supportntwright/ For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.comSubscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via PodBean, i...

Feb 04, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 52

#51 Pain and suffering Part 1

Tom shares his thoughts on the difficult questions listeners have around issues such as dementia, death, the global pandemic and whether God himself suffers.NT Wright speaking with Miroslaf Volf on weeping, waiting and working with God in the pandemic https://faith.yale.edu/media/n-t-wright-on-weeping-waiting-and-working-with-god-in-the-pandemicSupport the show and receive NT Wright’s brand new E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’ https://resources.premier.org.uk/supp...

Jan 21, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 51

#50 Icons, praying to saints & dividing over sexuality

Tom answers listener questions around whether shrines are pagan, infant baptism is biblical and how we can live in unity with theological differences around sexuality.Support the show and receive NT Wright’s brand new E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’ https://resources.premier.org.uk/supportntwright/For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.comSubscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via PodBean, iTunes o...

Jan 07, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 50

#49 Other faiths, Judaism and Gnosticism

Tom answers listener questions, such as will Jews be in heaven? What about religious experiences in other faiths? And is Gnosticism the prevailing world view in America? Support the show and receive NT Wright’s brand new E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’ https://resources.premier.org.uk/supportntwright/For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.comSubscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via PodBean, iTune...

Dec 18, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 49

#48 Broken Signposts and questions on forgiveness and salvation

Tom talks about his latest book and answers listener questions around how God forgives, conversion and how you can be sure you’re saved.Support the show and receive NT Wright’s brand new E-book ‘12 Answers to questions about the Bible, Life and Faith’ https://resources.premier.org.uk/supportntwright/For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.comSubscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via PodBean, iTunes or RSS Feed Learn more about you...

Dec 03, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 48
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