The human spiritual predicament, as understood from a biblical perspective, is the state of being separated from God due to sin. The Bible teaches that God created humans to have a personal relationship with Him, but sin entered the world through the disobedience of Adam and Eve, causing a rift between God and humanity (Genesis 3). As a result, all humans are born with a sinful nature, and our thoughts, words, and actions are often motivated by self-interest and rebellion against God (Psalm 51:5...
Apr 26, 2023•58 min
Despite various perspectives, the problem of evil and suffering in the world remains a challenging and complex issue for believers. Many individuals struggle to reconcile the existence of a loving God with the reality of evil and suffering. However, some theologians argue that this tension is ultimately a reflection of the limitations of human understanding.
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 6 min
The god-of-the-gaps argument asserts that it is invalid to introduce God as an explanation for a scientific phenomenon that we cannot currently explain by naturalistic causes. Believers in naturalism take this a step further, and offer the god-of-the-gaps argument against any involvement of God in nature. However, the god-of-the-gaps argument is only good against a particular deistic approach to God and nature, and loses its potency when Scripture and science are pursued together. In this episod...
Mar 30, 2023•57 min
The reality and nature of God is a philosophical and theological topic that seeks to understand the existence and characteristics of a divine being - God. In this episode we explores and discuss the various beliefs about the nature of God, including his attributes, relationship with humanity, and role in the universe.
Mar 16, 2023•53 min
The question of what informs right and wrong is a complex one. There are several schools of thought on this matter, each with its own unique perspective. One common view is that right and wrong are determined by a divine being or beings, such as God. In this view, morality is based on religious beliefs and teachings, and ethical principles are seen as commands given by a higher power. Another view is that right and wrong are based on natural law or human reason. According to this perspective, ce...
Mar 01, 2023•57 min
We continue our series to explore the meaning of our worldview. Your worldview can also be referred to as your philosophy, philosophy of life, mindset, outlook on life, formula for life, ideology and faith. There are a number of elements that make up each of our worldviews - our beliefs about certain aspects of reality: • epistemology : beliefs about the nature and sources of knowledge; • metaphysics : beliefs about the ultimate nature of reality; • cosmology : beliefs about the origins and natu...
Feb 16, 2023•1 hr
We continue our series to explore the meaning of our worldview. Your worldview can also be referred to as your philosophy, philosophy of life, mindset, outlook on life, formula for life, ideology and faith. There are a number of elements that make up each of our worldviews - our beliefs about certain aspects of reality: • epistemology : beliefs about the nature and sources of knowledge; • metaphysics : beliefs about the ultimate nature of reality; • cosmology : beliefs about the origins and natu...
Feb 01, 2023•56 min
Over the coming series of episodes of Perspectives we're going to continue to explore the meaning of our worldview. A worldview is the set of beliefs about fundamental aspects of reality that ground and influence all our perceptions, thinking, knowing, and doing. Your worldview can also be referred to as your philosophy, philosophy of life, mindset, outlook on life, formula for life, ideology and faith. There are a number of elements that make up each of our worldviews - our beliefs about certai...
Jan 19, 2023•50 min
Over the coming series of episodes of Perspectives we're going to continue to explore the meaning of our worldview. A worldview is the set of beliefs about fundamental aspects of reality that ground and influence all our perceptions, thinking, knowing, and doing. Your worldview can also be referred to as your philosophy, philosophy of life, mindset, outlook on life, formula for life, ideology and faith. There are a number of elements that make up each of our worldviews - our beliefs about certai...
Jan 04, 2023•53 min
Over the next series of episodes of Perspectives we’re going to explore the meaning of our worldview and the aspects of a Christian worldview. A worldview is the set of beliefs about fundamental aspects of reality that ground and influence all our perceptions, thinking, knowing, and doing. Your worldview can also be referred to as your philosophy, philosophy of life, mindset, outlook on life, formula for life, ideology and faith. There are a number of elements that make up each of our worldviews...
Dec 22, 2022•52 min
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Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Some background for this episode: Listen to the previous Perspectives episodes: Spiritual Beings Part 1 . Spiritual Beings Part 2 . The Big Picture Who rules the world? "2 Corinthians 10:3-5 3 For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. 4 The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds . 5 We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take c...
Sep 09, 2021•1 hr 8 min
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Aug 26, 2021•1 hr 17 min
Big news and big changes coming to the TRHIVE world... Matt and DJ touch on those changes at the top of the show. Plus there is a new LISTENERS SPECIAL OFFER! An incredible 50% off the empowering "Deeper Places Video Series" with the use of the coupon code "thrive" at check out - you can order that series online here . Remember we cannot keep making these podcasts without your generous support! 1} Pray! Pray for God's blessing and direction. 2} Share! Please share your favourite episodes with so...
Aug 12, 2021•1 hr 11 min
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Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 5 min
On this, our 38th episode of Thrive Perspectives, Matthew Jacoby and DJ Paine conclude their discussion about the Holy Spirit and His gifts and fruit. DJ and Matt talk about some great new features in the excellent Sons of Korah APP ! Key passages on the GIFTS of the Spirit: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Romans 12:6-8 Ephesians 4:11-16 1 Peter 4:10-11 Key passages on the FRUIT of the Spirit: Galatians 5:22-23 Ephesians 5:8-11 Head over to our website and say hello! https://thrivetoday.tv/ Please conside...
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 12 min
In this: the second part of Matthew and DJ's look at the Holy Spirit, the boys get theological. In fact DJ blow's the dust off his old "Willmington's Guide to the Bible" and flys through some of the theological points. You can actually look at the book they are using online! - try here or here - starting at around page 641. Matthew also ask's DJ about his new Christian Radio Station called THE TELLY you can have a listen and join in the fun around the world- www.TheTelly.live Please consider bec...
Jul 02, 2021•1 hr 11 min
As Matthew and DJ are going through the book of Acts over on Thrive Deeper, we are getting questions around the work of the Holy Spirit. This week the men embark on a discussion about what the Bible says about the work about the third person of the Trinity. Please consider becoming a financial supporter of everything we do - you can do that here .
Jun 17, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Just what is "PROGRESS" anyway? How should we think about it as a Christian? Follow and interact with THRIVE on YOUR social media: On our new INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT! @thrivetoday.tv On our always public FACEBOOK PAGE: @ThriveTodayPage We have a new exclusive private facebook group just for THRIVE SUPPORTERS! And as always you can always contact us about ANYTHING on our home on the internet: ThriveToday.tv...
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Matthew Jacoby and DJ Paine go down the pathway of "What is Fullfillment?" Can we even find fullfillment? What does the Bible say? Special offer just for YOU the LISTENER: Get Matthew Jacoby's book "Deeper Places" for HALF PRICE! Normally $20 now only $10 for YOU with the coupon card "THRIVE" in the shopping cart! https://5iveonline.com/product/deeper-places-2/
May 20, 2021•1 hr 11 min
on the last episode of Thrive Perspectives we had an overview of the Islamic faith with Dr Bernie Power. This week we the wonderful couple Neville & Elizabeth Clarke who were cross cultural workers in northern Iraq for 14 years. We want you to hear from them what it is like for a growing Christian family to be living in a strong Muslim country.... some of their answers might really surprise you! I know they surprised us! If you would like to get in touch with Neville and Elizabeth - please r...
May 06, 2021•1 hr 10 min
The Islamic faith! The Muslim people! It is the world's second-largest religion with 1.9 billion followers or 24.9% of the world's population. Muslims make up a majority of the population in 51 countries! Dr Bernie Power is an incredibly humble man- he holds degrees in Science, Arts and Theology. His doctorate focused on the Hadith. He has spent over twenty years as an Interserve partner living and working among Muslims in Asia and the Middle East. Currently he lectures in Islamic Studies at the...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 15 min
On this episode Matthew and DJ tackle a topic that keeps popping it's head up in peoples questions: "Political Correctness". You can read the full wikipedia entry on the phrase here . It includes: " Political correctness (adjectivally: politically correct; commonly abbreviated PC) is a term used to describe language, policies, or measures that are intended to avoid offense or disadvantage to members of particular groups in society. In public discourse and the media, the term is generally used as...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Please visit https://thrivetoday.tv/ to contact us, support us or just access our free resources. Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThriveTodayPage OPINONS! We all have them... but what do we do with very strong convictions about events and stories that are happening around us? More importantly, what about a friend or loved one has very different opinons and convictions? Can we love someone who believes in "conspiracy theories"? Can we fellowship with someone who believes the...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Mark your calendars - Friday March 26th for our first live video Q and A. Matthew references: "Desiring the Kingdom: Worship, Worldview, and Cultural Formation" by James K.A. Smith - Goodreads The Roles of Art: Educate: stretching the imagination. Elevation: see "The Happiness Hypothesis" By Jonathan Haidt Expression: understanding where culture is at. Matthew mentions: Adam Lee - Australian Artist The brutal grotesque works of Francis Bacon and Peter Booth...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Today we are talking about a topic that has rocked a lot of good people. We talk about Ravi Zacharias . The reporting by Christianity Today has been really exhaustive. Ravi's ministry has released a very honest and complete statement . Christian leaders respond to Ravi here . We also talk about Hillsong New York Pop Pastor Carl Lentz . His sexual sin and fall from ministry . Carl was always controversial and popular with the world. This is a very honest discussion about how do we respond when pe...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 9 min
It's our 1st Birthday! We launched Thrive Perspectives Feb 14th 2020. YAY! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Atheism "Four Horsemen" The 'Four Horsemen of the New Atheism' clockwise from top left: Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, Daniel Dennett, and Sam Harris. We mention the incredible Douglas Wilson of https://canonpress.com/ and the American analytic philosopher and Christian theologian: William Lane Craig of https://www.reasonablefaith.org/ Please consider giving towards our podcasts h...
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 5 min
As we start a brand new year of 2021 please consider becoming a supporter of the THRIVE PODCASTS - we appreciate any amount you are willing to give to us as a monthly donor - please head here . On this episode we have a special guest - self proclaimed "legal nerd" & passionate christian Kier Scott join Matthew Jacoby and DJ Paine to discuss a topic that is being heatedly discussed around Australia. New laws have been introduced into the state of Victorian Parliament to ban practices that see...
Dec 31, 2020•1 hr 17 min
In an age of "tolerance" and "acceptance"... if we are expected to believe the mantra that "love is love"... how does a christian who believes that there are absolute truths talk about their beliefs with out offending? is that possible? In this week leading up to Christmas, when we will be catching up spending time with family and relatives with varrying opions and beliefs... Matthew and DJ discuss this sticky situation. Don't forget to download the all new Sons Of Korah app: www.sonsofkorah.com...
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 7 min
This fortnight Matthew and DJ tackle the subject of other religions. Do all roads lead to the same God? Is God the same and we are all just calling Him different names? Aren't we all just after the same thing? They look at the views of "Inclusivism" - "Exclusivism" - "Plurilism" Also we are thrilled to let you know that Matthew's band SONS OF KORAH has a brand new app! The Sons Of Korah app is FREE and has a tonne of great content, but for a low subscription you can support your favourite Psalmi...
Dec 04, 2020•1 hr 12 min
