Press On Journal

Press On Journal

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Press On Journal episodes

  • Christadelphians’ Obsession with the Bible
    The bible itself is not an instruction manual or the foundation of faith; it reveals God's redemptive story through inspired writings, guiding us to be more like Jesus, the Word made flesh, who is the true foundation of Christian faith through his death and resurrection.
    21 min
  • Cooperation: In Our Genes?
    Evolutionary mechanisms involving cooperation alongside competition appear to have been integral to life's development. Mechanisms like kin selection, reciprocity, and group selection allow cooperators to survive against defectors. Cooperation may reflect God's relational nature, with human altruism and self-sacrifice mirroring divine love. An evolutionary process, though messy, could manifest God's new creation unfolding with freedom over time.
    32 min
  • God and the Environment — Stewardship
    Environmental stewardship is a Christian responsibility. The Earth belongs to God, and we must treat it with gratitude, respect, and love. Environmental degradation prevents creation from praising God as intended. Christians cannot ignore environmental issues, and caring for our planet is one way we show love to our neighbors.
    22 min
  • Bethlehem - Stars and Shepherds
    Based on biblical accounts, historical records, and astronomical data, Jesus was likely born in September, 3 BCE, during the Feast of Trumpets, especially as specific celestial alignments occurred in the constellations of Virgo and Leo. Elements of the birth narrative hold special significance, including Bethlehem, the manger, the shepherds, and the swaddling cloths.
    32 min
  • Me Too
    Women in the Bible faced rampant sexual oppression and abuse, often from powerful men, mirroring today's world. Hagar, Bathsheba, Tamar, Esther endured exploitation – even rape – with bystanders enabling the crimes. Their brave perseverance demands justice, dignity, and safe spaces for women to thrive without oppression.
    24 min
  • Hope
    Rahab's story exemplifies hope in God despite adversity. Her faith saved her family. Though imperfect, God crafts us for His glory, and hope may be found in God's mercy. Sharing struggles strengthens hope through empathy and prayer.
    20 min
  • Can We Talk About Jews?
    Who is considered Jewish is a complex topic. It can refer to ethnicity, religion, or a blend of both. To avoid misinformation and offense when discussing Jews requires a sensitivity to potentially offensive language and stereotypes, and it demands compassion when discussing Jewish suffering, particularly related to the Holocaust/Shoah.
    24 min
  • Science and Faith, or, Swallowing Camels
    Science and religion rely on faith and reasoning; both test hypotheses about life and the afterlife through lifelong experiments. Disparaging either is arrogant exaggeration; humility about the limits of knowledge is needed.
    18 min
  • The Stars Speak: Chapter Three
    The ancient star names and constellation figures of the Zodiac appear to be a visual aid from God to communicate the gospel message. The names and imagery associated with each constellation connect with biblical passages and events, including Christ's birth, sacrifice, victory over sin and death, and return as conquering victor.
    27 min
  • The Floating World
    A power outage triggered apocalyptic thoughts, and revealed the fragility of human systems. It highlighted the need for radical trust in God's sovereignty instead of relying on our own efforts during uncertain times, while still caring for others and awaiting divine guidance with stillness and faith.
    23 min

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Press On is a Christadelphian journal. We publish engaging perspectives, expressed with enthusiasm and love for other believers. Press On aspires to stimulate growth in the Christadelphian community…