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In this opening episode, we begin our study through one of the most personal, passionate, and challenging letters Paul ever wrote. More than just theology, 2 Corinthians gives us a window into Paul’s heart — his care for people, his suffering in ministry, and his defense of true apostleship.

Together, we’ll see how this letter speaks not only to an ancient church in crisis but also directly into our lives today. This series will help us see what faithful Christian ministry really looks like: caring for people, being comforted by God, and sometimes even standing firm when misunderstood.

Stay with us across this series as we walk passage by passage through Paul’s words — words that still comfort, challenge, and transform today.

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Season 2 Finale: The Eastern Confession of Cyril Lucaris & The Synod of Jerusalem (1672)

In this final episode of Season Two of the History of the Church Podcast, we close our journey through the Eastern tradition by examining two defining documents: Cyril Lucaris’ Eastern Confession of the Christian Faith (1629) and the response of the Orthodox world in The Confession of Dositheus (1672).

At stake were the deepest questions of authority, salvation, and the gospel itself. Was the East to move closer to Reformed Protestantism, with Scripture at the center, as Lucaris urged? Or would it anchor itself firmly in tradition, sacramentalism, and church authority, as Dositheus declared?

These debates remind us that the gospel is never preserved by accident. Each generation must ask again: what is the foundation of our faith — the Word of God, or the shifting judgments of men?

As evangelicals, we find much to appreciate and much to critique in these confessions. But above all, we are reminded of Jude’s charge to “contend for the faith once delivered to the saints” — a call as urgent today as it was in the seventeenth century.

Season three coming soon:

As Season Two ends, we turn now from the Eastern world to the Western Middle Ages. Season Three — The Medieval West, 500–1500 A.D. — will explore the rise of monasticism, the papacy, scholasticism, corruption, reform, and the movements that prepared the way for Luther and Calvin.

Join us as we cross into a new chapter of church history — and discover how God was at work even in the darkest of centuries, preserving His Word and preparing His Church.

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This episode provides a re-reading of a talk i gave on Tuesday 14th January 2025 at the County Hotel, Lytham St Annes:

• The Nature of God: Relational vs. impersonal
• Spiritual Enlightenment vs. Salvation by Grace
• Jesus Christ’s Role: Son of God vs. mystical prophet
• Scriptural Authority vs. Esoteric Knowledge

My exploration not only identifies philosophical tensions but also highlights how the gospel of Jesus Christ provides what I believe is a comprehensive, grace-based solution for the human soul.

For the complete script and notes, visit my Patreon Page.

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If you would prefer to watch the video version on Youtibe, with loads of original stills from the film, just follow the ling below.

https://youtu.be/EeOPcd26lgc

I shall be posting several bonus episodes over the next week or so whilst I work on our next season together, in which I return to the New Testament and begin our study through Paul's 2nd letter to the church at Corinth. 

This episode was originally posted Patreon on 18th January 2025

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This bonus episode was originally posted as a Patron-only bonus episode on Patreon on November 17, 2024. I hope you enjoy it. explores the life and theories of Abraham Maslow, a prominent psychologist known for his "Hierarchy of Needs" theory and

This special episode delves into the life and theories of Abraham Maslow, a renowned psychologist who is famous for his "Hierarchy of Needs" theory and his contributions to the field of "Humanistic Psychology." In it, I examine the intersection of Maslow’s ideas with Christian principles, analyzing how concepts such as self-actualization and human potential align with the biblical view of human nature, purpose, and fulfillment. I also discuss Maslow’s later work in transpersonal psychology, in which he explored mystical and spiritual experiences, and I critique this, as well as his controversial views on eugenics. Finally, I conclude by arguing that a Christian worldview provides a more comprehensive understanding of human flourishing than Maslow’s theories alone.

I shall be posting several bonus episodes over the next week or so whilst I work on our next season together, in which I return to the New Testament and begin our study through Paul's 2nd letter to the church at Corinth. 

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Welcome to a special bonus episode. 

I shall be posting several bonus episodes over the next week or so whilst I work on our next season together, in which I return to the New Testament and begin our study through Paul's 2nd letter to the church at Corinth. 

In this episode, we are reposting an episode I originally posted on 10th November 2024,  one of a series on ancient philosophy and its influence on the early Christian worldview. In it, I examine how the life and teachings of Socrates, one of history's most iconic philosophers, laid the groundwork for the reception and dissemination of the Christian message. I examine the early Greek Pre-Socratic philosophers and Sophists, as well as the transformative impact of Socrates, and the pivotal role of 1st-century Rome and the Pax Romana in the rise of Christianity. The aim of this episode is to offer insights into the historical and philosophical context that shaped the world in which Christianity emerged.

I hope you enjoy it.

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The story of Ruth ends with hope, redemption, and joy. What began in loss and famine concludes with restoration and promise—pointing us to Christ, our Redeemer. Join us as we reflect on the final chapter of Ruth and the greater story of God’s redeeming love.

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Have you ever faced a moment where you weren’t sure if you were staring at an amazing opportunity—or a potential disaster?

Life is full of those moments, like that, isn’t it? Times when we have to make decisions without knowing how things will turn out. 

That’s the very tension we find in Ruth chapter 3. 

Ruth and Naomi are facing another turning point—an opportunity that could change everything, or a step that could leave Ruth exposed and vulnerable. Naomi has a plan, but Ruth has a choice, and Boaz also has a role to play that will unfold in ways neither of these women could fully predict.

So, let’s open Ruth chapter 3 together and see how God uses this midnight encounter on a threshing floor to teach us about faith, character, and what it looks like to walk into uncertain moments with trust in His hand of providence….

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Episode Title: How to Always Keep Your Life Going in The Right Direction.

In Ruth chapter 2, we see the beauty of kindness at work. Ruth chose to walk in humility and compassion, and in doing so, she encountered Boaz—a godly, gracious, and generous man. His kindness met hers, and together their story points us toward the greater kindness of Christ.

This episode explores how small acts of love and mercy can open the way to God’s blessings, shaping not just our lives but the lives of those around us. Which road are you on—the path of self-interest, or the road of kindness and service? Scripture reminds us, “mercy triumphs over judgment” (James 2:13).

Join me as we learn from Ruth’s example and discover the direction God calls us to walk: the way of kindness, mercy, and Christlike love.

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Welcome:
Welcome to today’s episode of The Bible Project Daily Podcast, where we continue through Ruth Chapter 1 and discover how God brings hope out of bitterness and redemption out of loss.

This episode begins with famine, grief, and Naomi’s bitterness — yet in the middle of sorrow, Ruth chooses faithfulness and a new life with God’s people. This episode explores how our decisions to trust the Lord shape our future and how His grace can turn even the darkest chapters into stories of redemption.

Key Thought:
Life is not just shaped by the dreams we dream, but by the decisions we make in faith.

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