Skip to content
Book for Summer School this July!
Doubt
Religion

Filter by

What about contradictions in the Bible?

Do the Gospels contradict each other? Dr. Darrell Bock tackles common challenges about alleged Bible contradictions, from Jesus’ words on the cross to differing resurrection accounts. In this discussion with Charlie Styles, they explore why differences don’t mean contradictions—and how the Bible’s diverse perspectives strengthen its credibility.

Does Suffering disprove God? Simon Edwards & Harry Amos

This thought-provoking debate between Harry Amos, an agnostic atheist, and Simon, part of the OCCA team, considers the question of…

29:21
What Draws People to the Occult?

Occult practices are rapidly gaining popularity, driven by social media trends like #WitchTok and endorsements from celebrities openly embracing these practices. In this video, Alanzo Paul examines the increasing allure of the occult, unpacking its promises of hidden knowledge, empowerment, and healing. He contrasts these with the Christian perspective, revealing how Christ offers a deeper, lasting fulfillment for our spiritual needs.

27:15
How Can I Find Meaning in My Pain?

Alanzo Paul examines the profound question of God and suffering from a Christian perspective, exploring how God could allow suffering in our world. Through a combination of philosophical analysis, theological insights, and personal stories, he reflects on how faith can help us find meaning in the midst of pain and hardship.

25:25
Jesus is Amazing!

Peter J. Williams asserts that Jesus was a genius. His genius, Peter argues, is illustrated in His powerful storytelling. Through an in-depth analysis of the Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15, Peter shows how Jesus weaves together biblical themes and shares timeless lessons that resonate with all humanity, religious and non-religious alike.

20:56
How Reliable is the Old Testament? (Part 2)

In this video, Calum Miller dives deep into the evidence for the Old Testament by exploring ancient history and archaeological findings. By aligning the accuracy of details in the stories of the Patriarchs and the Exodus with historical records, Calum demonstrates how the Old Testament is not just a book of ancient myths but describes real events in history.

20:13
God of War or God of Justice?

Is the God of the Old Testament a God of war and genocide? Christians claim that God is just, but passages in the Old Testament raise questions about the morality of God's commands. In this initial video on controversial Old Testament scriptures, Alanzo Paul analyses passages in the Book of Joshua that continue to stir debates about God's character as either a just protector or a ruthless conqueror.

12:36
How Does Jesus Revolutionise Attitudes Towards Women?

Jesus regularly involving women in his teaching and community powerfully challenged the cultural norms of His day. In this lecture, Lara Buchanan examines how easily overlooked details in the Bible point to Jesus’ regular affirmation of women’s worth and dignity at a time when this was contested.

21:44
Are Science and Religion Compatible?

In this lecture from the FEUER conference, Max Baker-Hytch challenges claims that science disproves God's existence. Using philosophical arguments, he asserts that a naturalistic framework fails to explain phenomena such as consciousness and the fine-tuning of our universe, and suggests that theism remains a viable belief system today.

15:27
What are the Ethics of Persuasion?

Are arguments for God manipulative? Mark Lanier, a trial lawyer with nearly 40 years of experience, addresses the ethics of persuasion and differentiates between arguments based on reason and integrity, and propaganda, which manipulates emotion and biases without logical reasoning.

22:13
Can You Prove God Exists?

Mark Lanier, a trial lawyer with nearly 40 years of experience, applies his legal expertise to the question of whether it's possible to prove God's existence. He discusses different types of proof and the legal system's concept of 'the burden of proof,' highlighting that scientific methods of enquiry are limited in their ability to answer certain existential questions.

30:32
How Does Faith Impact the Arts?

Storm Cecile, a 25-year-old spoken word poet, discusses how her Christian faith shapes her creativity and resilience. In this interview with Charlie Styles, Storm explores her artistic passions and how she intentionally aligns her work with spiritual values.

Hear from us