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Spiritual, but not religious: Addressing common misconceptions

'Spiritual but not religious?' What does this mean and what does it have to say about who we are? Our spiritual curiosity rightly points beyond ourselves, but are we correct in writing-off religion? Max investigates whether looking to Christ means we need not chose between the two.

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How Does Jesus Revolutionise Attitudes Towards Women?

John 14:9 says, 'Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father'. If this is the case, what do Jesus' interactions with women tell us about God? Lara explores what Jesus' teaching, and approach to women reveal about the heart of the Creator.

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Love and Truth

Every January, my phone fills with warm New Year messages, wishes of hope and joy from traditions that never quite framed the world that way. It's a lovely thing, but it raises a question: where do those words really come from, and what are they reaching for?

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How Christian Marriage Reshaped Indian Law

How did 'one husband and one wife' enter law in a land shaped by the Epics where plural marriage was the norm? Rahil traces the history of India's changing marital culture and asks what inspired the change in law.

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Engaging with Truth in the Context of Indic Faiths

If you’ve ever had a deep conversation with someone from Hindu, Jain, Sikh, or Buddhist backgrounds, you might have noticed something unusual: truth doesn’t always mean the same thing to these groups as it does to Christians.

Where does our value come from? (Part II)

In a world that often measures success by achievements and status, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or lose sight of our own confidence and self-worth. In this final session of his two-part series, Simon Edwards explores the role of faith in shaping unshakable self-worth, the foundations of human dignity, and how Christianity uncovers the deeper meaning of what makes us truly valuable.

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Where Does Our Value Come From? (Part I)

Amidst cultural pressure to set goals and measure success, Simon Edwards reflects on what gives our lives true value and meaning. In Part I of II, he explores how biblical truths offer a deeper foundation for our worth and value beyond achievements or abilities.

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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.

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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.

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Is Christianity a White Man’s Religion?

Raymond Bukenya explores the historical and cultural origins of Christianity, addressing key topics such as who started Christianity and challenging the assumption that it is exclusively a Western or white faith. He explains Christianity when it was founded and clarifies misconceptions about its origins in the Middle East rather than Europe. He also addresses the question, "Was Jesus white?", offering a historical perspective on the ethnicity of Jesus and the global nature of Christianity today.

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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.

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