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C. S. Lewis and the Christian Life

St. Philip's Church: Charleston, SC

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Join the Rev. Brian McGreevy and explore C.S. Lewis’s life and work through the lens of his important insights for living Christianly in a post-Christian culture, looking at meaning and purpose, friendship, beauty and joy, suffering, hope, and apologetics.
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Jesus Waves

Finding God

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Spiritual video and audio with Jonathan McCallum in the waves of life. I’m a slightly over-enthusiastic, tall, long (often dripping) haired Austral-merican living in the Basque Country on the Camino de Santiago. I am learning so much about Jesus who I love and like to be near to. jonamccallum.substack.com
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First published in 1919 under his pseudonym Clive Hamilton, Spirits in Bondage, is also the first published book by the notorious novelist C.S. Lewis. This early piece of work represents Lewis’ youth, as it was written at a time when the author had just returned from his military service in the First World War. In addition it differentiates itself from his other works, not just in terms of style, but also in themes due to his agnostic stand at the time. Written in the form of poetry, the pie ...
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Lively Faith

The Rev. Nathan Stomberg

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Frank conversations about living and defending the Christian faith. Subscribe for monthly episodes. Do you want to better live out your faith in God? Here we discuss tough questions about faithfully living and defending a Christian worldview by leaning on the collective wisdom of the Universal Church throughout the ages. Join the Rev. Nathan Stomberg in conversations exploring the richness of Church Tradition and applying it to the complications of everyday life. With Scripture and Tradition ...
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What I Believe

Humanists UK

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In this podcast, Chief Executive of Humanists UK Andrew Copson talks to humanists today about what they believe, to understand more about the values, convictions, and opinions they live by.
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C.S. Lewis for Today

Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church | Houston

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Taught Dr. Clay Brown, Equipping Pastor We still read and talk about C. S. Lewis even though it is more than 50 years after his death. His words and thoughts remain remarkably powerful and profound, sounding as though they were authored this morning rather than decades ago. So why does Lewis remain so popular and influential today? Clay Brown will teach a six-session course on Lewis seeking to answer that question. The focus will be on Lewis the writer, thinker, and cultural critic, and on t ...
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Great Works in Western Literature with Joseph Pearce, hosted by Kris McGregor,This series examines, from the Judeo-Christian perspective, the life, the times, and influence of authors of great works in literature. This program offers Catholic Cultural Apologetic for those on the discerning journey.
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Blueprint Church

Blueprint Church

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We believe the gospel changes people, and people change the world. These podcast episodes will be a demonstration of that precept. Sermons, interviews and conversations about doing ministry where life exists in the city of Atlanta and to the ends of the Earth.
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The Optimistic Curmudgeon

OptimisticCurmudgeon2021

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The Optimistic Curmudgeon is an interview podcast where Josh Herring interviews expert guests whose credentials and experience help listeners understand truth in a confusing world. We discuss issues under seven areas: economics, politics, education, philosophy, business, virtue, and leadership! May the best ideas win.
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Today it appears cooler heads have cancelled the apocalypse.[1. Photo by Emanuel Kypreos on Unsplash.] But were we ever really in that level of danger? This sense of dread feels new. But as C. S. Lewis once wrote, we must practice timeless wisdom when we’re living in an atomic age: “If we are all going to be destroyed by an atomic bomb, let that bo…
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The journey of the character Shasta, who finds himself separated from his companions, is a relatable tale of perseverance and friendship. Along the way, we encounter a mysterious lion. "Listen," said the Horse. "You and I must fly from Calormen together." Even in their mistakes, the characters strive to do good. The story reminds us to have faith w…
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For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life! Not only is this so, but we also boast in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation #newtestament (00:00:00) — God's love is always present,…
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A Christian life is a journey of pressing forward. It's a walk that involves striving and, at times, suffering, all while we move toward the ultimate goal of being with Christ. Heirs Through Suffering "The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God's children." This isn't just a title; it's a promise of inheritance. As children, we ar…
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Andrew Copson speaks to Labour MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale and Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group, Lizzi Collinge, about the practical application of humanist principles within the often-turbulent world of politics. It's a glimpse into the unique challenges and 'profound' rewards of being a humanist voice in Westminster, and how…
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Magic. The very word feels like a curse to many good Christians. Add other terms like witch or wizard and you’ll get an even more heated cauldron of controversy. We’re no strangers to that at Lorehaven. Now our longtime friend Marian A. Jacobs has created the definitive book treatment of this topic. This week, On Magic and Miracles is cast into the…
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Andrew Copson speaks to economist James Forder about his view on individual freedom and limited government as a self described 'old-fashioned liberal'. He discusses his belief in free enterprise as not just an economic engine but a powerful moral good that fosters self-reliance and the pursuit of individual goals. He also delves into the profound p…
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An Ai summary of my video: The speaker opens with a prediction that while we will produce more with less effort using AI, it will lead to a decline in critical thinking and the loss of humanity's original voice. The cycle of producing more with less effort will happen. And I also think that that will cause less brain power... So the original voice …
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Jesus told many parables, some even fantastical. Yet some Christians presume these parables are simple allegories. Is this really the point of parables? Or do they reflect biblical truths in more meaningful ways? We’re inviting Cru ministry creatives who’ve made a new audio drama, inspired by the parable of the prodigal son, called The Road to Kael…
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Listening to the Holy Spirit (00:00:00) We are called to listen to the Holy Spirit who lives within us and to step out in faith. This is grounded in the eternal perspective of Christ's death and resurrection and bear in mind and heart those who have given their lives to share God's love. (00:00:20) When you sense God's love for a person or situatio…
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Andrew Copson speaks to a leading voice in human-technology interaction, Dr Kate Devlin, about becoming the unexpected 'face of sex robots' and why our fascination with artificial companions reveals more about us than the machines. Kate discusses repeating patterns of human fear and adaptation in the face of new technology, the critical ethical cha…
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Thank you for watching! 00:00) I noticed that some people have a problem with C.S. Lewis.(00:12) Lewis describes a person who is not from Narnia and doesn't know Aslan nor the ways of Narnia.(00:50) [Audio Reading] Certain theological perspectives seem far more preoccupied with policing the errors of others than they are known for cultivating a joy…
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Aircraft pilots see a lot of amazing sights, above the Earth in planes and even spaceships. But men who do this challenging work often confront the nastier sides of these hard jobs, struggling to stay good in a gritty world. For pilot and new sci-fi novelist Dan Daetz, these realities rocket into a cosmic setting when one man, with the ugliest job …
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Andrew Copson speaks to bestselling author Sarah Bakewell who discusses her intellectual journey through the lives and ideas of history's great thinkers. From Montaigne's enduring wisdom to the existentialists' quest for meaning and the rich tapestry of humanism, Sarah discusses how she uncovers the 'inhabited philosophy' of fascinating individuals…
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Dr. Josh Herring reflects on Season 8: The Re-Enchanting Inklings, drawing out connections between guests and suggesting what this season of The Optimistic Curmudgeon says about modernity, the Inklings, and our need to encounter reality. With shoutouts and callbacks to Annie Crawford, Andrew Lazo, Christiana Hale, Holly Ordway, Landon Loftin, Austi…
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Realm Makers started in 2013 with a Christian-led speculative fiction writers’ conference. Now it’s a 24/7 organization to train aspiring authors, a traveling bookstore, and cousin to a stationary bookstore. This summer the conference levels up with the Realm Makers Expo, a crossover fan-centered event with many other Christian groups and fantastic…
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"It's Me, I Need Help!" — Is It Really Your Loved One on the Phone? It’s one of the most serious and terrifying scams of our time. Criminals are now using AI to perfectly mimic the voices of your loved ones, creating a fake emergency to trick you out of your money. They rely on one thing: targeting your emotions and creating a sense of urgency. Her…
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In this episode, we explain the meaning and importance of “The Abolition of Man” by C. S. Lewis, showing how this book predicted the moral decay of modern society, and what the Church can learn from it today. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 04:47 – Men without chests 07:55 – Against deconstructi…
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Annie Crawford explains Dr. Michael ward's theory of "donegality," and shows how reading The Silver Chair as C.S. Lewis's lunar novel helps explain the difference between Aslan's Country and the muddled world below. This conversation is largely based on an article Annie wrote for An Unexpected Journal entitled "Finding Faith in Fairy Tales: Answers…
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Andrew Copson speaks to journalist and political powerhouse Ian Dunt about the uncomfortable truths of liberalism, the rise of populism, and tensions between freedom to Vs freedom from. This episode was recorded in January 2024. What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russell and the philosopher EM Forster in…
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Fr. Andrew Lazo offers his interpretation of C.S. Lewis's Till We Have Faces as Lewis's "best book." Lazo reads the novel through The Four Loves, and contends that Lewis's entire project, as it develops across a lifetime of spiritual writing, culminates in this final novel. This conversation also features discussion of the Mere Christians conferenc…
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Andrew Copson speaks to acclaimed novelist and Humanists UK patron Jane Fallon about the beliefs that have shaped her journey from vegetarianism to veganism, her lifelong love for animals, and her transition from TV producer to the author of 14 bestselling books. What I Believe was the title of two separate essays by the philosopher Bertrand Russel…
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English: You are very good with languages. Worries, mate. Could you mimic my accent? Sorry, keep on going. I interrupted Claire. Keep on going. Claire, what do you think about this verse? Could you read it out to us in French? This verse calls us the importance of having simple and humble faith, like that of a child, to enter into the kingdom of Go…
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Books will last after Jesus’s return. That’s clear from Revelation 20:12, which refers to human life record books used for judging the dead. What then about other kinds of books, especially fantastical novels? Will amazing stories made by Christians, including those we explore at Lorehaven, last forever? Can we enjoy new stories? And what about gre…
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Is the pursuit of a dream worth it, even if it’s torn apart in the end? In The Old Man and the Sea, Ernest Hemingway tells the story of Santiago, an aging Cuban fisherman determined to break a long streak of bad luck. Venturing far into the open sea, he hooks the catch of a lifetime—but as he battles to bring it home, he watches it slowly devoured …
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A brief video featuring Ai to discuss the Chronicles of Narnia Show notes from Video: But even in the darkest times, there is always hope, especially with the guidance of Aslan. It seems that Aslan is representing a figure that I have always marveled at, and I've read about him. I hope to meet him one day. Do you know in my world what his name is? …
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Today I made this video about learning languages. I am learning Basque (Euskera) and I give some examples of how to use @google Studio Ai for this. English: What do you feel when you notice the tranquility of Port Hacking River? What do you think of the wind at Ellura Beach when you breathe it in? It's very salty and beautiful place to be. I love b…
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1 Corinthians 15:44, 50 (NIV): "it is sown a natural body, it is raised a spiritual body... I declare to you, brothers and sisters, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable."Romans 8:21 (NIV): "...that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the…
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Andrew Copson speaks to Labour peer, campaigner, humanist, and former child refugee Lord Alf Dubs who shares the beliefs that have shaped his lifelong quest for social justice, including a childhood encounter with discrimination in 1940s UK and finding himself unexpectedly part of history as a hospital patient on the day the NHS began. He also open…
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Christiana Hale, author of Deeper Heaven: A Reader's Guide to C.S. Lewis's Ransom Trilogy, discusses her essay on pleasure and contemplation in Life on the Silent Planet: Essays on Christian Living from C.S. Lewis's Ransom Trilogy. Medieval cosmology, Perelandra, closing out the teaching season, the Un-Man's temptations of the Green Lady, right and…
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Kathryn needs no magical stone, slingshots around the sun, or fantastic phone box. She can time travel quite naturally, falling asleep in Victorian London only to wake up in the World War II era. Now she’s caught up in a quest to save her sister from Jack the Ripper and choose only one timeline by her 25th birthday. Every Hour Until Then author Gab…
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Matthew 5:3 - Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10 - Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 7:21 - Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in he…
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Jesus takes this breath of life we have in this moment, in these years we live on earth, and extends it into all eternity when He makes all things new. People are hungry for God, and what I want to hear most is what Jesus says about people and life. We all hope to live a full, happy life with those we love and to love them well—but that’s not the e…
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John 11:25-26: “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.” John 5:24: “Whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and… has crossed over from death to life.” John 6:47: “Very truly I tell you, the one who believes has e…
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‘Tis the season for graduations. Right now some students are happy to leave their textbooks behind. But what sorts of books should faithful readers want to take with them, not just in their childhood and teenage years, but into their lives as Christ-following grown-ups? Today’s guest has given many a graduation speech, and he’s also the author of m…
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Dr. Holly Ordway discusses her essay "Arthur in Edgestow" in Life on the Silent Planet: Lessons in Christian Living from C.S. Lewis's Ransom Trilogy. She explain Lewis's love of Arthurian legends, the choices Lewis makes in incorporating, adapting, and tweaking elements of the Arthurian legendarium in That Hideous Strength. With discussion of Charl…
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In this episode I speak about the foundations for the call that all baptized have to live a life of Chastity according to each one’s state in life. I present an introduction and a foundation for the Sixth and Ninth Commandments: “You shall not commit adultery” and “You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife.” ----- - You can find these topics in the …
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“This is a story about something that happened long ago when your grandfather was a child. It is a very important story because it shows how all the comings and goings between our own world and the land of Narnia first began.” Seventy years after its publication on May 2, 1955, why do we still love Lewis’s sixth Chronicles of Narnia book, The Magic…
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Landon Loftin, author of What Barfield Thought: An Introduction to the Work of Owen Barfield with Max Leyf, discusses Barfield's role in the Inklings, focus on language, and friendship with Lewis. The conversation draws mostly from Barfield's History in English Words. Loftin goes into specific detail about Barfield's pro-life work, and the connecti…
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In this episode, our editor Josh Fenton joins to discuss Millennial perspectives on faith in God, masculinity, social media, inflation, starting a family, and much more. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction & Lively Faith Magazine 05:40 – Josh’s background 08:10 – Reading books 14:00 – Materialism vs…
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Dr. Austin Freeman discusses his book, Tolkien Dogmatics. Doctrines of creation, eschatology, angels, demons, and Christian living all receive major consideration. Along the way, we discuss Kevin Vanhoozer, reflect on the 2024 election (we recorded on November 5, 2024), "Leaf by Niggle," what's happening theologically in the act of creating a story…
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Bestselling author Brent Weeks explains how he got into writing, from where he draws inspiration, how he builds characters, and details hidden in the Night Angel trilogy, the Lightbringer series, and the Kylar Chronicles. Brent comments on issues in modern publishing, Brandan Sanderson, and in general welcomes viewers into his world as an author. B…
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Dr. Steve Beebe, author a variety of communication textbooks and discoverer of a Lewis project co-written with Tolkien about language, discusses C.S. Lewis's methods of communicating in both written and verbal communication. Beebe argues that Lewis followed five habits that helped him be a powerful communicator. We too can learn to communicate like…
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