The hypothesis of this episode is that a genuine understanding of Christianity is predicated on reconciling a number of seeming contradictions. The experiment is to learn to be ok with the paradoxes of the godly life, and discover the right balance in our understanding of God’s principles.
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100 – Knowing God: The First Christian Priority
In this episode Jeremiah talks about the foundational priority of Christianity. The hypothesis is that knowing God is the basis of the Christian faith. The experiment is to examine whether our spiritual life is truly founded on a relationship with God.
99 – The Kingdom and Your Neighbor: A Conversation
Jeremiah and regular contributor Lewis have an impromptu conversation. Topics covered include important basic principles in a relationship with God, how do we relate to the Kingdom of God, and the question of just who, exactly, is my neighbor.
82 – The Integrity of “I Don’t Know”
In this episode, Jeremiah talks about humility and integrity. The hypothesis is that we should trust God more than we trust our own knowledge. The experiment is to practice saying “I don’t know.”
81 – The Principle of Return
The hypothesis of this episode is that whatever we give out is what we receive, whether positive or negative, and that this is an important spiritual principle which has profound effects on lives. The experiment is to identify what you need, and intentionally take action to give that out to others.
79 – The Evolution of Prayer and the Importance of Contemplation: A Conversation
Jeremiah has another conversation with his friend Lewis. In this episode, they discuss the historical evolution of prayer, as well as the importance of contemplation and waiting on the Lord.
77 – A Year of the God Experiment (Many Cool Things)
Jeremiah celebrates the one year anniversary of The God Experiment by looking at some highlights from the episodes released in the last year. Sometimes it is helpful to take a step back and get a big-picture view of something. So prepare your mind and heart, because we’re going to talk about many cool things.
60 – Review of “Mere Christianity” by C. S. Lewis (Part 4 of 4)
This is the final episode of our four-part review of “Mere Christianity” by C. S. Lewis. This section deals with such topics as the usefulness of theology, the Heavenly Father’s begetting of Christ, the nature of the Trinity, the process of becoming like Christ, and why some Christians don’t seem to be “better” than non-Christians.
59 – Review of “Mere Christianity” by C. S. Lewis (Part 3)
Jeremiah reviews book 3 of Mere Christianity, by C. S. Lewis. This section of the book addresses such topics as Christian morality, the seven virtues, psychoanalysis, sexual morality, marriage, forgiveness, charity, hope, and faith. This is part 3 of a 4 part series.
58 – Review of “Mere Christianity” by C. S. Lewis (Part 2 of 4)
Jeremiah reviews book 2 of Mere Christianity, by C. S. Lewis. This section of the book addresses such topics as the various concepts of God, the problem of evil in regards to a God of goodness (theodicy), arguments against Christianity from the perspective of atheism, an explanation of the existence of the devil, the importance…