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In this 2nd part of the LGBTQ series, we move from the level of Knowledge (part 1) to the level of understanding and the level of wisdom. How do we understand members of this community as to why they do what they do? And how to apply that understanding in out interactions with them wisely. This is followed by an audience Q&A.
LGBTQ 2.0 - Seeking Understanding, Applying Wisdom (Episode 33 - WWs)
In this session on LGBTQ, Charles approaches the topic at 3 levels. 1. Knowledge level 2. Understanding level 3. Wisdom level After giving a snapshot of the Global trends, he helps the audience understand the 'operational definitions' of the various terms used in the LGBTQ discourse. The APA's (American Psychological Association) definitions on various key terms were explained in detail. The Q&A that followed addressed various common misconceptions and provides needed clarity on those. The next session LGBTQ 2.0, will address the "understand and wisdom (application) part. Thanks! 0:00 Start 2:15 Introduction 12:23 Global Trends 40:16 Operational Definitions 42:00 Sex 44:04 Gender 46:46 Sexual Orientation 48:51 Gender Identity 50:44 Gay 51:14 Transgender 56:33 Intersex 59:00 Eunuchs 1:03:27 Hijras 1:05:05 Q&A
LGBTQ : The Knowledge Gap (Episode 32 - WWs)
Christ & culture - their meaning, interplay-interaction, influence and import are all very crucial to understanding people, places and thereby our posture towards evangelism. This very interesting and important topic is very effectively unpacked by Dr.Daniel (Bobby) Thejus, PhD, who works for Oxford Centre for Religion and Public Life (OCRPL). There is an insightful Q&A at the end of the presentation. Kindly give it a listen and share as appropriate. Thanks! 0:00 Introduction of Speaker and Topic 3:08 Start of session 1:15:44 Q & A
Christ & culture (ft. Daniel Thejus - Episode 31, Winsome Wednesdays)
The question of compatibility b/w God and science is an age-old one and a heated one! Bro.B.George unpacks the nuances of this debate in a very systematic manner and builds a strong case for their compatibility and congruence, even! Give this a listen and share! Don't miss the extended audience Q&A at the end of the presentation. 0:00 Start 2:01 Introduction to Speaker 4:34 Start of session 59:06 Q & A
God & science (Episode 30 - Winsome Wednesdays)
Zorastrianism is a religion that the Persians practiced. Zarathustra (circa 1500 BC) is their founder. Agur Mazda their god and Zend Avesta their religious texts. The Persians that migrated to India are called the Parsis. They are a well-knit and industrious and illustrious community, with interesting practices. In this episode we have Bro.Urvaksh Hoyvoy, who was a Parsi and was a practicing Zorastrian, that has come to faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, the Messiah promised in Zorastrianism - sharing his learnings, reflection, transformation in this nearly hour long presentation. This is followed by an interesting Q&A that runs over an hour, where Bro.Urvaksh shares from his readings and knowledge of the Zorastrian faith vis-a-vis Christian faith. Give this a good listen and share with those that are looking for touch points for winsome evangelism with friends from this unique faith! God bless 🙌 0:00 Start 0:47 Introduction of Speaker 6:12 Start of Session 35:40 Q & A
Zorastrianism 101 (ft. Bro.Urvaksh Hoyvoy - Episode 29, Winsome Wednesdays)
Buddhism 101 is a level 1 overview of the History, Texts, Tenets and Divisions of Buddhism. The points of contrast, the points of connect are explored. Key approaches to sharing the gospel are analyzed. This is a great introductory session for those seeking to understand Buddhism to present Christ Jesus.
Buddhism 101 (ft.Bro.Tejdor Tiewsoh - Winsome Wednesdays, Episode28)
In this "Shades of Hinduism" episode Mr.L.T.Jeyachandran, a seasoned Thinker, Author, Apologist and Bible Exegete and Student of Comparative religion introduces us to the etymology of the term 'Hindu' and its historicity. He walks us through the sacred texts of the Hindu faith. He takes us through the 4 mahavakyas. The 3 thinkers that shaped and gave structure to the broad schools of Hindu thought - advaita, vishisht advaita and dvaita. The 2 predominant traditions - Shivites and Vaishnovites are also introduced. An elaborate 40 minute Q&A then ensues 🔥 Give it a listen and share with friends or family that may find this helpful. 00:00 Introduction of the Speaker 2:16 Start of session 46:27 Q&A
Shades of Hinduism - Mr.L.T.Jeyachandran (Episode 27 - Winsome Wednesdays)
An evangelistic preach at my home Church Peniel Tabernacle Fellowship, Vellore. Most of our friends from other faiths have a high view of Jesus. They are happy to grant him the honour of a teacher, guru, miracle-worker, guide, model, etc., including divine status and consider him an avatar. However, when it comes to the exclusivity of Jesus (as the ONLY Saviour), that's when they part ways! Charles gives us among many, 4 reasons why Jesus is the exclusive Saviour ~ 1. The Only Empathetic Saviour 2. The Only Sinless Saviour 3. The Only Scarred Saviour All unique Only to Jesus and no other saviour-types! 4. Finally, he draws from Isaiah 9 and points to this Saviour as the Sovereign King - equal with the Father and the Holy Spirit. Whether you're a follower of Jesus or not, this is a must hear for you. Let us know your comments and share this with someone that may benefit from hearing this.
Why ONLY Jesus? (Saviour: Most Unusual)
Hinduism 101 is an introductory session by Daniel Thejus on the basics of Hinduism - Strands, Concepts, Variations, Themes, Types, etc. This is a very insightful and analysis of the Eastern tradition and the Eastern mind and how an import of historic/philosophic Christianity would not readily translate as helpful points of engagement. This session emphasizes the need to understand each person from the Hindu faith that we are engaging with genuinely and how a relational-charitable framework is one that would go a long way! The hour long session is followed by an elaborate Q&A, where most of the participant questions were addressed thoughtfully by Daniel Thejus. 00:00 Start 0:08 Introduction of Speaker 2:41 Start of Session 4:27 What is your view of Hinduism? 5:52 Who is a Hindu? 15:14 The Four Prominent Schools of Thought 24:00 Two Prominent Religious Strands 33:00 Hinduism that Adopts 34:41 Every Hindu you meet is different 38:44 Popular Hinduism 39:10 The 4 Paths to Knowledge 40:32 Karma 41:29 Reincarnation 43:15 Moksha 44:02 Skepticism 45:29 Dharma 47:00 What is the Concept of Sin? 51:39 Recap 54:20 Q&A
Hinduism 101 - (Episode 26 : Winsome Wednesdays - Dr. Daniel Thejus)
Dr.Jay Smith, Christian Apologist and Polemicist, who's spent over 3 decades in Engaging with Islam is our Guest in this 25th Episode. He shares his early days in India and speaks of his call to serve among the Muslims. He shares about his desire towards Apologetics and Polemics and subsequent training and doctoral work and 'lab work' at the Speaker's corner, Hyde Park, London, which is inspiring in the most authentic sense. He then moves on to a rational look at the origins of the Quran - an emphasis on source criticism. He takes us through the timelines and geography of the several authors and variants of the Quran and revels some lesser known facts about the historicity of the sources, which even a lay Muslim wouldn't know. This is a very rational and respectful polemic and can't be brushed aside by any genuine truth-seeker. The talk is followed by an hour long insightful Q&A 🔥 A must listen for a Christian that desire to share the truth with our Islamic brethren and a must think for ever truth seeking devout Muslim. Give it a listen, some good thinking and share with those that might find this interesting or enlightening. Dr. Jay Smith's 800+ resources may be accessed here @ https://youtube.com/@pfanderfilms?si=ngxoFy4RXgzlje39 00:00 Start 0:29 Welcome 3:52 Introduction of Speaker 5:38 Start of Session 1:05:57 Q&A
Engaging Islam - Source Criticism with Dr. Jay Smith (Episode 25 - Winsome Wednesdays)
Are you timid and anxious? Tongue-tied and quesy in the stomach when it comes to sharing your faith? That was me too! Not anymore!!! Here is a helpful conversation template for non-conversationalists. The 3-4-5 template gives you an intelligent framework for starting, steering and sustaining a faith conversation rationally with any seeker or skeptic. 3 Questions 4 Answers 5 Reasons For why the Christian Faith and the Person of Jesus shouldn't be left unexamined 🔥 Check out and share 😎 00:00 Welcome 4:16 Start of Session 14:32 3 Questions 30:05 4 Answers 50:00 5 Reasons 1:06:19 Q&A
A (3-4-5) Conversation Template for the tongue-tied (Episode 24 - Winsome Wednesdays)
In this session on "religious pluralism" Charles walks us through the idea of Truth. Overview ~ 1. What is it? 2. Elephant & the Blind men parable 3. Objectivity Vs Subjectivity of Facts/Truth 4. Seven Truths about Truth! 5. Objections to Objective Truth 6. World Religions comparison chart 7. Can all Religions be true? 8. A case for exclusivity - Examples 9. Could there be another way? 10. Do all roads lead to God? Check it out, comment and share! 00:00 Welcome 0:25 Introduction 26:31 Nature of Truth 30:35 7 Truths about Truth 1:06:31 Q&A
Do all paths lead to the same God? (Episode 23 Winsome Wednesdays)
This series on World Religions, opening with Islam 101, is an overview of Islam. Helpful in educating the viewer about the following - 1. What does Islam mean? 2. What are the 6 essential articles of faith? 3. What are the 5 pillars of Islam? 4. What are the branches and sects of Islam? 5. Points of Contrast 6. Points of Contact 7. Suggestions for evangelism 8. Points to learn from Islam Hope this 101 session gives you an overview to understand the basics of the Islamic religion and charitably have a faith conversation.
Islam 101 : Episode 22 (Windome Wednesdays)
In this session we look at the Biblical worldview and its stance on 6 categories; 1. God 2. universe 3. human beings 4. meaning 5. morality 6. destiny. We look at different worldview statistics and several applicatory questions for the learner to think through.
Biblical Worldview (Episode 21 Winsome Wednesdays)
In this session we look at ~ 1. The 7 basic questions a world view needs to answer. 2. Difference b/w religion & worldview 3. How worldviews are evaluated 3a. Test of Reason 3b. Test of Experience 3c. Test of Practice 4. Challenges to cross-worldview conversations 5. Q&A
Worldviews : 2.0 (Winsome Wednesdays ~ Episode 20)
What is a worldview? Do we all have one? How are worldviews formed? How do we come to believe what we believe? What are the key components of a worldview? The 8 views of God, all this and much more, including a Q&A! Give it a listen and share! 10:43 What is a Worldview? 15:46 Importance of a Worldview 16:48 Why Worldviews? 20:10 How do we come to believe what we believe? 26:10 How are Worldviews Formed? 28:36 The Christian & Philosophy 32:45 7 Elements of a Worldview 37:42 Views of God 50:08 God questions! 54:59 Recap 1:00:42 Q&A
Worldviews - Part 1 (Episode 19 Winsome Wednesdays)
The Person and work of the HOLY SPIRIT is a subject that we sometimes are ambiguous about and avoid. Bro.Tejdor Tiewsoh helps us think deeper about these fundamentals of our Christian Faith and belief in a systematic, scriptural and charitable way. The hour long presentation is followed by a 30 minute audience Q&A. Kindly give this a listen and share as appropriate. 0:12 Opening Prayer 1:27 Welcome and Introduction 3:16 The Holy Spirit 8:16 Holy Spirit - Words and Meaning 11:00 Who is the Holy Spirit? 19:52 The Ministry of the Holy Spirit 51:53 Our Response 56:47 Conclusion 58:37 Q&A
The HOLY SPIRIT : Person & Work
What is the Atonement? What is it's scope? What are some Biblical motifs of the atonement? What are the theories of atonement? How can we meaningfully live out the atonement of Jesus Christ, today as the church? Our guest speaker helps us think through all of this in this presentation and the Q&A that ensues. A must watch and share! 3:28 Introduction 5:16 Importance of the Atonement 6:51 Meaning of the Atonement 14:00 Biblical Motifs 16:26 Extent of the Atonement 22:05: Theories of the Atonement 1:03:24 Q&A 1:21:57 Conclusion: Implications and Applications
The Atonement (Episode 17 - Winsome Wednesdays)
How do Christians. main that Jesus indeed resurrected from the dead? Isn't it a myth/legend? In this session we are looking at the FACT of the Resurrection of JESUS, not through theological/biblical lenses but Historical lenses. We looks at the tests for historicity. From secular scholars who had no sympathies for the Christian faith or narrative. Using Gray Habermas' minimal facts approach we use reason and secular historical resources to conclude that the resurrection is unfalsifiable and indeed true!
Resurrection or Resurr-fiction'?! (Episode 16 - Winsome Wednesdays)
The Incarnation of Jesus Christ is central and crucial to the Christian faith. How is it possible for God to become human and continue to be 100% divine and 100% human at the same time? Dr.Kethoser (Aniu) Kevichusa addresses this Christian mystery in a very cogent and congenial way, with several illustrations and speaks to the audience questions effectively and helpfully. Please do give this a listen and share as appropriate with those that may benefit from it.
The Incarnation of Christ : Fully God, Fully human (Episode 15 Winsome Wednesdays)
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