Real Questions with Clare

Can survival-driven evolution truly lead us to understand objective moral truths, or do our deepest convictions about right and wrong point to something greater? This episode of Real Questions with Clare promises to stretch your thinking as we explore the profound implications of the moral argument for God's existence.If you'd like to support Clare's work, you're welcome to buy her a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Resources:Robust Ethics: The Metaphysics and Epistemology of Godless Normative Realism by Erik WielenbergIs God a Moral Monster? by Paul CopanMere Christianity by CS LewisSupport my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

This week Clare is joined by a special guest, Jeronne Rudder to discuss the question: 'How can we read the bible well?' This is for anyone who struggles to make sense of scripture or desires to have a fuller understanding of what they're reading.  The significance of cultural, historical and theological contexts are explored as well the importance of biblical literacy.  Jeronne is the founder of Uhambo, a subscription-based bible resource designed to make ancient truths applicable to modern believers seeking to bring the bible alive.  He is also a Pastor at Emmanuel Gateway Church in Lewisham. If you'd like to support Clare's work, she'd love for you to buy her a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

This week we return to exploring arguments for God’s existence, specifically the Moral Argument.  Do we need God for morality?  Clare talks through what the moral argument is and what it's not.  It’s designed to help us grapple with the foundations of objective moral values, and how perhaps this points us to God.  Resources:The Moral Argument by William Lane Craig at Reasonable Faith Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Harari Dominion: The Making of the Western Mind by Tom HollandThe Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener Seven Types of Atheism by John Gray Support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

On this episode Clare looks at stories of Ancient Egypt which describe Aset (Isis) and her alleged virgin birth/immaculate conception.  The idea that Christianity copied from story is closely examined, alongside the interpretation of Egyptian carvings which predate and tell a seemingly similar account to the resurrection of Jesus. Resources:Rahil Patel From Aset to Jesus: The History of the Goddess Aset in Ancient Kemet From Circa 3000 BCE Until the Removal of Feminine Salvation Circa 400 CE by Jennifer Williams Jesus in black theology: the ancient ancestor visits by Julian KunnieVince BantuSupport my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

The allegation that Christianity is copied is popular within the Black community.  It's the idea that Christianity's colonial power stole and reformulated ideas from Kemeticism, ancient Egyptian religion.  Clare explores this objection, looking at the Afrocentric and European scholarship which underpins its claims.Resources:Urban Apologetics ed. Eric MasonUnspoken documentary'Lay in Egypt’s lap each borrowed crown': Gerald Massey and Late-Victorian Afrocentrism by Brian H Murray The hamitic hyopthesis; its origin and functions in time perspective by Edith R. Sanders Christianity before Christ by John G JacksonMahabharata: The Greatest Spiritual Epic of All Time retold by Krishna Dharma  Support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

Can we "prove" that God exists? In this episode, we'll explore how everyone is making claims about how the world works and from this, their worldview, they answer the question of whether or not God exists.  The Universe Next Door by James Sire Jude 3 Project The Sanity of Belief by Simon Edwards Seven Types of Atheism by John Gray Support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

Sometimes we feel we have to choose between science and faith but this is a false dichotomy.  This view mischaracterises both God and science. Tune in as we consider the ideas lying behind a supposed conflict between science and faith in God.  Resources: Can Science Explain Everything? John Lennox  Science and Religion: An Introduction Alistair McGrath  John Lennox and Peter Atkins debateThe Limits of Science Peter Medawar Where is God in a coronavirus world? Andy BannisterSupport my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

In this episode, we think through the assumptions behind the idea that now is the time for Black people to distance ourselves from Christianity.  Grab your Buy 1 Get 1 for a Friend offer of Have you Ever Wondered? here:https://uk.10ofthose.com/series/have-you-ever-wonderedResources:Suprised by Joy, CS LewisMichael the DeaconUnspoken documentaryThe Whitewashing of Christianity, Jerome Gay JrReading While Black, Esau McCaulleySupport my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

Apologetics is a tool we can use to build a credible case for the Christian faith.  Clare talks us through the pros and pitfalls, and why she thinks Black Christians should explore it. For bespoke training in Christian apologetics, drop an email to [email protected] Resources:Thinking Faith Cruise ‘Traditionalists vs Christians’ discussion Why trust the bible? Amy Orr-Ewing Can we trust the gospels? Peter J Williams Testimonies to the Truth by Lydia McGrew Trusting the Bible (series 1)  Trusting the Bible (series 2) Jude 3 Project *Real Questions does not own the rights to this music*Music from CapCut: 60 seconds-Gospel that will make you happy (1501068) by Br'zGospel beat (956341) by Sadahiro Nakano Support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

If we’re honest, we all have doubts about our faith from time to time.  Clare shares some of these experiences in her own life, and encourages us to see doubts, not as the precursor to the demise of our faith, but as the path to deeper relationship with God. Grab your Buy 1 Get 1 for a Friend offer of Have you Ever Wondered? here:https://uk.10ofthose.com/series/have-you-ever-wondered Resources:Notes of a Native Daughter by Keri Day Tarry Awhile by Selina Stone Is God a Moral Monster? by Paul Copan  God of Violence Yesterday, God of Love Today by Helen Paynter  Alanzo Paul *Real Questions does not own the rights to this music*Music from CapCut: 60 seconds-Gospel that will make you happy (1501068) by Br'zGospel beat (956341) by Sadahiro Nakano Support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness  

The 2023 Black British Voices survey revealed that more Black people are identifying as ‘spiritual’ rather than ‘religious’. Listen in as Clare considers these perspectives, and offers encouragement for continuing to live out your faith in these changing times.Grab your 'Buy 1 Get 1 for a Friend' offer of Have you Ever Wondered? here:https://uk.10ofthose.com/series/have-you-ever-wondered Resources:Dr Eric Mason: https://www.pastoremase.com/ Dr Eleasah Phoenix-Louis: https://eplouis.wordpress.com/ Black British Voices Report - https://www.cam.ac.uk/sites/www.cam.ac.uk/files/bbvp_report_pdf_final.pdf Apology to the late Rev Carmel Jones - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aleJR7WWmIw Truth’s Table: Black Women's Musings of Life, Love and Liberation by Ekemini Uwan & Christina Edmonson - https://truthstable.com/book*Real Questions does not own the rights to this music*Music from CapCut: 60 seconds-Gospel that will make you happy (1501068) by Br'zGospel beat (956341) by Sadahiro Nakano Support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/realquestionsuk Follow for more Black faith-based content:Website: https://realquestions.co.uk/IG: https://www.instagram.com/realquestionsukMusic: https://linktr.ee/kronikfitness