Word First Radio

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In this episode of Word First Radio, hosts Jacob O'Neill and Cameron reflect on their recent conversation with Karl Johan about the future of the church and the importance of community. They delve into the skepticism younger generations have towards organized religion and the cultural differences in religious practices between the United States and Norway. The discussion also touches on the challenges of viewing the gospel as good news and the conflict between Norwegian social values and Christian duties.
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Church Community, Organized Religion, Religious Skepticism, Christian Duties, Norwegian Church, Cultural Differences, Future Of The Church, Gospel As Good News, Religious Practices, Christian Students, Secularization, Disciples Of Jesus, Evangelism, Faith And Society, Religious Traditions, Christian Ethics, Youth And Religion, State Church, Authentic Community, Christian Values

In this episode of Word First Radio, Jacob and Cameron are joined by their friend Karl Johan Kjøde. Together, they dive into a rich conversation about faith, community, and the evolving landscape of Christianity in Norway. Karl Johan shares his personal experiences and insights, reflecting on his journey and the importance of living out one's faith authentically. The discussion touches on the challenges faced by Christians in a secular society, the role of church communities, and the significance of student ministry. Karl Johan also offers a perspective on the "typical" Norwegian student's worldview and the need for Christians to be bold and open about their faith. 
 
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In this episode of Word First Radio, Jacob, Cam, and John Ingve are joined once again by Vishesh for an engaging and thought-provoking "reverse interview." Vishesh takes the lead, asking the hosts challenging questions about their Christian worldview, the fundamental axioms of Christianity, and the nature of belief. Topics include the essential features of Christianity, the existence of God, and the difference between Christianity and other worldviews. The conversation delves into personal experiences, philosophical arguments, and the unique claims of the Christian faith. This episode dives into the heart of Christian belief and provides listeners with a rich, multifaceted discussion on faith, reason, and personal journey.
 
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Join us on this episode of Word First Radio as we welcome two special guests -- John Ingve and Vishesh -- for an engaging conversation about worldviews, religion, and the search for meaning. Vishesh, a regular attendee of our Tuesday night skeptics evenings, shares his unique perspectives on life, philosophy, and his journey from India to Norway. We delve into deep philosophical questions and explore the nature of belief, the scientific method, and the essence of religion. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion!
 
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Podcast Episode, Word First Radio, Vishesh, John Ingve, Worldviews, Religion, Philosophy, Christianity, Skepticism, Scientific Method, Personal Experience, Myths, Emerson, Thoreau, Transcendentalism, Moral Grounding, First Cause, Human Experience, Deep Questions, Philosophical Discussion

In the latest installment of Word First Radio, Jacob and Cameron explore one of the most talked about topics in their discussions with others about God: The Moral Argument. Join them as they clarify misconceptions, answer objections, and briefly defend why God might be the best explanation for moral facts. 
 
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Moral Argument, Objective Morality, Subjective Morality, Christian Apologetics, Skeptics Evenings, Evolutionary Ethics, Moral Intuition, Social Justice, Moral Reform, Philosophy, Ethics, God And Morality, Moral Accountability, Justice, Moral Experience, Universal Human Rights, Civil Rights Movement, Moral Truths, Moral Disagreement, Foundational Ethics
 
 

Jacob and Cam are joined once again by Dr. Julian Lysvik, this time to discuss the 2024 revision of the Norwegian Bible translation. They delve into some of the controversial changes and the public's reaction, from altering references to "the Jews" in the Gospel of John to the translation of "virgin" in Isaiah. They also tackle theological nuances in translating terms like "perish" in John 3:16 and "flesh" in John 1:14. This episode provides an in-depth look at the challenges and considerations involved in Bible translation, aiming to clarify misconceptions and explain the rationale behind various translation choices.
 
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In this episode of Word First Radio, host Jacob O'Neill sits down with his good friend Bendik to discuss his journey from a non-religious upbringing in Norway to finding faith and community in San Antonio, Texas. Bendik shares his experiences of moving to the U.S., the cultural differences he encountered, and how he was introduced to Christianity through a local church group. Tune in to hear Bendik's inspiring story of transformation, the importance of community, and how he found his way back to Norway to help plant a new church.
 
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