
Gospel Conversations takes a creative approach to attaining a deeper understanding of the gospel and what it means to us today. Our speakers are not ministers, but range from a diverse community of Christian thinkers who lead their various fields of knowledge in history, design thinking, theology, philosophy, and organisational leadership—among others. Each month we host a live event in Sydney, th... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 214 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||

Welcome to our final conversation with John Behr on Maximus. Alongside this episode you’ll find the handouts John distributed — well worth having open as you listen, as he works through them closely and the text repays careful attention.
If you have... more
If you are about to embark on an important meal, it is nice to begin with some antipasto. Well this talk is my ‘antipasto’ for John Behr’s final talk on Maximus, the third of the great Church Fathers whose theology he has summarised for us. This talk... more
In this talk I give an overview of our upcoming topics for the year.
The ‘creation gospel’ is exciting - but what are the ‘so what's’? This is the theme we want to explore together in 2026, and in this short talk I give a snapshot of our agenda and... more
Welcome to 2026 and as promised here is John Behr’s talk on Gregory of Nyssa and his view of what it means to be a human being. I gave an extended introduction to this talk at the end of year, and sorry there has been a lapse of time between that and... more
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What a joy this podcast has brought to me - I only discovered this in the last few months but the catalogue of past episodes is a delight. Clear and compelling explanations of scripture and the writings of the patristics. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and insight.
I’ve only recently started listening to this podcast after a ministry colleague suggested it. I’m absorbed in listening to this podcast’s current and back episodes, and find it excellent for expanding my understanding alongside revising what I’ve learned in my Christology unit of study. Ready to dive back into my early church writings with fresh enthusiasm and appreciation!
Very good podcast. Conversations are rigorous, challenging and thought-provoking.
This stuff is great. It’s all about getting theology out of its sometimes stuffy quarters into the exciting world of work and creativity, where real life happens. Love your work Tony and co.; it’s inspiring, down to earth, real, intellectually engaging, and is helping re-vision Jesus not as a religious figure, but as a brilliant Someone you’d love to introduce to your mates.
Probably not for those highly committed to any certain theological position at all costs. Then again...maybe it is.
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The discussions span a wide range of theology-forward topics, from foundational church history and the thought of the Church Fathers to contemporary debates about universal salvation, the nature of sin, and the meaning of growth in the Christian life. Episodes frequently connect ancient ideas with modern life, exploring how concepts like imperfection, mortality, and virtue play out in areas such as politics, culture, and social critique, while maintaining a focus on dialogue, growth, and practical application. A standout characteristic is the blend of rigorous theological analysis with accessible storytelling and a willingness to reframe traditional doctrines in light of broader philosophical and societal perspectives.
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