Hosts: Caleb Lycett and Gracie Roberts
Summary:
In this engaging episode of Café Theology, Caleb and Gracie tackle the question: Did Jesus actually exist? They explore historical evidence beyond the Bible, including accounts from non-Christian sources like the Jewish historian Flavius Josephus and the Roman senator Tacitus, who documented Jesus’ existence and crucifixion under Pontius Pilate. The hosts discuss the reliability of the Gospels, the criteria used to judge their authenticity, and why certain texts were included (or excluded) from the biblical canon. Caleb shares his personal journey from a logical, evidence-based exploration of faith to belief, while Gracie reflects on how doubts can strengthen faith. The episode also touches on Gnostic gospels, the Apocrypha, and book recommendations like The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel for deeper study.
Key Themes:
- Historical evidence for Jesus from secular sources.
- The trustworthiness of the Gospels and their consistency.
- Differences between canonical and Gnostic texts.
- How doubts and questions can deepen faith.
19/01/2025
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