PART 1 of What’s the Point of Existence? God, Atheism, and the Meaning of Life 🌍

Unbelievable?

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Christianity, Religion & Spirituality

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🗓️ 13 December 2024

⏱️ 51 minutes

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Join an electrifying debate exploring life's ultimate questions: What’s the purpose of existence? How do God and atheism shape our understanding of the cosmos, consciousness, and meaning? Recorded at the prestigious Royal Institution in London, this thought-provoking discussion features: Alex O’Connor @Cosmic Skeptic – Atheist YouTuber, host of @withinreasonpod, philosopher.Elizabeth Oldfield – Host of @sacred_podcast, author of Fully Alive Prof. Philip Goff – @Philip_Goff on X, philosopher and leading voice on panpsychism.Rowan Williams – Former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, poet and writer.Dr. Jack Symes – Public philosopher, BBC New Generation Thinker, and host of The Panpsycast Podcast, jacksymes.co.ukIntroduced by Ruth Jackson of Premier Unbelievable, this debate dives deep into: 🌍 The origins and purpose of the cosmos. 🧠 The nature of consciousness and its mysteries. 💡 The role of God, faith, and atheism in ethics and meaning. With lively discussion, challenging ideas, and a live audience—including students from local schools—this event is a must-watch for anyone grappling with the biggest questions of existence. 👉 Join the conversation, like, share, and comment with your thoughts! 🔔 Subscribe to Premier Unbelievable for more engaging debates and inspiring discussions. #Debate #GodVsAtheism #Philosophy #Cosmos #Consciousness #RowanWilliams #CosmicSkeptic #Panpsychism #PremierUnbelievable SOCIAL LINKS Twitter: https://twitter.com/unbelievablefe Facebook: / https://facebook.com/premierunbelievable Instagram: / https://instagram.com/premierunbelievable TikTok: / https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievable • Subscribe to the Unbelievable? podcast: https://pod.link/267142101 • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For online learning: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training • Support us in the USA: http://www.premierinsight.org/unbelievableshow • Support us in the rest of the world: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/donate

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0:00.0	How do you describe an indescribable God?
0:04.0	Let's try. His name shall be called Emmanuel, God with us.
0:09.0	We can't wait for you to join us at this year's Christmas service at KICC,
0:15.0	as we celebrate the birth of the one who is called Wonderful,
0:19.0	Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace, Jesus.
0:25.6	Where else would you rather be at 10 a.m. on Christmas morning than at the glittery grounds
0:30.6	of KICC Prayer City, Chatham, M.E.5, as we rejoice before the God who has kept us thus far.
0:38.3	We will also be treated to heartwarming renditions from the London Soloist Orchestra.
0:43.3	Start preparing to join thousands in exulting his name.
0:47.3	On Wednesday 25th of December, invite everyone you know to KICC Prayer City, Chatham, M.E.5.
0:56.0	It will be a Christmas celebration to remember.
1:00.0	Sponsor a child with compassion and provide them with life-changing support,
1:05.0	including nutritious food, access to education, health checks and the care of the local church.
1:12.5	Your prayers and messages of encouragement will help build their confidence and affirm their
1:17.6	worth in Christ. Compassion Ambassador Philippa Hannah told us,
1:22.5	I was just really keen to do something with my faith, so I decided to sponsor a child,
1:26.9	and I've been a sponsor now for over 15 years.
1:28.9	Lorraine Cato said, for me, compassion is,
1:31.9	they know exactly what they're doing.
1:34.1	And Noel Robinson told us.
1:36.2	The story of compassion is one that really amplifies
1:40.4	this message of hope for the world.
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