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Join Paul Yeulett, Chair of Affinity's Theological Study Conference, in a captivating discussion with Bob Letham on theology, cultural contrasts, and the relevance of classical proofs of God's existence.

Dr Letham, an esteemed theologian and Senior Research Fellow at Union School of Theology, shares his insights on living between the UK and the USA, his journey into faith, and the role of theology in Christian life. This conversation delves into the importance of understanding God, the relevance of church history, and the impact of the Greek Fathers on our modern understanding of the Trinity.

Plus, hear more about Dr Letham’s upcoming paper for the Affinity Theological Study Conference.

Join us and Bob Letham at our Theological Study Conference on 5-7 March 2025. Find out more at www.affinity.org.uk/tsc25

Robert Letham is a professor of systematic and historical theology at Union School of Theology. A Presbyterian minister with over twenty-five years of pastoral experience, he is the author of books such as The Work of Christ; The Holy Trinity; and Union with Christ, and a range of articles published in encyclopedias and journals.

Chapters:
0:00:00 - Introduction and invitation to the conference
0:00:32 - Who is Bob Letham?
0:02:29 - Cultural contrasts between the UK and the US
0:04:55 - Bob Letham's journey to knowing Christ and becoming a theologian
0:08:34 - Wisdom of reading wisely and widely theologically
0:10:06 - About the Cappadocian Fathers
0:12:09 - Trinitarian blind spots in contemporary evangelicalism
0:17:26 - Realising the importance of trinitarian theology
0:20:16 - Conference paper: 'Faith and Reason – Reflections on belief in God'
0:29:12 - Anselm and Aquinas on an unbelieving society
0:31:04 - Is atheism turning back?
0:32:57 - Key lessons for this generation on the doctrine of God
0:36:05 - Outro and reminder about the conference