Episodes

  • 036 - The Inheritance

    036 - The Inheritance
    Feb 17 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    24 mins
  • 035 - The Final Unmasking

    035 - The Final Unmasking
    Feb 16 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    25 mins
  • 034 - Righteousness

    034 - Righteousness
    Feb 15 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    28 mins
  • 033 - The Displeasure of Jesus

    033 - The Displeasure of Jesus
    Feb 14 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    35 mins
  • 032 - Light

    032 - Light
    Feb 13 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    27 mins
  • 031 - Justice

    031 - Justice
    Feb 13 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • 030 - Kingship

    030 - Kingship
    Feb 13 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    15 mins
  • 029 - Freedom

    029 - Freedom
    Feb 13 2026
    George MacDonald, a renowned Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, held a significant place among the great Victorian writers, alongside literary giants like Dickens and Thackeray. Yet, despite his initial acclaim, his reputation has waned over time, largely due to the deep religious themes that permeate his works. Among his many writings, Unspoken Sermons stands out as a profound exploration of theology, capturing MacDonald’s unique perspective on faith and spirituality. Though not his most famous work, these sermons have left a lasting theological impact, most notably influencing C.S. Lewis, who regarded MacDonald as my master and acknowledged his immense debt to Unspoken Sermons. More recently, Michael Phillips’ 2005 edited edition emphasizes MacDonalds unconventional approach to doctrine, inviting readers to uncover the spiritual treasures nestled within the text. Each passage offers a fresh perspective on God and His work, revealing new worlds of wonder to those willing to delve deeper. (Summary by David Baldwin)
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    23 mins