Episode 289

Is Richard Dawkins a "Christian"?

In an interview on April 1, Richard Dawkins gave an "Easter message" in an interview.

Expressing his concern about the spread of Islam in the UK, Dawkins called himself a "cultural Christian." He likes to live in a "Christian culture" but he is "not a believer" and doesn't "believe a word of the Christian faith."

While some claim this is a "change" from Dawkins' past, I remain skeptical.

Let's look at some verses in the Bible to see if claiming to be a "cultural Christian" makes one a "Christian" in any meaningful way.

Sources Referenced:

Rachel Johnson, "Richard Dawkins: I'm a Cultural Christian," LBC, April 1, 2024, educational video, 0:00 to 2:51, https://youtu.be/2UElC_YZ0Eo.

Scriptures Referenced:

Acts 10:34-35

James 2:9

Hebrews 11:1-3,6

Acts 4:18-20

Luke 6:46

Matthew 15:8-9

Romans 8:9

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