Dr. John Patrick explores the depth behind Blaise Pascal’s famous wager and why it remains deeply relevant in today’s skeptical world. He reflects on the nature of belief—not merely as a rational conclusion, but as a matter of the heart. He also shares moving stories of hospitality, the strength of early Christians in suffering, and how Christian joy can still transform lives.

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Biblical Literate Quiz: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/meaning-metaphor-and-allusion/

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What can I know? What should I believe? What should I do?

Dr. Patrick critiques the rise of reductive science and its inadequacy in addressing suffering, justice, and the human condition—issues laid bare during the COVID-19 pandemic. He highlights the dangers of scientism, institutional overreach, and the neglect of narrative, moral tradition, and historical wisdom.

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Podcast: https://doctorjohnpatrick.podbean.com/

Biblical Literate Quiz: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/meaning-metaphor-and-allusion/

Recommended Reading list: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/book-list/

Ask Doctor John: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/ask/

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If you're concerned about the future of the church, the state of education, and the moral decline in Western society, this episode offers urgent insights and hopeful direction.

Dr. John Patrick reflects on a cultural crisis within the modern church: the decline of serious reading and critical thinking. With urgency and wisdom, he explores how the loss of deep intellectual engagement is leading to spiritual and societal erosion. Drawing from history, literature, and science, he challenges listeners to reclaim the Christian mind through disciplined reading, moral formation, and intellectual curiosity.

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Website: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/

Podcast: https://doctorjohnpatrick.podbean.com/

Biblical Literate Quiz: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/meaning-metaphor-and-allusion/

Recommended Reading list: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/book-list/

Ask Doctor John: https://www.johnpatrick.ca/ask/

LINKS: https://beacons.ai/doctorjohnpatrick