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GET UP & GO BREAKFAST - PROF DION FORSTER

Prof Dion Forster is a leading theologian, educator, and director of the Beyers Naudé Center for Public Theology. As an expert in Systematic Theology and Ecclesiology, he is passionate about making deep theological concepts accessible and relevant to everyday life. Prof Forster’s work explores how faith can engage with social, political, and ethical issues, guiding individuals and communities to live with integrity, compassion, and purpose. His insights bridge the gap between academic theology and practical application, making him a trusted voice in both the church and society.
Weekly English South Africa Religion & Spirituality · Christianity
100 Episodes
20 – 40

PROF DION FORSTER - God's Detailed Planning for Christmas and Our Lives

Prof. Dion Forster reflects on the meticulous planning behind the birth of Jesus as depicted in Luke’s Gospel. He highlights how God, while orchestrating the grandest of events in human history, also attends to the smallest details in our lives, guiding us through moments both big and small. Dion emphasizes…
19 Dec 2024 9 min

PROF DION FORSTER - The Gift of Attention This Christmas

In this heartfelt episode, Prof. Dion Forster reflects on the true gift of attention, inspired by a visit to his Turkish barber. He highlights the importance of being fully present with loved ones during the holiday season, setting aside distractions like phones to connect meaningfully with those around us. Prof…
12 Dec 2024 9 min

PROF DION FORSTER - Rediscovering the Christmas Story with New Eyes

Prof. Dion Forster reflects on the profound significance of the Christmas story, encouraging us to see the familiar with fresh eyes. He discusses how the birth of Jesus changed the course of history, emphasizing the humble circumstances of His arrival and the often-overlooked role of Joseph. This episode invites a…
5 Dec 2024 10 min

PROF DION FORSTER - Calm in the Chaos: A Conversation

Brad is joined by Professor Dion Forster from Frey University in Amsterdam, who is currently in South Africa. They delve into the story of Jesus calming the storm from Mark 4:35-38, exploring the deeper meanings behind the passage and the image of Jesus sleeping calmly in the midst of chaos…
28 Nov 2024 10 min

PROF DION FORSTER - Overcoming Loneliness: Building Genuine Connections in a Digital Age

Prof. Dion Foster discussing the rise of loneliness in modern society, particularly in the digital age where online connections often replace face-to-face interactions. He highlights the growing issue of loneliness among young people, marginalized groups, and those isolated despite being surrounded by others. Drawing from Christian teachings, particularly the example…
21 Nov 2024 12 min

PROF DION FORSTER - Seeing Every Person Through God's Eyes

Join Prof Deon Foster as he explores the powerful message of Psalm 139, which reminds us that every person is “fearfully and wonderfully made.” In this insightful discussion, Prof Foster highlights how each individual is created with purpose and beauty by God, emphasizing that all people—regardless of race, class, or…
14 Nov 2024 11 min

PROF DION FORSTER - Be Faithful and do Wonderful Things

Prof Dion shares on what it means to be faithful Watchmen and Watch-women. Faithful with the little things, the ordinary things, the most powerful things of all - loving Christ in our immediate sphere of influence. Then, like Watchman Nee, we can trust God by His Spirit, to do wonderful…
7 Nov 2024 11 min

Prof Dion Forster - Grace A Thon - Being Generous

PRof Dion shares his testimony over the past 365 days he's been in the Netherlands and God's provision and direction in this new and challenging time. It shines a spotlight on his journey and God's faithfulness.
31 Oct 2024 8 min

Prof Dion Forster - Overcome Evil with Good.

Prof Dion shares from Romans 12:21 where Paul touches on all sorts of personal interactions, but also broader political, even geo-political evils. Some argue that it is too ‘weak’ or ‘naive' but it is simply the Kingdom way!
24 Oct 2024 10 min

Prof Dion Forster - Unity in the Body of Christ

The Prof joins us out of the Netherlands and this week he focusses on the blessing that comes from unity in the Body of Christ,. What does it mean, why does it matter and how do we do it?
3 Oct 2024 10 min

Prof Dion Forster - Hosting Angels

Prof Dion walks us through Hebrews 13 verses 1 to 3 and unpacks what the writer is trying to teach us about being kind, considerate and stepping outside ourselves to be more and mean more to others.
26 Sep 2024 11 min

Prof Dion Forster - Matters of Faith and Faith that Matters

Prof Dion reminds us that the language and structure of our faith offers hope, an imagination of what God makes possible, and a community of ‘seekers’ alongside whom we try to discern God’s will and ways, and live out God’s will with love, courage, and faithfulness.
5 Sep 2024 9 min

Prof Dion Forster - Hospitality

Prof Dion walks us throught what it truly means to be hospitable. How does that differ to having the Spiritual gift of hospitality, and how can you practise this, today.
22 Aug 2024 9 min

Prof Dion Forster - The God Who Trusts

Prof Dion shares this profound idea with us, that God trusts us more than we trust Him. God trusts us, and gives us both responsibility, and care and protection. It reminds us that we have a relational God who wants our best, but also wants us to 'grow' and 'grow…
1 Aug 2024 10 min

Prof Dion Forster - The importance of ‘being seen’

Recognition is a core human need - we long to be seen, truly seen. But, of course, that also requires some risk and honesty. Risk is common in the multimedia space, but not honesty. We try to ‘show’ people who we want them to think we are. God sees us…
18 Jul 2024 9 min

Prof Dion Forster - God’s Plan for People and History

Dion shared powerfully how we all form part of a great story. and he shares how he found God’s comfort and provision in this quote from Stanley Hauerwas: “The story that makes the Jesus people a storied people is the story of God and God’s unfailing love for us. How…
11 Jul 2024 9 min
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