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What Makes Augustine's Confessions So Special | Dr. Shane Owens

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In this conversation, Dr. Shane Owens discusses the enduring appeal of Augustine's 'Confessions,' exploring its literary, philosophical, and theological significance. He emphasizes the role of scripture, the nature of sin, and the importance of community and friendship in Augustine's journey. The dialogue also highlights the influence of Monica, Augustine's mother, and the church in his conversion, illustrating how these elements intertwine to create a profound narrative of faith and introspection.
Check out his book, Return to the Heart: https://stpaulcenter.co/returnto-theheart
Find the Shane and the St. Paul Center on Instagram: @stpaulcenter @emmausroadpublishing and @drowenstheology
My article mentioned in the video: https://open.substack.com/pub/austinsuggs/p/communion-and-contemplation?r=2hkvet&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
Support the channel:
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PayPal: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicity
00:00 - The Enduring Appeal of Augustine's Confessions
03:0 - Understanding the Nature of Confessions
06:0 - The Role of Scripture in Augustine's Life
08:4 - The Climactic Moment of Conversion
12:0 - Certainty of the Heart vs. Certainty of the Mind
30:3 - The Certainty of the Heart
32:3 - The Role of Friendship in Transformation
39:2 - Understanding Sin Through the Pear Tree
47:5 - The Influence of Monica
55:5 - The Church's Role in Augustine's Journey

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In this conversation, Dr. Shane Owens discusses the enduring appeal of Augustine's 'Confessions,' exploring its literary, philosophical, and theological significance. He emphasizes the role of scripture, the nature of sin, and the importance of community and friendship in Augustine's journey. The dialogue also highlights the influence of Monica, Augustine's mother, and the church in his conversion, illustrating how these elements intertwine to create a profound narrative of faith and introspection.
Check out his book, Return to the Heart: https://stpaulcenter.co/returnto-theheart
Find the Shane and the St. Paul Center on Instagram: @stpaulcenter @emmausroadpublishing and @drowenstheology
My article mentioned in the video: https://open.substack.com/pub/austinsuggs/p/communion-and-contemplation?r=2hkvet&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
Support the channel:
Patreon: https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity
PayPal: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicity
00:00 - The Enduring Appeal of Augustine's Confessions
03:0 - Understanding the Nature of Confessions
06:0 - The Role of Scripture in Augustine's Life
08:4 - The Climactic Moment of Conversion
12:0 - Certainty of the Heart vs. Certainty of the Mind
30:3 - The Certainty of the Heart
32:3 - The Role of Friendship in Transformation
39:2 - Understanding Sin Through the Pear Tree
47:5 - The Influence of Monica
55:5 - The Church's Role in Augustine's Journey

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