Does Tom Wright consider belief in the bodily resurrection of Jesus essential to Christian faith?

What is church membership really for? Why does the bodily resurrection matter so much to Christian faith? And how should Christians respond to the suffering in Gaza? In this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright and Mike Bird explore the theological roots of church membership, unpack the meaning of worship as a response to grace, and reflect on the hope of resurrection. They also discuss how lament is not just permitted but essential in a world full of pain, and why the church cannot remain silent in the face of injustice. 🎧 Whether you're wrestling with the meaning of belonging, curious about resurrection, or grieving the suffering in the world, this conversation offers wisdom, comfort, and a challenge to live out the gospel in community and hope. 00:48:16 Where is 'church membership' in the Bible? 07:15:16 Is belief in the bodily resurrection crucial to salvation? 18:22:16 Why does God need our worship? Does He demand it of us? 25:23:18 Where is God in the Gaza conflict? How should we respond to the suffering of the war as Christians, and how is God sovereign in all the conflict? 👉 Stay Connected & Get More: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PremierUnbelievable/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/premierunbelievable - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@premierunbelievable - X (Twitter) https://x.com/unbelievablefe - Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/unbelievablefe.bsky.social • Subscribe to the Unbelievable? podcast: https://pod.link/267142101 • More shows, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • For live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For online learning: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training • Support us in the USA: http://www.premierinsight.org/unbelievableshow • Support us in the rest of the world: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/donate