N.T. Wright on Resurrection and the Purpose of Christian Life
Tom (NT) Wright
5.48
12 February 2026
15 February 2026
In this conversation, N. T. Wright joins Matt Crouch and Laurie Crouch to discuss the meaning of Jesus’ resurrection and its implications for Christian life today.
Drawing on themes from his book Surprised by Hope, Wright explains that Christians are not merely waiting for heaven, but are called to live as a working model of God’s new creation in the present. According to Wright, salvation is not about escape from the world, but about God rescuing human beings so they can participate in His larger creational purpose.
This vision centers on bodily resurrection, genuine image-bearing humanity, and active participation in God’s renewing work. Christians, Wright argues, are meant to embody the life of the age to come here and now—anticipating the full renewal of creation through faithful living, justice, and hope
Full Video: The INCREDIBLE Explanation of Heaven You've NEVER HEARD BEFORE | N.T. Wright | Praise on TBN