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Adherent Apologetics

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300. Beau Branson: The Monarchical View of the Trinity

January 11, 2023 17:48 - 1 hour - 79.5 MB

In this interview, Dr. Beau Branson joins me to chat about the monarchical view of the Trinity. We chat about what this view is, heresy objections, and so much more. Check out Dr. Branson's Work: https://beaubranson.com/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

299. L. Daniel Hawk: Making Sense of God, Violence, and the Old Testament

January 05, 2023 17:20 - 1 hour - 81.5 MB

Dr. L. Daniel Hawk is a Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Ashland Theological Seminary. In this interview, I chat with Dr. Hawk about his views on divine violence and how to make sense of the Flood, the conquest of the Canaanites, and much more. Dr. Hawk's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/L.-Daniel-Hawk/author/B001KHXE7I?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please c...

298. Kyle Alander: Theism Makes Predictions

December 31, 2022 17:32 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

In this interview, Kyle Alander joins me to discuss how theism makes predictions. We look at the nature of theism, predictions, and more, and see how these tools help us to discover evidence for God's existence. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

297. Apologetics Squared: Atheists Cannot Beat this Argument for God (Psychophysical Harmony)

December 24, 2022 17:51 - 1 hour - 78.9 MB

YouTuber and friend of the channel  @ApologeticsSquared  joined me to discuss psychophysical harmony and why it's a super powerful argument for God in the latest edition of mediocre apologists. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

296. Ted Poston: Intrinsic Probability and Theism: Laying the Foundations for a Theistic Case

December 19, 2022 17:52 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

Ted Poston is Professor of Philosophy and Inaugural Director of the McCollough Institute for Pre-Medical Scholars at the University of Alabama. In this interview, we chat about his paper on the intrinsic probability of theism, atheism, and Axiarchism along with what that means for the God debate! The paper: https://place.asburyseminary.edu/faithandphilosophy/vol37/iss4/3/ Follow Ted ( @tedtalksphilosophy ) -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please c...

295. James Anderson: Logic Proves God? An Inquiry Into the Divine Mind

December 17, 2022 17:27 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Dr. James Anderson is Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Reformed Theological Seminary. In this interview, I chat with Dr. Anderson about how logic proves God exists. Check out the Lord of Non-Contradiction Here: https://www.proginosko.com/papers/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRR...

294. Holly Ordway: The Christian World of J.R.R. Tolkien and the Lord of the Rings

December 11, 2022 17:40 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Holly Ordway is the Cardinal Francis George Fellow of Faith and Culture for the Word on Fire Institute. In this interview, we chat about J.R.R. Tolkien, his Christian roots, and the Lord of the Rings. Holly's Website: https://hollyordway.com/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6n...

293. Ryan Mullins: One Hell of a Problem for Divine Love

December 07, 2022 17:47 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews). He has published over 50 essays on various topics in philosophical theology related to models of God, philosophy of time, personal identity, the problem of evil, disability theology, the Trinity, and the incarnation. In this interview, I chat with Ryan about his paper, One Hell of a Problem for Divine Love. The paper: https://philpapers.org/rec/MULOHO -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider bec...

292. Mike Behe: Evolutionary Theory is Devolving

November 19, 2022 17:45 - 52 minutes - 48 MB

Michael J. Behe is Professor of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University in Pennsylvania and a Senior Fellow at Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture. In this interview, we talk about his book Darwin Devolves and problems for modern evolutionary theory. Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Darwin-Devolves-Science-Challenges-Evolution/dp/0062842617 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!):...

291. Gray Sutanto: God’s Knowledge Controls Everything: The Epistemology of Herman Bavinck

November 17, 2022 17:12 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

Dr. Gray Sutanto is an assistant professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary. In this interview, we chat about Herman Bavinck's religious epistemology and it's practical implications. Follow Dr. Sutanto: https://twitter.com/GraySutanto -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_C...

290. There is a Foundation (Why Christianity is True Part 2/10)

November 05, 2022 16:53 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MB

This video brings forward part two of my cumulative case for Christianity. Here I argue for a foundation of the universe, through both a contingency and a kalam argument. Full Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj8S949x_pmSHTXJrb64X0F9TTSYR_1bp -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwr...

289. Reviewing My Debate with Matt Dillahunty (w/ Caleb Jackson and Tim Howard)

November 03, 2022 16:45 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Caleb Jackson and Tim Howard joined me to chat about my debate with Matt Dillahunty. We talked about God, standards of evidence, demonstrations, and more. The Debate: https://youtu.be/FUPOouj5jNg Caleb's Book on the Resurrection: https://www.amazon.com/Undead-Historical-Investigation-Miracle-History-ebook/dp/B07YX75FYL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3V1L9WEXVPW91&keywords=caleb+jackson+undead&qid=1666570109&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=caleb+jackson+undea%2Caps...

288. Nelvin Climenhaga: Why (Some) Forms of Skeptical Theism Make Theism Irrational to Believe

November 01, 2022 16:39 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Dr. Nevin Climenhaga is a Senior Research Fellow in the Dianoia Institute of Philosophy at Australian Catholic University. In this interview, we talk about challenges for some views of skeptical theism in response to the problem of evil that possibly make theism an irrational belief to hold. Nevin's Website: https://sites.google.com/site/nevinclimenhaga/ Nevin's Twitter: https://twitter.com/NevinClimenhaga The Paper: https://philpapers.org/rec/CLIIWC -------------------------------- GI...

287. Taylor Cyr: Why Compatibilism Makes the Most Sense in the Free Will Debate

October 29, 2022 16:36 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MB

Dr. Taylor Cyr is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Samford University. In this interview, we chat about the free will debate, and why he thinks compatibilism is a better view than free will or no-free-will positions. His Website: https://taylorwcyr.com/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8j...

286. Mike Heiser: Unlocking the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible

October 20, 2022 16:36 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Michael S. Heiser is an American biblical Old Testament scholar and Christian author. His area of expertise is the nature of the spiritual realm in the Bible, namely the Divine Council and hierarchy of the spiritual order. In this interview, we chat about the divine council, Mike's battle with cancer, and much more! Connect with Dr. Heiser: https://drmsh.com/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): ht...

285. Geraint Lewis: Atheist Explains Why Fine-Tuning is Real and Needs an Explanation

October 14, 2022 16:59 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

Dr. Geraint Lewis is a Professor of Astrophysics at the Sydney Institute for Astronomy. In this interview, we talk about why fine-tuning is real along with theistic and atheistic explanations. Follow Geraint: https://twitter.com/Cosmic_Horizons?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: h...

284. Sam Lebens: You Don’t Exist? Exploring Hasidic Idealism

October 11, 2022 16:35 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

Samuel Lebens is an associate Professor in the philosophy department at the University of Haifa, he is also an Orthodox Rabbi and Jewish educator. In this interview, I chat with Sam about his journey and views related to Hasidic Idealism! More info about Sam: https://www.samlebens.com/about-me -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: htt...

283. Stephen Meyer: Intelligent Design and It’s Toughest Questions

September 25, 2022 16:39 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MB

Stephen C. Meyer received his Ph.D. in the philosophy of science from the University of Cambridge. A former geophysicist and college professor, he now directs Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture in Seattle. In this interview, we talk about intelligent design, objections to it, and more. We talk about mechanisms that cause suffering, God of the Gaps, and so much more! Dr. Meyer's Website: https://stephencmeyer.org/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------...

282. Scott Davison: Naturalist Intrinsic Value: Exploring a New Theodicy

September 22, 2022 16:20 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Scott Davison is a Professor of Philosophy at Morehead State. In this interview, we chat about his natural intrinsic value theodicy. Check Out Scott's Work: https://www.moreheadstate.edu/caudill-college-of-arts,-humanities-and-social-sci/history,-philosophy,-international-studies-and-leg/faculty-and-staff/davison,-scott -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetic...

281. Justin McBrayer: Skeptical Theism is the Best Response to the Problem of Evil

September 20, 2022 16:08 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

Justin McBrayer joins me to discuss the problem of evil. We chat about theodicies and why he thinks that skeptical theism is the best response to the problem of evil. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

280. Tyler Vela: How Calvinism Can Explain the Problem of Evil

September 17, 2022 16:10 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Tyle Vela ( @The Freed Thinker ) joined me to discuss Calvinism and evil. We talked about how it looks at and addresses certain problems related to suffering and soteriology. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

279. Foundations of Truth (Why Christianity is True Part 1/10)

September 15, 2022 16:09 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

This video is the beginning of my cumulative case for Christianity. In this video, I talk about what truth is, why it matters, and how it can be discovered. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

278. God is Probable: 2 Christians Respond to Emerson Green’s Case Against God (w/ Invoking Theism)

September 13, 2022 16:08 - 1 hour - 85 MB

In this video, Tim Howard ( @Invoking Theism ) joins me to respond to Emerson Green's case against God in his debate with John Buck. We discuss teleological evil, divine hiddenness, animal suffering, and more! Check out the Debate: https://youtu.be/k5k48FeQqE4 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8j...

277. Craig Keener: The Book of Acts: Apologetics, Theology, and It’s Impact Today

September 09, 2022 16:41 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Dr. Craig Keener joined me to chat about the book of Acts! We talked about apologetic implications, the theology of Acts, and how it impacts today. His Website: https://craigkeener.com/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

277. Craig Keener: The Book of Acts: Apologetics, Theology, and Its Impact Today

September 09, 2022 16:41 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Dr. Craig Keener joined me to chat about the book of Acts! We talked about apologetic implications, the theology of Acts, and how it impacts today. His Website: https://craigkeener.com/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

276. Are All Saved? Debating Universalism vs Annihilationism (Andrew Hronich vs. Jim Spiegel)

September 06, 2022 16:23 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

In this video Andrew Hronich (universalist) debates Jim Spiegel (annihilationist). They talk about history, Biblical passages, and philosophical arguments with regard to the nature of soteriology. Andrew Hronich is a student at Princeton Theological Seminary. Jim has authored numerous books and articles on issues in ethics, aesthetics, philosophy of religion, and popular culture, including the award-winning How to Be Good in a World Gone Bad. Follow Andrew: https://www.instagram.com/amhroni...

275. Erik Manning: Maximal Data Versus the (Underwhelming) Minimal Facts Argument

September 02, 2022 16:34 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

In this video, Erik Manning joins me to discuss the case for the resurrection. In the first half, he critiques the minimal facts argument before turning to argue for a maximal data approach for Jesus' resurrection. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

274. Robin Collins: Connections are Good? Explaining Why God Allows Evil

August 26, 2022 16:46 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

Dr. Robin Collins joined me to discuss his inter-connectedness theodicy to the problem of evil! He currently serves as the Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Messiah University in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Find Collins' Article Here: https://www.amazon.com/Blackwell-Companion-Problem-Evil/dp/047067184X -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTu...

273. Dustin Crummett: The Argument from Psychophysical Harmony for Dummies

August 24, 2022 16:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MB

Dustin Crummett joined me to discuss the argument from psychophysical harmony. We chat about the nature of the argument, objections, and more! The Paper: https://philarchive.org/rec/CUTPHA -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

272. 2 Ways Protestants (Justly) Act Like (Some) Atheists (A Response to Trent Horn w/ Josh Yen)

August 21, 2022 16:25 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MB

In this video, Josh Yen joins me in responding to Trent Horn's video, "7 Ways Protestants Act Like Atheists." We look at lack-theism and shifting the burden of proof. Much love and respect to Trent. Original Video: https://youtu.be/VNreY29xfoE Josh's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PhilosophyforAll3 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Member...

271. Andrew Hronich: A Comprehensive Case for Christian Universalism

August 16, 2022 16:40 - 1 hour - 73.3 MB

Andrew Hronich is a graduate student at Princeton Theological Seminary. In this interview, we chat about his new book, "Once Love Always Loved," in which he provides a case for universalism. We talk about Scripture, philosophy, objections, and more! Follow Andrew: https://www.instagram.com/amhronich/?hl=en -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Me...

270. Physically Debunked: God and Physics - Contemporary Science & The Existence of God

August 12, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MB

In this video, Matt ( @Physically Debunked ) joins me to discuss science and the existence of God. Matt, an atheist, talks about his view on God and how his views have been impacted by his scientific studies. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

269. Jonathan McLatchie: Evidentialism is Best? Exploring the World of Religious Epistemology

August 10, 2022 16:21 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Dr. Jonathan McLatchie joins me to discuss religious epistemology. We talk about evidentialism, presuppositions apologetics, classical apologetics, and reformed epistemology. Jonathan's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JonathanMcLatchie -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBnd...

268. Challenging Shabir Ally on the Resurrection of Jesus (w/ Caleb Jackson)

August 07, 2022 16:58 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

In this video, Caleb Jackson joins me to look at Shabir Ally's case against the resurrection. We look at his claims related to the Gospel of Mark, Q, Jesus' ascension, vindication, and more! Check out the Debate: https://youtu.be/Xlfd1KFPvi8 Caleb's Book on the Resurrection: https://www.amazon.com/Undead-Historical-Investigation-Miracle-History/dp/1698686773 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): h...

267. Scott Clifton: God, Atheism, Heaven & Hell

August 05, 2022 16:32 - 1 hour - 71 MB

Scott Clifton is an actor and an atheist who has a deep interest in the philosophy of religion. In this interview, I chat with Scott about non-belief, heaven, hell, and reasons to doubt God's existence. I provide pushback to some of Scott's key contentions in a (hopefully) friendly way! Scott's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheoreticalBullshit -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://ww...

266. Bethany Sollereder: Why is There Suffering? How You Can Decide

July 21, 2022 15:50 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this interview, I talk with Dr. Bethany Sollereder about her new book, "Why is There Suffering?" We chat about how you can make a path trying to explain why there is suffering. Bethany Sollereder (PhD, University of Exeter) is a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Oxford. The author of God, Evolution, and Animal Suffering, she writes regularly for journals and popular publications including Christian Century and BioLogos.org. Bethany's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Why-There-Sufferin...

265. Emerson Green: Atheist Makes Case for Theism

July 19, 2022 15:49 - 1 hour - 74.4 MB

In this video, I talk with Emerson Green from the podcast Counter Apologetics about his Devil's Advocate case for theism. We also talk about Hell and Emerson's most plausible form of Christianity. Check out the Debate: https://youtu.be/EtNgscve6P8 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXB...

264. Andrew Brenner: New Evidence for a Foundation? From Grounding to Unification to God

July 16, 2022 20:23 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

In this interview, Dr. Andrew Brenner joins me to discuss grounding and God. We talk about how grounding leads to a foundation along with theoretical unification. Andrew's Paper: https://philpapers.org/rec/BREMFA-5 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

263. Inspiring Philosophy: Defending Christian Virtue Ethics

July 12, 2022 15:46 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

Christian YouTuber and apologist Michael Jones ( @InspiringPhilosophy ) joins me to discuss his case for Christian virtue ethics. We discuss the philosophical and Biblical data in favor of it! -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

262. Joe Schmid: Paradoxes Prove Causal Finitism? The Pros and Cons of Casual Finitism

July 09, 2022 21:10 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

Philosopher Joe Schmid joins me to talk about casual finitism. We chat about his recent paper on arguments for casual finitism and some of Joe's concerns about casual finitism. Joe's Paper: https://philpapers.org/rec/SCHASA-26 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

261. Mike Bird: What is the Bible?

July 07, 2022 16:41 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

In this interview, Dr. Mike Bird joins me to discuss his new book, Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew About the Bible. We talk about the basics of the Bible, its composition, inspiration, and more. The Book: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Things-Christians-about-Bible/dp/0310538858 -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.yout...

260. Apologetics Squared: Molinism Best Explains Evil? Models of God and the Problem of Evil

July 05, 2022 19:20 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

YouTuber  @Apologetics Squared  joined me to discuss Molinism and the problem of evil. We looked at theodicies, Scripture, Perfect Being Theism, and philosophical baggage along with how different models of God explain evil. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Apologetics Squared: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqAw3_J8ZdXpujkSh0C06CA Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membershi...

259. Liz Jackson & Justin Mooney: Philosophers Debate God’s Mind: Divine Beliefs and Credences

July 02, 2022 14:07 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

Justin Mooney and Liz Jackson recently published a paper titled, "Probing the Mind of God." In this video, Liz and Justin join me to discuss four views on God's Mind, and then discuss their favorite views and provide pushback for the other. The paper: https://philpapers.org/rec/JACPTM Liz's Website: https://liz-jackson.com/ Justin's Website: https://www.justinmooney.net/ Please consider becoming a Patron!  Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics

258. Matthew Ramage: Christianity & Evolution: Friends, Not Enemies

June 22, 2022 18:31 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

Dr. Matthew Ramage joins me to discuss the relationship between Christianity and Evolution. Are they friends? Enemies? Or something else? Dr. Matthew Ramage is Adjunct Professor of Sacred Scripture at Holy Apostles College and Seminary and Professor of Theology at Benedictine College in Kansas. Dr. Ramage's New Book: https://www.amazon.com/Dust-Earth-Benedict-Theory-Evolution/dp/0813235146/ref=sr_1_1?crid=16UWYWQO0PYKX&keywords=matthew+ramage+dust&qid=1642270749&sprefix=matthew+ramage+dus%2...

257. Charles Taliaferro: Why You Are a Soul: A Defense of Dualism & Problems with Physicalism

June 17, 2022 21:45 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

In this interview, I talk with Charles Taliaferro about dualism, the mind, and problems with physicalism. Charles Taliaferro is an American philosopher specializing in theology and philosophy of religion. He is an emeritus professor of philosophy at St. Olaf College, a senior research fellow at the Institute for Faithful Research, and a member of the Royal Institute of Philosophy. His Books: https://www.amazon.com/Charles-Taliaferro/e/B001IYXGBC%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share ------------...

256. William Hasker: Only an Open God Can Explain Evil? Models of God and the Problem of Evil

June 14, 2022 20:49 - 1 hour - 61.6 MB

In this interview, I chat with William Hasker about models of God and the Problem of Evil. We chat about open theism, Calvinism, Molinism, and process theism. Hasker's Books: https://www.amazon.com/William-Hasker/e/B001JSACYQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQ...

255. Graham Oppy: What is Atheism? What is Religion? Diving into Definitions

June 11, 2022 19:24 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

In this interview, I chatted with Graham Oppy! We talked about the purpose of a definition, and then how to define religion and atheism. -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

254. Joshua Swamidass: The Problems & Successes of Intelligent Design

June 06, 2022 16:37 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Dr. Joshua Swamidass joined me to discuss some of his criticisms of Intelligent Design. We talked about his story and the successes and failures of the movement. Dr. Swamidass' Website: https://peacefulscience.org/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

253. Kyle Alander: Progress is Good? An Evolving World Theodicy

June 03, 2022 12:28 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

Today, my friend Kyle Alander (Christian Idealism) joins me to discuss the development of his evolving world theodicy. We talk about the nature, purpose, and consequences of his theodicy! -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

252. Ryan Mullins: God and Time: Timelessness, Creation, and How to Make Sense of God and Time

June 01, 2022 18:08 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

Dr. Ryan Mullins of the Reluctant Theologian Podcast joins the show. We discuss the nature of time, divine timelessness, whether or not God created time, and much more! Ryan's Website: https://www.rtmullins.com/ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join

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