Adherent Apologetics
364 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWelcome to Adherent Apologetics, where I talk with leading thinkers about Christianity.
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151. Tim Stratton: How Your Free Choice to Listen to This Podcast is Evidence for Theism
April 29, 2021 17:41 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBTim Stratton is a part of Free Thinking Ministries and has done work in many areas of apologetics including his recent book titled Human Freedom, Divine Knowledge, and Mere Molinism. In this conversation, I talk with Tim about the argument from free will and its implications. Tim's Bio: https://freethinkingministries.com/tim-stratton/ Please consider becoming a Patron! I am a full-time student, so your support helps make our content better and provides me Ramen money. Patreon (Thanks!): ...
150. Does Atheism Explain Reality Better? (Response to Cosmic Skeptic w/ Josh Yen)
April 24, 2021 13:40 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBJosh and I look at the recent debate on Unbelievable between Bishop Barron and Cosmic Skeptic. Full Debate: https://youtu.be/aC9tKeJCJtM Apologetics for All: http://bit.ly/2L2SXbi Please consider becoming a Patron! I am a full-time student, so your support helps make our content better and provides me Ramen money. Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8jj_CQwrRRwwwXBndo6nQ/join
149. Tony Costa: Defending the Reformation: Sola Scriptura, Sola Fide, The Papacy, and More
April 23, 2021 12:43 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBDr. Tony Costa is a theologian, professor, pastor, and more. We talk about key doctrines of the reformation surrounding Scripture, faith, the Papacy, and more. Follow Dr. Costa: https://twitter.com/tmcos_tony?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Dr. Costa's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-hn2Xo6TNYiVvzanW3CBXQ -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! I am a full-time student, so you...
148. Alan Rhoda: A Defense of Open Theism
April 22, 2021 14:54 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBDr. Alan Rhoda is a philosopher and academic librarian. In this interview, I talk with Dr. Rhoda about why he is an Open Theist, objections, and more! Dr. Rhoda's Website: http://www.alanrhoda.net/ Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
147. Does God Exist? Invoking Theism vs Objectively Dan
April 20, 2021 14:18 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBIn this informal debate, Tim and Dan debate the question of the existence of God and talk about evolution. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Invoking Theism: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcXdCHoaSy0kNSv-KwjiSqQ Truth Wanted: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKzYd1mJ8M1pUZ7cM1nwyPA
146. Monique Duson: Why Critical Race Theory is Dangeorus
April 19, 2021 13:35 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBMonique spent 2 decades advocating for Critical Race Theory (CRT), but through a series of events began to see the contradictions of CRT with the historic Christian worldview. In this conversation, I talk with Monique about CRT and it's issues. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Center for Biblical Unity: https://www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/
145. Matt Nelson: Responding to the Argument From Divine Hiddenness
April 16, 2021 22:21 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBMatt Nelson is the Assistant Director of the Word on Fire Institute. In this interview, I chat with Matt about the problem of Divine Hiddenness. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Matt's Website: https://www.reasonablecatholic.com/
144. Nick Quient: Does the New Testament Teach Physicalism?
April 10, 2021 14:01 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBNick Quient, a pastor and PhD student joins me to discuss the case for Physicalism in the New Testament. We talk about arguments for and against. Nick's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQsu... Follow Nick: https://twitter.com/NickQuient?ref_sr... -------------------------------- GIVING -------------------------------- Please consider becoming a Patron! I am a full-time student, so your support helps make our content better and provides me Ramen money. Patreon (Thanks!): htt...
143. Daniel Gilman: What Can We Learn from the Ravi Zacharias Scandal?
April 02, 2021 18:13 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBDaniel Gilman was an apologist for RZIM. He joins me to reflect on the scandal. we talk about questions such as how do we help those whose faith was hurt, what do we do with his books, how do we ensure we aren't the next Ravi, and more. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Follow Daniel: https://twitter.com/danielgilmanhq?lang=
142: Josh Yen: Christianity for All
March 27, 2021 16:51 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJosh Yen joins me to discuss his book, Christianity for All. Plus we will be doing a q&a. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Josh's Book: https://amzn.to/38HZPU5 Another Link: https://www.bookdepository.com/Christ... Apologetics for All: http://bit.ly/2L2SXbi
141. Keith Ward: Examining Idealism, Classical Theism, and the Cosmos
March 25, 2021 21:41 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBDr. Keith Ward is a professor, author, Christian, and idealist. In this conversation, I talk with him about Idealism and the Incarnation. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Dr. Ward's Website: https://www.keithward.org.uk/about/
140. Casey Luskin: Is Intelligent Design a Good Argument for God?
March 18, 2021 12:23 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBCasey Luskin has a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Johannesburg, and a B.S. and M.S. in earth sciences from the University of California at San Diego, where he studied geology and evolution extensively at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. He also has a law degree from the University of San Diego and is a California-licensed attorney. He works at Discovery Institute as Associate Director for the Center for Science and Culture. In this interview, I talk with Casey about the s...
139. Ryan Mullins: Examining Divine Simplicity
March 17, 2021 12:55 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBRyan Mullins has published over 30 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. He has published two books, The End of the Timeless God (Oxford University Press, 2016) and God and Emotion (Cambridge University Press, 2020). Ryan's Podcast: https://www.rtmullins.com/ Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
138. Christianity's Biggest Problem According to CosmicSkeptic (w/ Dry Apologist & Joshua Yen)
March 13, 2021 15:08 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBRecently Cosmic Skeptic produced a video on the problem of animal suffering. In this response, Caleb and Josh join me to discuss this important question Original Video: https://youtu.be/5KDnnp0sDkI Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Apologetics for All: http://bit.ly/2L2SXbi Dry Apologist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvA7... Jordan Wessling and Josh Rasmussen's Paper: https://joshualrasmussen.com/articles...
137. Sam Allberry: Is God Anti-Gay, Singleness, and other Tough Questions About Sexuality
March 12, 2021 14:09 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this conversation, I talk with Sam about difficult questions surrounding sexuality. Sam Allberry is a pastor, regular conference speaker, editor for the Gospel Coalition, and visiting professor at Cedarville University. He is the author of a number of books, including Is God Anti-Gay?; Why Bother with Church?; and 7 Myths about Singleness. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Sam's Website: https://samallberry.com/
136. Is Evil Evidence Against God? Khaldoun Sweis vs Emerson Green
March 10, 2021 13:40 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBIn this semi-formal debate, Christian Khaldoun Aziz Sweis debates atheist Emerson Green. They discuss the Problem of Evil and its relation to God's existence. Support (thank you) Khaldoun's Website: https://logicallyfaithful.com/about-me/ Follow Emerson: https://linktr.ee/emersongreen Format: - 20x2 Openings - 10x2 Rebuttals - 20 Minutes live discussion - 10 minutes Q&A
135. Peter Lublink: The Theology of Missions
March 05, 2021 13:25 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBPeter Lublink is the Executive Director of Bethany Kids. In this conversation, we talk about the purpose and meaning of missions. Peter's Ministry: https://bethanykids.org/
134. Charles Taliaferro: Hume to New Atheism - 5 Objections to Natural Theology
March 04, 2021 14:08 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBCharles Taliaferro is a Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at St. Olaf College. In this interview, I talk with him about common objections to natural theology, and his entry in The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology. Dr. Taliaferro: https://www.stolaf.edu/profile/taliafer/ Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
133. Kyle Alander & Tim Howard: A New Cumulative Argument for God + Oppy's Naturalism
March 01, 2021 13:28 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBKyle and Tim have recently written a paper providing a cumulative argument for God and responding to Oppy's Naturalism. Is atheism simpler than Theism? Christian Idealism: http://bit.ly/35FeM7Y Invoking Theism: http://bit.ly/2LZWwzr The Paper: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R31x...
132. Tim Hsiao: Is it Ethical to Eat Meat?
February 27, 2021 22:09 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBDr. Tim Hsiao is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Humanities at Grantham University and Adjunct Professor of Philosophy at Park University and Johnson County Community College. In this conversation, we talk about the question of whether eating meat is ethical. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Tim's Website: https://timhsiao.org/
131. John Walton: Creation, Evolution, and Other Big Questions in the Book of Genesis
February 24, 2021 16:36 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBJohn H. Walton is an Old Testament scholar and Professor at Wheaton College. He specializes in the Ancient Near Eastern backgrounds of the Old Testament, especially Genesis and its creation account, as well as interpretation of Job. In this interview, we talk about big questions in the book of Genesis. Support (thank you)
130. Rationality Rules and the Argument from Limits (Response w/ Tim Howard & Joshua Yen)
February 20, 2021 20:51 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBRationality Rules and Cameron Bertuzzi have been in a Kalam debate. In this response video, Tim, Josh, and I take a look at Steve's objections to the argument from limits. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Steve's Full Video: https://youtu.be/1WdS8U9aOfw Apologetics for All: http://bit.ly/2L2SXbi I nvoking Theism: http://bit.ly/2LZWwzr
129. Kirk MacGregor: Examining Molinism
February 18, 2021 14:04 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBKirk MacGregor is an Associate Professor of Philosophy and Religion and Department Chair at McPherson College. In this conversation, I talk with him about why you should be a Molinist, objections, and more! Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Kirk's Website: http://www.kirkmacgregor.org/
128. Response to Paulogia's Four Steps to Leaving Christianity (with Kerusso Apologetics & Kyle Vollmar)
February 15, 2021 13:37 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBRecently, YouTube atheist Paulogia released a video sharing his four simple steps for apostasy. In this response, Jacob Burbidge, Kyle Vollmar, and I discuss these steps. Original Video: https://youtu.be/79a3jSJ2qg4 Kerusso Apologetics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrQo...
127. Nick Quient: Is Entire Sanctification Possible?
February 13, 2021 14:25 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBNick Quient joins me to discuss the doctrine of entire sanctification. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Nick's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQsu...
126. Fred Kuttner: An Atheist Explains the Connection Between Quantum Mechanics and Consciousness
February 10, 2021 12:49 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBDr. Fred Kuttner completed his Ph.D. at UC Santa Cruz studying the quantum theory of magnetic phase transitions. In this interview, I talk with him about his book, Quantum Enigma, and the relationship between quantum mechanics and consciousness. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Buy the Book: https://amzn.to/3iW1ARK
125. Chad McIntosh: How Philosophy May Show God MUST Be a Trinity
February 06, 2021 18:14 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBDr. Chad McIntosh joins me to discuss his work in thinking about the Trinity. How can God be a Trinity? Why just a Trinity? And other important questions are addressed. Chad's Papers: https://philpeople.org/profiles/c-a-m... Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
124. Analyzing Apostate Prophet's Case Against God (with Joshua Yen)
February 04, 2021 14:27 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBApostate Prophet recently debated Inspiring Philosophy on the existence of God. In this video, Joshua Yen and I review his case against God's existence. Full Debate: https://youtu.be/mp2maup4rsM Josh's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8r... Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
123. Tyler Vela: The Transcendental Argument
February 03, 2021 15:03 - 50 minutes - 46 MBTyler Vela runs the FreedThinker Podcast. In this interview, I talk with him about the argument from abstract objects to God. Follow Tyler: https://twitter.com/FreedPodcast We are 83% funded! Please consider supporting: https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
122. Joanna Leidenhag: Evolutionary Evil, Panpsychism, and the Doctrine of Creation
January 30, 2021 15:58 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBDr. Joanna Leidenhag completed her PhD in systematic and philosophical theology at the University of Edinburgh (2019), focusing on discussions in analytic philosophy of mind and the doctrine of creation. In this interview, we talk about evolution, consciousness, and the Doctrine of Creation. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Follow Dr. Leidenhag: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/divinity...
121. Michael Strauss: Does Science Support a Beginning and Fine-Tuning?
January 28, 2021 15:37 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBMichael Strauss is an experimental particle physicist currently doing research on the ATLAS detector, one of the two multi-purpose particle detectors located on the Large Hadron Collider at CERN near Geneva, Switzerland. He is also a professor at the University of Oklahoma in Norman since 1995. In this conversation, we talk about how science supports arguments for God's existence. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Dr. Strauss' Website: https://www.michaelgstr...
120. Steven Nemes: Is Divine Simplicity True?
January 27, 2021 13:13 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBSteven Nemes is a PhD candidate in Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary. In this interview, we talk about the doctrine of Divine Simplicity. Steven's Website: https://stevennemes.com/ Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
119. J.P. Moreland: From Consciousness to the Soul to God
January 25, 2021 14:33 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBDr. J.P. Moreland is a Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University in La Mirada, California. In this conversation, we talk about how conscious experience is evidence for God, Idealism, Dualism, Physicalism, and more! Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Dr. Moreland's Website: http://www.jpmoreland.com/
118. Douglas Groothuis: Why Would God Allow Dementia?
January 23, 2021 16:42 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBDr. Douglas Groothuis is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society, Evangelical Philosophical Society, and Society of Christian Philosophers. In this interview, we talk about his book, Walking Through Twilight: A Wife’s Illness—A Philosopher’s Lament. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics His Book: https://amzn.to/2JWXXhl
117. Hugh Ross: How Science Points to God's Existence
January 21, 2021 13:16 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBHugh Ross is the President & Founder of Reasons to Believe. In this interview, I talk with Dr. Hugh Ross about the scientific evidence for casual finitism, fine-tuning, the multiverse, Oppy's Naturalism, and more. Dr. Ross' Website: https://reasons.org/about/hugh-ross Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
116. Brad from Carolina: How Should Christians View Persecution?
January 19, 2021 14:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBBrad from Carolina is a Christian apologist from Armor of Truth Ministries. We talk about what it means to be persecuted, and how Christians should deal with it. Brad's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3dP... Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
115. Rob Koons: Is There a Necessary Foundation?
January 14, 2021 21:36 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBDr. Rob Koons specializes in philosophical logic and in the application of logic to long-standing philosophical problems, including metaphysics, philosophy of mind and intentionality, semantics, political philosophy and metaethics, and philosophy of religion. In this conversation, we talk about arguments for a first cause and a necessary foundation. Rob's Website: http://robkoons.net/ Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
114. Leighton Ryder: Medieval Christian Mysticism, Marguerite Porete, and Your Theology
January 09, 2021 15:01 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBLeighton Ryders writes about Theology, Philosophy, Apologetics, and History. He is a university student who is majoring in History (Honours) and minoring in Religious Studies. More specifically he studies Medieval European Ecclesiastic Reform & Mystic History. Marguerite Porete was a Beguine mystic burned in 1310 for heresy. We talk about her life, mysticism, women in the church, heresy, heterodoxy, and views of sanctification. Support (we're 85% funded): https://www.patreon.com/Adherent...
113. Zac Sechler vs Randolf Richardson Debate Review (with Joshua Yen)
January 08, 2021 13:32 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJoshua Yen joins me to discuss my recent debate with Randolf Richardson. We talk about the arguments I made, and his responses. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Apologetics for All: http://bit.ly/2L2SXbi Full Debate: https://youtu.be/h5fgXptPiT4
112. Richard Playford: Examining Thomistic Teleological Arguments
January 07, 2021 20:19 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBToday, Dr. Richard Playford joins me to discuss a form of the argument from design. Richard Playford is a lecturer in religious studies and the programme lead for the BA (Hons) in theology, religion and ethics and the BA (Hons) in theology and religious studies at St Mary’s University. His research interests include ethics, bioethics, metaphysics and philosophy of religion. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Richard's Website: https://sites.google.com/view/ri...
111. Matthew Ramage: Examining Challenging Passages in the Bible
January 06, 2021 18:35 - 43 minutes - 99 MBDr. Matthew Rammage is an Associate Professor of Theology at Benedictine College. We talk about stories in the Old Testament such as the Flood, Elisa and the Bears, and more. Support (thanks): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Matthew's Website: http://www.truthincharity.com/
110. Zac vs Randolf Richardson: Does God Exist?
January 04, 2021 14:29 - 2 hours - 135 MBI was invited to participate in a debate on God's existence with atheist Randolf Richardson. This was on an atheist YouTube channel, and there is some explicit language in the intro, outro, and the host's recap in between segments of the debate. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Canadian atheists: https://www.canadianatheists.ca/ The Atheist Round Table: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6urRP1YniFz4Sot86dyXIg
109. Adam Coleman: Apologetics in the African-American Context and a New Argument from Identity
December 31, 2020 13:30 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBAdam Coleman is the founder of Tru-ID Apologetics Ministries. In this conversation, we talk about apologetics in the African-American context and an interesting argument from identity. Subscribe to Tru-ID: https://www.youtube.com/c/TruIDApolog... Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
108. Holly Ordway: How Your Imagination Impacts Apologetics
December 28, 2020 14:12 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBHolly is a Fellow of Faith and Culture for the Word on Fire Institute. In this interview, we talk about the intersection of imagination and apologetics. Support (thanks): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Holly's Website: http://www.hollyordway.com/
107. Braxton Hunter: How Free Will is Evidence for Theism
December 19, 2020 16:42 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBBraxton Hunter is the host of Trinity Radio. In this interview, I talk with Braxton about libertarian free will and how it's evidence for Theism. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Trinity Radio: https://www.youtube.com/user/braxhunt
106. Prophet of Zod Responded to my 36 Questions for Atheists (with Carl + Micah Pope)
December 18, 2020 13:18 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBYouTube atheist, Prophet of Zod, responded to my 36 questions for atheists. In this video, we take a look at his answers! Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics Original Video: https://youtu.be/2w6J6yu1JMI
105. Khaldoun Aziz Sweis: What a Philosopher Learned About Evil After His Son's Death
December 17, 2020 13:08 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBKhaldoun Aziz Sweis, PhD is former Chair and currently Associate Professor of Philosophy at Olive-Harvey College in Chicago and serves as a tutor in philosophy with Oxford University in England. He was born in Amman, Jordan. His experience entails teaching philosophy for over a decade as well as speaking at conferences both nationally and abroad such as Hong Kong, Romania, Australia and England. He has three books, including Debating Christian Theism (Oxford University Press 2011) and the ne...
104. Youth Apologetics Empire: Answering the Non-Alchemist's 10 Questions for Christians
December 07, 2020 13:28 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBA YouTube skeptic asked 10 questions to Christians. Me, Carl, and the Youth Apologetics Empire Answer. Original Video: https://youtu.be/EUjN-uHIIeo Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
103. Kris Williams: What's Woke Theology?
December 05, 2020 16:38 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBKris Williams is an apologist and runs the YouTube channel Kdubtru. In this interview, I talk with Kris about what Woke Theology and how Christians should deal with it. Kris' YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Kdubtru Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics
102. Liz Jackson: Examining Pascal's Wager
December 03, 2020 13:47 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBLiz Jackson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Ryerson University. In this interview, I talk with Liz about Pascal's Wager. Support (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApologetics