Cave To The Cross Apologetics
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Ep. 49 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.18 – Living With Moral Nihilism
December 09, 2019 09:05 - 36 minutes - 34.5 MBWe look at the consistent outcome of naturalism when it comes to morality - that of nihilism. Because definitions are important, we cover the definition of nihilism as there seems to be some misunderstanding of what it is and what it isn't. We then look at why nihilism should result from belief in naturalism and the implications nihilism brings forth.
Ep. 48 – Bob Murphy Interview – Economist & Christian – Part 2
December 02, 2019 09:05 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIn this second part of the interview, Dr. Murphy talks about where economic truth derives from. If the Fall never occurred would economic principles still stand? Then we talk about some of the weird stances people can have when applying economic principles to other parts of their lives. Dr. Murphy and Patrick have a discussion on the similarities Austrian Economics has with Presuppositional Apologetics. Dr. Murphy gives some advice to Christians from an economic standpoint & encourages oth...
Ep. 47 – Bob Murphy Interview – Economist & Christian – Part 1
November 25, 2019 09:05 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this first part of the interview, Dr. Murphy talks about what economics is and why Christians should care. We also discuss the fact that the Christian worldview accounts for economic theories. We also talk about the application of Austrian Economic theory, a theory based on presuppositional claims, when it comes to showing that slavery is not only immoral but a terrible economic decision.
Ep. 46 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.17 – Can God Ground Morality – Part 2
November 18, 2019 09:05 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBWe look at Dr. Stokes' take on the divine command theory to ground morality in an objective state and answer the objections to the infamous Euthyphro dilemma. The biggest argument is that the commands God gives appear to be arbitrary. In some ways that appear to be the case, however, God being God and not man requires us to look at the issue more closely.
Ep. 45 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.17 – Can God Ground Morality – Part 1
November 11, 2019 09:05 - 25 minutes - 23 MBWe look at Dr. Stokes' take on the divine command theory to ground morality in an objective state. This, of course, brings up the infamous Euthyphro dilemma. The argument is one that many bring up when objecting to the claim that God can coherently be the source of morality. In this episode, we cover the introduction to the dilemma and next episode we'll cover the refutations of the objections.
Ep. 44 – Tulips & Honey Podcast Interview
November 04, 2019 15:15 - 1 minute - 1.33 MBWe talk about our salvation story, how we met, what our show is about, and how we picked the name "Cave To The Cross Apologetics". We also cover topics like why Christians should be readers, Christians need to learn from their history, Christian living, and what books we recommend and don't. We also engage in some tomfoolery that is completely to blame on Lauren & Becca.
Ep. 43 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.16 – Morality Is Personal – Part 2
October 28, 2019 08:05 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBWe finish up this chapter with the discussion of Dr. Stokes' critique of values when it comes to morality. If naturalism is true, there seems to be a lot of issues that result in understanding what values are and therefore what moral imperatives are. This is a lead up to his main argument of why the Christian God offers a better alternative to naturalism in making sense of moral reality.
Ep. 42 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.16 – Morality Is Personal – Part 1
October 21, 2019 08:10 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBWe once again slow down to cover an important part of Dr. Mitch Stokes' argument. We want to be clear in our presentation of his arguments. While a non-careful reader could see Stokes going down the route of making a post-modernist argument this chapter and the next really set up his entire point of the need to ground morality in God and not in the case of naturalism.
Ep. 41 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.15 – Can Science Determine Human Values
October 14, 2019 08:05 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBIn Chapter 15 we go over Dr. Stoke's critique of Sam Harris' well-being theory for objective morality. It does appear that what Harris claims is objective is just another subjective standard.
Ep. 40 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.14 – An All-Natural Morality – Part 2
October 07, 2019 07:05 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this second part of chapter 14, we continue to look at Sam Harris' attempt to use well-being as an objective grounds for morality. We look at well-being from a standpoint of whether it's a moral good or more of a prudential good (a good thing to do rather than being good in and of itself).
Ep. 39 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.14 – An All-Natural Morality – Part 1
September 30, 2019 08:05 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBWe take this chapter a little slower since there are some big concepts to understand. We look at Sam Harris' attempt to define morality as being concerned with a creature's well-being. This measurable value gives morality a scientific component and allows it to be measured and objective. Has Harris done what David Hume failed to do and given atheists a very big weapon in combating the claims of Christians? That's what we cover in this and the next two episodes.
Ep. 38 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.13 – Moral Mammals – The Evolution Of Ethics
September 23, 2019 08:05 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBEthics is the principles by which people act morally. If the world is guided by evolution, where does morality come from? How do we make sense of what seems to be a strong desire to understand right and wrong? Does science hold the key to living our best atheist life now?
Ep. 37 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.12 – Some Brush Clearing
September 16, 2019 08:02 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this chapter, Mitch Stokes wants to clear up some misconceptions that both sides of moral realism seem to perpetuate. Atheists need to provide a reason why anyone should be good. Some Christians insinuate that atheists should just go around being completely amoral. Both sides sometimes take part is talking past each other because morality is such an important and strongly felt topic. We also get into what our friend, David Hume, attempted to form as his basis for a moral foundation. We t...
Ep. 36 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.11 – If God Is Dead, Is Everything Permissible?
September 09, 2019 08:10 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBWe come to the 3rd and final section of our book. We open to the concept of morality and how the atheistic worldview deals with it. With atheism, naturalism is the concept through which one looks at the world and all facts with. Naturalism says nature is all there is - property and causes all have natural explanations. So you can see where naturalism might have a little problem with the concept of objective moral standards. How can one test that murder, rape, and lying are evil when thos...
Ep. 35 – Jason Lisle Interview – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason
September 02, 2019 08:05 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBDr. Lisle talks about his background, his approach, and why presuppositionalism is the way to do apologetics; and the way Greg Bahnsen did it. It was a real pleasure to talk with Dr. Lisle and we thank him for his time and his work.
Ep. 34 – Mitch Stokes Interview – How To Be An Atheist – Part 2
August 26, 2019 08:10 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBWe continue with our interview with Dr. Mitch Stokes who authored the book we are currently going through on the show. This part deals with the moral objections section. There are spoilers to what we will be covering if you care about that with a theology book.
Ep. 33 – Mitch Stokes Interview – How To Be An Atheist – Part 1
August 19, 2019 08:10 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBWe are very pleased to welcome Dr. Mitch Stokes who authored the book we are currently going through to the show. The first part of the interview is getting the very interesting history of Dr. Stoke's professional journey. We then discuss the first part of the book, How To Be An Atheist. We hope you enjoy this as much as we did. Thank you, Dr. Mitch Stokes!
Ep. 32 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.10 – God – The Failed Hypothesis
August 12, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBWe close the science section of the book with the discussion about whether or not science could even attempt to tell us whether or not God exists. But does the belief in God root itself scientifically and does it have an impact? We discuss!
Ep. 31 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.9 – Physics-Based Metaphysics
August 05, 2019 06:10 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBDon't worry - we start off explaining what metaphysics is and why it's important. We then go in and discuss the failure of natural physicists to try and explain metaphysics using only a physics-based approach. We get partial and also discuss in what way people do come to their belief in God. Then we cap it off by asking the question, "Why does God allow us to fail in science?".
Ep. 30 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.8 – The Current Crisis
July 29, 2019 05:10 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIs this episode we attempt to explain...string theory! We also look at the strained relationship between general relativity and quantum mechanics and the trouble both are in. Oh, and that idea that scientists have this brilliant idea of making science look smart and logical - ya, seems like the best idea they have right now to find a working theory is to look for theories with beauty and elegance to them. A sober skeptic should have a correct understanding of how scientists work and look at t...
Ep. 29 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.7 – Arguing With Success – Part 2
July 22, 2019 05:10 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWe take a look at the two most current theories of science, general relativity and quantum mechanics. Those have to be the ones that are revealing truth to us! Those are the cutting edge of discovery to how the universe functions and what it is made up of. And those scientists tell us there is no God and no need for God. Well except for the pesky fact that the scientists who came up with those theories don't believe those theories are true...oh and both theories are diametrically opposed ...
Ep. 28 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.7 – Arguing With Success – Part 1
July 15, 2019 09:20 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MBAlright, look! Science may be hard and it may not be as sterile as we think it is, but look at what science has given us! You can't argue with success, right? Well, sure, we have technology and answers that advance theories. But - haven't we always had that even when the theories turned out to be wrong? Can a theory work without actually being true? That's the topic of the chapter we cover in this part one of two episode.
Ep. 27 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.6 – Real Science Is Hard – Part 3
July 08, 2019 10:10 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBWe finish up the chapter about the difficulty of true science. We look at just how hard scientists hold onto theories and that they aren't just isolated from background beliefs. Christians don't have to be skeptical of science but we must realize that worldviews play an undeclared, yet important, part of science. The episode link is www.cavetothecross.com/ep27 Books mentioned in this episode: "How To Be An Atheist" by Mitch Stokes (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2DVJmw6). Subscr...
Ep. 26 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.6 – Real Science Is Hard – Part 2
July 01, 2019 08:59 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBWe continue to look at what actually doing science is and how scientists actually do science. In this episode, we see that effects beliefs of scientists have when they do science. Not only do beliefs play a factor but we see that scientists actually rely on trusting authority and are trained to be indoctrinated. Science is a little weirder than what we think it is. The episode link is www.cavetothecross.com/ep26 Books mentioned in this episode: "How To Be An Atheist" by Mitch Stokes (Amazo...
Ep. 25 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.6 – Real Science Is Hard – Part 1
June 24, 2019 07:10 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBWe start a very interesting chapter that looks at what goes into developing a conclusion using the scientific process. Developing theory and hypothesis sounds easy but what goes into it is quite complicated. Again, we see that real science is not a squeaky clean process but a difficult one. The episode link is www.cavetothecross.com/ep25 Books mentioned in this episode: "How To Be An Atheist" by Mitch Stokes (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2DVJmw6). "Quantum: Einstein, Boh...
Ep. 24 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.5 – Photoshopped Science
June 17, 2019 09:29 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBToday's episode is of Chapter 5 of "How To Be An Atheist" by Mitch Stokes (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2DVJmw6). This chapter is kind of two parts. The first part is about the logical positivists coming in the early 20th century and using Hume to try and dismantle philosophy and theology. We look at their work and their beliefs. The second part is looking at science, not through some rose-colored glasses in a sterile environment, but looking at the dirty, nitty-gritty version that scienc...
Ep. 23 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.4 – Science & The Humean Condition
June 10, 2019 09:32 - 37 minutes - 35 MBToday's episode is of Chapter 4 of "How To Be An Atheist" by Mitch Stokes (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2DVJmw6). We look at the road Hume took with his skepticism as it applies to science. Hume end shows that there is no non-circular argument for the reliability of science and fails to answer the question of "why does something happen?" A Humean approach to science, which modern atheists trace back their skepticism back to, fails to allow a consistent view of science they claim to uphold...
Ep. 22 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.3 – Science – Ruining Everything Since 1543
June 03, 2019 09:45 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBToday's episode is of Chapter 3 of "How To Be An Atheist" by Mitch Stokes. Dr. Stokes looks at two prominent scientists that have attempted to create theories that try to explain away both God and philosophy. Stokes looks at Stephen Hawkings and Laurence Krauss' theories of the universe.
Ep. 21 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.2 – The Believing Primate
May 27, 2019 09:07 - 35 minutes - 33.2 MBWe continue with Chapter 2 of "How To Be An Atheist" by Mitch Stokes (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2DVJmw6). Dr. Stokes, invoking David Hume, calls atheists to be better skeptics of what is presented as known truths of the world. Hume is the philosopher that many atheists/new atheists trace back to questioning the existence of God. However, Hume doesn't appear to take his skepticism far enough and atheists of today don't see the implications of what Hume has taken on. Atheists should be s...
Ep. 20 – How To Be An Atheist – Ch.1 – Hume Exhumed
May 20, 2019 08:51 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBDr. Stokes sets the stage for how to be a good skeptical atheist by invoking David Hume. Hume is the philosopher that many atheists/new atheists trace back to questioning the existence of God. However, Hume doesn't appear to take his skepticism far enough and atheists of today don't see the implications of what Hume has taken on.
Ep. 19 – How To Be An Atheist – Introduction
May 13, 2019 09:37 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBIn this book Dr. Stokes challenges everyone to be a sober skeptic. He points out the views that atheists claim to hold are either inconsistent or don't go far enough. He challenges atheists to think more about what they are claiming and if they want to be skeptical - keep going. It is not only a book for atheists but a book for Christians as they look at the other side's worldview and see where the inconsistencies lie - especially when it's wrapped up in the shield of "SCIENCE" and "REASON...
Cave To The Cross Apologetics – Our Second Book Announcement
May 08, 2019 10:06 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBToday we announce what our second book is. To get a copy and help support the show check out the link here - https://amzn.to/2DVJmw6
Ep. 18 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Conclusion
May 06, 2019 09:27 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThe conclusion covers a brief overview of the superiority of the Christian worldview over the naturalistic one. The Christian worldview is the only consistent one that allows for the justification of science, logic, and morality. Even the unbeliever must assume the Christian worldview too.
Ep. 17 – Scott Christensen Interview – What About Free Will?
April 29, 2019 09:30 - 44 minutes - 41 MBWe are excited to welcome author and pastor Scott Christensen to the show as our first interview. Scott has written a great book on the subject of human free will called "What About Free Will? Reconciling Our Choices With God's Sovereignty"
Ep. 16 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Yes Or No – Part 4
April 22, 2019 10:41 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBHas there ever been a just person; Has anyone been justified; Has there ever been a righteous person? (Q366 & Q367 & Q387) Is it okay to take oaths? (Q377) Should Christians pray in public? (Q382) Do Christians sin? (Q399) Is there an unforgivable sin? (Q382) This chapter deals with supposed opposite yes or no answers The Bible presents. However, we will see that contradictions do not abound.
Ep. 15 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Yes Or No – Part 3
April 15, 2019 10:20 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIs God the creator of evil? (Q329) Did Moses see God face to face? (Q331) Is it possible to fall from grace? (Q332) Did Moses fear the king? (Q334) Are we punished for the sins of others? (Q355) Did Jesus know everything? (Q362) To judge or not to judge? (Q364) Patrick and Tony cover the third part Chapter 7 of Dr. Jason Lisle's book, Keeping Faith in the Age of Reason (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2UqI16I). This chapter deals with supposed opposite yes or no answers The Bible presents. Ho...
Ep. 14 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Yes Or No – Part 2
April 08, 2019 10:05 - 33 minutes - 31 MBCan God do anything? (Q305) Is God the author of confusion? (Q308) How did David kill Goliath? (Q309) Did Adam die on the day he ate from the tree of knowledge of good and evil? (Q312) Does God desire animal sacrifices? (Q316) Patrick and Tony cover the second part Chapter 7 of Dr. Jason Lisle's book, Keeping Faith in the Age of Reason (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2UqI16I). This chapter deals with supposed opposite yes or no answers The Bible presents. However, we will see that contradict...
Ep. 13 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Yes Or No – Part 1
April 01, 2019 11:10 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBFor this episode, Patrick and Tony go over just one question as it's a practical way of doing apologetics as a whole. Many people have not heard of presuppositional apologetics when it comes to defending or presenting the Christian faith. However, it is quickly becoming a more popular and helpful approach as we present the world with the truth of the Gospel. We feel like it was important to take the time to go into more detail to this approach and why we find it so compelling. This episode...
Ep. 12 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Difference In Details – Part 3
March 25, 2019 10:08 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBHow did Judas die? (Q228) Is God merciful? (Q239) How much power did Jesus have? (Q258) Can God be found through reason alone? (Q261) What is the Earth set upon? (Q271) What did the sign of Jesus' head say? (Q273) Patrick and Tony cover the second part Chapter 6 of Dr. Jason Lisle's book, Keeping Faith in the Age of Reason (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2UqI16I). This chapter deals with supposed differences in the text of the Bible. Here's where we should see a majority of mistakes/differen...
Ep. 11 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Difference In Details – Part 2
March 18, 2019 10:13 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBDid David sin (clean and righteous)? (Q193) How Should We Treat Our Enemies? (Q204) Has Anyone Ever Ascended Into Heaven? (Q205) Were the men with Paul knocked to the ground; Did Paul see Jesus on the road to Damascus; Did the men with Paul hear the voice? (Q206 & Q251 & Q287) This chapter deals with supposed differences in the text of the Bible. Here's where we should see a majority of mistakes/differences/etc if they exist. But do they?
Ep. 10 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Difference In Details – Part 1
March 11, 2019 08:48 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBDid the city of Ai exit after Joshua destroyed it? (Q157) Does God want some to go to hell? (Q158) Who was to blame for original sin? (Q170) Who appeared to Moses in the burning bush? (Q175) Did God kill all the Egyptian cattle in the sixth plague? (Q179) Did Jesus ask God to save Him from crucifixion? (Q189) Who carried Jesus Cross? (Q192) Patrick and Tony cover Chapter 6 of Dr. Jason Lisle's book, Keeping Faith in the Age of Reason (Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2UqI16I). This chapter dea...
Ep. 09 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Cause & Effect
March 04, 2019 09:48 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBThis chapter deals with supposed differences in the things that come first that supposedly lead to an end result. Was Abraham justified by faith or by works (Q139) Who sent the Holy Ghost (Q146) Who brought evil on Job (Q147) Who raised Jesus from the dead (Q151)
Ep. 08 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Timing Of Events – Part 2
February 25, 2019 08:56 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBThis chapter deals with supposed differences in the timing of certain events in the Bible. At what time of day of Jesus crucified (Q122) What came first - the calling of Peter and Andrew or the imprisonment of John the Baptist (Q124) Was Jesus crucified the day before or the day after the Passover meal (Q133) When did Satan enter Judas (Q135) When did Jesus temple tantrum occur (Q138)
Ep. 07 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Timing Of Events – Part 1
February 18, 2019 07:18 - 25 minutes - 24.1 MBThis chapter deals with supposed differences in the timing of certain events in the Bible. When did the Temple curtain rip (Q114) When did the women (or woman) arrive at the sepulcher (Q115) When did the curse fig tree die & When did Jesus curse the fig tree (Q118 & Q119) When was the Holy Ghost given (Q120)
Ep. 06 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Names, Places, & Genealogies – Part 2
February 11, 2019 10:59 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBThis chapter deals with supposed differences in the different names of people, supposed differences in places, and relations of people in the Bible. From which of David's sons was Jesus descended (Q73) Where did Aaron die? (Q79) Where did John baptize? (Q88) Who was Moses' father-in-law? (Q95) Where did Moses receive the Ten Commandments? (Q100) Where did Moses get water from a rock? (Q104)
Ep. 05 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Names, Places, & Genealogies – Part 1
February 04, 2019 09:16 - 20 minutes - 19.6 MBThis chapter deals with supposed differences in the different names of people, supposed difference in places, and relations of people in the Bible. Among the questions are: Was Abiathar the father or son of Ahimelech? (Q55) Who was Achan's father? (Q58) What were the names of the Apostles? (Q63) Who named Beersheba? (Q65) Where did Joseph and Mary live before the birth of Jesus? (Q66) Where did Jesus cure the blind man? (Q70)
Ep. 04 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Quantitative Differences – Part 2
January 28, 2019 08:07 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThis chapter deals with supposed differences in the number of things (objects, people, horses, etc.). Among the questions are: How many were in Jacob's family when they came into Egypt? (Q28) What is the human life span? (Q32) How old was Abraham when he left Haran? (Q36) Was Jesus a ransom for many or for all? (Q42)
Ep. 03 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Quantitative Differences – Part 1
January 21, 2019 07:36 - 34 minutes - 32 MBThis chapter deals with supposed differences in the number of things (objects, people, horses, etc.). Among the questions are: How Did Jesus say before the cock crows or before the cock crows twice? (Q16) How many years of famine were there? (Q20) How long was the Ark afloat? (Q21) How many God/gods are there? (Q24)
Ep. 02 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Introduction – Part 2
January 14, 2019 08:08 - 23 minutes - 22.4 MBPatrick & Tony continue to cover the Introduction to Dr. Jason Lisle's book, Keeping Faith in the Age of Reason
Ep. 01 – Keeping Faith In An Age Of Reason – Introduction – Part 1
January 14, 2019 07:54 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBDr. Lisle's book covers 420 different alleged Bible contradictions in a nice referenced guide book. The series will go over the way Dr. Lisle approaches different types of objections and expand upon certain ones throughout the book.