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Reasonable Faith Podcast

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Reasonable Faith is a conversational program dealing with the most important apologetic questions of our day.

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Episodes

Neil deGrasse Tyson on God Part 1

January 19, 2015 02:25 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson's influence on pop culture is evident in this recent interview on God and science. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Exploring Meaning and Nothingness

January 12, 2015 15:11 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MB

Dr. Craig interacts with a speech by science and philosophy writer Jim Holt on the most sublime questions ever asked. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Euthyphro Dilemma Once Again

January 05, 2015 02:35 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MB

Dr. Craig answers questions on this ancient problem that continues to stir debate! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Confessions of a Former Atheist

December 29, 2014 02:21 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MB

Former atheist Peter Byrom talks about how faith and reason brought him back to Christ. And, listen to an hilarious parody from Mike Burnette! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Questions on Intrinsic Defeaters, Necessary Beings, and Inspiration

December 22, 2014 02:39 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

What is meant by 'intrinsic defeaters"? Do they stop all conversations? What about Necessary Beings? And, what is a Molinist perspective on Inspiration of Scripture? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Questions on Greatest Being Theology, Certainty, and the Moral Argument

December 15, 2014 02:11 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

Dr. Craig answers follow-up questions to some recent Questions of the Week Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Timeless Questions About Time

December 08, 2014 17:37 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MB

Dr. Craig receives some common questions about the nature of time and it's relationship to God Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Is the Watchmaker Argument Still Valid?

December 01, 2014 02:56 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MB

Some say William Paley's famous "Watchmaker" argument has been refuted. But has it? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Topics in Defenders Class

November 24, 2014 03:05 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MB

Dr. Craig discusses the hot topics covered in his recent Defenders class. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Does Evolution Explain Religious Belief? (Part 2)

November 17, 2014 02:12 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB

Dr. Craig continues his commentary on a New York Times interview with two prominent philosophers on God and science. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Does Evolution Explain Religious Belief? (Part 1)

November 10, 2014 02:29 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MB

Dr. Craig reviews a New York Times interview between philosophers Michael Ruse and Gary Gutting on science and God. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The End of the Discovery of Physics

November 03, 2014 02:23 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MB

Dr. Craig comments on an interview with George Ellis in Scientific American in which Ellis declares we may have reached the end of what we can discover in physics Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The End of Philosophy of Religion

October 27, 2014 02:45 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MB

Many are calling for the elimination of Philosophy of Religion departments at universities. Agnostic philosopher Paul Draper offers insights. What is Philosophy of Religion?" by Paul Draper http://philosophyofreligion.org/?p=14582#more-14582 Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The End of the Universe

October 20, 2014 02:45 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MB

Stephen Hawking says the "God Particle" could destroy the universe! Is this the end? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Mutant Christianity

October 13, 2014 02:30 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB

Dr. Craig looks at trends indicating a distortion of biblical Christianity among young people and offers some solutions. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

False Claims in the Popular Press

October 06, 2014 02:18 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MB

Dr. Craig exposes sensationalistic claims about the historical Jesus making the rounds in popular media. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Death of Victor Stenger

September 29, 2014 02:38 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MB

Dr. Craig discusses two debates he had with the late Dr, Victor Stenger which included the concept of 'nothing', the Ontological Argument, multiple universes, and evidence for God. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

What’s New With ‘The WLC’

September 21, 2014 15:01 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB

A new radio venture, book, and Alvin Plantinga's arguments are on the caldendar for Reasonable Faith! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Questions on the Sources for the Resurrection

September 15, 2014 02:38 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB

What New Testament sources are there for the resurrection and what does it mean that the majority of scholars affirm certain facts about Jesus? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Questions on Time and Scary Monsters

September 08, 2014 02:28 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

Dr. Craig fields questions on God and time and an ontological argument on the "scariest possible monster"! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Conflict Between Science and Philosophy

September 01, 2014 03:33 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

A noticeable dismissal of philosophy among popular scientists has been seen lately. Non-theist Massimo Pigliucci takes Neil deGrasse Tyson to task on this. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Craig Evans vs. Bart Ehrman

August 25, 2014 03:29 - 22 minutes - 31 MB

Dr. Craig offers perspective on an article discussing a major flaw in Ehrman's criticism of the Bible Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Answering Critics of the Inner Witness of the Spirit

August 18, 2014 02:41 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MB

An atheist philosopher criticizes the validity of the witness of the Holy Spirit in the heart of believers Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Reasons Youth Are Leaving Church

August 11, 2014 03:31 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MB

Dr. Craig examines six reasons cited as why today's young people are leaving churches Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Top 10 Debate Topics

August 04, 2014 03:02 - 27 minutes - 38 MB

Dr. Craig looks at ten topics that theists and non-theists are discussing these days Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Two Arguments Against God

July 28, 2014 02:46 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MB

If God is perfect, why would He create anything else? How would we know whether God is lying to us for our own good? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Establishing the Crucifixion of Jesus

July 21, 2014 03:27 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

To what extent must we establish the crucifixion before examining the evidence for the resurrection? Dr. Craig interacts with blogs and Bart Ehrman. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Is Mormonism in Decline?

July 14, 2014 03:19 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MB

Some reports say Mormons are leaving their church in record numbers! But Dr. Craig gets to the heart of the matter! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

How to Debate a Christian Apologist Part 2

July 07, 2014 03:25 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MB

Dr. Craig continues to examine common debate topics like 'getting something from nothing', 'Pascal's Wager', and the problem of non-belief Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

How to Debate a Christian Apologist

June 30, 2014 03:33 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MB

Atheist physicist Dr. Victor Stenger lists items the non-theist will encounter in a debate with theists and how to respond Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Problem With Christian Apologetics

June 23, 2014 03:14 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MB

The new movie God's Not Dead draws criticism on the use of reason and apologetics from a Brooklyn Bishop. Dr. Craig offers some correction Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Questions From Facebook

June 16, 2014 03:46 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

Sometimes we'll ask for questions from our Facebook friends for our podcasts. Today's questions include, "Does Molinism allow a person to boast?", and , "Does Evolution require an A-Theory of time? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Defenders!

June 09, 2014 03:09 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MB

Every church should have a class like this! Dr. Craig's 'Defenders' class gets to the meat of the Christian life and worldview. Now, there's breaking news concerning the class! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Have Christians Missed This Fact?

June 02, 2014 03:09 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

A writer says Christians have missed an important fact. Dr. Craig checks it out. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The End of Apologetics Part 2

May 26, 2014 03:37 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

Dr. Craig continues his thoughts on a recent book that is critical of Dr. Craig's philosophy and apologetics ministry Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The End of Apologetics Part 1

May 19, 2014 03:02 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MB

A recent award-winning book declares 'The End of Apologetics'. It critiques Dr. Craig in particular. What is Dr. Craig's response? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Gospel of Doubt

May 12, 2014 02:59 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MB

There is an organized effort to get churches to embrace doubt. Why? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Molinism and Infallibility

May 05, 2014 03:27 - 18 minutes - 26.1 MB

Does Dr. Craig's views on Molinism imply that God is somehow dependent on our free choices? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

How a French Atheist Became a Christian Theologian

April 28, 2014 22:35 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MB

What changed the mind of an ardent atheist? In one way, this story resembles Dr. Craig's own testimony! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

God and Math

April 21, 2014 02:30 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MB

Dr. Craig receives questions concerning the amazing mathematical structure of the universe. Is this an argument for God? Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

A Manual For Creating Atheists

April 14, 2014 02:40 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MB

An aggressive philosophy professor would like to talk you out of your faith! Dr. Craig is all ears! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Definition That Will Not Die!

April 07, 2014 03:14 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MB

Once again, the faulty definition of Atheism is addressed by Dr. Craig. But atheist philosophers are becoming vocal about their agreement with Dr. Craig's definition! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

A Question From India on God’s Personhood

March 31, 2014 02:29 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MB

An Indian Christian asks Dr. Craig to help him show his Hindu friends and family that God is personal Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Danger of Trying On Atheism

March 24, 2014 02:30 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MB

A pastor decides to 'live as an atheist' for one year in the attempt to sort out anguishing questions. Dr. Craig has plenty to say about this methodology! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

Is the Kalam Cosmological Argument Circular?

March 17, 2014 02:28 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MB

An often-cited objection against the Kalam Cosmological Argument is answered by Dr. Craig. Also, a preview of upcoming podcasts! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Real Consequences of Atheism

March 10, 2014 02:45 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MB

An atheist blogger gets brutally honest about his view and tells other atheists to quit fooling themselves! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

A Mistaken View of Love

March 03, 2014 03:18 - 11 minutes - 16 MB

Do we have a faulty, immature view of love devoid of emotion and compassion? Dr. Craig offers some correctives that could be life-changing! Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Atheist Dentist

February 24, 2014 02:22 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MB

An interesting video concerning an atheist dentist and his theist patient got Dr. Craig's attention. He offers his thoughts. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

The Revival of Cosmos

February 17, 2014 03:23 - 31 minutes - 43 MB

Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is the host of the new Cosmos television series, based on Carl Sagan's original program. Dr. Craig interacts with an interview with Tyson on this new prime-time series and the philosophical direction it seems to be taking. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

A Highly Anticipated Debate

February 10, 2014 03:26 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MB

Dr. Craig discusses an upcoming debate with well-known cosmologist Sean Carroll on God and Cosmology. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.