
How Free Will Conflicts with Atheism (Dr. Tim Stratton)
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Free Will and the Mad Scientist
This chapter explores the philosophical tensions between free will, belief, and atheism through a thought experiment involving a mad scientist who manipulates a person's beliefs. The discussion includes the paradox of self-awareness in the face of determinism and evaluates the implications of atheism on rational thought and existence. Ultimately, the chapter argues for the necessity of acknowledging an immaterial soul to affirm free will, challenging naturalism and aligning philosophical insights with biblical teachings.
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