Reasonable Faith Podcast Question of the Week #902: Can an Agnostic Be a Christian?
Sep 13, 2024
Explore the journey of faith and doubt as a devout upbringing clashes with agnosticism. Delve into the struggle of balancing faith and reason, inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. Reflect on the teachings of C.S. Lewis while navigating the complexities of belief. Discover whether it’s possible to embrace both agnosticism and Christianity, as the discussion highlights influential figures who navigate this delicate balance. This thought-provoking conversation encourages listeners to rethink their understanding of faith.
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Agnostic Christians
- Prominent Christians like Søren Kierkegaard and Karl Barth held agnostic views.
- They didn't believe Christian faith could be fully justified by rational arguments alone.
Justifying Faith
- Saving faith implies belief, but not necessarily through rational, argument-based justification.
- Other valid justifications for belief exist beyond evidentialism.
Beyond Evidentialism
- Explore alternative justifications like phenomenal conservatism and pragmatic justification.
- Don't solely rely on arguments to validate your belief.