I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST
Faith Examined | with Professor Clark Bates
Nov 17, 2023
The podcast features an interview with Professor Clark Bates, editor of the book 'Faith Examined', which was created in honor of CrossExamined. They discuss the contributors and key points of the book, as well as the 'Jesus Hermeneutic' popular among progressive Christians. The reliability of Scripture and the honor it brings to supporters of CrossExamined are also explored. Other topics covered include abiogenesis, predestination and Calvinism, and the importance of apologetics in parenting.
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- The chapter highlights that historical details and archaeological discoveries support the Bible's reliability, challenging objections based on naturalism.
- The gospel authors' exceptional level of detail and inclusion of miraculous events indicate their authenticity and credibility, strengthening the reliability of the New Testament.
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The Importance of Trusting the Bible
This chapter in the book 'Faith Examined' explores the question of the Bible's reliability. It emphasizes that the real question behind this inquiry is whether the Bible can be a trustworthy guide for one's life. The author highlights that historical details and archaeological discoveries support the Bible's reliability. However, the primary objection to the Bible's trustworthiness stems from the presupposition of naturalism rather than the evidence itself. The chapter emphasizes that the New Testament authors' attention to historical detail, coupled with their invention of unique and unexpected concepts such as the resurrection, indicates their authenticity and credibility.
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