The Atheist Experience The Atheist Experience 29.52 Top 5 Calls of All Time Special
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Dec 29, 2025 In this engaging discussion, callers Tara, Brandon, and 'see-as' present vibrant Christian perspectives, diving into theological debates on faith, revelation, and biblical interpretation. Tara argues for the selective nature of divine revelation while facing questions about its justification. Brandon challenges the hosts with evidence from scripture and prophecy, sparking a debate about historical reliability. The conversation pushes into cosmological arguments and the limits of faith, contrasting personal experiences against independent evidence. It's a captivating exploration of belief and skepticism.
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Faith Alone Is Unreliable
- Matt Dillahunty argues that faith without evidence is not a reliable pathway to truth and can justify contradictory beliefs.
- He insists belief requires good reasons and that revelation to some doesn't justify others' faith.
Many Interpretations Undermine Authority
- Matt challenges symbolic interpretations when texts contain supernatural claims like talking serpents and magical trees.
- He highlights that multiple interpretations weaken a text's claim to clear divine authority.
Give Defensible Reasons For Faith
- Matt says believers should provide reasons for their faith, per 1 Peter 3:15, rather than appeal solely to personal conviction.
- He urges callers to offer justifications they can defend and revise if shown flawed.