The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson #276 - Kyle Thompson // Mere Christianity: The Trilemma
Jan 21, 2026
C.S. Lewis’s trilemma takes center stage as the hosts examine the implications of Jesus’ identity. They challenge the label of 'great moral teacher,' arguing that Jesus must be considered a liar, lunatic, or Lord. The discussion dives deep into John 10, highlighting the unity of Jesus with the Father. The idea of abundant life is redefined, stressing eternal union over material prosperity. Ultimately, listeners are urged to move from mere admiration of Jesus to a true allegiance, risking it all for faith.
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The Trilemma Forces A Choice
- C.S. Lewis's trilemma forces you to choose: liar, lunatic, or Lord regarding Jesus' claims.
- You cannot honestly call Jesus merely a great moral teacher while accepting his divine claims.
Admiration Without Allegiance Is Incoherent
- Trying to admire Jesus while denying his claims leads to intellectual inconsistency.
- If he wasn't God but taught as he did, he must be either lying or deluded.
Abundant Life Means Union With The Father
- John 10 reframes 'abundant life' as union with the Father, not temporal prosperity.
- Jesus promises eternal, continuous connection to the Father as true abundant life.
