#STRask How Would You Convince Someone That Evil Exists?
Nov 17, 2025
The discussion dives into how to convince skeptics that evil exists and the implications of objective morality. Concrete examples of wrongdoing are highlighted to challenge moral denial. The tension between divine sovereignty and human free will is explored, especially regarding the murder of Charlie Kirk. The hosts clarify that while God has a plan, this does not absolve individuals of their evil actions. Biblical references illustrate how God can bring about good from immoral acts, emphasizing divine intentions versus human choices.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Denying Evil Undermines Moral Objectivity
- Greg Koukl argues denying evil implies denying objective morality because moral judgments point to truths outside our minds.
- He compares moral perception to seeing grass is green to show evil is an obvious feature of reality.
Test Beliefs With Clear Case Examples
- Use clear, vivid examples of brutality to test someone's denial of evil and force admission of moral facts.
- Then, when they make moral claims elsewhere, gently expose the inconsistency to show they rely on objective morality.
Expose Relativism By Clarifying 'Wrong' Versus 'Dislike'
- When a relativist criticizes an action, ask them to clarify if they mean "wrong" or "disliked" to reveal incoherence.
- Press them to explain why you should care about their preferences if morality is subjective.
