The Sean McDowell Show 12 Tough Qs on God and the Bible
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Feb 13, 2024 Explore tough questions about God, evil, Bible relevance, and science vs. faith. Delve into the origins of God and the universe, need for personal change, and judgment for those who haven't heard the gospel. Consider theological perspectives on animals in heaven, explore the multiverse and intelligent design, and navigate singleness and marriage with biblical wisdom. Redefine strength in Christianity with a focus on vulnerability and love over power.
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Listen First, Answer Later
- Ask questions and listen first to discover the real issue behind someone's difficult question.
- Answer with gentleness and respect, and trust there is an answer if you're willing to seek it.
Evil Depends On An Objective Good
- Evil is parasitic on good and makes sense only if an objective standard of good exists.
- The existence of moral standards points toward a God as the grounding for objective good.
Father Damien's Radical Solidarity
- Father Damien lived among lepers and eventually contracted leprosy to show solidarity and sacrificial love.
- McDowell uses this story to illustrate that Christianity uniquely presents a God who suffers with us and redeems pain.