Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast Is the A-Theory vs. B-Theory of Time a False Dichotomy?
Oct 18, 2024
Dive into a thought-provoking discussion about whether the A-theory and B-theory of time is a false dichotomy, particularly in relation to God's nature. Explore why Jesus had to suffer before his death and uncover the biblical basis for atonement. The complexities of gender dysphoria are examined, comparing its societal acceptance to issues like anorexia. Finally, the podcast challenges listeners to consider how to verify their faith objectively, ensuring they haven't fallen into self-delusion.
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Understanding A-Theory vs B-Theory
- The A-theory of time supports temporal becoming and aligns with our common sense experience of past, present, and future.
- The B-theory sees all events as equally real in a 'block' without temporal becoming, like reading a book.
God's Temporality and Time Theories
- There is no middle option between temporal becoming (A-theory) and no temporal becoming (B-theory); the dichotomy is logically exhaustive.
- Scripture suggests God acts temporally, indicating the A-theory better fits God's nature than the B-theory.
Gender Dysphoria vs Gender Fad
- Genuine gender dysphoria is a rare condition tied to a binary understanding of sex and gender.
- The recent proliferation of multiple gender identities appears to be a social contagion or fad rather than biological reality.