
 Parker's Pensées
 Parker's Pensées  Ep. 211 - Is God a Vindictive Bully or Nah? w/Dr. Paul Copan
 Dec 29, 2022 
 Dr. Paul Copan, a professor and author renowned for his work in Christian apologetics, joins the conversation to tackle the complexities of God's character. They explore the contradictions between the Old and New Testaments, shedding light on Marcionism and its implications. Ethical challenges in biblical narratives are dissected, as well as the role of apologetics in shaping modern understandings of morality. The duo also examines Christ's dual nature of kindness and severity, urging listeners to engage with challenging texts thoughtfully. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Exploring Ethical Challenges in the Old Testament 
 02:33 • 4min 
 Apologetics and Ethical Challenges in Scripture 
 06:55 • 17min 
 Understanding Marcionism and Testament Relations 
 24:11 • 10min 
 God's Dual Nature and Moral Intuition 
 34:34 • 29min 
 The Dual Nature of Kindness and Severity in Christ 
 01:03:11 • 2min 
 Exploring Theological Themes in Scripture 
 01:04:51 • 2min 
