Pints With Aquinas DEBATE: God's Existence - Trent Horn Vs. Alex O'Connor
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Aug 1, 2020 
Trent Horn, a staff apologist at Catholic Answers, brings extensive theological knowledge, while Alex O'Connor, a philosophy student from Oxford, adds a fresh perspective. They engage in a riveting debate on God's existence, diving into causality, morality, and suffering. The discussion explores the principle of sufficient reason, free will, and ethical dilemmas surrounding animal suffering versus human worth. They tackle complex questions about consciousness and the nature of divine goodness, challenging listeners to reflect on their own beliefs.
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Alex's Catholic Background
- Alex O'Connor was baptized, took communion, and was confirmed Catholic.
- He even served briefly as an altar boy before abandoning his faith.
Animal Suffering: A Major Problem for Theism
- The problem of animal suffering is a significant obstacle to Christian theism.
- It prevents Alex O'Connor from taking theism seriously.
The Precise Amount of Suffering
- If a loving God allows suffering for a reason, the amount of suffering should be the exact amount necessary.
- Any more or less suffering would imply unnecessary or insufficient suffering.
