Apologia Radio 509. Refuting Atheist Alex O’Connor W/James White
Jan 31, 2025
The hosts tackle the tension between faith and skepticism, stressing the importance of truth. They analyze Alex O'Connor's controversial views on biblical texts and discuss legislative efforts for human rights in the U.S. The complexities of textual criticism are explored, including the Dead Sea Scrolls' role in shaping interpretations. The divine nature of Jesus is examined through scriptures and early writings. They also critique atheism’s stance on morality and suffering, contrasting it with traditional Christian beliefs. Finally, they address listeners’ comments and engage in a theological Q&A.
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Christian Awareness
- Many Christians are unaware of the Bible's transmission throughout history.
- This lack of knowledge can make them vulnerable to challenges about copyist errors and textual variations.
Isaiah Scroll Debate
- In a 2009 debate with Bart Ehrman, a question about the Isaiah scroll prompted a predictable response.
- Ehrman countered by pointing to variations in the Jeremiah scroll, highlighting differences in Old Testament texts.