Episode # 127 Defending The Gospel Today Part 13 (Q&A Part 2)

Watley's "Historic Doubts Relative to Napoleon Bonaparte" is a satirical work that uses historical skepticism to question the existence of Napoleon. By applying rigorous standards of evidence to the historical accounts of Napoleon's life, Watley highlights the subjective nature of historical narratives. The book serves as a clever critique of historical methodology and the challenges of establishing certainty in historical accounts. It's a thought-provoking piece that encourages readers to critically examine historical claims and consider the limitations of historical evidence. Watley's work remains relevant today, prompting discussions about the reliability of historical sources and the construction of historical narratives.

In 'Miracles', C.S. Lewis argues that miracles are not statistically anomalous events but rather 'an interference with Nature by supernatural power'. He challenges rationalists and naturalists by presenting a case for the possibility of miracles, defining them as events that do not break the laws of nature but rather operate outside of them. Lewis does not attempt to prove the historical accuracy of Christian miracles but instead lays a philosophical foundation for understanding and accepting the possibility of miracles. The book is a significant work in Christian apologetics, using lucid exposition and illuminating metaphors to make its case.