The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast

How the Moral Evidence in the Universe Points to the Existence of God

Aug 6, 2025
Dive into the compelling discussion about moral evidence in the universe. Explore how the existence of objective moral truths suggests a higher moral authority. The dialogue contrasts universal moral laws with cultural relativism, raising questions about evil and suffering in connection to a divine presence. A thought-provoking examination of life, morality, and the philosophical implications of injustice offers fresh perspectives on the human experience. Can the concepts of good and evil lead us to affirm the existence of a cosmic creator?
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Hierarchy of Moral Laws

  • Moral laws exist in a hierarchy from personal codes to international laws and beyond.
  • There must be a transcendent personal moral standard above all human laws.
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Moral Obligations to Persons

  • Moral obligations are only to persons, not impersonal forces or laws.
  • The transcendent moral standard must be a personal being, not a force or law.
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Limits of Naturalistic Morality

  • Objective moral truths cannot be explained by culture or genetics alone.
  • Attempts to explain morality purely from inside the universe fail, supporting a transcendent moral source.
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