The Sean McDowell Show Debating Miracles: A Christian-Atheist Dialogue about the Supernatural
Aug 5, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Paul Rinzler, an atheist professor known for his thoughtful debates on the supernatural, challenges traditional views on miracles. They discuss whether miracles exist today and the implications of events like the resurrection of Jesus. The dialogue explores how meaning can be derived without divine intervention and navigates the emotional weight of unanswered prayers. Rinzler and his host advocate for respectful discourse, enriching the conversation around belief, skepticism, and the profound nature of human experience.
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High Burden for Miracles
- The burden of proof for miracles is extremely high because miracles violate well-established natural laws.
- Proof of God’s existence is necessary to weaken natural laws’ authority and support miraculous claims.
Widespread Supernatural Belief
- Most people worldwide, educated or not, believe in the supernatural or miracles.
- This widespread belief challenges the notion that higher education eliminates supernatural beliefs.
Sudden Sense of Connection
- Paul Rinzler once felt a sudden overwhelming sense that everything was connected, despite his skepticism.
- He attributes it likely to brain chemistry but found it a profound moment.
