Dr. Craig discusses Molinism and universal salvation, delves into the complexity of divine foreknowledge, compares Calvinism and Molinism's views on the problem of evil, and explores the relationship between God's creation and human free will.
William Lane Craig offers valuable free resources on Jesus' resurrection, highlighting scholarly importance and encouraging support.
Craig discusses the limitations of middle knowledge in achieving universal salvation, emphasizing the complexity of free choices.
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Offer of Free Premium Books on Resurrection Evidence
William Lane Craig announces the spring campaign offering two books examining the New Testament evidence for Jesus' resurrection for free to strategic partners. These books were previously highly priced but are now available with a sustaining monthly gift. Craig emphasizes the significance of these scholarly works on the historicity of Jesus' resurrection and encourages participation in the campaign.
Middle Knowledge and Feasibility of Universal Salvation
A listener queries Craig regarding whether God, through middle knowledge, could create a world where everyone is saved. Craig explains that while theoretically possible, it may not be feasible for God due to factors beyond middle knowledge's scope. He addresses the misunderstanding that an infinite number of feasible worlds would lead to universal salvation, emphasizing that free choices in feasible worlds may not necessarily align with universal salvation.
God's Sovereignty, Evil, and Human Free Will
An individual questions Craig on God's sovereignty vis-à-vis human free will and moral evil. Craig distinguishes between natural and moral evil, asserting that the Scriptures indicate God's aversion to human sin. He counters the charge of God determining evil by highlighting human capacity to resist God's will. Craig presents a nuanced view on God's role in creation and human free will, aligning with a theory of providence based on God's middle knowledge.