In the Arena: The Debates and Lectures of William Lane Craig

Garrett Hardin, an ecologist and philosopher known for his work on population and ethics, debates William Lane Craig on the clash between Christianity and scientific naturalism. They discuss the limits of science in proving metaphysical claims, examine Hardin's skepticism about God's existence, and explore the implications of objective morality. The conversation deepens with audience questions about abortion, scripture, and the afterlife, highlighting challenges to fine-tuning arguments and the concept of God. Hardin's agnostic perspective adds a thought-provoking layer to the discourse.

Dr. Craig discusses the first two volumes of his systematic philosophical theology.

Dr.Craig discusses the existence, nature, and attributes of God.

Dr. Craig dives into the depths of philosophy, tackling questions about God, the Trinity, and the nature of time. Engaging discussions highlight the complexities of systematic theology and scriptural interpretation. The interplay between free will and divine presence sheds light on moral truths and the transformative beauty of heaven. Atheism's relationship with nihilism sparks intriguing debates, while deductive arguments for God's existence are examined through the lens of recent scientific critiques. Contemporary creationism in evangelical circles also adds to the conversation.

Delve into compelling discussions about the existence of God, exploring historical shifts in philosophy. The podcast tackles the resurgence of metaphysics and critiques new atheism's arguments. Listeners will discover intriguing philosophical and scientific perspectives, including the teleological and ontological arguments. The Kalam cosmological argument is examined alongside the intersections of mathematics and logic. The legacy of verificationism, diverse interpretations of God, and the importance of effective communication of faith complete this thought-provoking journey.

Dr. Craig discusses Catholic and Protestant issues with Trent Horn.

Dr. Craig joings Dr. Peter Enns to discuss differing views on the historicity of Adam and Eve.

The discussion presents a provocative view of Hell as not a place of torment but as eternal separation from God. It dives into objective morality, linking it to the existence of God and life’s meaning. The dialogue explores sin and suffering, advocating for Christ's sacrifice while revealing Christianity's role in modern science. It emphasizes the importance of contextual scripture interpretation and free will in moral choices, suggesting our decisions shape our eternal destiny.

Dr. Craig discusses the writing of his multi-volume Systematic Philosophical Theology.

Dr. Craig responds to agnostic scholar Bart Ehrman on the New Testament evidence for the resurrection oF Jesus.