Why Do You Believe?

Join us for this dialog on apologetic method with our friends from the "T.A.G. You're It" podcast. All four participants agree that inerrancy is both true and extremely important. However, they defend inerrancy, and Christianity, in very different ways. Is classical or presuppositional apologetics the correct way to defend the truthfulness of Christianity? This was a fun and lively intramural dialog!

David Joiner and J. Warner Wallace join Eric Gustafson virtually to discuss how we can better minister to our youth and answer the honest questions that they have today.

Faced with the COVID-19 Pandemic, how should the church respond? Adam Tucker and Dr. Richard Land discussed this on our first live-streamed podcast!

Today we have a chat with SES alum, Dr. Derwin L. Gray, on how his experience at SES has helped shaped his ministry, as well as looking at how the current COVID-19 Pandemic affects us in our ability to minister. Dr. Gray also shares some memories of his mentor Dr. Norman Geisler.

Jill Graham, an alumna of Southern Evangelical Seminary and a speaker on Christian apologetics, dives into the struggle of faith amidst suffering in her insightful talk. She explores the complexities of believing in a benevolent God during personal and collective hardships, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through personal stories and philosophical reflection, Jill addresses the coexistence of free will and evil, critiques common platitudes about suffering, and emphasizes the healing power of encounters with God and community support.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Dr. Fazale Rana, a biochemist and VP of Reasons to Believe, and Dr. John Sanford, a geneticist and President of Feed My Sheep Foundation, delve into the complex relationship between faith and science. They explore whether it's scientific understanding that leads to deconversion, analyze the dynamics of evolution versus creationism, and advocate for respectful dialogue within the church. The duo emphasizes that faith and science can coexist and encourages listeners to reconsider the implications of modern science on belief.

In this discussion, astronomer Hugh Ross dives into the interplay of science and faith, challenging the notion that a strong grasp of science must lead to a loss of belief. He shares insights on human origins and the compatibility of evolutionary theories with biblical narratives. The conversation highlights misconceptions around human anatomy and whale evolution, and offers thoughtful critiques of how we approach science in relation to faith. Ross emphasizes the importance of diverse knowledge and respectful dialogue in this ongoing exploration.

Dr. Chris Toumey, a Research Associate Professor and nanotechnology expert, dives into the fascinating world of nanotech and its implications for the future. He shares insights on how public perceptions, often influenced by science fiction, shape our understanding of nanotechnology's potential and risks in medicine and materials science. The discussion also touches on the evangelical community's engagement with emerging technologies, emphasizing the need for ethical considerations and interdenominational dialogue to address the challenges posed by innovations like synthetic biology.

Dr. Brian Huffling, an expert in God, morality, and evil from Southern Evangelical Seminary, delves into profound questions about God's moral nature. He explores the implications of viewing God as a non-moral being and its philosophical challenges, including the problem of evil. The discussion covers classical versus contemporary understandings of God's attributes and critiques common misconceptions in atheistic arguments. Huffling also examines divine justice through the lens of the biblical story of Job, complicating traditional views on suffering and sin.

This week we share another conference talk from the 2019 National Conference.