Podcasts about cosmological arguments

Episode Summary:In this episode of the Apologetics 315 podcast, hosts Brian Auten and Chad Gross discuss the book “Rational Faith” by Stephen T. Davis. They explore the unique approach Davis takes in defending Christianity, emphasizing humility in apologetics and the rational basis for faith. The conversation covers various themes including theistic evolution, the reliability of the Gospels, and arguments for the resurrection of Jesus. The hosts appreciate Davis's ability to present complex ideas in an accessible manner, making a case for Christianity that is both thoughtful and engaging.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:48 Overview of “Rational Faith” by Stephen T. Davis02:59 Unique Approach to Apologetics06:10 Humility in Apologetics09:01 Theistic Evolution and Christianity11:56 Faith and Reason in Christianity15:05 Cosmological Arguments for God's Existence17:52 The Reliability of the Gospels21:03 The Resurrection of Jesus34:42 Conclusion and Future Discussions================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

In this episode Matthew picks apart an episode of the Apologetics 365 podcast from May 2022. See links at 1, where Brian Auten & Chad Gross discuss five arguments they think every Christian should know. While Matthew explains why they are bullshit and they should not convince you to take Christianity seriously. The arguments covered are: Cosmological Arguments, Design Arguments, Moral Arguments, Resurrection Arguments, New Testament Arguments and the Argument Against Religious Pluralism. 1) original podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/076-five-arguments-christians-should-know/id351907712?i=1000564478893 https://apologetics315.com/2022/05/apologetics-315-podcast-076-five-arguments-christians-should-know/ 2) Religious pluralism https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religious_pluralism 3) The Kalam Cosmological Argument https://www.philosophyofreligion.uk/theistic-proofs/the-cosmological-argument/the-kalam-cosmological-argument/ 4) Skydivephil video on the Kalam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGKe6YzHiME 5) The Reliability of the New Testament https://www.historicalbiblesociety.org/reliability-of-new-testament/ 6) The Bible is not a reliable historical source https://religions.wiki/index.php/The_Bible_is_not_a_reliable_historical_source 7) Moral Law https://www.namb.net/apologetics/resource/evidence-for-god-the-moral-argument/ https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/an-introduction-to-ethics/moral-law/AF16C2CE2AD534DF2502647E26287FA8# 8) Fine tuned arguments https://phys.org/news/2021-11-universe-fine-tuned-life.html https://www.universetoday.com/153083/is-the-universe-fine-tuned-for-life/ https://theconversation.com/peer-review-the-fallacy-of-fine-tuning-2540 9) 12 reasons you can trust the New Testament manuscripts https://crossexamined.org/12-reasons-to-trust-the-new-testament/ To contact us, email: reasonpress@gmail.com our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reasonpress2901 Our Theme Music was written for us by Holly, to support her and to purchase her music use the links below: https://hollykirstensongs.com/ https://hollykirsten.bandcamp.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/still-unbelievable/message

Kalam argument. Did the universe begin? What about a cyclical universe?

Cosmological Arguments is a large category of arguments in natural theology. Zac and I discuss different types of cosmological arguments and how they help in developing the case for the existence of God. Some of these include the Kalam cosmological argument and the contingency arguments.-------------------------- Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosophy: https://bit.ly/philforall Gaming: https://bit.ly/zarathustragames Education: https://bit.ly/joshyen Football: https://bit.ly/footballopinions Buisness: https://bit.ly/logosedu -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophyforall

Cosmological arguments are important in the philosophy of religion. Ranging from Aquinas' contingency argument to Craig's Kalam argument and more, they have played a significant role in the development and understanding of religion. This free introductory lecture covers the key aspects that one needs to know about cosmological arguments. Feel free to ask questions in the comments below, I will try my best to answer all of them. Once again, thanks a lot to Zac  @Adherent Apologetics for coming along and making this video with me!-------------------------- Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosophy: https://bit.ly/philforall Gaming: https://bit.ly/zarathustragames Education: https://bit.ly/joshyen Football: https://bit.ly/footballopinions Buisness: https://bit.ly/logosedu -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophyforall

A cosmological argument is any argument that uses the existence of the world to infer the existence of God. In this episode, we examine two of the three best-known and debated cosmological arguments: Aquinas' argument from change, and Liebnitz' argument from contingency. Aquinas sees God as the force that pushes the universe forward, allowing concrete objects to change from potential to actual. Liebnitz asks the question, “Why is there something instead of nothing?” and concludes that God must be fundamental and necessary, since the universe cannot be.LinksVisit our website: https://www.wellreadchristian.comCheck our our blog: https://www.wellreadchristian.com/blogFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellreadchristianInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellreadchristianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGxz4OH1-hVD0fL9AWR4Xg

We sit down with leading analytic philosopher of religion Prof. Josh Rasmussen to discuss Leibnizian cosmological arguments. We also bring on a special guest, Logos, to facilitate a dialogue with Prof. Rasmussen as we all journey together to explore the very cutting edge of this important debate. This dialogue pushes the dialectic forward in ways that can benefit both theists and atheists. You can follow Prof. Josh Rasmussen's work at: https://joshualrasmussen.com/ Be sure to check out Prof. Rasmussen's magisterial work Necessary Existence: https://oxford.universitypressscholarship.com/view/10.1093/oso/9780198746898.001.0001/oso-9780198746898 You can find Logos's work on his blog, which provides some context for the discussion. See his posts on Leibnizian cosmological arguments below. Part I: https://logosreviews.wixsite.com/theist-reviews-apolo/post/thoughts-on-the-leibnizian-cosmological-argument-part-1 Part II: https://logosreviews.wixsite.com/theist-reviews-apolo/post/my-thoughts-on-the-leibnizian-cosmological-argument-part-2

This episode introduces and briefly explains several cosmological arguments for God's existence.

You've all heard of contingency arguments, why believe the universe is contingent?In this video, I am joined with a good friend of mine Zac to discuss why we might think the universe is contingent and how are we meant to figure out if things are contingent or not.If you want more of these discussions, make sure to like and subscribe to show your support.Full video on Zac's channel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvnpK...--------------------------To check out more about my content feel free to go to my YouTube Channel Apologetics for All to access clips and extra discussions

In hour 1 Guest host Gary Michuta talks to Bryan Mercier about exposing false gods and John Martignoni tells us what “blue collar apologetics” is, and in hour 2 the cosmological arguments for God with Pat Lynn and Kenny Burchard shares his conversion story.

In hour 1 Guest host Gary Michuta talks to Bryan Mercier about exposing false gods and John Martignoni tells us what “blue collar apologetics” is, and in hour 2 the cosmological arguments for God with Pat Lynn and Kenny Burchard shares his conversion story.

This video is the beginning of my series of short lectures covering cosmological arguments for God's existence. In this video, we talk about the history of arguments and ideas from thinkers such as Plato, Hume, Pruss, and more! Please consider becoming a Patron! I am a full-time student, so your support helps make our content better and provides me Ramen money. Patreon (Thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/AdherentApolo... YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8j...

On this episode of CSG Tyler & Noah are joined by special guest David Russell from the "Proselytize or Apostatize" Youtube channel to discuss apologetics and apologetic methodology! Below out show notes so you can follow along with the episode and see somethings that didn't make it into the show! DEFINITION: "Apologetics is concerned with the defense of the Christian faith against charges of falsehood, inconsistency, or credulity. Indeed, the very word apologetics is derived from the Greek apologia, which means “defense.” It was a term used in the courts of law in the ancient world. Socrates, for example, gave his famous “apology,” or defense, before the court of Athens. And the apostle Paul defended himself (apologeomai) before the Roman officials (Acts 24:10; 25:8). As it concerns the Christian faith, then, apologetics has to do with defending, or making a case for, the truth of the Christian faith." WHY DO WE NEED APOLOGETICS? Unanswered questions are the number one reason people leave the Church ARE APOLOGETICS NECESSARY IN EVANGELISM? WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT METHODS OF APPROACH USED IN APOLOGETICS? PREACH THE WHOLE GOSPEL not simply the parts which we personally prefer. I.e. Sin & Hell ~C.S. Lewis TRANSISTION TO CUMULATIVE CASE Definition: See 1st Paragraph in FVoA p. 148. See last paragraph p. 151-152 FVoA WHAT ARE THE "ONTOLOGICAL" & "COSMOLOGICAL" ARGUMENTS? Ontological Argument: There is something within the concept of God that guarantees His existence is necessary. Made famous by Anselm of Canterbury 1033-1109 Cosmological Argument: WHAT IS THE COSMOLOGICAL ARGUMENT? ARE THE ONTOLOGICAL AND COSMOLOGICAL ARGUMENTS SOUND? (Unfortunately all philosophers since Kant have agreed that no version of the argument succeeds in making its case as a demonstrably sound argument.) **Probable Case WHAT MAKES A "PROBABLE CASE" ARGUMENT INFORMAL/UNIQUE? A different approach "giving up the search for absolute certainty". ~Paul Feinberg FVoA p. 150 The probable case approach focuses on showing the probability of an argument. ARE POSTMODERNISTS MORE OPEN TO HEARING PROBABLE CASE ARGUMENTS? WHAT IS THE DESIGN ARGUMENT? Teliological/Design Argument: The argument that the universe exhibits design or order and is best explained as the work of an intelligent designer. Is evolution the rebuttal to the design argument? CC's Issue With "Traditional Arguments" see p. 150 FVoA 3rd Paragraph **CC TESTS FOR TRUTH: See p. 153 FVoA Consistency - A system of belief must not lead to a contradiction. Correspondence/Empirical Fit - This test requires that any belief must correspond with reality. Comprehensiveness - This criterion requires that we prefer theories or systems of belief that explain more of the evidence over those that might account for less. Simplicity - This test instructs us not to multiply explanatory items unnecessarily. It has also been called Ockham’s razor. If an explanation is both simple and adequate, it is to be preferred. Livability - For a belief to be true, it must be livable. This is not the same as our second test for truth, correspondence. That test is more theoretical, while livability is practical. Fruitfulness - Here we ask what the consequences are of holding such a view of reality. Does it produce fruitful consequences? Take two systems of belief, one that holds that reality is totally disorganized and random, while the other holds that reality is characterized by regularities. On this criterion the latter theory will be preferred, as it will make things like science possible. Conservation - By this I mean that when we find some anomaly to our theory, we first choose solutions that require the least radical revision of our view of the world. Put another way, we seek to modify the paradigm that we are using to understand reality rather than immediately making a radical shift to a new one. It is based in the belief that any system of belief that has reached the position of a reigning paradigm must have a good deal of evidence supporting it. Therefore, it is not wise to abandon it as a first move. ARE THERE ANY WEAK POINTS IN CC? WHAT IS SOME ADVICE YOU WOULD GIVE TO SOMEONE INTERESTED IN ENGAGING IN APOLOGETICS OR EVANGELISM FOR THE FIRST TIME? (1 Peter 3:15) It's ESSENTIAL one understands the fundamentals of the Christian faith BEFORE practicing Christian apologetics. "The heart of apologetics is not about mastering or memorizing a set of techniques designed to manipulate arguments to get the desired conclusion. It is about being MASTERED by the Christian faith so that its ideas, themes and values are deeply imprinted on our minds and in our hearts." ~Alister McGrath WHAT IS THE REMEDY FOR POSTMODERNISM? Biblical Apologetics: 1) Acts 2:14-36 - Peter's Pentecostal Address 2) Acts 7:1-60 - Stephen's Final Address 3) Acts 10:1-48 - Peter & Cornelius 4) Acts 17:16-34 - Paul at Athens in the Areopagus Notice the difference in approaches between Peter and Paul in Acts 2 & 17! Church Apologists in History: 1) Justin Martyr 100-165 2) Tatian 120-173 3) Irenaeus 135-200 4) Tertullian 160-230 5) Eusebius of Caesarea 260-340 6) John Chrysostom d. 407 7) Augustine 354-430 8) Thomas Aquinas 1225-1274 9) B.B. Warfield 1851-1921 10) G.K. Chesterton 1874-1936 11) C.S. Lewis 1898-1963 12) Walter Martin 1928-1989 BOOKS TO CHECK OUT: "Tactics" - Greg Koukl "Keeping Faith in an Age of Reason" - Jason Lisle "Five Views of Apologetics" - William Lane Craig (Classical), Gary Habermas (Evidential), John Frame (Presuppositional), Kelly Clark (Reformed Epistemology), Paul Feinberg (Cumulative Case) "Evidence That Demands A Verdict" - Josh & Sean McDowell "Presuppositional Apologetics Stated & Defended" - Greg Bahnsen "A History of Christian Apologetics" - Dr. John Warwick Montgomery "Mere Apologetics" - Alister McGrath Check out "Proselytize or Apostatize" here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOaSzolYnkqL2OhjiJSyg

In this episode I discuss cosmological arguments which claim to prove the existence of God and the prospect of infinities existing with Professor Wes Morriston. If you would like to donate and support my work then please do so at https://www.patreon.com/digitalgnosis I hope you enjoy the episode!

What are the cosmological arguments for the existence of God? Can God's existence be proven? Why should I believe that God exists?

This week we take a quick look at three historical apologetics of the Christian faith in the ontological, teleological, and cosmological arguments. These arguments are a great way to bridge the conversation with non-believers to the truth of the gospel. Next week we will be doing a Q&A, so be sure to e-mail your questions to Christian@mywestwood.org.

Professional philosopher Dr. Robert Koons joins the Pat Flynn show to share some of the fascinating work he's done on cosmological reasoning, infinity paradoxes, metaphysics, epistemology, Neo-Aristotelianism, and more!  ... Related Episodes https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/how-reason-can-lead-to-god-with-dr-josh-rasmussen-the-pat-flynn-show/  https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/why-joe-rogan-is-wrong-about-marijuana-with-tim-hsaio/ The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!  

Andrew surveys a few different versions of the cosmological argument. Then, we discuss a particular version of the argument popularized by Gottfried Leibniz that tries to show that a necessary being who is the explanatory ground of being must exist.  Notes can be found here: Cosmological Arguments Tickets for Veritas 2020 can be found here: tx.ag/Veritas2020 Subscribe to the […]

Andrew surveys a few different versions of the cosmological argument. Then, we discuss a particular version of the argument popularized by Gottfried Leibniz that tries to show that a necessary being who is the explanatory ground of being must exist.  Notes can be found here: Cosmological Arguments Tickets for Veritas 2020 can be found here: tx.ag/Veritas2020 Subscribe to the […]

Pat offers an introduction to the study of natural theology and cosmological arguments for God. Specifically, in this episode, Pat talks about what cosmological arguments are, common misunderstandings around them, and then offers an initial presentation of two particular, metaphysical  demonstrations: The argument from contingency, and the argument against an actually infinite large collection (aka the Kalam argument).  ... Recommended Reading 5 Proofs for the Existence of God How to Think About God 

This is the second part of a series responding to a viral YouTube video titled “Aquinas and the Cosmological Arguments” (750,000+ views), which claims that Thomas Aquinas’ arguments for God have been decisively refuted. But have they? Bishop Barron responds to the video and shows that when properly understood, Thomas’ arguments are as strong today as ever before. A listener asks how the word “Gospel” would have been understood in the first century.

This is the second part of a series responding to a viral YouTube video titled "Aquinas and the Cosmological Arguments" (750,000+ views), which claims that Thomas Aquinas' arguments for God have been decisively refuted. But have they? Bishop Barron responds to the video and shows that when properly understood, Thomas' arguments are as strong today as ever before. A listener asks how the word "Gospel" would have been understood in the first century. SPECIAL: Pre-order the hardcover book today for just $19.95 (26% off) and free shipping. You'll also receive three bonus eBooks from Bishop Barron! Just click here to order. Topics Discussed 0:05 - Introduction, background on Crash Course video 1:40 - Are Aquinas' first four arguments for God unimpressive because they don't lead to a personal God? 8:15 - Does Aquinas' argument for God allow for polytheism? 12:2o - Does Aquinas' argument for God allow God to be an egg, a turtle, or a big block of stone? 14:35 - Are there major flaws that make Aquinas' argument invalid? 16:45 - Is Aquinas' argument self-defeating, because God would require a cause? 21:05 - Do you have to believe Aquinas' arguments in order to believe in God? 26:30 - Question from listener: Was the word "Gospel" used often in Jesus' time? Bonus Resources Books Thomas Aquinas: Spiritual Master by Bishop Barron Aquinas: A Beginner's Guide by Edward Feser Five Proofs of the Existence of God by Edward Feser The Last Superstition: A Refutation of the New Atheism by Edward Feser Aquinas: An Introduction to the Life and Work of the Great Medieval Thinker by F. C. Copleston To Light a Fire on the Earth: Proclaiming Christ in a Secular Age by Bishop Barron Find bonus links and resources for this episode at http://WordOnFireShow.com and be sure to submit your questions at http://AskBishopBarron.

A viral YouTube video titled “Aquinas and the Cosmological Arguments” (750,000+ views) claims that Thomas Aquinas’ arguments for God have been decisively refuted. But have they? Bishop Barron responds to the video and shows that when properly understood, Thomas’ arguments are as strong today as ever before.

A viral YouTube video titled "Aquinas and the Cosmological Arguments" (750,000+ views) claims that Thomas Aquinas' arguments for God have been decisively refuted. But have they? Bishop Barron responds to the video and shows that when properly understood, Thomas' arguments are as strong today as ever before. A listener asks whether death is natural. SPECIAL: Pre-order the hardcover book today for just $19.95 (26% off) and free shipping. You'll also receive three bonus eBooks from Bishop Barron! Just click here to order. Topics Discussed 0:05 - Introduction, Bishop Barron describes the Facebook headquarters 5:30 - Why have multiple proofs for God's existence?  If a singular argument is truly a proof, should not one be sufficient? 8:44 - Where did Thomas Aquinas come up with these arguments? 12:50 - Do Aquinas's observations from nature hurt his argument given the fact that modern science has proven some of his examples to be inaccurate?    15:33 - What's wrong with using dominos to illustrate Aquinas's argument from motion? 26:50 - What's the difference between a hierarchal and a temporal causal series? And why is this so important for understanding Aquinas? 31:35 - Did the philosopher David Hume defeat Aquinas's arguments? 34:24 - Question from listener: Is death natural? Bonus Resources Books Thomas Aquinas: Spiritual Master by Bishop Barron Aquinas: A Beginner's Guide by Edward Feser Five Proofs of the Existence of God by Edward Feser The Last Superstition: A Refutation of the New Atheism by Edward Feser Aquinas: An Introduction to the Life and Work of the Great Medieval Thinker by F. C. Copleston To Light a Fire on the Earth: Proclaiming Christ in a Secular Age by Bishop Barron Find bonus links and resources for this episode at http://WordOnFireShow.com and be sure to submit your questions at http://AskBishopBarron.

In episode 3 of Arguments From Reason, James and Dylan talk to Alex Malpass about various criticisms of several arguments for God's existence.Visit Alex's blog here: https://useofreason.wordpress.com/Listen to his podcast here: https://thoughtology.podbean.com/

Fourth lecture in the Philosophy of Religion lecture series.

Fourth lecture in the Philosophy of Religion lecture series.

Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell podcast on "Cosmological Arguments for the Existence of God, Part 2" in this 25 September 2009 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio. http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell podcast on "Cosmological Arguments for the Existence of God, Part 2" in this 25 September 2009 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio. http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell podcast on "Cosmological Arguments for the Existence of God, Part 1" in this 18 September 2009 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio. http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell podcast on "Cosmological Arguments for the Existence of God, Part 1" in this 18 September 2009 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio. http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

What are the cosmological arguments for the existence of God? Can God's existence be proven? Why should I believe that God exists?