In this episode, the hosts delve into the problem of evil, a significant argument used by atheists to challenge the existence of God. They explore the atheistic claim that God's omnipotence, omnibenevolence, and the existence of evil cannot coexist. The discussion transitions into biblical responses that affirm the compatibility of these attributes with the presence of suffering. Key doctrines such as soul-making, the probationary nature of life, and the stakes of eternity are examined, alongside the role of Jesus Christ as a guiding pattern. The conversation concludes with reflections on the infinite nature of God and the epistemic distance between God and humanity, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts in the context of Christian apologetics.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Problem of Evil
03:02 Exploring Atheistic Arguments
06:05 Biblical Responses to Evil
08:56 The Role of Suffering in Soul-Making
11:58 Probationary Period and Stakes of Eternity
15:05 Jesus Christ as the Pattern
18:00 Understanding Mystery in Suffering
20:52 The Infinite Nature of God
23:53 Epistemic Distance Between God and Man
29:56 Conclusion and Summary of Doctrines