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

In this episode, the hosts delve into the complex issue of the problem of evil, exploring atheistic arguments against the existence of God based on the presence of suffering. They discuss philosophical perspectives from notable thinkers like Epicurus, David Hume, and J.L. Mackey, and examine how these arguments can be countered with biblical teachings. The conversation emphasizes the importance of free will, the nature of suffering, and the role of natural laws in understanding the coexistence of an all-powerful, all-loving God and the reality of evil in the world. The hosts outline ten biblical doctrines that provide a framework for reconciling these concepts, ultimately affirming that suffering can have value and purpose in the context of faith.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Problem of Evil
02:52 The Atheistic Argument from Evil
05:42 Exploring Biblical Responses to Evil
08:39 The Nature of God and Suffering
11:57 The Role of Free Will in Suffering
14:41 Understanding Regularity and Mutual Interferences
17:35 Biblical Doctrines Addressing Suffering
20:59 The Value of Suffering and Character Building
23:58 Conclusion and Future Discussions

In this episode of the Harvester podcast, hosts Brian Kenyon and George Beals delve into Christian evidences and apologetics, addressing common objections to the Bible's validity. They explore alleged conflicts within the scriptures, examining specific examples and providing counterarguments. The discussion also covers claims of factual inaccuracies in the Bible, particularly regarding measurements and mathematical precision. The hosts emphasize the importance of context in understanding biblical texts and highlight the concept of scientific foreknowledge in scripture. They conclude by introducing the problem of evil as a significant topic for future episodes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Christian Evidences
02:47 Addressing Alleged Conflicts in the Bible
05:40 Understanding Biblical Language and Context
09:06 Examining Historical and Mathematical Claims
11:53 The Problem of Precision in Scripture
14:53 Scientific Foreknowledge in the Bible
17:48 Resources for Further Study
20:36 The Problem of Evil
23:57 Conclusion and Invitation for Questions

In this episode of the Harvester podcast, hosts George Beals and Brian Kenyon delve into the topic of Christian evidences, specifically addressing alleged conflicts within the Bible. They explore the story of Jairus's daughter, examining the differing accounts in the Gospels and how emotional context plays a role in these narratives. The discussion also covers the inscription on the cross, highlighting the complementary nature of the Gospel accounts. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding the Bible's consistency and the implications for its divine authority, while also inviting listeners to engage with future discussions on biblical apologetics.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Christian Evidences
02:01 Addressing Alleged Conflicts in the Bible
20:09 Examining the Inscription on the Cross

In this episode of the Harvester Podcast, hosts George Beals and Brian Kenyon discuss the resurrection of Jesus Christ as a central theme in Christian evidences. They explore the Bible's claims about the resurrection, its prophetic foundations, and the implications for Christian faith. The conversation emphasizes the unity of the biblical narrative and the absence of cultural errors, reinforcing the belief in the Bible as the inspired Word of God. The episode concludes with an invitation for further exploration of objections to biblical inspiration in future discussions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Christian Evidences
10:53 The Resurrection of Jesus Christ
42:01 Conclusion and Future Discussions

In this episode of the Harvester Podcast, the hosts delve into the topic of Christian evidences, focusing on the argument that the Bible is the Word of God. They explore various properties that support this claim, including the unity of theme throughout the scriptures, the absence of cultural errors, and the fulfillment of predictive prophecies. The discussion emphasizes the significance of Jesus Christ in the context of these properties and concludes with a call to understand the evidence supporting the resurrection of Jesus.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Harvester Podcast
01:10 Establishing the Bible as the Word of God
05:21 Examining the Properties of the Bible
13:49 Unity of Theme in Scripture
20:59 Cultural Errors and Their Absence
27:13 Fulfillment of Predictive Prophecy
30:52 The Sufficiency of the Bible
36:02 The Uniqueness of Jesus Christ
40:47 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode of the Harvester podcast, Brian Kenyon and George Beals discuss the evidences supporting the Bible as the Word of God. They explore the concepts of natural and special revelation, the role of conscience in seeking God, and the expected properties of a divine book. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the Bible's claims and the evidence that supports its divine origin, setting the stage for further exploration in the next episode.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Christian Evidences
01:47 The Bible as Revelation from God
05:46 Natural vs. Special Revelation
09:45 The Role of Conscience in Seeking God
15:33 Illustration of Seeking Revelation
21:56 Expected Properties of a Divine Book
26:50 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode of the Harvester Podcast, the discussion revolves around the moral argument for the existence of God, focusing on the role of conscience in moral understanding. The hosts explore the differences between subjective and objective ethics, the implications of conscience as a moral guide, and the philosophical insights of John Henry Newman regarding the connection between conscience and the divine. The conversation culminates in a critique of macroevolution as an explanation for conscience, asserting that it must originate from a personal God.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Moral Argument
02:34 Exploring Subjective vs. Objective Ethics
05:17 The Role of Conscience in Moral Understanding
07:45 The Conscience Argument for the Existence of God
10:49 Newman's Perspective on Conscience
13:36 The Nature of Conscience and Its Origin
16:33 Conscience vs. Macroevolution
19:56 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode of the Harvester podcast, the hosts delve into the moral argument for the existence of God, exploring the nature of objective morality, the implications of natural law, and the role of conscience in moral awareness. They discuss various biblical affirmations of natural law and how it relates to judgment and accountability. The conversation emphasizes the universal application of moral law and concludes with a call to action for listeners to seek God and understand the moral framework provided in scripture.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Moral Argument for God
01:25 Reviewing the Moral Argument: Premises and Standards
04:17 Understanding Objective Moral Evil
05:55 Exploring Natural Law and Moral Standards
10:29 Biblical Affirmations of Natural Law
15:43 Conscience and Moral Awareness
20:31 Judgment and the Secrets of the Heart
27:55 Understanding Conscience and Moral Knowledge
31:55 The Nature of Moral Law
37:14 The Source of Moral Law
43:32 Natural Law vs. New Testament Law
49:35 Judgment and Accountability

In this episode of the Harvester podcast, the hosts delve into Christian apologetics, focusing on the existence of God through the cosmological argument and moral arguments. They explore the process of elimination argument, discussing the implications of contingent beings and the necessity of an uncaused cause. The conversation transitions into moral arguments, examining the nature of morality and its objective versus subjective bases, ultimately leading to the conclusion that the existence of God is essential for a coherent understanding of morality.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Christian Apologetics
06:36 The Cosmological Argument: Process of Elimination
16:20 Exploring Moral Arguments for God's Existence