Reasonable Faith Podcast: Recent Episodes
William Lane Craig
Reasonable Faith is a conversational program dealing with the most important apologetic questions of our day.
A viral graphic accuses Dr. Craig of seven heresies. From Neo-Apollinarian Christology, his rejection of limited atonement and Calvinism, to his defense of Molinism. Dr. Craig and Kevin go through the list charge by charge, separating genuine ancient heresies from disagreements, and explain what actually crosses the line into heresy versus faithful, if debated, Christian doctrine.
Reasonable Faith marks a milestone with its 1,000th Question of the Week and it lands right alongside the ministry's 20th anniversary. This time, William Lane Craig turns the question on himself: what does two decades of Reasonable Faith look like in hindsight? He reflects on explosive growth (70+ million engagements a year), the unexpected power of video and social media in reaching closed countries, an AI chatbot quoting his work back to students, and the expansion of Reasonable Faith chapters past 270 worldwide. He also gives an update on his five-volume Systematic Philosophical Theology, including a preview of what he's uncovered writing on the intermediate state between death and resurrection, plus a look ahead to a high-profile debate with Michael Shermer on the resurrection and the Trotter Lecture with Brian Greene. A candid, personal look back at where Reasonable Faith has been and where it's headed.
A listener asks whether annihilation is even a coherent punishment for sin, given that Jesus's atonement on the cross required him to bear that same punishment—and as the eternal Son, he cannot cease to exist. Could God instead offer annihilation as an optional alternative to eternal separation? Dr. William Lane Craig agrees the objection is a serious problem for annihilationism: if Christ can't be annihilated, he can't satisfy the punishment annihilationists say sin deserves. He also rejects the "optional alternative" fix, arguing that annihilation and eternal conscious suffering aren't equivalent penalties, so offering a choice between them would undermine divine justice rather than satisfy it.
Dr. William Lane Craig continues his response to Paul Davies and Emily Qureshi-Hurst by examining some of today's most ambitious attempts to explain the universe without God. He critiques Wheeler's participatory universe, the multiverse, Boltzmann brains, and the search for a mysterious "Option X," arguing that classical theism already provides the explanatory foundation these theories lack. The conversation concludes with Qureshi-Hurst's candid admission that the real obstacle to belief isn't cosmology—it's the problem of evil.
A listener asks whether the eschatological renewal of creation might be delayed billions of years if God's redemptive purposes extend to alien civilizations that haven't yet evolved. Dr. Craig affirms that any extraterrestrial life would indeed be included in God's eschatological plans, but argues the consummation isn't tied to the natural history of all possible intelligent life—God will bring history to a close whenever he deems fit, encompassing only the intelligent life that actually exists at that time.
A listener pushes back on Dr. Craig's claim that neither Jesus nor Paul expected the second coming within their own generation. Pointing to Matthew 24:36 and Jesus' words to the disciples about "this generation," and argues that Jesus was predicting a coming in judgment on Jerusalem in A.D. 70, not his final return.
Dr. Craig agrees with partial preterism as far as it goes, but explains why he stops short of full preterism. Working through the Greek text of Mark 13, he distinguishes between what "these things" (tauta panta) refers to and the coming of the Son of Man itself, then raises three objections to the full preterist reading: (1) the coming of the Son of Man predicted by Jesus is a visible coming to Earth; (2) the Son of Man need not wait until A.D. 70 to be enthroned; and (3) the full preterist view cannot make good sense of the resurrection of the dead, which Paul ties to Christ's coming but which plainly did not occur in A.D. 70.
Can the universe have purpose without a purposive mind? Dr. William Lane Craig responds to physicist Paul Davies and philosopher Emily Qureshi-Hurst as they wrestle with whether purpose is something real or merely something we invent. Along the way he discusses intentionality ("aboutness"), the unreasonable effectiveness of mathematics, and why subjective meaning ultimately fails to account for objective purpose. Craig argues that wherever genuine purpose exists, it points beyond the universe to a personal mind.
A listener argues that 200 mg of propofol extinguishes the mind and not just consciousness. He believes this to be empirical evidence that undercuts belief in surviving death. Dr. Craig rejects the premise that mind equals consciousness, invokes Eccles' pianist analogy to explain why an impaired brain produces impaired mental function without the mind ceasing to exist, and points to dualist-interactionist arguments—alongside Scripture—for why the mind can outlast the brain it's currently tied to.
A listener from Canada asks Dr. Craig to sort out three often-conflated terms: nonbelief, disbelief, and belief regarding God's existence. Dr. Craig explains the three doxastic attitudes one can hold toward any proposition, and argues that "disbelief" isn't mere absence of belief but a positive truth claim requiring justification—meaning atheists who disbelieve in God can't escape the burden of proof by hiding behind "I just lack a belief."
Can Christians interpret Genesis figuratively without compromising biblical authority? Dr. Craig answers questions about the historical evidence for Jesus' resurrection, the literary genre of Genesis 1–11, and how Scripture, science, and philosophy work together in the pursuit of truth.
A listener named Chris pushes back on Dr. Craig's video "What About Baptism?", where Craig said baptism "is not a cardinal doctrine that need divide us." Chris argues that Galatians teaches only one true gospel — so if baptismal regeneration (the belief that baptism is necessary for salvation) is wrong, its proponents are preaching a false gospel, making fellowship with them untenable. Dr. Craig responds that Chris has misread the sacramentalist position: those who hold to baptismal regeneration don't see baptism as a meritorious work, but as one more means of grace, like preaching or Scripture reading. Craig explains why he can disagree with fellow baptized Christians on this point without treating them as false brethren.
A viewer named Stephen poses a hard question: if a repentant abortionist can be saved on his deathbed and never "pay" for his crimes, doesn't that make God's promise of vengeance and justice a lie? Dr. William Lane Craig responds that the listener has confused justice with grace — the gospel was never about earning salvation through works, but about a mercy that saves sinners who turn to God in genuine repentance and faith. Craig explains how penal substitutionary atonement satisfies both God's justice and His mercy without compromise, argues that "Vengeance is Mine" is being read out of context, and challenges Stephen to examine why grace toward a repentant sinner feels unjust rather than something to rejoice in.
Philip Goff is a philosopher best known for defending panpsychism — the view that consciousness is a fundamental feature of reality. He's also, by his own description, a "mildly heretical Christian." In this conversation, Goff and William Lane Craig find surprising common ground on fine-tuning before turning to the questions that still divide them: the nature of the atonement, whether God is all-powerful, and what the resurrection appearances actually were. A friendly but substantive dialogue between two thinkers who disagree on a lot and yet continue the conversation.
About Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig is a philosopher and theologian and the founder of Reasonable Faith. His work spans the existence of God, the Kalam Cosmological Argument, the fine-tuning of the universe, and the historicity of the resurrection.
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About Dr. Philip Goff
Philip Goff is a Professor of Philosophy at Durham University and one of the leading defenders of panpsychism. He has written extensively on God, fine-tuning, and the purpose of the universe.
Philip's book Why? The Purpose of the Universe: https://www.amazon.com/Why-Purpose-Universe-Philip-Goff/dp/0198883765/
Philip's book Galileo's Error: https://www.amazon.com/Galileos-Error-Foundations-Science-Consciousness/dp/1524747963
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The Hellgate discussion hosted by Kirk Cameron in January 2026 brought together several respected Christian thinkers to wrestle with one of the Bible's most difficult doctrines. It included Gavin Ortlund, Dan Paterson, Chris Date, and Paul Copan. In this episode, Dr. William Lane Craig evaluates the panel's discussion, considers the biblical arguments that were presented, and offers his own assessment of what Scripture teaches about hell, eternal punishment, and final judgment.
About Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig is a philosopher and theologian and the founder of Reasonable Faith. His work spans the existence of God, the Kalam Cosmological Argument, the fine-tuning of the universe, and the historicity of the resurrection.
Dr. Craig's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001IOH3GQ
ReasonableFaith.org: https://www.reasonablefaith.org
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ReasonableFaithOrg
X: https://x.com/RFupdates
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Reasonable-Faith/31578213228
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reasonablefaithorg/
Dr. Craig continues his conversation with Dr. David Baggett about their new book Reasonable Moral Faith.
About Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig is a philosopher and theologian and the founder of Reasonable Faith. His work spans the existence of God, the Kalam Cosmological Argument, the fine-tuning of the universe, and the historicity of the resurrection.
Dr. Craig's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001IOH3GQ
ReasonableFaith.org: https://www.reasonablefaith.org
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ReasonableFaithOrg
X: https://x.com/RFupdates
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Reasonable-Faith/31578213228
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reasonablefaithorg/
About Dr. David Baggett
David Baggett is a philosopher and one of the foremost experts on the moral argument for God's existence. He is the author or editor of more than fifteen books, including a three-volume series with Jerry Walls published by Oxford University Press — Good God (2011), God and Cosmos (2016), and The Moral Argument: A History (2019) — and is a two-time Christianity Today Book Award winner. He is the founder of MoralApologetics.com.
Website: https://www.moralapologetics.com
Dr. Craig answers variations on the common question of the fate of the unevangelized, and also a question on whether the 'new earth' will be too crowded!
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/will-there-be-a-millennium
Dr. Craig answers questions on hearing from God, the long lifespans in the Old Testament, and whether God can ever lie.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/formulating-the-argument-from-fine-tuning
The leading expert on the Moral Argument for God, Dr. David Baggett, joins Dr. Craig to discuss their new book Reasonable Moral Faith.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/a-moral-but-unbelieving-son
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Dr. Craig continues evaluating the debate between Dr. Stephen Meyer and Phil Halper on whether the universe is fine-tuned.
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Dr. Craig interacts with a rousing debate between a Christian theist and an atheist regarding the beginning of the universe and evidence for God.
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Dr. Craig answers questions about topics covered in his Systematic Philosophical Theology.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/why-cant-i-just-die
What is the connection between what C.S. Lewis called 'Bulverism' and today's Critical Race Theory?
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Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/doubts-about-the-incarnation
Dr. Craig responds to a discussion with John Piper on what it means for God to be 'grieved,' and whether God's will is always accomplished.
Dr. Craig is satirized for his rejection of young earth creationism and his uncanny resemblance to David Lee Roth!
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/reconciliation-in-the-eschaton
A young student's faith is tested by questions about nothingness and he can't seem to move past it.
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Dr. Craig responds to an interview with Dr. Paula Fredrickson in which she suggests overturning much of what is believed about the Apostle Paul.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/the-soul-of-the-incarnate-christ-and-the-trinity
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/am-i-a-deist
Dr. Craig answers hard questions. Including one from a teenage girl who wants to be a male.
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Couldn't God come up with a more creative way to save us from our sins? Is he somehow trapped by his own moral law?
Dr. Craig reflects on the 20th anniversary of Reasonable Faith with Kevin Harris and Executive Director Michael Lepien, including memorable excerpts from the podcasts.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/why-would-god-create-people-he-knew-would-go-to-hell
Dr. Craig critiques recent videos by Sean Carroll on Mind/Body Dualism, Darwin and design, the Prime Mover, and meaning in life.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/so-you-think-the-ontological-argument-is-irrelevant
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/proving-god
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/theological-fatalism-and-the-best-of-all-possible-worlds
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Dr. Craig's objections to Andrew Rillera's book on the Atonement are met with resistance!
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Dr. Bart Ehrman declares what he thinks is the most significant discovery in the history of biblical studies. Does Dr. Craig agree?
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/starting-a-family-and-graduate-studies
Dr. Craig revisits some of the most common questions on the nature of God, eternity, and the beginning of the universe.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/guiding-a-son-through-evolutionary-biology
Dr. Craig gives answers to questions on the afterlife, the authority of Scripture, and whether it's okay to pray while driving!
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/maximal-greatness-and-being-itself-subsisting
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/what-role-for-ecclesiastical-tradition
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/a-mothers-struggle-with-gratuitous-evil
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Dr.Craig continues his comments on Dr. Emily Quereshi-Hurst's views on God and Time and evaluates her criticism of his views.
Many are applying modern legal maneuvers to the Resurrection but Dr. Craig shows why that's not the way to examine history.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/molinism-and-maximal-greatness
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/why-think-yahweh-is-the-true-god
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Dr. Craig continues his thoughts on a critique of Dr. Dale Allison, including a discussion on non-Christian miracle claims.
Dr. Craig considers criticisms and contributions of Dr. Dale Allison's significant work on the resurrection of Jesus.
Why do demons want to inhabit a physical body? This, and questions on God's providence, souls, and natural evil are answered.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/is-god-part-of-existence
Dr. Craig reviews various theories of the atonement of Christ and whether a less violent theory is warranted.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/correcting-wikipedia
An atheist blogger lists four phrases his fellow atheists should stop using in conversations.
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In a popular sitcom, a child prodigy is depicted as interrupting church worship services with confrontational questions for the pastor. Dr. Craig answers and notes how the entertainment industry often views biblical teaching.
Dr. Craig and Dr. Josh Swamidass continue their response to a paper on the historical Adam and Eve which discusses their work.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/why-depress-people
Dr, Josh Swamidass returns and joins Dr. Craig in response to a peer-reviewed paper on the historical Adam and Eve.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/does-god-have-a-finite-number-of-preferences
Dr. Joshua Swamidass continues his analysis of the Scopes Trial and how we all need to learn from its cultural and theological significance.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/is-god-in-hell
Dr. Josh Swamidass joins the podcast to discuss his research on the infamous Scopes Trial of 1925 and it's similarities with today's culture.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/the-timeless-universe-hypothesis
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Dr. Craig continues to get questions on Artificial Intelligence! He also answers questions on UFO'S, Atheism, and Genesis.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/god-and-the-soul
Dr. Craig interacts with a response to the current fascination with A I and arguments for God.
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Can AI accurately uncover facts about God? Dr. Craig continues evaluating a conversation with ChatGPT on God's existence.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/further-on-original-righteousness
Non-Theist Alex O'Connor leads ChatGPT to a startling conclusion! Dr. Craig evaluates the conversation.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/the-moral-argumentone-more-time
Dr. Craig continues to evaluate "real presence" in the Eucharist and touches on the doctrine of Transubstantiation.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/earnest-questions-from-the-tien-shan-mountains
Dr. Craig explains his view of the Eucharist and interacts with the views of Dr. Gavin Ortlund.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/a-new-modal-argument-from-contingency
A Secular Humanist claims evangelicals are out of step with scholarship. Dr. Craig responds.
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An interesting question posed by a student of Reasonable Faith's EQUIP course leads to additional theological puzzles.
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Dr. Craig continues his interaction with Jordan Peterson's dialogue with atheist debaters on science, morality, purpose, and the historical claims of Christianity.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/eternal-past-sonship
Dr. Craig comments on the controversial debate between Dr. Jordan Peterson and twenty atheists.
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Dr.Craig fields questions on the concept of eternity, what happens at death, and whether Christ could incarnate in human and alien form simultaneously.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/arguments-and-compassion
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Dr. Craig comments on a Youtube video which lists the dangers of Christian apologetics.
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Dr. Craig discusses the latest research showing strong growth in spirituality and the decline of secularism in America.
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Questions include one from a Muslim asking who actually witnessed the crucifixion of Jesus.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/tegmarks-mathematical-universe-hypothesis-and-natural-theology
For this Easter season, Dr. Craig answers questions on the Atonement and the Resurrection of Jesus.
Read this Question of the Week Here: https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/at-what-point-does-one-become-a-christian
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https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/divine-eternity-and-omnipresence
Does Dr. Craig's co-host ever have any questions he'd like to ask? Yes! Kevin asks Dr. Craig about the Atonement, the afterlife, and prayer for healing.
Given enough time, could a monkey eventually type the works of Shakespeare with no errors?
Larry Sanger's testimony continues and includes why, at first, he was hesitant about Dr. Craig's work.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/great-making-properties-and-the-ontological-argument
Dr. Larry Sanger, the founder of Wikipedia, has become a follower of Christ and Dr. Craig comments on some of the details of Larry's journey.
The conclusion of an examination of Deconstruction of the Christian Faith, including the role of emotions.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/quantum-unitarity-and-the-ascension-of-jesus
Dr. Craig offers a response to a YouTube atheist on Deconstruction. In this first part, Deconstruction is defined.
Dr. Craig answers questions on souls and gender, the definition of a necessary being, mega churches, and the addictive nature of video games.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/release-of-systematic-philosophical-theology-vol-i
Dr. Craig receives questions on Buddhism, how to determine consensus among scholars, and the difficulty of choosing among Christian denominations.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/the-state-of-the-soul-after-death
A continuation of Dr. Craig's discussion on the first release of his epic Systematic Philosophical Theology.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/the-chosen-and-theological-fatalism
Dr. Craig talks about the release and contents of Volume One of his multi-volume Systematic Philosophical Theology.
A big announcement from Reasonable Faith and a collection of popular questions on Molinism.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/maximal-greatness-and-middle-knowledge
Dr. Craig discusses some very interesting attributes of God he's writing about in his upcoming systematic philosophical theology.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/compositional-anthropological-dualism
Are there comparisons between Paul's encounter with Christ and Joseph Smith's vision of two personages?
An examination of this very popular phrase that is increasingly being used in major corporations and political agendas.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/mereological-nihilism-to-the-rescue
Dr. Craig responds to key moments in a podcast in which he is accused of misusing science.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/the-problem-of-evil-and-the-slaughter-of-the-canaanites
Dr. Craig answers questions on the nature of Christ's miracles, praying for your sports team, and the Christian's relationship to medicine.
Questions include whether one needs to know all the published arguments for and against God before making a decision on his existence.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/gods-decision-and-act-of-creation
Dr. Craig evaluates excerpts from Jordan Peterson being interviewed by two famous atheists.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/gods-timeless-knowledge-of-events-in-time
Dr. Craig examines a book presenting five views on Natural Theology and also offers his own approach to the topic.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/pauls-attitude-toward-the-septuagint
Dr. Craig has been following a trend reported by Christianity Today concerning notable skeptics embracing the Christian Faith.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/relativity-and-synchronized-consciousness
Dr. Craig receives questions about Adam's aloneness, and whether God chooses not to use his knowledge of the future.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/questions-about-creation-out-of-nothing
Dr. Craig answers some complex questions but also offers pastoral advice to a listener who doubts his salvation.
Dr. Craig interacts with recent YouTubers who attempt to "fix" the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/is-eternal-existence-meaningless
https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/can-an-agnostic-be-a-christian
Dr. Craig examines Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance's story of his philosophical journey to Christ.
Dr. Craig concludes the series on his influential books by discussing what has become his flagship work.
The conversation with Dr. Ken Keathley continues with discussion of Dr. Craig's view included in the new book.
Special guest Dr. Ken Keathley joins the podcast to discuss a new book that includes Dr. Craig's views on the historical Adam and Eve.
Dr. Craig offers his thoughts on the controversial opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The series on five of Dr. Craig's books continues with his work on what he considers to be one of the most difficult theological issues.
The podcast series featuring five of Dr. Craig's books continues with one of the most contemplated theological questions!
The first in a series of podcasts on some of Dr. Craig's influential books. The Son Rises came out of his initial work on the resurrection of Jesus.
With so many people in heaven, how will we be able to spend individual time with Jesus? This and more questions from around the world.
Dr. Craig replies to questions he's received on Facebook as well as from the Reasonable Faith website.
Former atheist and Ex-Muslim Aayan Kirsi Ali discusses her new-found faith in Christ with Richard Dawkins.
Dr. Craig discusses the history of this fascinating question and draws some conclusions.
Do numbers exist? Dr. Craig explores a variety of questions he's received on mathematics and numbers.
Answers to questions on personal causation, God and time, and Dr Craig's current study on the nature of Christ.
Dr. Craig takes questions on the necessity of evangelism, how God sustains everything into existence, and how sins were atoned for by Christ before his crucifixion.
Questions from listeners about visions in the Bible, the origin of sin, and whether Young Earth Creationism is an embarrassment.
Dr. Craig reviews an article by William Dembski on the relationship between Scientific Materialism and Woke ideology.
Dr. Craig interacts with excerpts from Dr. Craig Keener's massive book on the historical reliability of the Gospels.
Why would God create someone whom he knows will reject him? Will we be bored in heaven if everything is perfect? These and other questions are discussed by Dr. Craig.
Dr. Craig continues commentary on a conversation between Neil deGrasse Tyson and Sean Carroll which includes the existence of God.
Dr. Craig interacts with a dialogue between Neil deGrasse Tyson and Sean Carroll on the history of physics, quantum mechanics, and the arrow of time.
Popular atheist spokesperson Sam Harris is very troubled by what he sees in current society.
A recent interview with Richard Dawkins which includes Ayaan Kirsi Ali and evolutionary theory.
Dr. Craig interacts with a young man's provocative journey from atheism to faith in Christ.
The conclusion of Dr. Craig's commentary on Aayn Hirsi Ali's remarkable story and her dire warnings to all people.
Former prominent atheist Aayn Hirsi Ali sent shockwaves through the international culture by declaring that she is now a Christian!
Dr. Craig answers a wide variety of questions, including one on a Christian view of retirement and work.
Dr. Craig listens to excerpts from an energetic interview with Jordan Peterson and responds.
Dr. Craig recounts the beginnings of his profession and debates. Including some of the colorful events in his career so far.
Dr. Craig comments on the demise of the New Atheists and the return of respect for the Christian Worldview among popular secularists.
A recent study provides strong evidence in support of Dr. Craig's book on the historical Adam.
Dr. Craig continues his response to secularists on the direction of New Testament scholarship and work being done among elite scholars.
Answers to questions about the latest artificial intelligence and UFO craze, and the importance of church attendance.
Dr. Craig interacts with a skeptic who claims two leading experts on the resurrection of Jesus deny its historicity.
Dr. Craig responds to more dialogue between Richard Swinburne and Richard Dawkins on God's existence and simplicity.
Dr. Craig evaluates an intense exchange between Richard Dawkins and Richard Swinburne as they discussed the mystery of existence.
Dr. Craig fields questions on the fate of those who never hear of Jesus, atheism, and whether God has favorite things among his creations.
Dr. Craig discusses whether recent data from the James Webb telescope undermines the Big Bang.
Dr. Craig looks at some of the latest research on the effects of gender-altering surgery and procedures.
Did Jesus have false beliefs? A Muslim questions the crucifixion. Will humans advance to the point they won't need God?
Dr. Craig converses with prominent agnostic philosopher Michael Ruse on meaning, metaphor, the resurrection of Jesus, and many other topics.
Dr. Craig begins his evaluation of a contentious and intense debate on the origins of life.
Dr. Craig is interviewed by the #Momlife podcast on teaching children science, evolution, and answering theological questions.
Dr. Craig and Dr. Moreland continue their interview including Mind-Body Dualism and Artificial Intelligence.
Dr. Craig and Dr. Moreland are interviewed for the 20th Anniversary of their book Philosophical Foundations for a Christian Worldview".
What is at stake if we don't love God 'with all our minds'? Do we 'dumb down' teaching in order to reach people?
Dr. Craig documented some of the latest tests being conducted on fossil remains of ancient hominids.
Despite the overturning of Roe v Wade, the New York Times says the future of abortion is taking a new turn.
Dr. Craig answers questions on the Kalam Argument, Molinism, the Atonement, and some personal questions about his current life and work.
Dr. James Franklin disagrees with much of the Reasonable Faith animated video on the Applicability of Math as an argument for God. Dr. Craig responds.
Cosmologist and astronomer Dr. Luke Barnes examines the Reasonable Faith animated video on the Fine-Tuning Argument. Dr. Craig responds.
Dr. Craig comments on excerpts from a recent interview with famous atheist Richard Dawkins.
A compilation of often-asked questions about the nature of time, infinity, and God's eternality.
If you know something, do you know that you know it? Dr. Craig addresses "KK Skepticism" and other questions.
Dr Andrew Loke’s article on why the Kalam Cosmological Argument is not vulnerable to God-of-the-Gaps is examined.
Multiple states are passing legislation to protect minors from medical procedures designed to change their gender.
Dr. Craig comments on news items including Supreme Court cases, the rise of non-denominationalism in the church, trends in the UK, and belief in End Times.
Dr. Craig explains how God's moral perfection is compatible with His perfect justice and His perfect love.
Dr. Craig joins a panel with Andrew Loke and Josh Swamidass to discuss their respective
views on the historical Adam.
Dr. Craig continues to recount the reaction he received speaking to faculties of prominent Ivy League schools.
Dr. Craig was invited to speak to the faculties of prominent universities on his work on the historical Adam and Eve.
Questions include the so-called "Platinum Rule" that is allegedly superior to the Golden Rule.
Dr. Craig discusses religious experience in the life of both the believer and non-believer.
A sampling of YouTube videos interacting with Dr. Craig's work and a new argument against atheism!
Interesting questions on God’s attributes, including The Trinity”, and recent work on the Ontological Argument.
Stephen Meyer and Michael Shermer mention Dr. Craig's work in their discussion of morality.
Dr. Craig answers a big variety of questions including the nature of time, the resurrected body, quantum mechanics, and the essentials of salvation.
Adam Lloyd Johnson writes on a moral theory that incorporates the Trinity. Dr. Craig comments.
Popular psychologist and social critic Jordan Peterson has a message to the Christian church. Dr. Craig comments.
A group of YouTube channels gathers to discuss Dr. Craig's answer to a recent question.
Dr. Craig talks about his special connection to the people of the UK and the significance of Queen Elizabeth's life and death.
Dr. Craig highlights some of the many layers involving knowing the truth of Christianity.
Are our future sins forgiven in the Atonement? Dr. Craig answers this and questions on Theistic Evolution, The Logos, and Set Theory.
Dr. Craig continues his explanation of the role of evidence and argument in knowing the truth of Christianity.
Dr. Craig's answer to a recent question has produced multiple responses from both atheists and Christians!
Dr. Craig examines what a legal scholar writes in the New York Times concerning the personhood and dependency of the unborn child.
Dr. Craig reviews a Newsweek article by Dr. Stephen Meyer on how scientific evidence points more towards God than atheism.
A variety of questions including how to deal with a family member who is extremely resistant to God, and how much certainty is required to believe Christianity is true.
A variety of questions including how to deal with a family member who is extremely resistant to God, and how much certainty is required to believe Christianity is true.
Questions about the popularity of the multiverse in movies, vocational calling, the supernatural, and Genesis.
Dr. Craig addresses this monumental decision and offers suggestions on what actions to take now.
Questions about Christ's deity and the atonement, the value of work, and evolution's purpose.
Dr. Roger Olson writes a review of Dr. Craig's book and a recent conference on the Atonement of Christ.
Dr. Craig talks about his brief stay in the hospital and some interesting insights he had while there!
Various questions on Molinism and Middle Knowledge and the likelihood of Pontius Pilate releasing the body of Jesus to Joseph of Arimathea.
Answers to questions about the reliability and inspiration of the New Testament, the ontological status of numbers, and the deity of Jesus.
An article by a skeptic claims early Christians taught 'blind faith'. Dr. Craig responds.
Dr. Craig discusses and article on Divine Command Theory by his colleague Dr. David Baggett.
In recent interviews, Dr. Craig is asked to comment on the impact of apologetics and the current culture.
Dr. Craig concludes his overview of interviews featuring Dr. Gary Habermas and Dr. Bart Ehrman.
Dr. Craig gives an overview of interviews featuring Dr. Gary Habermas and Dr. Bart Ehrman.
Dr. Craig concludes a four-part response to an impressive array of scientists and philosophers who address his work on the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
Dr. Craig continues a four-part response to an impressive array of scientists and philosophers who address his work on the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
Dr. Craig continues a four-part response to an impressive array of scientists and philosophers who address his work on the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
Dr. Craig begins a four-part response to an impressive array of scientists and philosophers who address his work on the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
Dr. Craig takes questions from the UK on his debating ministry, the Second Coming of Jesus, the Atonement, and more.
Questions also include Peter Van Inwagen's views, Skeptical Theism, and God's personal interaction with the world.
A look at news coverage from Fox News and Skeptic Magazine on Dr. Craig's work on the historical Adam.
An atheist blogger questions the eyewitness accounts and the women at the tomb in the Resurrection narratives.
Dr. Craig interacts with a New York Times article evaluating the pending abortion decision by the Supreme Court.
A collection of questions popping up on Facebook about Dr. Craig's new book In Quest of the Historical Adam.
Once again, Dr. Craig answers a false dilemma pertaining to the Moral Argument for God.
Dr. Craig responds to an interview on his new book between Ben Witherington and Josh Swamidass.
Dr. Craig answers this allegation as well as a question about ancient Israeli cosmology.
Topics include monotheism, the Ontological Argument, and whether God is merely a projection of human desires.
Late-breaking news from Reasonable Faith including the release of Dr. Craig's newest book, a new animated video, Dr. Craig's top-ten ranking as a philosopher, and the death of Bishop John Shelby Spong.
Dr. Craig elaborates on research that shows how "disruptions" lead skeptics to consider the claims of Christ.
A variety of questions answered including the inner experience of God, sexuality, actual infinities, and Alvin Plantinga's view on Transworld Depravity.
Dr. Craig converses with Emmy-winning actor Scott Clifton and also discusses criticism of his work on Genesis.
Dr. Craig considers two recent Supreme Court verdicts to be very positive in the fight to protect religious liberty.
Dr. Craig relates some new insights on the topics he's writing about in his Systematic Philosophical Theology project.
Are God's justice and mercy mutually exclusive? Dr. Craig also addresses Inclusivism, and the salvation of those with mental illnesses.
The unusual concepts of infinity come up often! Dr. Craig also answers issues with the historical Adam and Eve, and Theistic Personalism.
A scholar thinks Dr. Craig's most popular book is too advanced for the average churchgoer. Dr. Craig offers suggestions.
Dr. Craig responds to staff of Southern Evangelical Seminary who critique his view of God's simplicity.
Answers on the nature of numbers, hatred depicted in the Psalms, and whether God thinks or just knows.
Questions from Muslims received by Dr. Craig include the historicity of Christ's death, the nature of repentance, and Divine Command Theory.
Dr Craig answers questions on the definition of 'nothing', whether God can take away our free will, and the nature of Christ's miracles.
Dr. Craig Comments on a Christianity Today Article on the State of Apologetics After a Recent Scandal.
Dr. Craig receives questions on objective meaning, his certainty of God's existence, and some thoughts on the Problem of Pain.
An Atheist Blogger Asks Why We Don't All Get The Same Evidence That Doubting Thomas Got
Kevin previews some upcoming podcasts and plays excerpts from Dr. Craig and Dr. David Baggett on the best Moral Argument for God.
Dr. Craig speaks to a congregation on the historical events that lead up to Easter and the profound meaning in what happened.
Listeners have questions on the nature of the Trinity, Neanderthals and genetics, and the complexities of gravity.
Is the universe a simulation? Dr. Craig answers this and questions on Causation, Soul Sleep, and some marriage advice.
Dr. Craig answers questions on where Christ's body is before his second coming, Molinism as related to Transworld Damnation, and what is meant by 'the Word of God'.
Listeners ask about atheist philosopher Graham Oppy, the Atonement, and why debates are important.
Dr. Craig examines an atheist's contention that Christians act irresponsibly due to their view of end times.
An atheist blogger asks why Christians bother to pray when God will do what he wants anyway.
Someone on Facebook accused Dr. Craig of not believing John 3:16. Dr. Craig straightens things out.
Dr Craig begins writing his Systematic Theology with a discussion on the relationship of faith and reason.
Dr. Craig continues his personal life with Sean McDowell, including a discussion on how God sometimes uses failure to accomplish things in our lives.
Dr. Craig is interviewed by Dr. Sean McDowell on his life story and the people who have most influenced him.
Kevin interviews Michael Lepien, Executive Director for Reasonable Faith, on what it's like to travel the world with Dr. Craig, apologetics, and the pandemic's impact on the local church.
On the fifth anniversary of the death of his son, Kevin Harris offers reflections and an encore presentation of the podcast in which Dr. Craig interviewed Kevin.
Another question on the Problem of Evil, the alleged contradictions in the Resurrection accounts, and the Argument From Contingency.
Dr. Craig fields questions on the "Criterion of Dissimilarity", understanding Genesis, and how philosophy, science, and scripture work together.
Dr. Craig interacts with a philosophy blog on whether the Christian exercises "blind faith" and circular reasoning when it comes to the Resurrection of Jesus.
Dr. Craig shares thoughts on the recent Supreme Court appointment and what it means for the future of the USA.
Dr. Craig is interviewed by Justin Brierley on responding to atheist "memes" on social media during the pandemic.
Amazing things happened when the Apostle Paul went to Athens and spoke to the philosophers there.
Dr. Craig answers questions on the nature of numbers, the need for certainty, and the relationship between the Argument From Contingency and the Trinity.
Dr. Craig is invited to respond to the most popular atheist slogans (or "memes") in circulation today.
The dialogue has produced many more questions from listeners. Dr. Craig answers some of them in this podcast and in the Question of the Week.
Dr. Craig is interviewed by YouTuber "Cosmic Skeptic" on the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
Dr. Craig responds to a CNN statement and an atheist blogger on whether Jesus was perfect.
Dr. Craig has debated and been interviewed on multiple social media platforms. He also has two new books!
Dr. Craig is interviewed about the Atonement of Christ on the Capturing Christianity channel.
Dr. Craig is asked about the nature of in-house debates, causality, and a listener accuses him of "word salad"!
Dr. Craig is asked about our purpose in life, Alvin Plantinga's evolutionary argument against naturalism, and Dr. Craig's research methods.
Dr. Craig receives questions on Molinism, how thinkers should relax, and a self-deceiving mechanism called The Noble Lie.
Dr. Craig is often asked about a possible backlash against Evangelical Christians due to their support of President Trump. He shares his thoughts.
Bart Ehrman blogs about attending a Bible conference. Dr. Craig is intrigued by Ehrman's evaluation.
Princeton philosopher Hal Halvorson's article on the Fine-Tuning Argument is scrutinized by Dr. Craig.
Dr. Craig is enthusiastic about an article from a former atheist who came to Christ on the strength of arguments for God's existence.
Dr. Craig comments on a philosophy that urges people not to have children so that humanity will become extinct.
An atheist blogger says he'll now attack Christianity at the weakest point. Dr. Craig is not impressed!
A popular church prayed that a deceased child would come back to life. Dr. Craig offers insight on the prayer that went viral
Dr. Craig reflects on the life of Phillip Johnson and his contributions to the Intelligent Design movement.
NFL Quarterback Aaron Rodgers questions Christianity on a recent podcast. Dr. Craig offers some help.
Dr. Craig appears on the Pints With Aquinas podcast to discuss Reasonable Faith, his debates, and vision.
Dr. Craig appears on the Pints With Aquinas podcast to discuss Reasonable Faith, his debates, and vision.
Dr. Craig was recently interviewed by the church staff during Sunday morning worship at West University Baptist Church in Houston Texas.
Dr. Craig was recently interviewed by the church staff during Sunday morning worship at West University Baptist Church in Houston Texas.
A special New Year's greeting from Dr. Craig and excerpts from an interview about Adam and Eve.
Dr. Craig answers questions on whether the Canaanites were give ample warning before their destruction, Molinism, the historicity of Genesis, and Islam.
Dr. Craig answers a question on why he likes the Kalaam Argument best. As well, he receives questions on an infinite regress and the Gospel of Luke.
Dr. Craig answers questions sent to him, including why God would bother to create finite creatures like ourselves.
Dr. Craig continues commenting on an atheist blogger's writing on the biblical Adam and human evolution.
Dr. Craig gives some history behind the amazing support of his wife, Jan. In a rare moment, he and Kevin become very emotional at the end of the podcast.
Dr. Craig addresses critiques of his objections to John Walton's views on the early chapters of Genesis
In his Defenders Class, Dr. Craig has been discussing Genesis, including the controversial views of Dr. John Walton
Are popular speakers like Jordan Peterson more effective than apologetics at pointing to the truth of Christianity?
Dr. Craig talks about his recent one-on-one conversations with the renowned mathematician and physicist.
Dr. Craig remembers his teacher, Dr Norman Geisler, with an overview of his life and work and a few funny moments!
Dr. Craig talks about his discussions with Ben Shapiro and Sir Roger Penrose as well as what's coming up.
Kevin's very first interview with Dr. Craig in 1998 continues with a discussion of a big debate in which Dr. Craig participated just prior to this interview.
This is a the very first interview Kevin did with Dr. Craig back in 1998. They were joined by David Geisler (who recently lost his father, Dr. Norman Geisler).
Dr. Craig joined a recent panel at an apologetics conference and took questions from the audience.
An atheist YouTuber critiques Reasonable Faith's animated video on The Resurrection with his own animation!
An atheist YouTuber critiques Reasonable Faith's animated video on The Resurrection with his own animation!
Questions to Dr. Craig include God's relationship to finite things and how our sense perceptions relate to the Moral Argument for God.
Atheist blogger 'The A-Unicornist" says this is one of the worst arguments for Theism he's ever heard! Does he understand the argument?
Many Christian millennials think it's wrong to evangelize. Dr. Craig offers evaluation.
N.T. Wright clarifies his view on the Second Coming of Christ in response to Dr. Craig.
Dr. Craig offers corrections on an article from Dr. Danny Faulkner criticizing Dr. Craig's work on the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
Dr. Craig reviews an alarming report on insect extinction and draws some theological implications.
How well does an atheist biologist and blogger understand Dr. Craig's five points on the existence of God?
Dr. Craig was on a recent panel discussion on Divine Simplicity. Here is an overview of the fascinating topic.
Dr. Craig listens and responds to a Christian talk show reaction to his New York Times interview.
Dr. Craig takes a look at the avalanche of published responses to his New York Times interview.
Dr. Craig takes us behind the scenes of his interview with Nicholas Kristof in the New York Times concerning the truth of Christianity.
Dr. Craig fields questions about a complex aspect of God's nature and evidence for the resurrection of Jesus.
What is String Theory and is it still viable? Dr. Craig discusses how it relates to the Fine Tuning of the universe.
In this podcast, Dr. Craig also gives insight into the whimsical characters of his children's books.
Dr. Craig interacts with a blogger who claims that teaching children they are 'sinners' is damaging to them!
An atheist author wonders why Dr. Craig advises someone against reading atheist material.
Some think that Friedrich Nietzsche got a bad rap. Did he really view life as meaningless?
Dr Craig continues his discussion on Tim Crane's recent book on how atheists tend to 'get it wrong'.
Many think the recent book by atheist philosopher Tim Crane is an important work. Including atheist Keith Parsons. Dr. Craig weighs in.
Dr. Craig continues commentary on this debate with Dr. Wielenberg Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.
A debate for which Dr. Craig rigorously prepared on the Moral Argument. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.