Here’s One Way to Resist Naturalistic Arguments: Lack Belief that Matter Exists!
A Christian apologist writing under the pseudonym ‘InvestigativeApologetics’ stated the usual objection to atheism, namely, that it’s impossible to prove or give evidence for the non-existence of God. The fact is that atheists who yell that “there is no evidence for God (or Christianity)” are protesting too much, so to speak, and they are, in … Here’s One Way to Resist Naturalistic Arguments: Lack Belief that Matter Exists!
Atheism and the difference between consistency and entailment
(redated post originally published here on 20 November 2011) At Jeff Lowder’s suggestion, I’m re-posting this 2008 post from my own blog here. Although the referenced blog, The Country Shrink, no longer exists, I have replaced the links to refer to copies of the posts at the Internet Archive. — A Christian rural psychologist has … Atheism and the difference between consistency and entailment
I.I. Sponsors Internet Debate on God’s Existence: God or Blind Nature?
(redated post originally published on 9 July 2007) After five years of planning, preparation, and work, the Internet Infidels will officially announce on July 1 the first installment of its “Great Debate” project, God or Blind Nature? Philosophers Debate the Evidence. (I’ve been given the OK to post this early.) The project, coordinated by agnostic … I.I. Sponsors Internet Debate on God’s Existence: God or Blind Nature?
Victor Reppert’s Anti-Naturalistic Argument from Pain
(redated post originally published on 25 November 2006) There are a variety of approaches to formulating an argument from evil against theism. Two of the most influential versions of the evidential argument from evil were developed by atheist William Rowe and agnostic Paul Draper. Both involve appeals to pain. In a recent entry on his … Victor Reppert’s Anti-Naturalistic Argument from Pain
I Don’t Care
Thomas Aquinas pulled a classic BAIT-AND-SWITCH move in Summa Theologica: “Therefore it is necessary to arrive at a first mover, moved by no other; and this everyone understands to be God.” “Therefore it is necessary to admit a first efficient cause, to which everyone gives the name of God.” “Therefore we cannot but admit the existence … I Don’t Care
Are Pain and Suffering the Only Evidence for Atheism?
Frank Turek is a Christian apologist, debater, and author or co-author of several books, including I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist (see my rebuttal here). He recently tweeted the following: Truth? https://t.co/MobF1LkyjF #truth #apologetics pic.twitter.com/hb8cfJobtX — Frank Turek (@Frank_Turek) February 11, 2016 Make sure you click on the link that begins with … Are Pain and Suffering the Only Evidence for Atheism?
Sarcasm: How to be an Atheist Apologist
(redated post originally published on 3 December 2006) Disclaimer: the following post is sarcastic. It is not intended to be representative of the tactics used by all or most atheist “apologists.” 1. Any reason for doubt, no matter how far-fetched or speculative, is sufficient for avoiding the conclusion that God exists. For example, even if … Sarcasm: How to be an Atheist Apologist
Sarcasm: How to be a Christian Apologist
(redated post originally published on 2 December 2006) Disclaimer: the following post is sarcastic. It is not intended to be representative of the tactics used by all or most Christian apologists. 1. Doubt is to be avoided at all costs. There’s a reason for the expression, “devil’s advocate,” you know. 2. Do not mention objections … Sarcasm: How to be a Christian Apologist
Weighing Theistic Evidence Against Naturalistic Evidence
In the next-to-last paragraph of his book, C.S. Lewis’ Dangerous Idea: In Defense of the Argument from Reason, Victor Reppert makes a very interesting statement: However, I contend that the arguments from reason do provide some substantial reasons for preferring theism to naturalism. The “problem of reason” is a huge problem for reason, as serious or, I … Weighing Theistic Evidence Against Naturalistic Evidence
Why (Almost All) Cosmologists are Atheists
(redated post originally published on 1 May 2006) Thanks to Keith Augustine for pointing this out to me: http://preposterousuniverse.com/writings/nd-paper/ Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional)