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John Lennox Greatest Hits: Can Science Explain Everything?

 

Is the rigorous pursuit of scientific knowledge compatible with a sincere faith in God? One of the greatest myths regarding God and science is that science has somehow disproven God. But the exact opposite is closer to the truth. If science has disproven anything, it has disproven atheism. How can that be?

The brilliant, humble, and always well-spoken, Dr. John Lennox, President of The Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, joins Frank for a deep and wide-ranging conversation about the relationship between faith and science. From science and philosophy to personal testimony and practical wisdom, this conversation explores just a handful of the many books Dr. Lennox has written over the years, and why he believes Christianity is worth standing up for—no matter the cost. During their discussion, they tackle questions like:

  • How did an Oxford mathematician come to believe that Christianity is true?
  • Who told John that he needed to give up on God if he wanted a career in science and what was his response?
  • What was it like listening to C.S. Lewis give his last lectures?
  • What’s the “roast chicken” analogy?
  • Why can’t physics and chemistry explain the deepest questions of life?
  • What about the God of the Gaps argument?
  • Do the laws of nature prove that miracles are impossible?
  • What does John think is the best evidence for the resurrection?
  • After living out 70+ years of faith and reason is there anything he would do differently?

Listeners will enjoy Dr. Lennox’s engaging stories, clever analogies, and practical ways to communicate the Gospel of grace clearly in a skeptical age. Don’t miss this gem of an episode, and be sure to check out some of John’s fantastic books listed in the resources section below!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

John’s website: JohnLennox.org
The Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics: TheOCCA.org
BOOK: Can Science Explain Everything?
BOOK: 2084 and the AI Revolution
BOOK: Cosmic Chemistry: Do God & Science Mix?
DEBATE: Richard Dawkins vs. John Lennox: The God Delusion Debate
DEBATE: Richard Dawkins vs. John Lennox: Has Science Buried God?

 

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Why Grace is the True Meaning of Christmas

What is the true meaning of Christmas? As Christians, we know it has little to do with trees, presents, and reindeer. But what is it really about? Why is there a Christmas at all? Frank goes to an unlikely place to highlight why Christmas exists — the book of Galatians. There, the Apostle Paul fights for the truth of the gospel — the “good news”— the news that Christ has come to take our sin upon Himself and offer us forgiveness and righteousness for free. The greatest news in the history of the world is that God saves us by grace. Christianity would not be unique if it was just another works-based way to get to God. Grace sets people free from guilt, from rituals, from anxiety, and, most importantly, from our sins. Join Frank as he unpacks this from the first book of the Bible Paul ever wrote, with the most important message he ever wrote.

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Finding God’s Will for Your Life

How do you find God’s will for your life? God sends you hints and nudges so you know what school to go to, what job to take, and who to marry. After all, God’s sheep “hear his voice”, we are “led by the Spirit”, and God gives us “peace” when we discover his will through “a still, small voice”.

That’s the traditional Christian view. But is that view biblical? Sorry, but the answer is no!

Greg Koukl, president of Stand to Reason and CIA instructor, joins Frank to show us why this view is wrong, and to offer us the true biblical view of finding God’s will for your life. Along the way, Greg addresses all the scriptures typically used to defend the traditional view and shows why they don’t work.

While some people may be upset because they think the true biblical view takes God away from them, the biblical view is actually liberating and will help you become a more mature disciple of Christ. This podcast is certainly one of the most practical and important we’ve done recently, so please don’t miss it!

For much more on this topic, be sure to read Greg’s three-part series called Does God Whisper?

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Chesterton’s Gateway

About a century ago the editor of the London Times asked his readers to write in to answer the question, “What’s wrong with the world?” G.K. Chesterton wrote back two words: “I am.” Chesterton was a Christian writer, poet, illustrator, and debater who went on to write more than 80 books and thousands of essays. One of his books had a profound impact on C.S. Lewis. You’ve probably heard several of Chesterton’s quotes even if you don’t recognize the name.

Ethan Nicolle, who is also one of the brilliant minds behind the Babylon Bee, has made it easy to read 14 of Chesterton’s best essays in his new book called Chesterton’s Gateway. He joins Frank on this podcast to share some of the best insights and humor from Chesterton on issues such as wonder, progressivism, religious freedom, and our inane tendency to abandon traditional morality for new fads, among other topics. As you’ll see, Chesterton was well ahead of his time predicting much of what has happened in the world and our modern culture even though he died over 85 years ago. We think you’ll enjoy this one!

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Eternal Hell for Temporal Sins?

How is it just for God to punish people for eternity when they’ve only committed temporal sins? Isn’t that overkill? Is Hell just temporary? Is it loving for God to “send” people to Hell? Frank answers those questions and others on this sensitive topic.

Plus, he dives into some of the objections leveled at the evidence that authenticates both the New Testament and the recently found burial box of the High Priest Caiaphas. Yes, we’ve actually discovered the grave and bones of the man who sentenced Jesus to die! But is the box real or a fake? Find out in this week’s episode of the ‘I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be An Atheist’ Podcast.

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Bullies and Saints | with Dr. John Dickson

Atheist Christopher Hitchens once wrote, “religion poisons everything”, and he included the Christian religion in that assessment. When you look at the behavior of some claiming to be Christians over the centuries— when you look at church history— you realize that Hitchens was right in many ways. The history of Christianity has been a mixed bag historically: some very good behavior and some very bad behavior.

Dr. John Dickson of the University of Sydney and visiting professor at Oxford has written a brilliant and balanced book called, ‘Bullies and Saints: An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History,’ that covers every century of church history. He joins Frank to reveal the truth about:

  • The behavior of the first believers (they were “good losers”)
  • Myths about Constantine
  • How the religious freedom beliefs of Tertullian got to Thomas Jefferson
  • Why slavery was eradicated and why it took so long
  • The Crusades
  • The Spanish Inquisition
  • The real reason for the violence in Northern Ireland
  • The worst scandal in church history
  • The most unique ethical contributions of Christianity
  • The most surprising discovery made by Dr. Dickson in his research
  • Why bullies are common, but saints are not
  • How our bad behavior implies a standard and our need for a Savior

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And please check out Dr. Dickson’s wonderfully produced podcast at undeceptions.com.

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Cosmic Chemistry | with John Lennox

One of the greatest myths regarding God and science is that science has somehow disproven God. The exact opposite is actually closer to the truth. If science has disproven anything, it has disproven atheism. How can that be? The Great Dr. John Lennox, Professor at Oxford University, joins Frank to offer answers by discussing his new book Cosmic Chemistry.  They address questions such as:

  • What can science explain and what are its limits— what can’t it explain?
  • What are new developments in science that are pointing more toward intelligence as a cause?
  • How does atheistic materialism negate our ability to reason and our ability to do science?
  • Why does science depend on an intelligent being?
  • What is the origin of natural laws?
  • What is the origin of information and why can’t information be explained by natural laws?
  • Why does evolution fail to disprove God?
  • Even if macroevolution is true, how do we know there is an intelligence behind the evolutionary process?
  • What about the “God of the gaps” objection?

Dr. Lennox is his usual cogent and winsome self-offering analogies that help us all understand complex subjects.

Don’t miss this one and make sure to get his new book here: https://amzn.to/2YEp1ZU

For his movie “Against the Tide” click here: https://amzn.to/321wPqd

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2084 with Dr. John Lennox

“Summoning a Demon” is how Tesla CEO Elon Musk referred to Artificial Intelligence.  Is he right?  Artificial Intelligence is here, and more is coming.  Will it bring us utopia or dystopia?  Should we be enthralled or afraid?  What are the ethics of AI?  Will AI machines ever become conscious?  What does the Bible have to say about AI?  Could AI actually be predicted by the book of Revelation?

Frank interviews the great John Lennox, who has written a provocative new book on AI. It’s fittingly called 2084, and he is the guest for the entire program.

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Can Science Explain Everything? Featuring Dr. John Lennox

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  • Can science explain everything?
  • Is science an unstoppable force in human development?  Will it provide for all of our needs?
  • How can a scientist believe in God?
  • Are Christians committing the God of the Gaps fallacy when we say the universe, and certain designs in the universe, point to a being like God?
  • Is Christianity at odds with science or is atheism at odds with science?
  • Isn’t it irrational to believe in miracles and the supernatural?
  • What’s the best way to correct mistakes that people make about science and Christianity?

There’s nobody on the planet better at answering these questions than Dr. John Lennox of Oxford University. He joins Frank to share some wonderful illustrations and discuss his new book Can Science Explain Everything?

Don’t know who Dr. Lennox is?  Go to YouTube and search for his two debates with Richard Dawkins.  Dr. Lennox is the best blend of truth and grace out there!

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