Jon Steel
Jon Steel
Pretending Bible Contradictions Matter: An Atheist’s Favorite Pastime
Pretending Bible Contradictions Matter: An Atheist’s Favorite Pastime
Pretending Bible Contradictions Matter: An Atheist’s Favorite Pastime
Sunday 2nd March 2025
Jon Steel and an atheist guest debate Bible contradictions, historical evidence, and the nature of belief in this engaging episode.
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Get the buttons here!Debating Bible Contradictions: Faith vs. Scepticism
Episode Overview
- Discussion on whether Bible contradictions affect belief in Jesus's resurrection.
- Exploration of historical evidence for Jesus's existence and miracles.
- Debate on the burden of proof between atheists and Christians.
- Analysis of how personal epistemology influences belief systems.
- Consideration of whether evidence alone can change deeply held beliefs.
It doesn't matter the evidence I bring, you will never be convinced.
In this episode of Big Jon Steel, Jon Steel engages in a spirited discussion with an atheist guest about the contradictions in the Bible and the nature of belief. The conversation starts with a hypothetical scenario: if the Gospels were written immediately after Jesus's death and contained no contradictions, would the guest believe in the resurrection? The guest's response is a firm no, leading to a deeper exploration of why evidence alone may not change one's belief system.
The debate covers historical evidence, miracles, and the burden of proof, with Jon questioning whether atheists' scepticism is rooted more in their own epistemology than in the evidence itself. The guest, identifying as an agnostic atheist, argues that the existence of God or miracles cannot be proven or disproven with certainty, and that belief is not a choice but a result of conviction based on available evidence.
Jon pushes back, suggesting that some atheists might never be convinced regardless of the evidence presented. This episode offers a thought-provoking dialogue on faith, scepticism, and the complexities of belief systems. Whether you're a believer, a sceptic, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge your perspectives and invite you to reflect on your own beliefs.