In this thought-provoking episode of Truth Tribe, host Douglas Groothuis delves into the enduring legacy of Blaise Pascal, the 17th-century philosopher and theologian. Discover how Pascal's insights on faith, reason, and the human condition continue to resonate today. Groothuis explores key themes from Pascal's works, including his famous "Wager," and discusses their relevance in defending the Christian faith against modern skepticism.

Key Topics:
Overview of Blaise Pascal’s life and contributions
The significance of Pascal's Wager in apologetics
How Pascal’s thoughts on faith and reason apply to contemporary social issues
Strategies for integrating Pascal’s insights into modern Christian discourse

Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Research Professor of Apologetics and Christian Worldview at Cornerstone University and the author of twenty books, including Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal(InterVarsity, 2024).

In this thought-provoking episode of Truth Tribe, host Douglas Groothuis delves into the enduring legacy of Blaise Pascal, the 17th-century philosopher and theologian. Discover how Pascal's insights on faith, reason, and the human condition continue to resonate today. Groothuis explores key themes from Pascal's works, including his famous "Wager," and discusses their relevance in defending the Christian faith against modern skepticism.
Key Topics:
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<li data-start="534" data-end="586">Overview of Blaise Pascal&rsquo;s life and contributions</li>
<li data-start="587" data-end="638">The significance of Pascal's Wager in apologetics</li>
<li data-start="639" data-end="718">How Pascal&rsquo;s thoughts on faith and reason apply to contemporary social issues</li>
<li data-start="719" data-end="797">Strategies for integrating Pascal&rsquo;s insights into modern Christian discourse</li>
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Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Research Professor of Apologetics and Christian Worldview at Cornerstone University and the author of twenty books, including <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Wager-Christian-Brilliance-Blaise/dp/1514001780/">Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal </a>(InterVarsity, 2024).

Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis is a podcast dedicated to finding the truth through reason, and evidence about what matters most. Our subjects include how to defend the Christian faith (through apologetics), biblical ethics, and social issues.

Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis

Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis is a podcast dedicated to finding the truth through reason, and evidence about what matters most. Our subjects include how to defend the Christian faith (through apologetics), biblical ethics, and social issues.