Can God be all-powerful and limited at the same time? What is a “limited’ version of theism? In this lively and thought-provoking debate, Dr. William Lane Craig engages philosopher Philip Goff on the nature of God, divine power, and what it means to believe in a God who is both transcendent and personal. Hosted by Justin Brierley, this wide-ranging discussion explores Goff’s evolving views on Christianity, panpsychism, panentheism, the fine-tuning of the universe, and how we confront the problem of evil.

Dr. Craig challenges Goff’s “mildly heretical” take on Christian belief, offering a classical theistic defense grounded in rigorous philosophical theology. Along the way, they wrestle with deep questions:
– Is the resurrection identical to the ascension?
– Can God be meaningfully described without limiting Him?
– Is suffering better explained by traditional or revisionist theologies?

Whether you’re a theist, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this dialogue offers a fascinating look at two very different approaches to God, reason, and reality.

🙏Special thanks to Justin Brierley for this dialogue and footage. Be sure to check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCA8OLro51jdeZTwHFKASx1g

📌 Chapters:
00:00 Whats In Store!
01:01 Introduction from Justin Brierley
03:47 Philip Goffs interesting journey to heretical Christian
09:18 Dr. Craig challenges Goffs views
11:37 Panpsychism & Panentheism issues
29:02 A fine-tuned universe and a limited God?
34:30 Is this a sufficient solution to the Problem of Evil & Suffering?
50:00 Goff vs Craig on an ascension = resurrection or traditional resurrection
01:06:50 Are we placing God in a philosophical box?
01:12:08 Post-discussion conversation with Peter Byrom
01:15:33 Evaluating two different approaches
01:34:50 Goffs biggest personal issue with an orthodox view
01:39:40 Goffs journey with Jesus and Easter Orthodox faith

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