Rephonic
Artwork for Reasonable Faith Podcast

Reasonable Faith Podcast

William Lane Craig
Christianity
God
Philosophy
Kalam Cosmological Argument
Trinity
Theology
Atheism
Christian Apologetics
Resurrection
Resurrection Of Jesus
Free Will
Atonement
Apologetics
Theism
Philosophy Of Religion
Salvation
Jesus Christ
Eucharist
Original Sin
Evolution

Reasonable Faith features the work of philosopher and theologian Dr. William Lane Craig, discussing the most important issues concerning the truth of the Christian faith today. Reasonable Faith aims to to provide an articulate, intelligent voice for biblical Christianity in the public arena, to challenge unbelievers with the truth of biblical Christianity, and to train Christians to state and defe... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes300Founded19 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
ChristianityPhilosophyReligion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Reasonable Faith Podcast

Latest Episodes

In this episode, Dr. William Lane Craig answers questions regarding the resurrection of Jesus. What do scholars say about the empty tomb? What does prominent scholarship on the resurrection tell us? Does the best New Testament research support the fa... more

An undergraduate philosophy student presses Dr. Craig on his view that God exists timelessly without the universe but temporally once creation begins: if God can timelessly bring about a temporal effect like the beginning of time, why couldn't God pe... more

A YouTuber named Jay claims Frank Turek dodged a university student's question: if God is perfect, why didn't He create us perfect rather than flawed? Kevin plays the clips, and Dr. Craig explains why the question is built on confusion. Only God is a... more

A listener who's been working through Dr. Craig's Systematic Philosophical Theology asks whether it's more accurate to say Jesus Christ is "the Spirit of the Logos" united to a human body, rather than "the soul of the Logos," pointing to passages des... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Unbelievable?
Unbelievable?Premier Unbelievable?
The Sean McDowell Show
The Sean McDowell ShowThe Sean McDowell Show
Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture
Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureTalbot School of Theology at Biola University / Sean McDowell & Scott Rae

Recent Guests

Paul Copan
Philosopher and theologian, author of the article discussed
Episode: Apatheism and the Unexamined Life
Todd Phillips
Scholar of the Bible and former megachurch pastor
Former Lake Point Church pastor, author/speaker
Episode: A Megachurch Pastor's Eight Reasons for Leaving the Faith and Where They Go Wrong
N. T. Wright
Biblical scholar and theologian
Oxford (as a scholar)
Episode: N.T. Wright, Francis Collins, and the Historical Adam: William Lane Craig Responds
Francis Collins
Physician-geneticist; former director of the Human Genome Project
BioLogos (mentioned)
Episode: N.T. Wright, Francis Collins, and the Historical Adam: William Lane Craig Responds
Nordin Morroco
Audience member posing questions on aesthetics
Episode: Is Beauty an Objective Feature of Reality? (QoW #1002)
William Lane Craig
Philosopher and theologian, debated and discussed annihilationism and atonement
Reasonable Faith / Biola University
Episode: Annihilation and Atonement (QoW #999)
Emily Qureshi-Hurst
Guest contributing naturalist/observational perspective on purpose and teleology
Episode: Aboutness, Autonomy, and the Missing Option X: Dr. Craig Responds to Davies and Qureshi-Hurst
Paul Canada
Listener submitting questions on the topic of non-belief and disbelief
Episode: Non-Belief and Disbelief (QoW #995)
Philip Goff
Professor of Philosophy at Durham University; proponent of panpsychism
Durham University
Episode: God or Godish? A Conversation with William Lane Craig and Philip Goff

Hosts

William Lane Craig
Philosopher and theologian, presenter of Reasonable Faith
Kevin Harris
Host of the podcast, engaging the guest with questions and commentary

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Dr Craig is so helpful

    Thanks Dr Craig

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ph908
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Too smart for his own good

    Been a huge fan of WLC for many years however he’s now a liberal academic / intellectual who over analyzes everything. It’s disappointing to hear him today talk about Genesis being a myth. WLC believes one must be a scholar to understand the Bible and ignore the plain meaning. We apparently cannot interpret the Bible with the help of him and other elite theologians.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Corey Lambrecht
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast.

    Dr Craig simplifies complex ideas so the then can be understood by anyone who has ears to listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guybone1
    United States2 years ago
  • Good Apologetics, unfortunate politics

    Longtime listener here. While I have a deep appreciation for Dr Craig and his work, I have noticed politics slowly creeping their way into the podcast. I view this as unfortunate but a sign of the times in America, I continue to listen, but with much less gusto as of late.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    GumpIsrael
    United States2 years ago
  • Great work

    Thoughtful and meaningful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hdheune
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners feel occasional ideological shifts or politics entering debates.
High level apologetics with rigorous philosophical framing.
Thoughtful and well-argued discussions that are accessible to educated listeners.
Strong scholarly tone with clear defenses of classical theism.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Spirit of the Logos? (QoW #1009)
Q: So, to begin with, my view is not that Jesus Christ is the soul of the Logos united to a human body. For the Logos does not have a soul. Rather, my hypothesis is that the Logos is the soul of Jesus Christ. I trust that you can see the difference.
Dr. Craig responds by clarifying that the Logos does not possess a soul; instead, the proposal is that the Logos constitutes the soul of Jesus Christ, while Jesus himself is a full person with a human body and human soul, and that the relationship must be articulated to prevent misunderstanding about incarnation.
Annihilationism and Penal Substitutionary Atonement Once More (QoW #1006)
Q: What would the annihilationist position say about Christ's punishment and its compatibility with penal substitution, given the claim that annihilation might negate a key aspect of atonement?
Craig argues that annihilationism creates serious problems for penal substitution by forcing a view in which the punishment would not align with the doctrine of substitution and justice, challenging core elements of the traditional atonement model.
Annihilationism and Penal Substitutionary Atonement Once More (QoW #1006)
Q: If Christ is the eternal Son and the Trinity is indivisible, in what sense can we speak of a momentary separation from the Father, and what implications does this have for atonement?
The discussion emphasizes that student has to distinguish between the ontological status of the Son and the experiential communication of divine fellowship during the crucifixion, which does not require a physical separation.
Annihilationism and Penal Substitutionary Atonement Once More (QoW #1006)
Q: I wondered if one part of the original question deserved a more direct response regarding what, if anything, that momentary separation means within Orthodox Trinitarian theology.
Dr. Craig identifies the separation as non-ontological—primarily mental or relational—not a literal break in the divine essence, and explains that this framing preserves the Trinity while addressing the cross-related atonement questions.
Inevitable Sin? (QoW #1007)
Q: How can it be just for God to punish humanity for sin if God created conditions that make sin inevitable?
Dr. Craig argues that God created freedom-permitting circumstances, not inevitable ones, and that moral responsibility rests on free choices under grace, not on predetermined inevitability.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Reasonable Faith Podcast

What is Reasonable Faith Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Thoughtful, debate-driven discussions at the intersection of philosophy, theology, and Christian apologetics. Episodes frequently tackle topics like the nature of God, the problem of evil, resurrection and biblical reliability, along with nuanced examinations of biblical interpretation and Christian ethics. A recurring strength is clear, rigor-focused dialogue between a renowned philosopher-theologian and a host, often incorporating challenging questions from listeners. The show's appeal lies in its methodical argumentation, scholarly references, and willingness to entertain competing views while grounding conclusions in classical theism and biblical hermeneutics. This makes it a strong fit for listeners who want deep, analytical exploratio... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Reasonable Faith Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Reasonable Faith Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Reasonable Faith Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Reasonable Faith Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Reasonable Faith Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Reasonable Faith Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Reasonable Faith Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Reasonable Faith Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Reasonable Faith Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Reasonable Faith Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Reasonable Faith Podcast:

1. Unbelievable?
2. Intelligent Design the Future
3. Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast
4. The Sean McDowell Show
5. Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

How many episodes of Reasonable Faith Podcast are there?

Reasonable Faith Podcast launched 19 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Reasonable Faith Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Reasonable Faith Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Reasonable Faith Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Reasonable Faith Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Reasonable Faith Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Reasonable Faith Podcast?

Recent guests on Reasonable Faith Podcast include:

1. Paul Copan
2. Todd Phillips
3. N. T. Wright
4. Francis Collins
5. Nordin Morroco
6. William Lane Craig
7. Emily Qureshi-Hurst
8. Paul Canada

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days