Mark Lanier - Atheism on Trial

How well do arguments for atheism stand up in a courtroom? Do atheistic frameworks give a satisfactory answer for understanding human existence? Brent talks with Mark Lanier a trial lawyer and founder of the Lanier Law Firm.  Mark was voted 2013 Top Class Action Attorney in America by US News and World Report’s Best Lawyers. Mark’s book ‘Atheism on Trial: A Lawyer Examines the Case for Unbelief’ is published by IVP America. 1:05) What constitutes evidence in the legal arena? (2:17) Burden of Proof; (4:12) Definition of atheism and agnosticism; (5:55) The arguments for atheism and agnosticism; (7:15) The evidence for atheism; (9:08) Arguments for atheism and burden of proof; (12:15) What is the case for atheism founded on? (14:10) Is the existence of evil and suffering a valid argument against the existence of God? (16:50) Logical fallacy arguments; (19:10) Agnosticism; (21:11) Is a belief in God inconsistent with modern science? Links mentioned in this episode: www.ivpress.com Mark W. Lanier 'Atheism on Trial: A Lawyer Examines the Case for Unbelief' Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: [email protected] godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast