<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the &lt;a href="https://mamabearapologetics.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="nofollow"&gt;Mama Bear Apologetics&lt;/a&gt; podcast, Amy and Tricia Scribner continue their series on arguments for the existence of God by exploring the moral argument, also called the “right and wrong argument.” They explain that if objective moral laws exist, then there must be a moral lawgiver behind them. The conversation carefully distinguishes between descriptive statements (“what is”) and moral or prescriptive statements (“what ought to be”), arguing that morality cannot arise from impersonal forces or mere social convention.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Amy and Tricia address several common objections to objective morality, including moral relativism, emotional subjectivism, and Darwinian evolutionary explanations for morality. Drawing from thinkers such as C.S. Lewis, Frank Turek, Norman Geisler, and Francis Schaeffer, they demonstrate how universal moral principles exist across cultures even when customs differ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The hosts also discuss the Euthyphro dilemma and explain the Christian understanding that goodness flows from God’s very nature rather than existing independently of Him. Throughout the episode, they provide practical ways parents can help children recognize objective morality through movies, discussions, discipline, and everyday experiences.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Main Points Covered&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Moral Argument for God’s Existence&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Objective Morality vs. Subjective Morality&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Common Challenges to Objective Morality&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;C.S. 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Mama Bear Apologetics

Hillary Morgan Ferrer & Amy Davison

Episode 150. The Moral Argument for God

MAY 12, 202654 MIN
Mama Bear Apologetics

Episode 150. The Moral Argument for God

MAY 12, 202654 MIN

Description

In this episode of the Mama Bear Apologetics podcast, Amy and Tricia Scribner continue their series on arguments for the existence of God by exploring the moral argument, also called the “right and wrong argument.” They explain that if objective moral laws exist, then there must be a moral lawgiver behind them. The conversation carefully distinguishes between descriptive statements (“what is”) and moral or prescriptive statements (“what ought to be”), arguing that morality cannot arise from impersonal forces or mere social convention.Amy and Tricia address several common objections to objective morality, including moral relativism, emotional subjectivism, and Darwinian evolutionary explanations for morality. Drawing from thinkers such as C.S. Lewis, Frank Turek, Norman Geisler, and Francis Schaeffer, they demonstrate how universal moral principles exist across cultures even when customs differ.The hosts also discuss the Euthyphro dilemma and explain the Christian understanding that goodness flows from God’s very nature rather than existing independently of Him. Throughout the episode, they provide practical ways parents can help children recognize objective morality through movies, discussions, discipline, and everyday experiences.Main Points CoveredThe Moral Argument for God’s ExistenceObjective Morality vs. Subjective MoralityCommon Challenges to Objective MoralityC.S. Lewis and the Nature of JusticeTeaching Children About Morality and TruthScriptures MentionedRomans 2:15 — The law written on human heartsGalatians 5:20–23 — Fruit of the Spirit and moral goodnessPsalm 34:8 — “Taste and see that the Lord is good”Romans 3 — Humanity missing the moral standardThanks to Our SponsorsAirDoctorAirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code MBA and you’ll receive up to $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! Lock this special offer by using our promo code MBA at checkout!Cozy EarthDiscover how Cozy Earth turns everyday routines into moments of softness and ease. Head to cozyearth.com and use code MAMABEAR for an exclusive 30% off.More from Mama BearCheck out our websiteBuy the Mama Bear Apologetics book (affiliate link)Join Our Email ListHave Us Speak at Your EventFollow us on social media FacebookXInstagramWant to support our ministry?Donate Here—Editing and Support by The Good Podcast Co. If you are interested in being a supporting sponsor of the show, please email [email protected]