Gary Habermas | The Resurrection

(Note: Due to technical issues this interview is in audio format only. Unfortunately the audio is of a lesser quality than normal.)
Join me as I interview Dr. Gary Habermas. Gary has dedicated his professional life to the examination of the relevant historical, philosophical, and theological issues surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. He has specialized in cataloging and communicating trends among scholars in the field of the historical Jesus and New Testament studies. He is a distinguished research professor and chair of the Department of Philosophy and Theology at Liberty University.
Gary's Website: https://garyhabermas.com/
Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@garyhabermas1473

Gary's Minimal Facts:
1) that Jesus died by crucifixion
2) that very soon afterwards, his followers had real experiences that they thought were actual appearances of the risen Jesus
3) that their lives were transformed as a result, even to the point of being willing to die specifically for their faith in the resurrection message
4) that these things were taught very early, soon after the crucifixion
5) that James, Jesus’ unbelieving brother, became a Christian due to his own experience that he thought was the resurrected Christ
6) that the Christian persecutor Paul (formerly Saul of Tarsus) also became a believer after a similar experience.
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0:00 - Intro and some history about Gary's life
4:00 - Why did you major on the Resurrection?
6:55 - Does Christianity stand or fall on the Resurrection?
8:05 - Are the facts about the Resurrection irrefutable?
11:42 - The inspiration behind the Minimal Facts
17:38 - The Disciples saw something that changed them
21:46 - Paul's experience and listing the rest of the Minimal Facts for the Resurrection
27:28 - Why isn't the "Empty Tomb" argument in the top of the Minimal Facts?
32:58 - Do people reject the evidence because they love their sin more?
37:10 - What legacy does Gary want to leave?
39:00 - Hopeful for future generations because of your students?
41:12 - What are you currently working on?
41:56 - What's the best way to support Gary's work and keep up?
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