In the Arena: The Debates and Lectures of William Lane Craig
This podcast features the debates and lectures of Dr. William Lane Craig, a prominent philosopher and Christian apologist. It presents recordings of his public engagements on topics such as the existence of God, the historicity of Jesus, and the compatibility of faith and reason. Listeners can hear Craig's arguments and responses from various live events.
Episodes
Is the Existence of God Provable?
Dr. Craig joins Eric Metaxas on Socrates in the City for a conversation that begins with whether we can know that God exists. Why does Dr. Craig consider apathy a greater obstacle to belief than atheism? What does he think kept Christopher Hitchens from engaging the arguments? The discussion then turns to Dr. Craig's Systematic Philosophical Theology: how Scripture can be both the Word of God and
Why God Must Exist: A Logical Case
Can there be meaning or morality without God? And what's the real difference between God and the Flying Spaghetti Monster? Dr. William Lane Craig takes on Richard Dawkins' central argument against God, explains what it means to call God a necessary being, and answers hard questions about whether Jesus' story borrows from pagan myth, whether Christianity can be the one true religion, and how heaven
Trent Horn Interviews William Lane Craig: The Kalam, Conversion, and Catholicism
Catholic apologist Trent Horn sits down with Dr. William Lane Craig to compare their paths from high school conversions to public debate, then turns to the argument that has defined Dr. Craig's career. Dr. Craig explains how a clearance-table copy of Stuart Hackett's The Resurrection of Theism led to his doctoral work on the kalam cosmological argument under John Hick. He also explains why he sees
Jesus is God...So is the Father. Here's Why This Makes Sense.
Is the Trinity Biblical? Is it logically sound, or total nonsense? In this important interview, I ask Dr. William Lane Craig his top 13 questions on the Trinity, such as: "If Jesus is God, and the Father is God, then is Jesus the Father?" This is one you may want to listen to a couple times to really grasp. Enjoy and let us know what you think!
Did Adam & Eve Actually Exist?
Could Adam & Eve have been real people who lived long before 6,000 years ago? Dr. William Lane Craig defends his historical Adam model.In this in-depth interview, Dr. William Lane Craig defends the central argument of his book In Quest of the Historical Adam: that Adam and Eve were real historical persons, but likely lived far earlier than the traditional young-earth timeline — possibly 750,00
Christianity is Trending...But Is It True?
Dr. William Lane Craig, Emeritus Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, delivered this talk on May 6, 2026, at Oxford Town Hall in Oxford, England, hosted by OCCA (The Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics). In it, Dr. Craig lays out key evidence supporting the truth of the Christian faith, addressing the question of whether Christianity — despite its cu
Michael Ruse & William Lane Craig Discuss: Why Should Anyone Believe in God?
Agnostic philosopher of science Michael Ruse and Dr. William Lane Craig conversationally debate one another on theistic concepts, the resurrection of Jesus, the nature of the Gospel accounts, morality, philosophy, Molinism, and more.Special thanks to Bryan Callen for this interview on The Bryan Callen Show.
Five Reasons Why You Can Believe God Exists
Is belief in God intellectually defensible or just wishful thinking? In this classic interview with John Ankerberg, Dr. William Lane Craig lays out five lines of evidence he's used for decades to make the case for God's existence against atheism and agnosticism. Whether you're a skeptic, a seeker, or a believer looking to sharpen your own case, this episode is a compact tour of the arguments that
How Can Jesus Be Both God & Man?
Dr. William Lane Craig gives a lecture on a classic Christian controversy, explaining historical positions and biblical perspectives on the nature of Christ.
Christianity Is Trending...But Is It True?
Philosopher and theologian Dr William Lane Craig tackles one of the deepest questions of the human condition: is faith in God rationally defensible, or just a comforting illusion we cling to because the truth feels unbearable? Speaking to a packed Oxford Town Hall, Craig moves from the honest doubts of thinkers like Bertrand Russell through the cosmological and fine-tuning arguments for a Creator,
Did God Create Reality? William Lane Craig, Philip Goff, Jessica Frazier and Joe Folley Debate
Where did reality come from, where is it heading, and does any of it have meaning? Host Jack Symes puts Dr. William Lane Craig in conversation with three strikingly different thinkers: Hindu scholar Jessica Frazier, philosopher Philip Goff, and agnostic thinker Joe Folley — recorded live with support from the John Templeton Foundation.Dr. Craig argues that God is the best explanation for the unive
Answering Big Questions From Genesis
Dr. William Lane Craig tackles some of the most controversial questions concerning the first book of the Bible. Was Adam a real, historical person? If so, who was he and when did he live? Drawing on his book In Quest of the Historical Adam, Dr. Craig argues that Genesis 1–11 is best read as "mytho-history": grounded in real people and events, yet told in the figurative, symbolic language of ancien
Response + Q&A of William Lane Craig's Systematic Philosophical Theology, Vol. 1
A panel of scholars offer their evaluations of Dr. Craig's Systematic Philosophical Theology, Volume One at the Evangelical Philosophical Society conference in 2025. In this second part, Dr. Craig responds and the panel takes Q&A from the audience.
Does God Exist?: Alex O’Connor vs William Lane Craig
Recorded at London’s Royal Institution in May 2026, this Unbelievable? x Panpsycast x Theora co-production brought William Lane Craig face-to-face with Alex O’Connor for a gripping conversation on God, cosmology and suffering. Dr. Craig made the case for Christian theism, drawing on the Kalam cosmological argument, fine-tuning, moral values and the resurrection of Jesus. O’Connor pushed back on wh
Something From Nothing
Dr. Craig dialogues with Dr. Alex Malpass on mathematics and the infinite, and the beginning of the universe.
Why God is Triune
Dr. William Lane Craig discusses the importance of the doctrine of the Trinity.
Did the Universe Begin?
William Lane Craig discusses the latest evidence for the beginning of the universe.
Can Something Come From Nothing
William Lane Craig and Alex Malpass discuss the nature of infinity, time, and nothingness.
Christian vs. Muslim on the Trinity
Dr. Craig and Mohammed Hijab face off on the doctrine of the Trinity.
Theism vs. Atheism
Dr. Craig debates prominent atheist philosopher Antony Flew on the existence of God.
Did Jesus Really Exist?
Dr. Craig is interviewed about the historical evidence for Jesus.
Six Major Arguments for God
Have the main arguments for God been defeated or are they still valid and strong?
Interview With Ben Shapiro
Dr. Craig is interviewed by the famous cultural commentator Ben Shapiro on the evidence for God, objective morality, and the resurrection of Jesus.
The Nature of Justification
Dr. Craig examines the Christian doctrine of Justification and responds to N.T. Wright's view.
The Problem of Suffering and Evil
Dr Craig lectures on why a good God would allow suffering, pain, and evil.
Is Genesis History or Mytho-History?
A panel of scholars responds to Dr. Craig's book In Quest For the Historical Adam.
Scholarship and God's Justification
Dr. Craig offers a critique of N.T. Wright's view of the nature of justification in Christian salvation.
An Interview With William Lane Craig on Scholarship and Philosophy
International Christian Medical and Dental Association interviews Dr. Craig on his career.
An Historical Approach to Adam and Eve
Dr. Craig is interviewed on a German podcast concerning the historicity of the book of Genesis.
Molinism vs. Calvinism
William Lane Craig and Paul Helm discuss views of God's sovereignty and human freedom.
God, Origins of Life, and Culture
William Lane Craig joins John Lennox and James Tour to field questions from students.
Christian Deconstruction
William Lane Craig comments on why a popular YouTuber abandoned the Christian Faith.
The Kalam Cosmological Argument
Dr. Craig delivers a public lecture on God, the Big Bang, and the philosophy of time as part of the Cadbury Lectures.
Various Arguments for God's Existence
Dr. Craig outlines some of the major arguments for the existence of God.
God, Meaning, and Suffering
Dr. Craig responds to various views on meaning and suffering.
Does Morality Require a Divine Lawgiver?
Dr. Craig discusses the basis for objective moral values and duties.
Christianity vs. Scientific Naturalism
Dr. Craig debates the merits of Christianity against Scientific Naturalism with Dr. Garrett Hardin at the University of California, Santa Barbra.
Nine Confusing Things About God
Dr. Craig discusses the first two volumes of his systematic philosophical theology.
Can We Prove God Exists?
Dr.Craig discusses the existence, nature, and attributes of God.
Theological Questions Answered
Dr.Craig answers questions on God and philosophy, the Trinity, the nature of time, and more.
Key Arguments for a Reasonable Faith
Dr. Craig speaks to a conference in the UK on the evidence for God and having a reasonable faith.
Discussing Catholicism
Dr. Craig discusses Catholic and Protestant issues with Trent Horn.
Two Views on the Bible, Science, and Human Origins
Dr. Craig joings Dr. Peter Enns to discuss differing views on the historicity of Adam and Eve.
What is Hell Really Like
Dr. Craig offers what he thinks is a biblically and philosophically accurate description of Hell.
William Lane Craig's Magnum Opus
Dr. Craig discusses the writing of his multi-volume Systematic Philosophical Theology.
William Lane Craig Responds to Bart Ehrman
Dr. Craig responds to agnostic scholar Bart Ehrman on the New Testament evidence for the resurrection oF Jesus.
Why the New Atheism Failed
Dr. Craig is interviewed on the failure of the New Atheism, cultural trends, and how to determine one's calling in life.
God, Science, and Reason
An interview with William Lane Craig on a variety of theological topics.
Eyewitnesses and Legendary Development
William Lane Craig responds to YouTube critics of the New Testament and other matters of the Christian Faith.
Is the Cosmological Argument for God Still Sound?
William Lane Craig and Stephen Meyer discuss the Cosmological Argument for God with Frank Turek.
From Atheist to Christian Heretic
Dr. Craig discusses theology with recent convert and philosopher Phillp Goff.
What is the Strongest Evidence for God?
Dr. Craig discusses theology, philosophy, and apologetics and relates his favorite argument for Theism.
Atheism, Catholicism, Protestantism
William Lane Craig discusses some of his famous debates with atheists, and contrasts various Catholic and Protestant views.
Why God Must Exist
Dr. Craig discusses the logical necessity of God's existence, morality, and the uniqueness of Christianity.
Charting the Course of Salvation
Dr. Craig gives a lecture on some of the theological and practical aspects of salvation.
Did God Punish Jesus on the Cross?
William Lane Craig and Greg Boyd debate the substitutionary atonement of Christ.
William Lane Craig Answers Tough Questions
Dr. Craig receives thoughtful questions from Reasonable Faith chapter directors around the world.
William Lane Craig's Magnum Opus
Dr. Craig discusses the writing of his multi-volume systematic philosophical theology.
The Apostle Paul in Ephesus
Dr Craig discusses the roots of Christianity focusing on Paul's arrival and ministry in the city of Ephesus.
William Lane Craig Responds to Bart Ehrman
Dr. Craig is interviewed concerning the claims of agnostic textual critic Dr. Bart Ehrman.
The Facts Surrounding Jesus' Resurrection
Dr. Craig is interviewed by an atheist influencer on the resurrection of Jesus.
Is Philosophy King over Theology?
Dr. Craig is interviewed concerning the relationship between philosophy and theology.
The Book of Genesis
Dr. Craig is interviewed on science, history, and the book of Genesis.
Rebutting Popular Atheist Arguments
Dr. Craig is interviewed concerning popular atheist arguments.
Dialogue on God's Love, Justice, and Goodness
Dr. Craig discusses divine attributes with Dr. Jordan Wessling.
Dawkins and the God Delusion
Dr. Craig examines the atheistic views of Richard Dawkins.
God, Time, and Creation
Dr. Craig defines his view of time, its theological considerations, and contrasts it with Dr. Ryan Mullins' view.
Is the Trinity Biblical?
Dr. Craig dialogues with Dr. Dale Tuggy on the Trinity as opposed to Unitarianism.
The Significance of the Resurrection
William Lane Craig is interviewed on the impact and importance of the resurrection of Jesus at UCSB campus.
Questions About God on Ireland Radio Program
Dr. Craig is interviewed about God and the Christian Faith on a radio program in Ireland.
Discussion on the Kalam Cosmological Argument
Dr. Craig joins actor and philosopher Scott Clifton for a lively discussion on the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
Was There a Historical Adam and Eve?
William Lane Craig joins Joshua Swamidass in discussion on this fascinating topic.
Free Will and Molinism
Dr. Craig is interviewed concerning a view of divine sovereignty and human freedom known as Molinism.
Debate: Is There Evidence for God?
Dr. Craig dialogues with atheist professor Kevin Scharp at Ohio State University.
Difficult Questions in Christology
Dr. Craig responds to various insightful, in-depth, and technical questions on the nature of Christ.
The Evidence For the Resurrection of Jesus
William Lane Craig sets out historical and Biblical evidence that leads to the conclusion that Jesus Christ rose from the dead.
The Hardest Questions on the Cosmological Argument
Dr. Craig is interviewed on the most challenging questions facing the Kalam Cosmological Argument for the existence of God.
Dialogue on the Evidence for God
Dr. Craig dialogues with non-theist Dr. Kevin Scharp on the evidence for God. The event took place at Ohio State University.
The Book of Genesis
Dr. Craig discusses the genre of the opening chapters of Genesis.
Interview on the Historical Adam
Dr. Craig is interviewed on his view of the historical Adam and Eve.
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