Author Archives: Maryann Spikes

New Christian Carnival is…

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

here! :)  Features my latest ‘deconstruction‘ of Sam Harris’ “objective moral truth”.

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Why Sam Harris’ "objective moral truth" hovers over an abyss…

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

Let x be any concept that refers.  See Jime’s comment here for background on Sam Harris’ use of the word “objective”. P1:  Every possible meaning of x is subject to change unless there is a being to which an unchanging … Continue reading →

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New Christian Carnival is…

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

here.  My Facebook poll on the grounding for objective moral truth is featured.

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New Philosophers’ Carnival is…

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

here.  It features my book discussion of Christopher Norris’ Epistemology.

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Norris’ Epistemology book discussion.

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

Christopher Norris The following has all been moved from here. Norris’ Epistemology; starting point, updates  Norris’ “Epistemology” Intro. I Norris’ “Epistemology” Intro. II Norris’ “Epistemology” Intro. III Norris’ “Epistemology” Intro. IV Norris’ “Epistemology” Ch1.I Norris’ Epistemology Ch1.II-III Norris’ Epistemology Ch2.I Norris’ “Epistemology” … Continue reading →

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Craig v Harris debate post mortem, audio, video and transcript

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

First, here is the audio, part 1 of 9 video and the transcript (thanks to MandM) of The God Debate II between Craig and Harris answering the question “Is the foundation of morality natural or supernatural?”  Second, here is my open letter … Continue reading →

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Blog Discussion and Sermon Ideas for Tim Keller’s "The Reason for God"

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

I have moved everything from here (on my forum) to here (on the blog you are currently reading). Below is an online book discussion of Tim Keller’s The Reason for God, originally posted at ILovePhilosophy.com, followed by some ideas I … Continue reading →

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Questions regarding first chapter of Craig’s "Reasonable Faith"

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

I want to start by saying I’m a huge fan of William Lane Craig and recently met him at a fairly local Reasonable Faith conference. I had almost finished reading On Guard when the conference began and have since completed … Continue reading →

Posted in Gettier Problem, Justified True Belief, William Lane Craig | 11 Comments

Evidence for Easter

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

It is Good Friday of Easter weekend and high time for some evidence behind the claim that Jesus died and rose again to demonstrate he loves us as himself. Below is a relevant compilation of blog posts, audio and video, … Continue reading →

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Christian Carnival #376

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Maryann Spikes

Welcome to the April 20, 2011 edition of Christian Carnival!  There are two categories in this carnival:  Apologetics and Theological Issues, and Devotionals and Advice.  Enjoy!Apologetics and Theological Issues Rey Reynoso presents Christ Didn’t Die For All: He Died For … Continue reading →

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