Did C.S. Lewis believe dogs were bad at arithmetic?

Did C.S. Lewis believe dogs were bad at arithmetic?

Author: 1517 November 15, 2023 Duration: 18:27

Ted asks about C.S. Lewis' rhetorical comment in one of his letters, in which he mentions dogs and arithmetic. Rod talks about critical thinking, what Lewis faced when he made claims with his mentor, William Kirkpatrick, and the difference between making simple assertions versus making an evidence based argument for a position, such as with Christian apologetics.

Produced by: Rick Ritchie

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Martin Luther's "Small Catechism" - https://bookofconcord.org/small-catechism/small-catechism-pdf/

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With a surprising blend of contributors, 1517 Music proudly presents "Freedom Lessons", its latest musical creation. "Freedom Lessons" delves into the core teachings of Luther's Small Catechism through the medium of music, offering a fresh and innovative way to convey the Reformation's enduring truths. This album is a testament to 1517 Music's commitment to conveying the profound truths of the Reformation in a creative and captivating manner.

This record explores the chief parts of Luther's Small Catechism through music. It features performances by Flame, LOSO, and many other highly talented musicians. Bookmark the page linked above, as we will have more freedom lessons resources, like a study guide, a limited podcast, and more coming soon.

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Your God Is Too Glorious reminds readers that while a quiet life may look unimpressive to the world, it's the regular, everyday people that God tends to use to do his most important work. 

Now available in a second edition, Chad Bird invites the reader to go deeper into the pursuit of the faithful, ordinary life with study questions at the end of each chapter for personal or corporate use.

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In the spirit of those free-flowing back deck conversations in Irvine, Talks with Dad Rod captures the essence of long talks about life, faith, and everything in between. This podcast is a continuation of that tradition, now hosted by Rod and his son, Ted. Each brief episode distills the warmth and depth of those discussions into a six-minute format, offering a moment of reflection amidst daily routines. Listeners will hear candid exchanges rooted in a Christian worldview, yet broadly engaging with culture, philosophy, and the nuances of modern society. It’s less a formal lecture and more like pulling up a chair to listen in on a thoughtful dialogue between a father and son. The podcast naturally explores spirituality and personal experience, aiming to provide genuine connection and insight one short talk at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 198

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Why won't my kids do as I say and not as I do? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:46
Ted asks about noticing how children reflect their parents' sins back at them. Rod talks about the necessity of understanding the truth of the human condition, the depth of our sin, and how that affects our view of the v…
Does a pastor need a good bedside manner like a good physician? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:43
Ted asks about the effect that a pastor with a good bedside manner can have on a sinner. Rod talks about how pastors who aren't trained to have a good bedside manner have to fall back to their fathers, and about his expe…
Does the 'ought' of God's law imply 'can'? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:15
Ted asks about what it means when Scripture seems to sometimes imply that sinners should be able to satisfy the law for their own salvation. Rod talks about what we're told about the depth of our sin, why we need someone…
Did Jesus die for sinners... like me? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:58
Ted asks if Jesus died for a Chief of Sinners like me. Rod talks about the condition of some people who are crushed by the law, the danger to our faith of adverbs and adjectives, and where sinners can look for the confir…
I'm near death and so afraid. What good news do you have for me? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:16
Ted asks what Good News should a Christian be able to bring to someone on their deathbed who is afraid and in dire need of comfort and assurance. Rod talks about how we can know the claims in the New Testament are true a…
Isn't it better to receive Jesus with your soul than your mouth? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:24
Ted asks about the difference between the idea of God working with matter versus the gnostic anti-matter ideas. Rod talks about Jesus becoming a man, body and soul, in order to save sinners who were beset with Adam's sin…