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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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.
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What is the Lutheran position on communion and consubstantiation? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:27
Ted asks about what Lutherans believe about communion and consubstantiation. Rod talks about what Lutherans believe communion is and what it does and what it gives us, and how the Lutheran position differs from some othe…
What is Gospel reductionism? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:10
Ted asks about what Gospel reductionism is. Rod speaks about the term's origin and what it means. Ted clarifies how he sees 'Gospel reductionism' being used sometimes in present discussions, and Rod speaks about how Luth…
Away with 37 point Lutherans and 40 point Calvinists! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:24
Ted starts has fun with a tongue-in-cheek statement and asks Rod about the core basic differences between Lutherans and other denominations. Rod talks about his perspective on differing doctrines that folks in the Luther…
How do Lutherans deal with the whole apostolic succession debate? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:05
Ted asks Rod about the differences in views on the subject of apostolic succession. Rod talks about how Lutherans focus on a succession of doctrine and its survival into the next generation, rather than a succession of o…
Do Lutherans consider Calvinists heretical, heterodox, or what? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:57
Ted asks Rod about how Lutherans view Calvinists and their doctrine. Rod talks about what he was taught about the differences and speaks about his history with Mike Horton on the White Horse Inn radio program, and what h…
Is true religion going from vice to virtue or from virtue to Christ? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:26
Ted asks Rod about the idea that true religion is a switch from a focus of going from vice to virtue, to going from virtue to Christ. Rod talks about virtue being moral improvement and a self-help scheme, and what it mea…
What can it mean for a pastor to help you in a bad situation? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:43
Ted asks Rod about what it means to have a pastor step in and help with or for you in tough situations. Touching on the parable of the Good Samaritan, Rod talks about how Christ can get lost in our minds in the dark time…
Is the Lutheran church the only one where I can expect the Gospel? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:17
Ted asks Rod about whether Lutheran churches are the only churches where one can reasonably expect to hear the Gospel. Rod talks about how the Good News of the Gospel should be accessible in other Protestant denomination…
Are answered prayers proof of the truth of the Gospel? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:52
Ted asks Rod about whether answered prayers can be trusted as proof of the truth of the Gospel. Rod talks about our temptations toward using prayers and whether they are answered as a basis to trust what Scripture says,…