Can reason alone lead us to God? Proving That Deism Is True presents a clear, evidence‑based case for an impersonal creator — the independent, non‑material source of the universe’s existence and order. Through logic, science, and philosophy, host Dr. Jay Forrest argues that Deism best fits reality: a Creator who made the universe but does […]
It is important to know what counts as evidence. Evidence is objective and verifiable information that supports the probability of a claim being true or false. Evidence and Proof What is the difference between evidence and proof? Proof is that degree of evidence that warrants belief—that is, when the evidence shows that a claim is
What do we make of modern-day miracles? Are they true acts of divine intervention—or something else entirely? This episode asks how a perfect Creator could need to “fix” the universe through miracles, given the realities of evil, suffering, and natural disaster. We also explore the opposite view: that so-called miracles arise from human perception—mass hysteria,
Philosophy is the pursuit of wisdom, and a philosopher is one in pursuit of wisdom. This is why I call myself a philosopher. The word philosophy comes from the Greek philosophia. The first part, philo, means “friendship” or “love.” The second part, sophia, means “wisdom.” So philosophy literally means “the love of wisdom.” Today, philosophy
Deism, as defined by Dr. Michael Armheim, is the “Belief in an impersonal creator God who does not get involved in the day-to-day affairs of the world.” (1) I describe my spiritual path as Zen Deism. For me, it’s a natural blending of Zen Buddhism’s contemplative practices with the Deist commitment to reason, observation, and
What happens when the quiet clarity of Zen meets the rational spirit of Deism? In this first episode, we explore Zen Deism—a spiritual approach that combines the Deist’s trust in reason with the Zen practitioner’s devotion to meditation. Drawing from thinkers like Paul Tillich, Anthony Flew, and Aristotle, this episode examines God not as a
The turning of the calendar is more than just a date—it’s a sacred invitation. For Christians, it is a reminder that “if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come” (2 Corinthians 5:17). For Buddhists, it echoes the truth that each moment is fresh, an opportunity to awaken. And for those who walk the
Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night… For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:8, 11 NKJV). Jesus is widely regarded by historians as a historical figure, though
We live in a world flooded with information. The constant scroll of headlines, opinions, and “breaking news” keeps our attention fractured and our hearts restless. Yet, what if peace of mind lies not in knowing more, but in knowing less — more deeply? Swiss author Rolf Dobelli, in his book Stop Reading the News, proposes
Alan Watts once told a story that has stayed with me. After giving a talk on Canadian television, an announcer approached him and asked, “If the universe is governed by an intelligent and beneficent God, wouldn’t He naturally provide us with an infallible guide to behavior and to the truth about the universe?” Watts knew
