Critiquing the minimal facts approach to the resurrection

Sean McDowell·Sean McDowell·1:03:45

Dr. Jonathan McLatchie discusses the limitations of the minimal facts approach to the resurrection, contrasting it with the maximal data approach. He explains how the maximal data approach utilizes the gospels and Acts to provide a more robust case for the resurrection, addressing potential objections regarding discrepancies and the nature of appearances.

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