Dark Apologetics
New · 2026
Dark Apologetics
Sound Faith Publishing, 2026
Available in paperback, hardback, and Kindle editions. An audiobook is under consideration.
Philosopher · Writer · Speaker
Shandon L. Guthrie, Ph.D.
Christian. Philosopher
Philosophy of religion, Christian demonology, and the coherence of theism, with a focus on biblical studies, Protestant theology, and ethics.
About
Shandon Guthrie teaches and writes at the intersection of philosophy and Christian theology, with a long-standing interest in the philosophy and theology of angels, demons, and the metaphysics of the spiritual world.
Positions
- Visiting Lecturer of Philosophy, UNLV2002 – present
- Adjunct Professor, College of Southern Nevada2003 – 2016
- Affiliate Faculty, Regis University2006 – 2012
Education
- Ph.D. in Philosophy, Manchester Metropolitan University
- M.A. in Philosophy, Lacrosse University (2002)
- Studied at University of Wales–Trinity St. David and Fuller Theological Seminary
- B.A. in Philosophy, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), 1998
- A.A., College of Southern Nevada (CSN), 1997
Research interests
Philosophy of religion · Christian demonology · Coherence of theism · Existentialism · Biblical studies · Protestant theology and history · Ethics
Books
Monographs in philosophy of religion and Christian theology.
The Conqueror's Tread
The Conqueror's Tread
Wipf & Stock, 2022
Gods of this World
Gods of this World
Pickwick, 2018
Selected Writings
Articles, chapters, and reference entries.
“How Not to Object to Demonic Realism”
“Ain’t Got No Body: A Reply to Austin Freeman’s 'Celestial Spheres: Angelic Bodies and Hyperspace'”
On angelic metaphysics.
“A New Challenge to a Warfare Theodicy”
“Christian Demonology: A New Philosophical Perspective”
Chapter in Philosophical Approaches to Demonology.
“Angels” and “Demons”
Entries in A Dictionary of Philosophy of Religion.
“Angels: Early Theories”
Entry in The Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Religion, 4 Vols
Media
Podcasts, interviews, and debates.
A Philosophical Argument for Annihilationism
Watch on YouTube.
“Why Does God Allow Suffering?”
The Conqueror's Thread: A Reasoned Approach to Spiritual Warfare
On Gods of this World
Special October Series: Demonology
Arguments For/Against the Existence of God
Investigating Dr. Michael S. Hesier's DCW (Part 1)
With Dr. Shandon L. Guthrie.
“The Cancelled Podcast”: Faith & Logic
Discussion and debate.
“Master's Crib” with Pastor Jason Burger
“Why Demons Probably Exist”
“Lust: How Should We Best Own Our Sexuality?”
What Is Apologetics?
The Big 5 Series
- Part 1: Did God Command Moral Atrocities in the Old Testament?
- Part 2: How Can God Exist When There Is Evil in the World?
- Part 3: How Can God Exist When There Is Evil in the World? (continued)
- Part 4: Where Did God Come From? And Other Questions on Cosmology
- Part 5: Why Does God Seem So Hidden?
- Part 6: God and the Coherence of the Divine Attributes
Mormonism
Video Collections
News
Recent publications, presentations, and projects.
October 17, 2026
Dark Apologetics is out now
Released in paperback, hardback, and Kindle editions from Sound Faith Publishing.
2026
Philosophia Christi publication
“Ain’t God No Body,” on angelic metaphysics.
November 2026
Evangelical Philosophical Society, Denver, CO
Presenting “What God Should Do to the Finally Impenitent.”
In progress
Two forthcoming books on good angels
One academic, including discussion of the Old Testament “Divine Council.”
Get in touch
Available for speaking engagements, workshops, and academic inquiries. Reach out through the links below.