I received an inbox message that read: "that’s good your a person with strong faith but don't science contradict a lot of things with religion " And this is what I have to say on the matter.
LaTonya Writes:
The power of science to explain the world around us can often dazzle the average person to the point that he or she doesn't see the limitations of science. Science is merely an extension of the human mind, and as such science has limitations set by the human mind. Scientific knowledge is accumulated only through observation and experimentation what is commonly referred to as the scientific method. That which is outside the realm of observation and which cannot be either verified or falsified by experimentation cannot rightly be called science.
Scripture also has limitations, but unlike science, these are not limitations of knowledge but limitations of purpose. Because the knowledge contained in the Scripture comes through revelation, there is technically no limit to what can be revealed, but God has chosen to reveal only that which has a bearing on our salvation and relationship with him.
The Bible is not a science textbook. It was never intended to be. But this does not mean that its revelation will contradict established science. Having said that, however, Scripture will definitely contradict human philosophy. It has in the past and will continue to do so in the future.
Science and Scripture are complementary but exclusively different types of knowledge disclosure. The first works by trial and error, building up through reasoned steps a workable model (theory), then testing it as new information comes to light. The second purports to be a direct revelation from God as to the nature of the man and his relationship with God.
The man on the street believes that science and faith are somehow opposed, or at the very most, unconnected. He has been led to believe that science is based on undisputed facts, whereas belief in the authority of Scripture is based on blind faith. This could not be farther from the truth.
In its broadest sense, faith is simply accepting the reports of others on matters that we have not personally verified. This is a perfectly normal thing to do, something that the average person does many times each day. Both ideas evolution and creation must be accepted on the basis of faith. Sure, we can investigate the evidences to weigh up the best case for the origin of life, but ultimately we must trust the reports of others. As L. T. More describes it:
The more one studies paleontology (the science of fossil study), the more certain one becomes that evolution is based on faith alone; exactly the same sort of faith which is necessary to have when one encounters the great mysteries of religion...
The only alternative is the doctrine of special creation, which may be true, but is irrational. No more startling admission of the need for faith in evolution can be found than the comments of Dr. L. Harrison Matthews, in his introduction to the 1971 edition of Darwin's
The fact of evolution is the backbone of biology, and biology is thus in the peculiar position of being a science founded on an unproved theory is it then a science or faith? Belief in the theory of evolution is thus exactly parallel to belief in special creation both are concepts which believers know to be true but neither, up to the present, has been capable of proof. One question that might be asked in view of continued evidence against evolution is:
"Why then did evolution gain such a strong footing?"
The answer is simple: Because people needed to believe in evolution. They still do, and for this reason you can expect the theory of evolution by natural selection to continue to be taught in our schools and on our TV screens until something better comes along. In the light of this, and our previous study of the case history of Galileo, Professor Jerome Lejeunes comments are particularly interesting.
The neo-Darwinist is now reaching the point of dignity in the history of science that the Ptolemaic system in astronomy, the epicycle system, reached long ago. We know that it does not work.
This is just an overview of the issue of science and the Bible, but when speaking with an unbeliever, be very careful not to get sidetracked into needless arguments. When confronted by a person who states, But science has disproved the Bible, your objective is to say just enough to lower the barriers to the Gospel.
Remember these two things: 1.)Its not about winning arguments, but about winning people. You can win an argument about evolution, yet lose the person. 2.)You are not preaching creationism. You are preaching Jesus. Your sole aim is to be a witness for Christ. As Peter advised in 1 Peter 3:15-16:
But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.
The individual wrote me back after I shared some of my views on his question and this is what he had to say:
"now knowing what i know & reading your response we would have a powerful discussion its not that often that i bump into people who can fully explain themselves the way u did in your message i seem 2 be the head of the conversations because every1 wants 2 hear my point of view because i tend 2 think outside the box hope 2 hear back from u soon"
Once again remember these two things: 1.)Its not about winning arguments, but about winning people. You can win an argument about evolution, yet lose the person. 2.)You are not preaching creationism. YoBut in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.
Love you to life!
Prophetess Elias
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