Re: [asa] Science proves there's no need for God?

On Tue, Oct 7, 2008 at 6:10 PM, Dehler, Bernie <bernie.dehler@intel.com>wrote:

> I'm entering a yahoo discussion board debate with another person (an
> atheist). Here's my planned post (first draft)- any comments? This is just
> the opening statement- the meat will come next.
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> …Bernie
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> Resolved: Given the success of science, including evolution, there is
> no need for a God as posited by Christians to explain the universe.
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> <<Opening statement from the negative side.>>
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> The clause "to explain the universe" bothers me. While we Christians do
> acknowledge that God is the creator of the universe, we don't (well I don't
> anyway) consider explaining the universe God's purpose. Understanding the
> mechanics of the universe is the work of scientists. God is the creator and
> sovereign of nature. He reveals himself to men so that they can worship him
> and live in fellowship with him.
>

William E (Bill) Hamilton Jr., Ph.D.
Member American Scientific Affiliation
Austin, TX
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Received on Sat Oct 11 20:58:28 2008