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I’m not a theoretical physicist, but I do like to think about the implications of the ideas behind quantum mechanics and general relativity. The math is super complicated. Some of the mathematics I can figure out over time, but often I get very lost and need easy-to-read resources to help me out. Image from UniversityContinue reading “Bell’s Theorem and Panexperientialism”

I have been thinking about my post from last week and wondered if it might be fun to expand on my thoughts. Do “aliens” exist? If we have an infinitely sized universe with a limited number of molecular structure possibilities, then the answer is “yes.” If we have a very, very big universe (current estimateContinue reading ““God of the Gaps” Equals “Aliens Did It”, Part 2”

Recently, I listened to a podcast (“Robinson’s Podcast”) in which the host, Robinson Erhardt interviewed a professor of astronomy at Columbia University named Dr. David Kipping about the possibility of life in the universe. Here is the link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/252-david-kipping-alien-civilizations-megastructures/id1636469402?i=1000712000588 It’s a good listen. Early on, they discuss natural phenomena that are often described as beingContinue reading ““God of the Gaps” Equals “Aliens Did It””

I read a disappointing article in Theology and Science titled “Systematic Evaluation of Recent Research on the Shroud of Turin” (written by Tristan Casabianca). Mr. Casabianca is considered a “Shroud of Turin” expert (whatever that means) with no current academic affiliation. He reports that he was once an atheist but became a Christian once heContinue reading “The Problem of Using Science to “Prove” God”

Currently, I have been reading through Bartley’s book, The Retreat to Commitment. Although it is a book concerning the philosophy of science, it does go into considerable detail about theology, specifically Protestant thinking. This book’s first publication was in 1962, and science has certainly changed since then. Perhaps 21st century theologians, philosophers, and scientists wouldContinue reading “Rationality and Irrationality in Religious Thought”

Carlo Rovelli, the well-known theoretical physicist, just posted this article in Nature titled “Why Bad Philosophy is Stopping Progress in Physics.” Rovelli is known for many things, but his big interest is in the theory of loop quantum gravity. Loop quantum gravity is a theory (currently unproven but potentially testable) that space and time comeContinue reading “Bad Philosophy is Bad for Science and Also for Religion”

Our seminary book club met last week to review an article titled “The Bible as a Two-Testament Collection of Writings in Science-Faith Dialogue.” Here is the link, but unfortunately, it is behind a paywall. Perhaps you can access it through a university or public library. The article was written by William Horst at Fuller TheologicalContinue reading “Science Progresses: Why Not Faith?”

I consider myself Christian, but in light of my country (USA) currently having its politics eroding into religion, I think a better term for me might be “Jesus follower.” I am not sure here. I am a member of the Presbyterian-USA demonimation. I joined this specific denomination because I support their policy of LGBTQ+ inclusion,Continue reading “When Not Knowing Becomes Caring”