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”
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Bad Philosophy is Bad for Science and Also for Religion
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”
Science Progresses: Why Not Faith?
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?”
When Not Knowing Becomes Caring
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”
The Eternal Dying of Gray
I have several very good friends that I have accumulated throughout my medical training. We have kept up a lively group text for many years. Our topics range from family updates, stupid jokes, and very serious topics (including religious topics). Recently, we had a text exchange about human sexuality. I have two LGBTQ+ children forContinue reading “The Eternal Dying of Gray”
Difficult Conversations
I recently read this great article in the Journal of Pediatrics titled, “Ethical Challenges in Pediatric Medical Complexity: A Survey of Parents” by Shapiro, et al. Unfortunately, the article is behind a paywall. If you work at a hospital / university or if you have access to a library, you may be able to readContinue reading “Difficult Conversations”
GI Science, GI Training, and Process
I’m about to start an inpatient call week at the hospital. Such weeks are always busy, so I likely won’t be able to write for the next 7-8 days. When one thinks about process philosophy, it is best to think of reality as change itself. In other words, I may not concentrate on considering matterContinue reading “GI Science, GI Training, and Process”
If Not The Multiverse?
In the short time that I have had my DThM degree (Doctorate of Theology and Ministry), I have realized that writing about theology can be quite hard. You must know the theology, but you also must have some background in philosophy. Since I am interested in the intersection of science & faith, then I mustContinue reading “If Not The Multiverse?”
Ecstatic Naturalism and Time
Graduates of my seminary (Northwind Theological Seminary) have been doing an on line book club for a while. It has had a few incarnations during its existence, and as we start revving it up again, we are reading journal articles instead of books. This past week we reviewed “Is a Process Form of Ecstatic NaturalismContinue reading “Ecstatic Naturalism and Time”
The Ultimate Flaw in Intelligent Design
I recently read the article, “On Questioning the Design of Evolution” by E. V. R. Kojonen in the latest issue of Theology and Science. Unfortunately, it is not an open access article, but perhaps you can find it somewhere for your reading. In many ways, the article is excellent. The article discusses the weaknesses ofContinue reading “The Ultimate Flaw in Intelligent Design”
Phi-The-Sci: Equilateral Musings 