I have been writing a series of posts this year about young earth creationist (YEC) organizations-- particularly Answers in Genesis (AiG) and the deceptive tactics they use. In previous posts (here) I have talked about specific deceptions and a little history of the YEC position.1 My goal in those posts was to provide Christians with... Continue Reading →
In this ongoing, series I am pointing out how Young Earth Creationist (YEC) groups particularly Answers in Genesis (AiG) use deceptive statements to further their particular views on the Bible, science and Christianity. (Previous posts can be found here). But unlike my other posts where I wrote about specific statements and how they were deceptive,... Continue Reading →
I am frequently asked the question, "If there was no sin would that mean there would be no natural disasters?" My answer to this question is that I think the natural cycle of the earth wouldn't mean there are still wildfires, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, and other natural disasters. But I think that humanity without sin... Continue Reading →
A couple weeks ago I wrote two articles on how Answers in Genesis (AiG) and other Young Earth Creationist (YEC) organizations often use deception in the promotion of their ministry (you can find those articles here part 1 & part 2). Since I wrote those articles I have seen two more sensationalized social media posts... Continue Reading →
As I stated in yesterday's post (here) I have difficulty with some Young Earth Creationist (YEC) organizations, namely Answers in Genesis (AiG) and Creation Ministries International (CMI), not because of their beliefs, but because they routinely are deceptive in how they convey their beliefs. At times these organizations use outright lies and at other times... Continue Reading →
I do not often write on the intersection between science and religion (though I do try to educate myself on the topic) because I do not feel I have enough qualification in the realm of science.1 Because of this interest I follow a number of Christians on different social media platforms and over the last... Continue Reading →
One of my favorite podcasts is Biologos' Language of God, I encourage anyone with an interest in sound theology or science to subscribe. On the most recent episode the guests discussed how the majority of people believe that science and religion are at odds in general but when questioned about specific science and theology questions... Continue Reading →
1:1 As God began to order the cosmos, 2 Earth was shrouded in confusion and chaos. Darkness obscured the surface of the abyss, yet God's Spirit soared above the waters. 3 God spoke "Light be" and light was! 4 God saw that the light was beneficial, God divided the light from the darkness. 5 God... Continue Reading →
I am very excited by the fact that NASA released the first image from the James Webb Space Telescope (here) this week. I have been fascinated by the explanations of the photo that I have seen and particularly about how the light is warped through space. I also found it fascinating the theological conversations this... Continue Reading →
“Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth.” 1 Corinthians 1:26 The phrase “not many of you were wise” has stuck with me the last few days as I continue to hear... Continue Reading →
Squinting in the Light 