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[quote:Adventus Domini:MV8yMDc5NDU1XzM1MDE2MDUxXzg1MTQ3RjU1] [quote:Salt:MV8yMDc5NDU1XzM1MDE1NDAyXzc0RDZERDk4] [quote:Adventus Domini:MV8yMDc5NDU1XzM1MDE0NDc2Xzg0NDZFODIz] [b]Does God exist?[/b] So, here are some puzzling facts about life that create conflict with evolution, and I’m going to propose that the presupposition of God explains these facts better than any rival explanation: [u]The Cell[/u]: Evolution explains the transition between life forms. Evolution requires a cell that already has the built in capacity to reproduce itself. So how did we get a cell? [u]Constants in Nature[/u]: Evolution depends on constants being in place. Our existence here is dependent upon an exactly fine-tuned Universe. [u]Evil[/u]: Evolution cannot explain the depth of human evil. Evolution presumes cruelty and harshness, but it is out of necessity. So how do you explain this human evil that far exceeds necessity and reaches depths that are unfathomable? [u]Rationality[/u]: Evolution cannot account for rationality because evolution says we are programmed in the world to survive and reproduce. Our minds are organs of survival. They are not organs of truth. So if we believe in rationality we require something outside of evolution to account for that. [u]Morality[/u]: Evolution cannot account for morality -- from the little things to deeds of heroic greatness. Both the person who offers up his seat to an elderly woman to the person who throws himself on a grenade to save his buddies – both are operating outside the scope of evolution. In both cases there is no advantage to be gained. What is the evolutionary explanation for morality? There is none. [u]Art[/u]: We sing, dance, sculpt, cook, etc., etc. We encapsulate our emotions into these practices to create something of meaning that provides no evolutionary advantage. Why? So, is there something out there that can provide the explanation? What about the God explanation? Why do we have a cell that shows the structure of complexity? Because the cell has been intelligently designed by an intelligent designer. Why does the universe show complexity? Same answer. Why is there rationality? Because those are characteristics of the designer. Why is the depth of human evil so deep? Because our lives are a drama in which good and evil are in constant struggle (the Christian story). Why is there morality in the world, or why do we all feel, even when it works against our advantage, a moral law within us? Because there is a moral lawgiver who gave it to us. Why do we pursue creative and artistic endeavors? Because we are created in the image of a creator. When you put it all together, the presupposition of God resolves the errors. Suddenly the light comes on with respect to these mysteries I’ve listed above. It provides an explanation. Now, there may be a better explanation, but I have yet to hear one. [/quote] nicely done :hf: [/quote] Thanks! :hf: [/quote]
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