Dan's commission is to reflect on what science can tell us and what it can't; to give a humble but accurate qualification of what human investigation can contribute to our lives; one that is not too high and not to low. For several generations many in science have been saying that Christianity does not have a place at the table; that Christianity has no contribution to make. The information that Dan presents in this talk gives strong indications from science that if we are to have confident answers in the areas that matter to us most, Divine revelation must play the dominant role, not human investigation. The essence of science is inextricably interwoven with its limits. When our understanding of the limits of science changes, our understanding of science itself changes.
Read MoreThe history of the alleged conflict is based on claims by science that is outside their domain and often claims by Christians which are a reflection of their interpretation of scripture. The possibility of abuse is present on both sides of the debate. A review of the history from the 1870s to the present will present examples of what should be avoided. Concerns with distortions in science for funding and political correctness will be reviewed and a positive approach for the interaction of faith and science will be offered.
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