Comments on The Word Street Journal: E.T., DARWIN AND THE POPE

"his theory speaks against the truth of Go...

2009-11-17T20:17:25.391-05:00
"his theory speaks against the truth of God"

Only if you view the Bible, translated multiple times, as more important than His creation.

"Most evolutionists I have talked to have told me the universe was born of the Big Bang without any thought given to where the materials (life) came from to create the Big Bang in the first place."

This is... not exactly correct. Why would you talk to an "evolutionist" about cosmology? Wouldn't a cosmologist be a more apt person to ask? Is it possible that you misunderstood, or that they were ignorant about cosmology?

Also, what do you mean by "where the materials (life) came from to create the Big Bang in the first place"? The question doesn't make sense to me, with the use of the words "materials" and "life".

"there still has to be a logical truthful answer as to where, or whom, did life originate from."

Agreed, and here's one thing I have to keep correcting people on:

That has nothing to do with the theory of evolution. NOTHING.

You are now talking about abiogenesis. This is separate from evolution.

The answer is, "we don't know... yet" and "why would we assume it's a 'whom', except due to anthropormorphism?"

"Its just an expression. Poetic satire, if you will"

Sure, but it's a distorted caricature, just like "worshipping a jewish zombie" is a distorted caricature of your viewpoint. Does that accomplish anything, besides making the opposing viewpoint easier for you to mock?

"The grand debate: Darwin vs God. Or, the created vs the Creator."

I certainly don't see it that way, and it seems strange to me when I see people keep using Darwin's name. The guy died about 150 years ago. We're now way past where he was. The modern theory is decidedly different from his ideas. It's like talking about modern computers, but using calling it "Touring technology"; it just looks weird.

Paul, all evolution is, is a process that many people, of various backgrounds and beliefs, have investigated to explain the diversity of life in the world. It's not anti-God. At best, it just goes against what Genesis says. Just like the heliocentric solar system... if you didn't know, there are still people who believe in an earth-centric solar system because heliocentric is unbiblical... but I'm betting you don't agree with them. They would tell you the same thing: created vs. The Creator, or Galileo vs. God.

And the winner is?

Nohm, I appreciate your comment and respect. Like...

2009-11-17T12:30:38.853-05:00
Nohm,

I appreciate your comment and respect. Likewise, I'm sure.

1)Most evolutionists I have talked to have told me the universe was born of the Big Bang without any thought given to where the materials (life) came from to create the Big Bang in the first place. And, as you say "evolution does not mean anything until there is life", there still has to be a logical truthful answer as to where, or whom, did life originate from.

2)"These people", the Roman Catholic leadership, should know better as they apparently revere God's Holy Word found in the Bible, but at the same time reject various truths in it. They regard the Genesis account of creation as symbolism and lean more toward Darwin's theory of evolution as fact than God's own account of how He created the universe. They are deceived. And deceiving comes from the one whom Jesus refers to as "the father of lies", Satan.

3)Even if Darwin was not an atheist before of after, his theory speaks against the truth of God. The grand debate: Darwin vs God. Or, the created vs the Creator. And the winner is?

4)Its just an expression. Poetic satire, if you will.

Paul, with all due respect, I question your unders...

2009-11-17T02:26:18.771-05:00
Paul, with all due respect, I question your understanding of the claims of the theory of evolution, based on the following comments that you made:

"Darwin's theory being a plausible [theory] right from the 'Big Bang' on."

"A lie conceived by a mere man, a self proclaimed atheist, no less."

"adhering to becoming you, from goo, by way of the zoo"

This isn't an issue to me as to whether or not the theory is "right"; it's an issue of spreading disinformation.

Here's why:

1. Evolution in no way is connected to the Big Bang. Evolution doesn't even mean anything until there is life.

2. Even if Darwin, and everyone after him, were incorrect (which I haven't seen evidence for), you haven't supported your claim that these people knowingly are perpetuating a falsehood (i.e., lying).

3. I agree that the claim "Darwin was an atheist" has support both for and against it, but I don't know of any support for a claim that he was an atheist when he made her first discoveries about evolution.

4. "From goo to you by way of the zoo" is a distorted caricature based on reading media reports on science, instead of the actual claims of scientists.

And I will pray for you and your co-worker, Katrin...

2009-11-14T16:47:17.902-05:00
And I will pray for you and your co-worker, Katrina. May God continue to bless you in the opportunities He has given you to share the gospel truth with others, whatever their background.

Paul, Thanks for sharing this post. I've rec...

2009-11-14T06:41:19.216-05:00
Paul,

Thanks for sharing this post. I've recently found myself with an ongoing opportunity to share the gospel with a catholic coworker. The encouragement and advice is appreciated.