Great historical survey. It seems like a scientist in academia might have trouble gaining tenure if known to be a six-day creationist or even holding a more general belief in intelligent design.
Depends on the field, but it's unlikely you'll get hired, let alone tenure, if you're a YEC in STEM. A general belief in ID is less of a problem, unless that's your field of research.
I used to teach grade school earth science to students who lived in the Bible belt. It wasn't that tough to do. All I did was acknowledge their right to believe whatever they want, but that they still had to learn the science behind evolution. No problem. I respected them, and they respected me.
I wrote this a few years ago, and publish it every Christmas. It's not the right season, but this is definitely thee right place:
Thanks for sharing that story. I think there's balance to be found here. My ministry is focused on helping Christians overcome science-based doubts, but at the same time, I don't believe we need to have every single science-type question about Christianity answered in order to believe. I think the dad made a mistake in how he reacted to his son. But I also think it's a mistake to put too much emphasis on facts and proofs when the emphasis should be on our relationship with God.
Being a science teacher, I was jolted when the minister castigated his son. But I knew the man well. You couldn't want a kinder more compassionate father than him. Frankly, that sermon did much to fill some of missing spaces between my science and my belief.
Kindness and compassion are necessary for our witness and will go a long way. But at the same time, I've heard from many ex-Christians that their departure from Christianity began with criticism for trying to reconcile science with their faith.
That's a shame. I think rigid dogmatism is found both science and Christianity. Unquestioning dogmatism is undesirable in both science and Christianity.
This is great. Good work. Glory to God!
Excellent, amazing, and faith inspiring...very uplifting, thank you
You had me at “feeling spicy…”
Wow.
Great article. I learned a lot. Thank you for sharing.
Great historical survey. It seems like a scientist in academia might have trouble gaining tenure if known to be a six-day creationist or even holding a more general belief in intelligent design.
Depends on the field, but it's unlikely you'll get hired, let alone tenure, if you're a YEC in STEM. A general belief in ID is less of a problem, unless that's your field of research.
I was happy to see this article and its explanation of the "new atheism" from a generation ago.
Another name which stands out among Scientists who are beleivers (and a personal favorite of mine) is James Clerk Maxwell.
You might find this article helpful
http://silas.psfc.mit.edu/Maxwell/
If you get a chance to, I'm curious what you think. https://open.substack.com/pub/madworksinc/p/the-helix-interviews-fincher-and?r=foaym&utm_medium=ios
Are you familiar with the works of Fr. Stanley Jaki?
I've heard the name, but not familiar with any works.
He wrote about precisely the issue you are discussing here, I am sure you would like his work.
I used to teach grade school earth science to students who lived in the Bible belt. It wasn't that tough to do. All I did was acknowledge their right to believe whatever they want, but that they still had to learn the science behind evolution. No problem. I respected them, and they respected me.
I wrote this a few years ago, and publish it every Christmas. It's not the right season, but this is definitely thee right place:
https://open.substack.com/pub/individualistsunite/p/ive-seen-the-light-49c?r=z324w&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
Thanks for sharing that story. I think there's balance to be found here. My ministry is focused on helping Christians overcome science-based doubts, but at the same time, I don't believe we need to have every single science-type question about Christianity answered in order to believe. I think the dad made a mistake in how he reacted to his son. But I also think it's a mistake to put too much emphasis on facts and proofs when the emphasis should be on our relationship with God.
Being a science teacher, I was jolted when the minister castigated his son. But I knew the man well. You couldn't want a kinder more compassionate father than him. Frankly, that sermon did much to fill some of missing spaces between my science and my belief.
Kindness and compassion are necessary for our witness and will go a long way. But at the same time, I've heard from many ex-Christians that their departure from Christianity began with criticism for trying to reconcile science with their faith.
That's a shame. I think rigid dogmatism is found both science and Christianity. Unquestioning dogmatism is undesirable in both science and Christianity.
I'm sorry no one ever taught you any history.
Cling to your bigoted lies if it makes you feel better.