>> There is no record that Christ made any comments of our understanding of the
>> physical universe. I believe that God is truly sovereign and that our laws
>> describing nature do not constrain Him for any (future) action--future in
>> our frame of reference. We do not know of God's plans vis a vis the universe
>> as a physical entity. We read about a new earth and a new heaven, but I am
>> sure we cannot incorporate that in our physical theories. Can we?
>
> Your concluding question is certainly worth discussion, but you
>have quite missed the basic issue: Is Christ really the fullest
>revelation of who God is and of God's relationship with the world?
> Indeed, science by itself doesn't tell us about how God acts in
>the world. But neither does philosophical theism - which is where most
>ideas about God's nature & attributes come from.
> I continue to be amazed that so many Christians leave Christ
>completely out of the picture in dealing with issues of the relationship
>of science and theology. It sometimes seems that he is regarded simply
>as an instrument for a "Plan B" of some generic deity to get his
>creation out of a jam.
Dear George,
When I discuss science, I do not bring my Christian faith into the picture.
It is only when we discuss the philosophy of science that my worldview,
based on my faith, comes into play. However, I do not claim to know the mind
of God and refrain from going into some discussions because they are too
speculative. Of course, I will discuss such issue to bring out the latter point.
Take care,
Moorad