This is how I evaluate information .
A gift - I consider what it's worth, equitably speaking, not just fairly
or reasonably, in practical terms.
I my situation, I combined Vernon's numeric wizardry with some of my own
for edification. Being a
mathematician, I have gotten to the point of believing that 4, 6-10, 16,
and 35 are significant numbers.
I was able to translate some of Vernon's numbers and formulations into
my numbering system.
A miracle - I try to determine the meaning and purpose thereof. Does it
fit in with my missions in life?
A sign - I always ask is it 100% true or just a benefit-of-doubt
approximation? Do I have the freedom to
ignore it, or are the repercussions formidable and need immediate
reaction.
A wonder - how much joy / amazement is there to share ? Is it of a
private or secret nature in its
essence, so that confidentiality must be observed? I thought about
Saturday night's sermon on
not leaving your doubt at the door in our faith. One of my doubts is
how much to share, partially
because of embarrassment, partially because of prudence suggested in
scripture, and partially
because of Jesus's specific comments about don't share with dogs and
pigs. Does anybody
have comments on this matter?
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From: asa-owner@lists.calvin.edu [mailto:asa-owner@lists.calvin.edu] On
Behalf Of Roberts, Joe
Sent: Monday, July 05, 2004 2:31 PM
To: asa@calvin.edu
Cc: Roberts, Joe
Subject: meditation on Psalm 15 -- corrected, for dealing with
controversy
Ok, I reformatted it, unfortunately not as tightly focused, but the info
is here. Enjoy!
I am going to a mental-illness support group this week which is going to
be
studying Spiritual Warfare. I have a mild case of manic-depression since
1992.
I have been studying a bit of biology, chemistry, and physics lately. My
main
competence is in mathematics and computers. I couldn't help myself
about
speculating about this new knowledge I've acquired. Bear in mind that I
have
been in a hypomanic state for about 2 months now, but this
info seems plausible to me.
PURPOSE of this e-mail -- I think that perhaps Vernon's
discovery is a GIFT and a
WONDER in the terms below of an analysis of Psalm 15. This
passage caused me to
notice that the discussion has been focusing on whether it
is a MIRACLE or SIGN. Being
partially a GIFT it does have application to the concept of
Biological Evolution, since
biology is nominally most related to gift of life in terms
below.
Here's my main argument: -- His info doesn't violate any rule of nature,
so it doesn't qualify as a MIRACLE. It's not about something
just now going to happen,
so it doesn't qualify as a SIGN. It does show a remarkable
previously unobserved pattern
with formula substitutions out the wazoo, and demonstrates a
recurring
count of number of instances of certain things, so it is a
discerned GIFT to us. Placement
of the information is in a beautiful shape and strategic
location, so it is a WONDER as well.
In mathematics terms, his work has to do with formula substitution (
algebra ) and
coverage/shape ( topology ) . The formula business is where biology
comes in.
Psalm 15
A psalm of David.
1 LORD , who may dwell in your sanctuary?
Who may live on your holy hill?
2 He whose walk is blameless
and who does what is righteous, -- WONDERS acknowledged/pondered
who speaks the truth from his heart
3 and has no slander on his tongue,
who does his neighbor no wrong -- MIRACLES wisely admitted
and casts no slur on his fellowman,
4 who despises a vile man
but honors those who fear the LORD , -- SIGNS carefully dwelt on
who keeps his oath
even when it hurts
5 who lends his money without usury -- GIFTS appreciated/passed on
and does not accept a bribe against the innocent
He who does these things
shall never be moved.
Psalm 15
A psalm of David.
V.1. --- mountain top experiences of holy of holies
V.2. ---Melancholy DOCTOR shield of faith / breastplate of righteousness
*-->Love God with all your heart CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
inductive reasoning and life synthesis in the blood
Bible Benefit: find your heart's desire, see WONDER
of creation/recovery by KNOWLEDGE (knowing the edge)
V.3. ---Phlegmatic SCIENTIST prayer / belt of truth
-->Love God with all your mind NERVOUS SYSTEM
deductive reasoning from hypotheses
Bible Benefit: your mind is transformed, see MIRACLES
of nature by WISDOM ( knowledge reduced to 1st principles)
v.4. ---Choleric LAWYER sword of the Spirit (word of God) /
shoes of the gospel of peace
-->Love God with all your strength DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
gut instinct for survival/vibes and sheer free will /
awe
Bible Benefit: find hope / peace, see SIGNS of
impending justice/mercy by
PROPHECIED results.
V.5. ---Sanguine MATHEMATICIAN helmet of salvation
--> Love God with all your soul RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
intuitive hunches
Bible Benefit: find rest for soul, soul not lost, see
GIFTS of life by DISCERNMENT
of SPIRITS (pattern/#elements)
V5B. He who does these things
shall never be moved.
--- safe by common sense.
Some more explorations of the domains above:
In terms on the main sciences we have:
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Medicine has wonders of creation/recovery, using new synthetic elements
for mankind's benefit, especially medicine.
Physics has miracles of nature with exceptions and new levels
Chemistry has signs of justice in combining into new minerals
Biology has gift of life perception
In terms of the main branches of mathematics we have:
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Medical Topology has coverage of wound with rubber bands and surgery
Physics Analysis has analysis of configuration of elementary particles
Chemical Probability/statistics has organization of new
minerals/isotopes
Biological Algebra has formulation of big picture of life, by adding
missing ingredients
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