(March 18, 2013 at 4:38 am)fr0d0 Wrote:(March 17, 2013 at 9:12 pm)sarcasticface Wrote: I don't think the bible is a science book. I was raised hardcore Christian, and that is precisely why I'm on this forum. I'm trying to get outside of my comfort zone and learn something for a change.
Then what is your question? You think that is what your pastor was saying?
Some refer to this as NOMA : or Non Overlapping Magesteria
I'm strongly in the non overlapping camp. Young Earth Creationists are in the overlapping camp.
For an insight into my understanding, check out John Walton's book. Brief synopsis here: http://davidjohnstone.net/blog/2009/12/n...ohn-walton
Getting outside of your comfort zone is good. I'm dismayed that you haven't done it before.
I guess my main goal of this thread was to learn something about science and religion from the viewpoint of others. I'm excited to check out all the links people have posted.
Yeah, it's pretty sad that I haven't thought to get outside my comfort zone when it comes to questioning my beliefs, but I'm really excited now to think outside of my lifelong indoctrination. Although, I do feel kinda like an alien on this forum because I have no clue or opinions on most of the stuff people on here talk about.
