Demand accuracy in search for knowledge

April 1, 2007

God's Word is very clear regarding His Will for mankind.

I Tim 2:4 - who is willing for all mankind to be saved and come to a full knowledge of the truth. (1912 Weymouth Version)

Many Christians are enthusiastic about the first part of this verse, but complacent about the second. They settle for opinions, experiences and denominational creeds. We should both desire and demand accurate Bible teachings. If the outcry were loud enough, the &#8220powers that be” would have to comply or give the lectern over. We should settle for nothing less in our Churches and fellowships.

This same demand for accuracy must be applied to all material dispensed in public school. Especially text books and teaching curriculums. Consider Intelligent Design vs. Evolution. The debate rages over which if either (or both) should be taught. The demand for accuracy would settle this.

There are no less than 16 theses which refute Darwinian Evolution. Why are these valid scientific arguments not considered when printing text books?

Darwinian Evolution is based upon several logical fallacies, in particular a &#8220post hoc propter hoc” type of argument. Post hoc means after the fact. Hence the, post hoc ergo propter hoc (after this therefore because of this) fallacy. This is based upon the erroneous notion that because one thing happens after another the first is cause of the second. This is confusing coincidental relationships with causes.

Additionally, the term Survival of the Fittest is a tautology predicting an undefined winner.

One which can only be identified by the outcome of the competition. This tautology is ambiguous at best. A tautology being an empty or vacuous statement composed of simpler statements in a fashion that makes it logically true whether the statements are true to fact or not.

For example, &#8220Either it will snow tomorrow or it will not.” This &#8220circular reasoning” is a vain attempt to prove itself by repetition.

From all current appearances the DNA molecule simply occurred intact as we see it today. Where did it come from? This should be a serious question set forth by the fields of science and biology. Why then is it not? Why should we continue to promulgate the 150 year old notions of those who had no clue as to the &#8220origins of life?”

Consider this, Darwin himself offered important criterion by which to test his theory. He said, &#8220If it could be demonstrated that any complex organ existed, which could not possibly have been formed by numerous, successive, slight modifications, my theory would absolutely break down.”

Keep that in mind and consider this, Darwin added a chapter to his book, called &#8220Difficulties on Theory,” in which he openly admitted the existence of difficulties in the following terms: &#8220Such is the sum of the several chief objections and difficulties which may justly be urged against my theoryŠ I have felt these difficulties far too heavily during many years to doubt their weight.”

Understand also that to Darwin the cell and its inner workings were a mystery.

Today we understand the complex inner workings of molecular machinery and cellular systems.

Science has discovered a phenomenon known as &#8220irreducible complexity.” This is based on empirical evidence and literally constitutes the antithesis of Darwin's theory. To Darwin it was a mystery, but not to modern science.

All the actions of living organisms are an integral result of the DNA molecule and thus pre-ordained in the molecule when formed and before life begins.

This has assuredly existed in its current form since the beginning of all organic life. Therefore, organic life demands an explanation outside of the current evolutionary theory.

All the errors in Darwinian theory can be disproved by the scientific method alone. No reference to a belief system is required. Anyone claiming to be a &#8220scientist” believing evolution to be factual is biased to the point that their opinions on any topic involved with the field of biology must be deemed suspect. In truth, this is no different than the opinions (when not based on biblical accuracy) of those others call &#8220Bible Thumpers.”

We must demand accuracy and a full disclosure of truth in academic AND Church environs. For too long the &#8220ambitious” have engineered lies. Ask about the Dinosaur Wars, Java man, Piltdown man, Nebraska man, Lucy and the Cardiff giant. Hoaxes and propaganda to gain fame and fortune. And ask your Christian minister what they base their beliefs upon and what they think of the Divine Authority of the Bible. If they elevate their opinion above the Scripture, you might want to look elsewhere for spiritual counsel.

Don't take my word for it, do a little research on your own. Consider the Bereans!

Acts 17:11b . . . they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so. (1769 Authorized Version).

The Reverend Linus A. Mathis III is the founder and director of Frontier Christian Ministries. Contact him at fcm@mtaonline.net.