Unbelievable? Classic: Does Science Point to God? Oxford Prof vs Atheist Philosopher - John Lennox vs Michael Ruse
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Sep 9, 2025 
John Lennox, an Oxford professor and Christian thinker, debates with Michael Ruse, a philosopher of science and author, on whether science points to God. They discuss the roots of science in a Judeo-Christian worldview and challenge the idea of scientism. Miracles and their implications on faith take center stage, alongside the complexities of evil, suffering, and free will. The audience weighs in on topics like the Big Bang and objective morality, revealing sharp disagreements and surprising agreements between the two thinkers.
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Formative Northern Ireland Upbringing
- John Lennox recounts growing up in Northern Ireland with parents who modeled Christian faith through actions like employing across community lines.
- That upbringing taught him both personal faith and to engage respectfully with those who disagree.
From Quaker Youth To Agnostic Philosopher
- Michael Ruse describes a Quaker childhood that faded into agnostic atheism by his twenties while keeping a mystical sensibility.
- He became a philosopher of science focused on Darwin and remained open to dialogue with believers.
Christian Roots Of Modern Science
- John Lennox argues modern science arose because early scientists expected law in nature due to belief in a lawgiver.
- He sees the rational, law-governed universe as plausibly pointing to a divine mind behind it.
