Renewing Your Mind Chance: The Modern Myth
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Aug 12, 2025 
R.C. Sproul, the founder of Ligonier Ministries and an influential theologian, dives into the myth that chance governs the universe. He critiques the notion of randomness as a source of life, arguing for the primacy of divine creation over chaotic chance. Sproul discusses the historical influence of myth on understanding existence and challenges the philosophical implications of believing in chance. He emphasizes the need for collaboration between science and theology to explore the true nature of creation, rejecting the idea that the universe could emerge from nothing.
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Myths Linger In Modern Thinking
- R.C. Sproul notes modern people still borrow ancient myths in language and thought.
- He warns we should not assume our age is free from mythology.
Chance As The Grand Modern Myth
- R.C. Sproul argues that chance has become a pervasive modern myth.
- He calls it the great myth of 20th-century thought.
Chance As A Soft Pillow For Thought
- R.C. Sproul says thinkers treat chance like a comforting explanation for mysteries.
- He quotes Delvaix calling chance a law and a "soft pillow" for modern thought.