The Cold-Case Christianity Podcast
Are Science and Belief in God Incompatible?
Mar 26, 2025
Explore the intriguing intersection of science and belief in God through a detective’s lens. Discover how consciousness challenges naturalistic explanations and may imply a higher intelligence. Delve into the mind-body connection and the distinctive qualities of the brain versus the mind. Uncover evidence that questions whether a purely physical perspective can account for complex human experiences. The discussion raises profound questions about the nature of reality and whether a divine creator is at play.
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- Consciousness challenges naturalistic explanations, implying that a non-material explanation may be necessary to understand subjective experiences.
- Using a detective-like investigative approach reveals potential limitations of naturalism in explaining phenomena such as consciousness and the inception of life.
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The Problem of Consciousness
Consciousness presents a significant challenge when examining the universe through a purely naturalistic lens. While naturalism attempts to explain all existence as a product of physical processes, it struggles to account for the subjective experience that comes with consciousness. This experience involves self-awareness, emotions, thoughts, and perceptions, which do not readily emerge from mere physical interactions. The complexities of consciousness suggest that a non-material explanation may be necessary, raising doubts about whether naturalism can adequately address the phenomenon of conscious experience.
