The Alisa Childers Podcast #83 An Astrophysicist Tells How Science led Him to Jesus, With Hugh Ross
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Nov 1, 2020 
Hugh Ross, an astrophysicist and founder of Reasons to Believe, shares how his studies in physics led him to embrace Christianity. He discusses the alignment of scientific principles with biblical creation narratives, revealing the Bible's predictive accuracy. Ross recounts memorable encounters with skeptics and emphasizes how unexpected conversations can influence spiritual journeys. He also reflects on navigating scientific anomalies alongside scripture, advocating for a harmony between faith and scientific inquiry.
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Hugh Ross's Path to Faith
- Dr. Hugh Ross, an astrophysicist, found faith in Christ through scientific inquiry as a teenager.
- He was intrigued by the Big Bang model, leading him to search for the "cosmic beginner."
Scientific Method in Genesis
- Genesis 1-2 outlines the scientific method: establishing a frame of reference, initial conditions, observations, and final conditions.
- The Bible contains multiple creation accounts, allowing for a deeper, scientifically consistent interpretation.
The Bible vs. Thermodynamics
- Ross calculated the probability of biblical predictions being mere coincidence as astronomically small (1 in 10^300).
- This was far less likely than a thermodynamic reversal, bolstering his faith in the Bible's reliability.