The Westminster Podcast Science and Faith w/ Vern Poythress
Apr 28, 2025
In this discussion, Vern Poythress, a theology of science expert from Westminster Theological Seminary, explores the complex relationship between faith and modern science. He challenges misconceptions about their conflict, advocating for a deep understanding that supports believers. Poythress also delves into the moral implications of AI technology, urging discernment and a faith-based approach. Examining the roots of scientific thought in biblical narratives, he emphasizes the importance of integrating science and Scripture while navigating contemporary challenges.
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Equip Church for Science Questions
- Equip pastors and believers to address science-faith questions responsibly, even if they are not science experts.
- Provide resources and referrals within the church to handle difficult scientific questions without shutting down conversations.
Science as Praise and Challenge
- Science can be a source of praise and service to God, revealing His goodness in nature and the mind.
- However, technology is mixed due to sin and misuse, even though scientific knowledge advances positively.
Science-Faith Conflict Roots
- The conflict between science and Christianity partly stems from cultural history, like Enlightenment challenges and evolutionary theory.
- Human rebellion sometimes uses intellectual gifts to oppose Christian faith, making the struggle ongoing and complex.
