How did it start?

May I also suggest Yankee that you slow down a bit.You may find yourself having a tough time defending all the posts you are making.Many of the people here are years ahead of you in the sciences you are brining up and some know the bible very thoughly as well. Don't bite off too much at once.

You're right, I don't know much about the Bible. I didn't say I did. Another suggestion for you is to read very carefully.There are many here, both believers and none, who know a lot, maybe more than you do. But perhaps you are very knowledgable about the Bible.I can tell already that you are not so knowledgable about the sciences. There are several real geologists here. There is now a new Flood thread for you to show how much you know in.That first question seems simple enough, just shells on mountains. I'm sure you can answer it. Another piece of advice would be to watch out for arrogance. It will allow some people to feel ok with pulling no punchs and making things a bit tougher for you than they otherwise might. Enjoy!Operating in Admin mode I try hard not to get involved in the actual debate. In addition there are many here who want a chance to discuss all that you posted. It isn't fair for one person to have all the fun.This message has been edited by AdminNosy, 11-24-2004 11:25 PM

Come'on Crash. How far off topic are you trying to go.Guiness doesn't recognize any records in this area.Stick close to home.

I suggest that the link to the material with your comments on it are more appropriate. Cut and paste jobs do now show that you understand the argument. In addition to make it clear that it is not your work you should have given the l ink up front.If is up to you to show that you understand what you are posting.This message has been edited by AdminNosy, 02-02-2005 13:20 AM

Just a reminder (but you know already): This is not a bible accuracy thread. It is about the orgin of life.Stick to that. This is a science thread the bible isn't helpful here.This message has been edited by AdminNosy, 02-02-2005 16:33 AM

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Sorry, I just stumbled over this question. Many of those here who accept evolutionary biology (both unbelievers and believers) have no argument with individuals beliefs. What we all have an argument with is the pretense that there is any science behind creationism. It is the attempt to inject religious beliefs (of a minority cult) into the science classrooms that are our major concern.If individuals choose to believe certain things based on faith then that is their choice. If they think that they have any scientific backing for those beliefs they have to support these ideas with the same rigor that all scientific ideas require.Many Christians think it is a form of blasphemy to subject the Bible and their religion to scientific scrutiny. That is one reason why the literalist creationists find themselves at odds with both science and theology.To bring the Bible into a science thread subjects it to that rigorous scrutiny.If someone suggests that geology or biology or the chemistry of the origin of life is covered by the Bible then they have to show with good evidence that what the Bible appears to say is true. There are no impertinant questions. This is one which perhaps deserves a thread of its own. It is an interesting philosophical and forum organizational issue. I think there should be some extensive material on this as part of the introduction to evcforum.