For me and my experiences, science conveys a materialistic view of the
world that denies the existence of any reality outside the material world.
Science is incompatible with my religious faith. I do not reject science. I am
in awe of the wonderful achievements of science. It is important for me to
properly understand both because science and religion concern different
matters. The extent of science in the world of nature and is observed
indirectly and directly by our senses. Outside the world of nature, science
has no authority over religious beliefs. It does not offend me that science is
materialistic. d
Quincey (2006) explains science tests its theories and produces reliable,
predictable, and practical knowledge. However, why should we trust that
knowledge just because science says so we are more likely to have a truer
reason of reality than we get from spiritual insight? d
Sometimes science can be contradicting to bring about confusion. I do not
like the integration of other knowledge that does not lead me to the truth of
God (Jesus) Who is the true King, and the creator of everything that exists.
If there is anything that strays away from the truth of the Bible, I will reject
it, completely. The world has taken and caused a lot of confusion with the
gift of wisdom and knowledge. Entwistle (2015) expresses Christianity is
much more than theology. The Bible teaches us that wisdom is only a
prayer away (James 1:5). Although most of us will never be rocket
scientists, we can all come to understand the meaning of life by turning
from worldly ways. Jesus Christ calls us to be as wise and keen as
serpents, but it is nothing like the world's wisdom. Godly wisdom is sincere,
peace-loving, gentle, innocent, and full of mercy that is willing to accept
others. For believers, wisdom is not just having certain qualities of
experience, knowledge, and good judgment. This type of wisdom comes from
God Himself, who is the source of all wisdom, understanding, and counsel.
d
References
d
https://www.lifepositive.com/four-gifts-of-knowing/Christian Links to an
external site. de Quincey, January 2006
Entwistle, D.N. (2015). Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity
(3rd ed.). Cascade Books
