Many people wrestle with the profound question about the existence of God. In this slideshow, Dr. Boa unpacks some key arguments for His existence. www.kenboa.org
Many people wrestle with the profound question about the existence of God. In this slideshow, Dr. Boa unpacks some key arguments for His existence. www.kenboa.org
Many people assume that belief in God is based purely on blind faith. Best-selling books such as Richard Dawkins' “The God Delusion” and Christopher Hitchens' “God is Not Great” have aggressively argued that belief in God is irrational at best. From the academic standpoint, it appears that God may, indeed, be dead.
However, the declaration of God’s death may be premature. New scientific discoveries are reinvigorating classical arguments for the existence of God. In this talk, we will take a look at some of the most powerful contemporary arguments for a personal Creator.
This was a presentation we used along with \'How to choose your God\' in our Church youth Bible Study group. It presents a logical framework to understand the existence of God and how God reveals Himself thru creation, conscience, communication (over the ages) and ultimately thru Christ.
Lesson 2 of a multipart series. Approaches to Apologetics. Covers different styles of apologetics including evidential, presuppostional, missional, integrative, and combinational.
Acts is one of the most action packed books of the Bible. Luke describes the spread of the gospel from Jerusalem to Rome The challenge of Jesus to take the gospel to the ends of the earth was impossible with out the power and leadership of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is mentioned 43 times in Acts more than any other book.
The Feast of Pentecost points to the following: 1) the time when Christ will pour the Holy Spirit upon his saints to prepare them for his coming during the last days; and
2) the gathering together of the 144,000, a group of saints that are deemed the “first fruit” of God’s harvest or his people.
Every natural thing is merely a manifestation of something spiritual. This set of slides explores the spirit realm and guidance for the spiritual warfare required of all born-again believers.
Many people assume that belief in God is based purely on blind faith. Best-selling books such as Richard Dawkins' “The God Delusion” and Christopher Hitchens' “God is Not Great” have aggressively argued that belief in God is irrational at best. From the academic standpoint, it appears that God may, indeed, be dead.
However, the declaration of God’s death may be premature. New scientific discoveries are reinvigorating classical arguments for the existence of God. In this talk, we will take a look at some of the most powerful contemporary arguments for a personal Creator.
This was a presentation we used along with \'How to choose your God\' in our Church youth Bible Study group. It presents a logical framework to understand the existence of God and how God reveals Himself thru creation, conscience, communication (over the ages) and ultimately thru Christ.
Lesson 2 of a multipart series. Approaches to Apologetics. Covers different styles of apologetics including evidential, presuppostional, missional, integrative, and combinational.
Acts is one of the most action packed books of the Bible. Luke describes the spread of the gospel from Jerusalem to Rome The challenge of Jesus to take the gospel to the ends of the earth was impossible with out the power and leadership of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is mentioned 43 times in Acts more than any other book.
The Feast of Pentecost points to the following: 1) the time when Christ will pour the Holy Spirit upon his saints to prepare them for his coming during the last days; and
2) the gathering together of the 144,000, a group of saints that are deemed the “first fruit” of God’s harvest or his people.
Every natural thing is merely a manifestation of something spiritual. This set of slides explores the spirit realm and guidance for the spiritual warfare required of all born-again believers.
Understanding Logical Argumentation, Structure, and Reasoningmrbelprez
Understanding Logical Argumentation, Structure, and Reasoning by looking at sample arguments in standard and argument form. With practice exercises for argument analysis and Links to supplemental videos.
This presentation covers proofs for the creation of the universe by God and examines Biblical and philosophical evidence regarding how it was carried out.
Does God exist, and how do we know? Workshop on tawhid at Camp UK, 2016. 4 classical proofs of God (Allah) found in Qur'an and hadith which are used across religious and philosophical traditions. Suggestions for discussion and personal reflection.
Tony’s latest series of talks will position Ron’s talks on Mind and Matter in a biblical context. Ron’s talks on mind over Matter have humanised creation and reintroduced mystery to nature. In this talk Tony's asks, how does this apply to our theology of creation, of the relation between man and God, God and the natural world? All of these questions come to a head in our view of the Incarnation – was it a ‘detour’ or was it actually necessary as defining the destiny of all creation? Was Iraneaus right when he said that the Incarnation was necessary even without sin? This debate has been pivotal in the Christian tradition and has vast implications. Tony will overview some of the history of the debate, and then move to its implications for the Incarnation, and for the Incarnation’s implications for our topic of mind v matter. Ron will return for a final talk on quantum theory the month after Tony’s talk.
Does God Exist? A question that even atheists spend a lot of time on, having concluded already that there is no God. Hava look at the framework of a lesson I put togther to explore the question.
This presentation presents the second of three core arguments for the existence of God and presents evidence for God being the intelligent cause of the universe.
What is the Meaning, Goal, Purpose, & End of the Evolving Cosmos?Paul H. Carr
Theological perspectives of Einstein, Teilhard de Chardin, Paul Tillich, John Haught, and Alfred N. Whitehead on the purpose and goal of the cosmos, which has evolved from its beginning in the Big Bang, 13.8 Billion years ago
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
How to Split Bills in the Odoo 17 POS ModuleCeline George
Bills have a main role in point of sale procedure. It will help to track sales, handling payments and giving receipts to customers. Bill splitting also has an important role in POS. For example, If some friends come together for dinner and if they want to divide the bill then it is possible by POS bill splitting. This slide will show how to split bills in odoo 17 POS.
How to Create Map Views in the Odoo 17 ERPCeline George
The map views are useful for providing a geographical representation of data. They allow users to visualize and analyze the data in a more intuitive manner.
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
Impact of Ethnobotany in traditional medicine,
New development in herbals,
Bio-prospecting tools for drug discovery,
Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
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Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
4. THREE MAJOR CATEGORIES
• Cosmological: the
universe and everything in it depends on
something [God] for its existence.
• Teleological: the
natural world appears to have been designed
(with a purpose) by a designer [God].
• Ontological: existence of God is entailed by the concept of
God.
5. PLATO
Timaeus (circa 360 BCE)
A benevolent demiurge (craftsman) who
worked with pre-existing matter to create
everything according to an eternal model
(paradigmata) consisting of ideals (forms,
eidos).
6. ARISTOTLE
Physics : Five elements (addition of the
quintessence, aether)
Metaphysics: Four causes (explanation of
how a thing came about)
9. THOMAS AQUINAS
1224 - 1274
Converted Platonic demiurge into
Christian God.
Summa Theologica
Five proofs for the existence of
God (“The Five Ways”)
10. FROM MOTION
Nothing can move itself.
If every object in motion had a
mover, then the first object in
motion needed a mover.
This first mover is the Unmoved
Mover, called God.
11. FROM CAUSATION
There exists things that are caused
(created) by other things.
Nothing can be the cause of itself
(nothing can create itself.)
There can not be an endless string of
objects causing other objects to exist.
Therefore, there must be an
uncaused first cause called God.
12. THE DESIGN ARGUMENT
Teleological argument
Common sense tells us that the
universe works in such a way that
one can conclude that it was
designed by an intelligent designer.
13. EVIDENTIALISM
Any claim is rational if and
only if there is sufficient
evidence to support it, and
rationality is in direct
proportion to the balance of
evidence.
David Hume
15. PHYSICO-THEOLOGY
• Revival of a posteriori arguments • John Ray - Wisdom of God
Manifested in the Works of the
Creation (1691)
• Particularly British (and Protestant) • Richard Bentley – A Confutation of
Atheism (1692)
• William Derham – Physico-Theology
• Aimed at the lay public rather than (1715)
theologians or natural philosophers
• Joseph Priestly – Disquisitions
Pertaining to Matter and Spirit
(1777)
16. NEWTON
“This most beautiful system of the sun,
planets, and comets, could only
proceed from the counsel and
dominion of an intelligent Being. … This
Being governs all things, not as the soul
of the world, but as Lord over all; and
on account of his dominion he is wont
to be called Lord God pantokrator …
The Supreme God is a Being eternal,
infinite, absolutely perfect being; but a
being, however perfect, without
dominion is not the Lord God.”
17. NEWTON
“Gravity explains the motions of
the planets, but it cannot explain
who set the planets in motion. God
governs all things and knows all that
is or can be done.”
18. ROBERT BOYLE
The universe “is like a rare clock …
where all things are so skillfully
contrived, that the engine being once
set a-moving, all things proceed
according to the artificer's first design,
and the motions … do not require
the particular interposing of the
artificer, or any intelligent agent
employed by him, but perform their
functions upon particular occasions, by
virtue of the general and primitive
contrivance of the whole engine.”
19. JOHN RAY
“There is for a free man no
occupation more worthy and
delightful than to contemplate
the beauteous works of nature
and honour the infinite wisdom
and goodness of God.” (1660)
20. JOHN RAY
“Let it not suffice to be book-
learned, to read what others
have written and to take upon
trust more falsehood than truth,
but let us ourselves examine
things as we have opportunity,
and converse with Nature as well
as with books.” (1691)
26. CICERO
“When you see a sundial or a water-
clock, you see that it tells the time by
design and not by chance. How then
can you imagine that the universe as
a whole is devoid of purpose and
intelligence, when it embraces
everything, including these artifacts
themselves and their artificers?”
De Natura Deorum
29. ELLIOT SOBER
A: X is intricate and well suited to a task T
W1: X is a product of intelligent design
W2: X is a product of random physical forces
Paley claims that the likelihood of W1 given A exceeds that of
W2, i.e. P(A|W1) >> P(A|W2)
This is an abduction to the best explanation
30. THE DESIGN ARGUMENT
Many of the things we observe are
complicated, intricate and work well
together. This cannot have arisen by
chance and therefore must have arisen
by design.
Design implies a Designer (Argument
to Design)
Good, perfect and benevolent design
implies a good, perfect, benevolent
designer God (Argument from Design)
31. Contrivance shows presence of
designing intelligence whose
attributes “must be adequate to
the magnitude, extent, and
multiplicity of his operations”
“Uniformity of plan observable
in the universe” reflects the unity
and wisdom of God.
Goodness is proven by beneficial
nature of contrivances and
pleasure added to animal
sensations
32. “WE HAVE NO REASON TO
FEAR”
“The hinges in the wings of an earwig
and the joints of its antennae, are as
highly wrought, as if the Creator had
nothing else to finish. We see no signs
of diminution of care by multiplicity of
objects, or of distraction of thought by
variety. We have no reason to fear,
therefore, our being forgotten, or
overlooked, or neglected.”
35. NATURAL RELIGION
Treatise on Human Nature
(1739-’40)
Our ideas reach no farther
than our experience and
we can thus have no
conception of divine
attributes
36. REVEALED RELIGION
An Enquiry Concerning
Human Understanding
(1748)
It is never reasonable to
believe in violations of
natural law
37. ORIGIN OF RELIGION
Natural History of Religion
(1757)
We are only left with
“vulgar religion” - the
religion of the masses,
emotions and instincts.
This religion has its origin in
dread of the unknown
39. HUME’S VERSION OF PALEY
Watches are a product of intelligent design
Watches and organisms are similar (to a
degree)
∴ Organisms are a product of intelligent
design.
(This is an argument from analogy)
40. HUME’S (?) CONCLUSION
• Design argument is a flawed analogy
• Limits of our experience of the vast universe
• No definitive proof of the unity, powerfulness, or presence of
the creator
• “atotal suspension of judgement is here our only reasonable
resource.”
41. All things bright and beautiful,
All creatures great and small,
All things wise and wonderful: The rich man in his castle,
The Lord God made them all. The poor man at his gate,
He made them, high or lowly,
Each little flower that opens, And ordered their estate.
Each little bird that sings,
He made their glowing colors,
He made their tiny wings.
42. All things bright and beautiful,
All creatures great and small,
All things wise and wonderful: The rich man in his castle,
The Lord God made them all. The poor man at his gate,
He made them, high or lowly,
Each little flower that opens, And ordered their estate.
Each little bird that sings,
He made their glowing colors,
He made their tiny wings.
43. All things dull and ugly, All things sick and cancerous,
All creatures short and squat, All evil great and small,
All things rude and nasty, All things foul and dangerous,
The Lord God made the lot. The Lord God made them all.
Each little snake that poisons, All things scabbed and ulcerous,
Each little wasp that stings, All pox both great and small,
He made their brutish venom, Putrid, foul and gangrenous,
He made their horrid wings. The Lord God made them all.
44.
45. THE PROBLEM OF EVIL
Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then He is not
omnipotent.
Is He able, but not willing? Then He is malevolent.
Is He both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil?
Is He neither able nor willing? Then why call Him God?
46.
47. “NATURE, RED IN TOOTH &
CLAW”
Are God and Nature then at strife,
That Nature lends such evil dreams?
So careful of the type she seems,
So careless of the single life;
‘So careful of the type?’ but no.
From scarped cliff and quarried stone
She cries, ‘A thousand types are gone:
I care for nothing, all shall go.
48. CHARLES DARWIN
Design was apparent and did not
imply a designer.
Natural mechanisms were sufficient
to explain good (and bad) design
“Evil” is a meaningless concept when
considering the natural world.