Science: Knowledge, Faith, and the Creator
A branch of knowledge that investigates the natural world through observation, evidence, and orderly research.
Science and the Witness of Creation
Science is knowledge based on facts gained by observation, evidence and research through the systematic study of the natural world.
Increasingly science is proving the Bible is true and admitting even “The heavens declare the handiwork of God… So humanity is without excuse” (Ps 19:1; Rom 1:20).
Do I see God’s handiwork in the world around me?
The Limits of Human Reason
The application of science enables us to combat disease, ignorance, and push many boundaries in the physical realm, yet our limited ability and logic is suspect and liable to mistakes.
Outstanding advances in various sciences demonstrate the potential of human logic and imagination to discover and do amazing things, yet God always has been and will always be much more intelligent than mankind.
The theory of evolution is an example whereby rebellious humanity has invented a way to by-pass the Creator God and so consider they are not accountable to Him. Any interpretation of the evidence or conjecture that attempts to remove God from involvement with the world and its origin is incompatible with true science. “The fool says in their heart, there is no God,” exchanging the truth about God for a lie (Ps 53:1; Rom 1:25).
However, denying He exists will not prevent anyone standing before Him and being judged (Mt 16:27; Rom 2:6, 14:11-12; Rev 20:11-15).
Do I hold God’s truth above human theory?
A Christian Approach to Science
A Christian’s embrace and belief in science should never be greater than their belief in God – while embracing advancements that confirm the truth, reject putting human knowledge or theory above God.
Our faith in God must remain paramount as salvation is only found in Christ, not science. Those who hold their faith in human reasoning and logic above faith in the Creator will endeavour to find facts to defend that position.
Science cannot prove or disprove God or the Bible. Science should be a neutral discipline, coming to an understanding of the truth, in everything from the vastness of the universe to the complexity and replication of DNA. God has never been proved wrong and never will be.
Is my faith securely anchored in God?
Reflection and Application:
- Where do I see evidence of God’s handiwork in the natural world?
- How can I keep my faith in Christ greater than my confidence in human reasoning?
- What theories or assumptions might I be placing above God’s truth?
- How can I approach science as a neutral discipline that honours the Creator?