As we discuss our frequent topic – evolution versus creation – there is a common sub-theme that has surfaced several times, that being our assertion that the #1 reason for atheism is religion. Undoubtedly there is good in all religions. Without doubt, the loft principles religions teach are not practiced by a certain percentage of their followers, whether they are …
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To follow up on last week’s sermon, a bit more about diatoms. They are actually microscopic algae that encase themselves in intricate glass shells. They have been called the most successful organism on earth: they live by the gazillions in every ocean. They are also responsible for about one-fourth of all photosynthesis on Planet Earth, thanks in part to their …
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One of the foundation principles of evolutionary thought is that life reached its present complex states and all its astounding diversity by gradually becoming more and more sophisticated. Under this premise, life began in the simplest forms imaginable and progressed from there. There’s just one problem with that doctrine: as one scientific article asked, “Is any form of life really …
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Relax, brethren. I do not plan to discuss anything Bible-related today. Since my target pew-fillers are atheists and believers in evolution, some parishioners were getting sweaty palms after several sermonettes in a row discussing why religion is the #1 cause of atheism. Let’s get back to science. Think for a moment about Xerox. Ricoh. The mind of Minolta. Over the …
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We’ve been on a bit of a tangent recently here at The Church of the Infinite Chasm. In a digression from our standard topics of science and observations about nature, we’ve been talking about why it has been said – quite accurately – that religion is the #1 cause of atheism. We’re saying there is a chasm – and a …
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Humans are amazing creatures. Sure, we can be incredibly stupid, both individually and as a race. But many individuals down through history have been absolute geniuses. Humans have invented farming, incubators, thermometers, desalinization, paper, air conditioning, flight (at speeds faster than sound; even into space and back), jet propulsion, computers, compasses, underwater breathing and submarines, sonar, antifreeze, incredibly accurate clocks, …
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If you believe in evolution, I’d like you to wrap your brain around this: your brain. Some biologists have likened the brain to a bowl of Jell-O, but this particular quivering blob has been called the most complicated piece of machinery in the known universe. That’s saying a lot. To liken the brain to the most complex computer on the …
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Today’s meeting of the Church of the Infinite Chasm was prompted by a comment I heard last weekend: “The #1 cause of atheism is religion.” That’s like saying the #1 cause of obesity is Weight Watchers. Unfortunately however, it’s true (not in the case of obesity, but certainly when it comes to atheism). EXAMPLE: There are religionists who believe and …
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Time is in short supply today, unfortunately. But that doesn’t mean we can’t spare a few moments of our precious time for dear old Darwin. I wish I had more artistic talent. If I could make my living as a painter, I would feel like I had achieved nirvana. Or forget the money altogether. If I never sold a single …
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Wherein we continue our series about evolutionary propaganda. Propaganda is a lot like advertising. You can’t expect a car commercial, for instance, to inform you about the sleek new design and wonderful optional features of a certain model AND give you the details of their poor review in Consumer Reports and their dismal results in federal crash tests. That ain’t …