Whatever your thoughts about this subject, this is important to watch and learn if Christians are to have the "conversation" with those out there who believe science provides all of the answers. I was amazed to observe the surety, confidence and dare I say "faith," with which Smoot describes the origin, construction and structure of the Universe. It seemed clear evidence to me in term of "Intelligent Design." It also heightened tremendously - in an almost overwhelming sense - of God's omnipotence, omnipresence and omniscience.
At Serious Play 2008, astrophysicist George Smoot shows stunning new images from deep-space surveys, and prods us to ponder how the cosmos -- with its giant webs of dark matter and mysterious gaping voids -- got built this way.
About George Smoot
Astrophysicist, cosmologist and Nobel Prize winner George Smoot studies the cosmic microwave background radiation -- the afterglow of the Big Bang. His pioneering research into deep space and… Full bio and more links
Rich, This is great stuff! Not only does this content blow your mind, but also I would like to count how many times Smoot uses the word "design" in this 18 minute talk. As you said he speaks with so much confidence and "surety" when he says the word and he does this in a field where I would imagine using the word "design" is not Kosher. I liked what he said about not being able to see the pattern when you are in the middle something. I can understand how someone might lend creedance to a big bang theory if you were just look into the night sky, but if you step back and look at it like Smoot allowed us to you could see the design. It was mind blowing. I felt like for a second that I might be seeing a glimps of what God sees when He beholds the universe. Only He can stand apart from this universe and see it. Amazing! Also if you are looking for more thoughts regarding conversations with people who use science to answer lifes big questions you can check out my latest post if you want.
Credo:
I want to be known as a gracious, authentic, biblical Christian—infused with godly and empathetic wisdom; as well as becoming a growing Christian mystic, exercised through a primarily intuitive nature; who is completely unafraid to take the inner walk both within myself, as well as within my brother, and as a result becoming transformed over into the image of Christ—fully restored in my relationship with Christ, within myself, between others and within the Created order.
To be an authentic person in Christ, who lives to give glory to God through the building up of God's Kingdom, living passionately to restore and transform all people and institutions around me.
"Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."Romans 12:1-2 NIV
Personal Mission Statements
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To explore and embrace the devoted life in Christ.
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To pursue and promote the Kingdom of God in all areas of life.
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To engage in the praxis of knowing how "to do the things Jesus would do, if He were me in the here and now."
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To live an authentic, vibrant, personal faith in all sectors of life: family, work, and church.
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To pursue and express my vocation as an "out-ward" and primary expression of my calling in life.
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To be faithful, passionate, and committed to my God-given giftedness, talents, and calling.
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To serve others, faithfully, with a humble spirit, and with unconditional love.
Personal Core Value Statements
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I will always be devoted first to Christ.
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I will always pursue personal growth on all levels and areas of my life.
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I will always seek to learn, articulate, and model the gospel of Christ in the safe as well as dangerous places in the world.
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I will always seek to live a transformational life.
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I will always be a devoted, faithful, and supportive husband to Ruth.
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I will always be a devoted, faithful, and encouraging father to Jeremiah and Jordan.
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I will always seek to develop my mind and heart through additional education, experiences, and independent reading.
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Rich, This is great stuff! Not only does this content blow your mind, but also I would like to count how many times Smoot uses the word "design" in this 18 minute talk. As you said he speaks with so much confidence and "surety" when he says the word and he does this in a field where I would imagine using the word "design" is not Kosher. I liked what he said about not being able to see the pattern when you are in the middle something. I can understand how someone might lend creedance to a big bang theory if you were just look into the night sky, but if you step back and look at it like Smoot allowed us to you could see the design. It was mind blowing. I felt like for a second that I might be seeing a glimps of what God sees when He beholds the universe. Only He can stand apart from this universe and see it. Amazing!
Also if you are looking for more thoughts regarding conversations with people who use science to answer lifes big questions you can check out my latest post if you want.
http://dstamile.blogspot.com/2008/11/how-do-you-know.html
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