Whats wrong with atheism?

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Do you think there is a point in evolutionary theory, as presented today, that elevates above fact into opinion, and if yes, at what point?
Evolution is objective science pure and simple. Opinions are subjective and vary from person to person. How some people choose to use or abuse evolution in no way affects the validity of the facts behind it.
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RebelSnake wrote:
Do you think there is a point in evolutionary theory, as presented today, that elevates above fact into opinion, and if yes, at what point?
Evolution is objective science pure and simple. Opinions are subjective and vary from person to person. How some people choose to use or abuse evolution in no way affects the validity of the facts behind it.
How far do the facts go, however? When does direct observation and measurement leave off and when does opinion and inference start in?

Do you believe creationism and evolution are necessarily mutually exclusive?
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Do you believe creationism and evolution are necessarily mutually exclusive?
Evolution is science. Creationism is religion.
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RebelSnake wrote:
Do you believe creationism and evolution are necessarily mutually exclusive?
Evolution is science. Creationism is religion.
Thanks for that clarification. It doesn't answer my question however. Is creationism and evolution mutually exclusive? More to the point, as you clarify, are science and religion mutually exclusive?
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Is creationism and evolution mutually exclusive?
Yes
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RebelSnake wrote:
Is creationism and evolution mutually exclusive?
Yes
If you're certain of this, and have read the board purpose and discussion guidelines, then why are you here?
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Intense. And he doesn't make a very good point, seems like a very Puritan mind-set.
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I think he may be a

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The guy who writes those articles is sick.


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I couldn't bare to read more than one paragraph. It is completely an attack on our brothers and only creates more separation in the Sonship. The author should expect opposition.
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