The flow of information in our age is so aggressive that we feel like we always HAVE to be engaged. We don't. But it is a learning curve to live in such informed, fast-paced, integrated world and not lose our minds over interactions.
If every objection was worth answering than proverbs wouldn’t exist. “Do not answer a fool according to his folly lest you be like him, answer a fool according to his folly lest he be wise in his own eyes.” While there are lots of valid ways to interpret that verse, one I think people miss is the “Damned if you do and damned if you don’t.” Aspect of it as well.
I agree that we don't necessarily need to engage with every comment or disagreement.
I don't engage with DTJ because I don't think he or his audience will ever consider other side of the argument. I will rather reach those who are open minded.
I’m a bit surprised by that characterization of DTJ. While he certainly has an edge to his style at times, he’s a former naturalist who came to see significant problems in the Darwinian account and ultimately rejected it.
Wouldn’t such an intellectual journey suggests an open-minded willingness to follow the evidence where it leads?
Sure, I guess you can say he was open-minded, but that doesn't mean he was correct. I'd say those who actually understand evolution would say it's far more than compelling.
Do you think he will change his mind again if he realizes evolution is real? Basing faith on the assumption that evolution is wrong is dangerous.
The flow of information in our age is so aggressive that we feel like we always HAVE to be engaged. We don't. But it is a learning curve to live in such informed, fast-paced, integrated world and not lose our minds over interactions.
100% this!
If every objection was worth answering than proverbs wouldn’t exist. “Do not answer a fool according to his folly lest you be like him, answer a fool according to his folly lest he be wise in his own eyes.” While there are lots of valid ways to interpret that verse, one I think people miss is the “Damned if you do and damned if you don’t.” Aspect of it as well.
I agree that we don't necessarily need to engage with every comment or disagreement.
I don't engage with DTJ because I don't think he or his audience will ever consider other side of the argument. I will rather reach those who are open minded.
I’m a bit surprised by that characterization of DTJ. While he certainly has an edge to his style at times, he’s a former naturalist who came to see significant problems in the Darwinian account and ultimately rejected it.
Wouldn’t such an intellectual journey suggests an open-minded willingness to follow the evidence where it leads?
Sure, I guess you can say he was open-minded, but that doesn't mean he was correct. I'd say those who actually understand evolution would say it's far more than compelling.
Do you think he will change his mind again if he realizes evolution is real? Basing faith on the assumption that evolution is wrong is dangerous.
I thought his arguments were less about evolution being wrong and more that it doesn't necessarily disprove a creator as many people believe?