Do Baptists appear to be intellectually challenged baboons...?

[PrincetonGuy]

Do Baptists appear to be intellectually challenged baboons suffering from the late stages of dementia when they argue against the theory of evolution?

This is not intended to be a thread about the merits of the theory of evolution; it is intended to be a thread about the quality of the typical arguments Baptists use when arguing against the theory of evolution, and the consequence of the use of those arguments. The wording of the question posed is not to be understood as insulting of anyone or anyone’s beliefs, but as light-hearted Baptist humor. The arguments used by Baptists to defend their core Baptists beliefs are excellent, solid arguments, but are the arguments typically used by the Baptists when arguing against the theory of evolution excellent, solid arguments?

 

[miamited]

Hi PG,

Well, they are to me and if that makes me an intellectually challenged baboon in your sight, I can live with that.

God bless you.
In Christ, Ted

 

[Osage Bluestem]

Do Baptists appear to be intellectually challenged baboons suffering from the late stages of dementia when they argue against the theory of evolution?

This is not intended to be a thread about the merits of the theory of evolution; it is intended to be a thread about the quality of the typical arguments Baptists use when arguing against the theory of evolution, and the consequence of the use of those arguments. The wording of the question posed is not to be understood as insulting of anyone or anyone’s beliefs, but as light-hearted Baptist humor. The arguments used by Baptists to defend their core Baptists beliefs are excellent, solid arguments, but are the arguments typically used by the Baptists when arguing against the theory of evolution excellent, solid arguments?

Do you believe in evolution?

 

[Hammster]

I think Al Mohler did a pretty good job.

Message 15, Why Does the Universe Look So Old? from Tough Questions Christians Face: 2010 National Conference Conference by Various Teachers from Ligonier Ministries

 

[PrincetonGuy]

Hi PG,

Well, they are to me and if that makes me an intellectually challenged baboon in your sight, I can live with that.

God bless you.
In Christ, Ted

Hi Ted,

Thank you for your answer.

May God bless you also.

Because He lives,
Princeton Guy

 

[His_disciple3]

Do Baptists appear to be intellectually challenged baboons suffering from the late stages of dementia when they argue against the theory of evolution?

This is not intended to be a thread about the merits of the theory of evolution; it is intended to be a thread about the quality of the typical arguments Baptists use when arguing against the theory of evolution, and the consequence of the use of those arguments. The wording of the question posed is not to be understood as insulting of anyone or anyone’s beliefs, but as light-hearted Baptist humor. The arguments used by Baptists to defend their core Baptists beliefs are excellent, solid arguments, but are the arguments typically used by the Baptists when arguing against the theory of evolution excellent, solid arguments?

I, myself would rather be known as an intellectually challenged baboon than to be as

1 Corinthians 4:6
6 And these things, brethren, I have in a figure transferred to myself and to Apollos for your sakes; that ye might learn in us not to think of men above that which is written, that no one of you be puffed up for one against another.
KJV

1 Corinthians 8:1-3
8 Now as touching things offered unto idols, we know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth.
2 And if any man think that he knoweth anything, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know.
3 But if any man love God, the same is known of him.
KJV

 

[PrincetonGuy]

I, myself would rather be known as an intellectually challenged baboon than to be as

1 Corinthians 4:6
6 And these things, brethren, I have in a figure transferred to myself and to Apollos for your sakes; that ye might learn in us not to think of men above that which is written, that no one of you be puffed up for one against another.
KJV

1 Corinthians 8:1-3
8 Now as touching things offered unto idols, we know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth.
2 And if any man think that he knoweth anything, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know.
3 But if any man love God, the same is known of him.
KJV

Thank you for your reply!

Are these the Scriptures that you use when arguing against the theory of evolution? Do you believe that these are excellent, solid arguments against the theory of evolution?

 

[Ron Wood]

In the first place it is pointless to argue against the theory of evolution with anyone who doesn't at least believe that the Bible is the Word of God and true in all it says. I say it is pointless because even if you convince someone that evolution is not true and creation is all you have done is get him to change positions you haven't done his soul a bit of good. Unless and until a rebel understands that God is andf His word is to be believed and bowed to you are wasting your time and trifling with the souls of men. The world doesn't need to be convinced of creation it needs to hear of Christ. Folks must be made to come to grips with Christ and His claims not argued into a position. 1Cor. 2:1-14

 

[Hammster]

An evolutionist already knows the truth he just suppresses it. See Romans 1.

 

[Hupomone10]

I think Al Mohler did a pretty good job.

Message 15, Why Does the Universe Look So Old? from Tough Questions Christians Face: 2010 National Conference Conference by Various Teachers from Ligonier Ministries

Welcome back, bro.

I've made enemies and friends in your absence. What else is new? Still growing,

H.

 

[Hupomone10]

Do Baptists appear to be intellectually challenged baboons suffering from the late stages of dementia when they argue against the theory of evolution?

This is not intended to be a thread about the merits of the theory of evolution; it is intended to be a thread about the quality of the typical arguments Baptists use when arguing against the theory of evolution, and the consequence of the use of those arguments. The wording of the question posed is not to be understood as insulting of anyone or anyone’s beliefs, but as light-hearted Baptist humor. The arguments used by Baptists to defend their core Baptists beliefs are excellent, solid arguments, but are the arguments typically used by the Baptists when arguing against the theory of evolution excellent, solid arguments?

I get the sense that this is a continuation of a thought or discussion somewhere else, i.e. the suggestion that Baptists are intellectually challenged baboons. I must say that it would be natural for an evolutionist to refer to us as baboons, since they believe the baboon's ancestor is also our ancestor. So I wouldn't necessarily consider that an insult if coming from them. Maybe it was meant as a compliment.

What they don't realize is that as a converted evolutionist myself, they also appear that way in my eyes although I don't say it. Aside from scriptural truth supporting both young earth and design vs. macroevolution, I couldn't believe how naive and accepting I had been toward some of the supposed "facts" that influenced me all those years.

If someone follows a religious leader and later he is found to be a fraud, we call him foolish. If someone embraces the examples of evolution such as neanderthal man and piltdown man, and they are later shown to be frauds, they ignore it, keep them in the textbooks, and pretend it's still true.

Who is really operating out of blind faith?

Blessings,
H.

 

[sealacamp]

Do Baptists appear to be intellectually challenged baboons suffering from the late stages of dementia when they argue against the theory of evolution?

This is not intended to be a thread about the merits of the theory of evolution; it is intended to be a thread about the quality of the typical arguments Baptists use when arguing against the theory of evolution, and the consequence of the use of those arguments. The wording of the question posed is not to be understood as insulting of anyone or anyone’s beliefs, but as light-hearted Baptist humor. The arguments used by Baptists to defend their core Baptists beliefs are excellent, solid arguments, but are the arguments typically used by the Baptists when arguing against the theory of evolution excellent, solid arguments?

What appears to be baboons suffering from dementia are those that refuse to acknowledge that evolution is a theory, can't be proven, and then stand on nothing to try to convince everyone that their theory is a fact, when indeed it is not. That is what looks ridiculous and dementia driven.

Evolution is a theory, creation is a theory. One puts chance in charge of us, or as some call it fate/luck. The other puts God in charge of us and then He ordered all life as we know it according to His plan. Each theory must be accepted on faith. So once again those that choose to believe in fate/luck, something that does not even exist, look very foolish in their supposed wisdom. While those that accept God as the creator of all that is appear to be wise in their faith for believing in something instead of nothing.

Sealacamp

 

[PrincetonGuy]

In the first place it is pointless to argue against the theory of evolution with anyone who doesn't at least believe that the Bible is the Word of God and true in all it says. I say it is pointless because even if you convince someone that evolution is not true and creation is all you have done is get him to change positions you haven't done his soul a bit of good. Unless and until a rebel understands that God is andf His word is to be believed and bowed to you are wasting your time and trifling with the souls of men. The world doesn't need to be convinced of creation it needs to hear of Christ. Folks must be made to come to grips with Christ and His claims not argued into a position. 1Cor. 2:1-14

I agree; the Jehovah’s Witnesses invest much of their time arguing on behalf of their interpretation of the Genesis accounts of creation and arguing against the theory of evolution. Even when they convince people that they are right, those people are not any closer to knowing Jesus as their savior than they were before. However, are the arguments typically used by Baptists when arguing against the theory of evolution any better than the arguments used by the Jehovah’s Witnesses? Are the arguments typically used by Baptists excellent, solid arguments?

 

[PrincetonGuy]

I get the sense that this is a continuation of a thought or discussion somewhere else, i.e. the suggestion that Baptists are intellectually challenged baboons. I must say that it would be natural for an evolutionist to refer to us as baboons, since they believe the baboon's ancestor is also our ancestor. So I wouldn't necessarily consider that an insult if coming from them. Maybe it was meant as a compliment.

What they don't realize is that as a converted evolutionist myself, they also appear that way in my eyes although I don't say it. Aside from scriptural truth supporting both young earth and design vs. macroevolution, I couldn't believe how naive and accepting I had been toward some of the supposed "facts" that influenced me all those years.

If someone follows a religious leader and later he is found to be a fraud, we call him foolish. If someone embraces the examples of evolution such as neanderthal man and piltdown man, and they are later shown to be frauds, they ignore it, keep them in the textbooks, and pretend it's still true.

Who is really operating out of blind faith?

Blessings,
H.

Do you believe that these are excellent, solid arguments against the theory of evolution? Do you believe that they are adequate to counter the evidence for evolution that one learns while completing a Ph.D. program in evolutionary biology from a university internationally known for the academic excellence of the professors in their Ph.D. program in evolutionary biology?

 

[sealacamp]

Do you believe that these are excellent, solid arguments against the theory of evolution? Do you believe that they are adequate to counter the evidence for evolution that one learns while completing a Ph.D. program in evolutionary biology from a university internationally known for the academic excellence of the professors in their Ph.D. program in evolutionary biology?

Having a Ph.D does not impart wisdom nor do all "facts" support the theory of anything since those "facts" are very likely to change at any given time when new "evidence" is produced. If you choose to lean on academia then you may well find you are leaning on a weak stick that will break and stab you when you least expect it.

Because of this, I will once again astound these hypocrites
with amazing wonders.
The wisdom of the wise will pass away,
and the intelligence of the intelligent will disappear.”

The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God. As the Scriptures say, “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise
and discard the intelligence of the intelligent.”
So where does this leave the philosophers, the scholars, and the world’s brilliant debaters? God has made the wisdom of this world look foolish. Since God in his wisdom saw to it that the world would never know him through human wisdom, he has used our foolish preaching to save those who believe.

The wisdom of God trumps any degree or university you may choose to lean on. However lean where ever you wish.

Sealacamp

 

[Hammster]

The argument isn't over evidence since the same evidence is used btvboth sides. The argument is over interpretation. Do it is essentially a philosophical debate that's why the best argument is still Scripture.

 

[His_disciple3]

Thank you for your reply!

Are these the Scriptures that you use when arguing against the theory of evolution? Do you believe that these are excellent, solid arguments against the theory of evolution?

what are you using a bot?????? my post had nothing to do with evoltution , you want to know about evolution go to the first chapter of Genesis and God created ,

 

[JM]

Do Baptists appear to be intellectually challenged baboons suffering from the late stages of dementia when they argue against the theory of evolution?

No. We have a different starting point, we assume the Bible is true, the evilutionists assume it is not.

And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Romans 12:2
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Those who believe in evolution are assuming a false, humanistic, secular worldview. This doesn't mean some Christians can't wrongly believe in evolution, it just means they are assuming a non-believers presuppositions...they have dementia!

jm

 

[Hammster]

I think that instead of worrying about how the world perceives us, whether baboons or otherwise, we should be concerned about how God sees us.

 

[miamited]

Amen and again I say Amen! Hammster