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Although I don't believe this apparently scientists believe life formed on its own

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Steve. Do you not understand what is being wrote, or is it deliberate?

ID is a specific brand of pseudoscience. It is not a generic container for various alternatives to evolution. It is not a class or group of non-evolutionary ideas.

ID is a specific alternative *designed* to pass muster in the courts, but it doesn't explain anything. It was and remains a political project, not a scientific one.
Hans I don't think you understand. I know what ID is. I am saying that any attempt to use science to support the idea that life did not form on its own will be regarded as ID or Creationism even if its not.
 
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Hans I don't think you understand. I know what ID is. I am saying that any attempt to use science to support the idea that life was created and did not form on its own will be regarded as ID even if its not.

Because that is what many Intelligent Design proponents and modern Creationists do though. The Discovery Institute does it.
 
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Because the rules at the beginning would determine what sort of life, if any, appeared in that universe.
Yes because the ingredients that went into creating life had to also be around and they trace back to the beginning.
 
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Because that is what many Intelligent Design proponents and modern Creationists do though. The Discovery Institute does it.
So therefore no one who believes that life did not form on its own can ever participate in this thread using science. So the thread is all yours. Preach to the converted.
 
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So therefore no one who believes that life did not form on its own can ever participate in this thread using science.

They're at a massive disadvantage but you're the only one saying they cannot.

I mean, the Creation vs Evolution subforum shows that it does not stop them doing so.
 
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Hans I don't think you understand. I know what ID is. I am saying that any attempt to use science to support the idea that life did not form on its own will be regarded as ID or Creationism even if its not.
No it won't. I know the varieties, so do the others. If it ain't "ID" I won't be calling ID. I leave mischaracterizing things to others.
 
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They're at a massive disadvantage but you're the only one saying they cannot.
But if they are at a masive disadvantage then why even debate it ?
I mean, the Creation vs Evolution subforum shows that it does not stop them doing so.
Thats because its about Creation and Evolution. People are allowed to use whatever they want as Creationism or ID are part of Creationism. They have been allowed to use the science.

Which according to you is a contradiction as science cannot prove a creator God. So once again what is the point ? But certainly on this thread it has been declared that those disgareeing cannot use the science. If they do they will be dismissed as creationists or IDers. So its pointless.
 
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But if they are at a masive disadvantage then why even debate it.

Thats because its about Creation and Evolution. People are allowed to use whatever they want as Creationism or ID are part of Creationism. They have been allowed to use the science.

Which according to you is a contradiction as science cannot prove a creator God. So once again what is the point. But certainly on this thread it has been declared that those disgareeing cannot use the science. If they do they will be dismissed as creationists or IDers. So its pointless.
Ask them why they do it, then.

AND USE QUESTION MARKS FOR QUESTIONS! IT'S NOT HARD.
 
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No it won't. I know the varieties, so do the others. If it ain't "ID" I won't be calling ID. I leave mischaracterizing things to others.
What is the difference between ID and science that shows Gods creation was not something that came about on its own. We would have to be showing that the same science shows Gods involvement and not just self creating naturalism.

How would you even tell the difference. How do we know that because there are varieties and because its left up to skeptics to declare which varieties are ok or not. That skeptics just don't attribute all varieties to ID and creationism. Your asking for a lot of trust on not being biased.
 
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What is the difference between ID and science that shows Gods creation was not something that came about on its own. We would have to be showing that the same science shows ID and not just self creating naturalism.
I wouldn't know. You'll have to go find some first.
How would you even tell the difference. How do we know that because there are varieties and because its left up to skeptics to declare whjich ones are ok or not. That skeptics just don't attribute all varieties to ID and creationism. Your asking for a lot of trust on not being biased.
The first key is to know what you are actually talking about.
 
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I wouldn't know. You'll have to go find some first.
I thought you said you will know which varieties are ok. Can you explain what it would even look like. I thought any attempt to link Gods creation as purposeful in creating life would be seen as some form of Creationism or ID. If we don't make that link then its just naturalism lol.

Any attempt will surely be classed as teleology and thats a no, no according to you.
The first key is to know what you are actually talking about.
Perhaps it is you who doesn't understand the situation.
 
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Can you explain what it would even look like. I thought any attempt to link Gods creation as purposeful in creating life would be seen as some form of Creationism or ID. If we don't make that link then its just naturalism lol.
That's a you problem, not a me problem. I'm not on the lookout for science that proves gods creations etc.
Any attempt will surely be classed as teleology and thats a no, no according to you.

Perhaps it is you who doesn't understand the situation.
 
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Self proclaimed intellectuals clutch their pearls of learning as faithfully as a hopeful child does their rosary.
There is no definitive concensus on the universes origin.
The mystery of life. How did life arise from non-life? Even as a Lover of God I lean heavily towards science to work on that question. Knowing that in the scientific community there is no "definitive consensus" regarding Life's origin, which I have absolutely no issue with, I try to keep an ear open to those ongoing developments when they cross my path. Personally I completely believe you wrongly vilify those of the scientific community. To what end, I don't know.
 
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That's a you problem, not a me problem. I'm not on the lookout for science that proves gods creations etc.
Lol so how can you tell then ? You said you will know when its presented.

Its easy to say its a 'you' problem. You didn't explain how we get around the teleological problem. Any attempt to use science to support life being created will be regarded as teleological. Thus its impossible. As soon as we disassociate teleology its no longer about Gods creation.

I think the science is the same. Its just that one side is using it to show Gods design and purpose. While the other is trying to show how naturalism can create life without any design and purpose. As a random accident.
 
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Yes because the ingredients that went into creating life had to also be around and they trace back to the beginning.
Deeper than that. The basic rules had to be consistent with the earth bringing forth life. This is where ID becomes more than just YE creationism. Some IDers like Michael Denton recognize that the universe had to be "front loaded" for life to appear, which did so by natural means.
 
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Its easy to say its a 'you' problem. You didn't explain how we get around the teleological problem. Any attempt to use science to support life being created will be regarded as teleological. Thus its impossible. As soon as we disassociate teleology its no longer about Gods creation.
The issue is that God does many things in this world by natural means. Our physical selves, for example.
 
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Deeper than that. The basic rules had to be consistent with the earth bringing forth life. This is where ID becomes more than just YE creationism. Some IDers like Michael Denton recognize that the universe had to be "front loaded" for life to appear, which did so by natural means.
Yes, just like Pink Floyds song "Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun". It had to be setup from the very beginning to end up where it is. Even if the vehicle is natural.

In fact that is what makes it amazing in that it was not magical as in coming out of nowhere or created in the middle of becoming. Its there from the very beginning to the end. From it being spoken into reality.
 
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The issue is that God does many things in this world by natural means. Our physical selves, for example.
Yes and so its hard to show Gods creation is what led to life. Because the exact same nature that skeptics use. Then it comes down to belief. Whether that nature could form itself randomly or accidently. Or with some preloaded laws or aspects that were geared towards life coming about.

I cannot see any other way to destinguish the two positions. Its the same nature and science. But comes down to a metaphysical belief about how this happened.

Or are there some aspects of nature that clearly show preloaded design and purpose. I think if there was then would this not be convincing. But if it was convincing then people would believe in Gods creation. But if its really about belief then some would still not believe in Gods creation despite obvious evidence.
 
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Lol so how can you tell then ? You said you will know when its presented.

Its easy to say its a 'you' problem. You didn't explain how we get around the teleological problem. Any attempt to use science to support life being created will be regarded as teleological. Thus its impossible. As soon as we disassociate teleology its no longer about Gods creation.

I think the science is the same. Its just that one side is using it to show Gods design and purpose. While the other is trying to show how naturalism can create life without any design and purpose. As a random accident.
It's not something I have any need to seek out. I'm not trying to use it to make a point, so I don't look around for "science that proves god".
 
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