Religion and science have been often viewed as incompatible. However, recent scientific discoveries about our universe and planet have led many to reconsider God. In this talk, Dr. Michael G. Strauss surveys three lines of scientific evidence that point towards a Creator: (i) the origin of our universe, (ii) the fine-tuning of our universe for life, and (iii) the planet Earth’s unique features to support life. Next, Dr. Strauss evaluates the leading naturalistic alternatives to theism to explain these facts.
During the talk, Dr. Strauss refers to astrophysicist Dr. Luke Barnes. We recommend checking out our interview with Dr. Barnes below
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Michael G. Strauss is a David Ross Boyd Professor of Physics at the University of Oklahoma in Norman; he earned his undergraduate degree in physical science from Biola University and his PhD in physics from the University of California in Los Angeles. He conducts research in experimental particle physics studying the fundamental particles and forces in the universe, and has worked at major international laboratories in the United States and in Europe. Dr. Strauss also speaks at churches, schools, and universities around the world about the intersection of science and Christianity. He is one of the four general editors of Zondervan’s Dictionary of Christianity and Science. His new book, The Creator Revealed: A Physicist Examines the Big Bang and the Bible explores central questions about science and faith in simple and entertaining language, showing how modern scientific discoveries about the origin and design of the universe proclaim the character of God and agree with the biblical story of creation. Find out more at michaelgstrauss.com
