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A Matter of Insinuation: Chance in Darwin’s Theory 

Think of a rock dislodged by happenstance, tumbling down a mountain, and coming to rest in some particular spot. Read More ›
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New Video: “Proof of God in 3 Minutes” — Really? Here Are the Details

We will demonstrate that the video is accurate, well supported, and there is truly no serious argument against its conclusions. Read More ›
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Life Itself: In Michael Levin’s Platonism, Teleology Advances

This is a huge step by a leading contemporary academic scientist away from pure physicalism. Read More ›
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The Metaphysics of Irreducible Complexity

The vastness of life’s complexity is no longer unfathomable when seen through the light of purpose. Read More ›
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A Closer Look at Natural Law 

The property of a keen sense of smell allows a polar bear to smell a seal miles away under the ice. Read More ›
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Is Natural Law Irreducible?

Perhaps the most fundamental distinction between naturalism and intelligent design is where each metaphysical framework draws the line at irreducibility. Read More ›
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God’s Grandeur: Some Resources to Explore

How many people are willing to give up morality, rationality, free will, truth, beauty, and goodness as valuable concepts based on reality? Read More ›
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When Catholics Argue for Intelligent Design

The evidence from science is clear, but with the discussion of philosophical questions, the necessity of a Creator becomes overwhelming.  Read More ›
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Aeschliman on C. S. Lewis, Scientism, and the Restoration of Man

As Michael D. Aeschliman notes, Lewis powerfully illustrated the shortcomings and dangers of scientism in his final Space Trilogy novel. Read More ›
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Notre Dame Hosts a Conference on Creation, Including Intelligent Design

The organizers accepted my abstract for a talk about “The Return of Teleology to the Natural Sciences.” Read More ›

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