Sunday Series-Episode 9: Exploring the Cosmic Blueprint--A Deep Dive into Life's Complexities

Welcome to the latest episode of the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast, where your host Lance Smith guides you through week nine of a 20-week exploration series of J. Steve Miller's book, Faith That's Not Blind. This episode expands on the intricate designs of living creatures, delving into discussions on whether this complexity points to a cosmic engineer or simply the result of chance.

Join the engaging discussion featuring insights from biochemist Michael Behe and microbiologist Michael Denton. Behe introduces the concept of irreducible complexity, using the bacterial flagellum as an example, while Denton explores the marvels of birds' intricate wings. The conversation interrogates whether Darwinian mechanisms suffice to explain these biological wonders.

With references to various notable works, the episode invites listeners to examine their own views on the design argument and its persuasiveness. Don't miss the thought-provoking journey through the complexities of life and the universe, driven by the curiosity and insights that fuel this podcast series.

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1. Miller, J. S. (2016). Faith That’s Not Blind: A Practical Guide to Evaluating Spiritual Beliefs. Wisdom Creek Press. Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/gTR0odd 
2. Behe, M. J. (1996). Darwin’s Black Box. Free Press.
3. Denton, M. (1985). Evolution: A Theory in Crisis. Adler & Adler.
4. Dawkins, R. (1986). The Blind Watchmaker. Norton & Company.
5. Gould, S. J. (1997). “Darwinian Fundamentalism” and “Evolution: The Pleasures of Pluralism.” The New York Review of Books.
6. Evolution News article on the bacterial flagellum: http://www.evolutionnews.org/2011/03/michael_behe_hasnt_been_refute044801.html