Origin of modern science (last updated: 2nd October 2025)
Connection between belief in God and developments in science
Given the nature of givemystory.com it makes sense to ask the question," What part did Christian belief have in propelling
forward scientific thought and developments through the ages?"
By way of clarification,
a scientist is an individual who is engaged in the study of a specific scientific field, using the scientific method to
develop new knowledge, theories and technologies. Scientists can work in a wide range of fields such as physics, chemistry, biology, psychology,
social sciences, and engineering.
Dr Jonathan Sarfati's book, "The Genesis Account", emphasises how scripture inspired scientific thought
throughout the ages leading to the enormous developments we have become accustomed to in the modern World. We decided
to ask AI how it linked these developments to belief in a Creator and this was its response:
Question presented: Is Christianity the bedrock of science? It responded by asking the enquirer to consider
the following points:
Historical context: Many early scientists were motivated by their Christian faith to explore God's creation. The Scientific Revolution: Key figures like Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton were influenced by Christian beliefs. Moral framework: Christianity provided a moral basis for the pursuit of knowledge and the belief in an orderly universe. Universities: Many of the first universities were founded by the Church, promoting education and scientific inquiry. Philosophy of science: Christian theology contributed to the development of the scientific method and rational thought. Ongoing debate: The relationship between faith and science continues to be a topic of discussion among scholars.
Question to our readers:
"Are you at least partly convinced that God Himself gave human beings the desire and attributes to seek the truth about nature, its origins
and how it all came about?". Isn't it a shame that many scientists today having taken on board this desire have at the same time discarded
the benefactor who made it all happen.
You might also ask, "Does this make AI, or the people who developed it, pro-God?". The answer is a resounding NO! AI is programmed by people to
answer any question put to it. It couldn't care less about
the issues at stake, it doesn't care about anything because it is an inanimate object without feelings. It should be pointed out
that it could be used as a tool to promote any train of thought e.g. anti-God sentiments.
Dr Jonathan Sarfati unpacks the textual and theological reasons Genesis should be read as history.
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The role of the Church
Churches are increasingly focussing more attention on the Genesis account of Creation as
they take on board the message from ID. It is difficult however for church leaders to raise the issues described here
with congregations as science is not normally part of their training.
Since God created all life on our planet He could be regarded as the greatest scientist of all time.
However, labelling God as a scientist puts Him on a par with us mere human beings, and is therefore an inappropriate classification.
We don't have appropriate terminology to describe the mind of God, we are simply in awe of His talents.
Clearly scientific understanding at an unimaginable level was
needed to create the Universe teaming with life on earth. It would be churlish to not acknowledge this fact and Church
leaders could stress this point often in sermons. This doesn't require them to be scientists themselves. Prayers could
be said to thank God for His extraordinary scientific acumen. This would be a step in the right direction, something of a departure
from current practises, and arguably the best that we can do.
"O Lord, how manifold are your works! In wisdom have you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures." - Psalm 104:24
Creation.com revealing verifiable evidence for the age of the Earth
1. Creation sings the Father's song.
He calls the sun to wake the dawn
And run the course of day
'Til evening falls in crimson rays.
His fingerprints in flakes of snow,
His breath upon this spinning globe;
He charts the eagle's flight;
Commands the newborn baby's cry.
Refrain:
Hallelujah!
Let all creation stand and sing, "Hallelujah!"
Fill the earth with songs of worship, tell the wonders of creation's King.
2. Creation gazed upon His face;
The ageless One in time's embrace
Unveiled the Father's plan
Of reconciling God to man.
A second Adam walked the earth,
Whose blameless life would break the curse,
Whose death would set us free
To live with Him eternally.
3. Creation longs for His return,
When Christ shall reign upon the earth;
The bitter wars that rage
Are birth pains of a coming age.
When He renews the land and sky,
All heav'n will sing and earth reply
With one resplendent theme:
The glory of our God and King!
