What is ID and is it properly pursued?
I see ID as a form of evolution. Not long ago, almost all those of strong religious beliefs flatly denied the concepts proposed by Darwin. The concept of evolution in the short term has been proven. One proof is the domesticated dog of today. All our domesticated dogs descended from wolves. Look at the variety and attempt to deny evolution.
Back to the point. Now that evolution has been irrevocably crammed down the believer’s throats, they change their position and say “Yeah, okay, it happens, but goddidit.” Their position has evolved. With only part of my tongue in cheek I can say that the changing position of religion supports the concept of evolution.
So what it ID? It is the heroic struggle of religious belief to sustain itself (in some aspects) in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary.
Is it properly pursued?
That depends on your motive and your goals. The motive and goal of ID are, in part, to give the masses substance on to which than can grab hold and say “Yeah, I believe, I am saved.” If those that manage religious groups can achieve this goal, they can remain in power. And that seems to be their primary goal. Religious groups are doing all they possibly can to infuse their religion into government and laws. And if they can use ID to force religion into our schools and government, it seems that, from their perspective, it is properly pursued.
The question must admit to a need for clarification. Only when you understand the goal of a movement can you begin to determine if it is being properly pursued.
What is the goal of ID?
Truth fears no question.
bkelly
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