Well, it is all ultimately related in a topical sense irrespective of the worldview isn't it?
I know that Richard Dawkins of Oxford believes that the moral argument (which is the only possible distinction that is not in kind) is an invention of man. He says there is no such thing as right or wrong, we're all just dancing to our DNA. I assume that he includes the persons evironment into that equation as well, but I cannot say for certain that he addressed it.
I cannot deny that we are products of our DNA and environment. We seem to be trapped there. Any prejudice that says that 'this is the direction we need to go' or another is really just meaningless under such a reality.
If we are evolving, then it is really just a fight to the finish and the winner takes all. Survival of the fittest. But to suggest that it is 'wrong' to impose morality as many claim religion does, is itself an imposition of morality. The only difference is that one side of the debate actually knows what they're saying, and understands those implications.
We are all just dancing to our DNA I guess. Is that what you believe???
Well, in that case then how much more profound are Christ's words? John 3: 3,5-7 In reply Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again." 5 Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. 6 Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. 7 You should not be surprised at my saying, 'You must be born again.' ???
Intriguing and shocking. Most definitely on topic (discussion and controversy)
1 Corinthians 1:17-31
17 For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. 18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate." 20 Where is the wise man? Where is the scholar? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?
I wish to express the most humble gratitude to the administers of this forum for their detication to open dialogue.
Rob
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