Evolution, a myth for non-theists

Lets jump straight to Stage 4.

1. If ID states that god created everything then is a religious belief. There is no need to debate it against scientific theory, since ID is a matter of faith and not science.

2. If ID states that a non-god entity created life by design, then this entitiy must be a life form. Since this entity is a life form, it must have been created by something. Therefore, tracing back the line of creators, the very first life form in the univers must have arisen either:
a. by the design of a god, in which case we are back to #1
or
b. without design at all, which invalidates the theory of ID, since it requires all life to be designed

GEOLOGY:

n., pl. -gies.

1. The scientific study of the origin, history, and structure of the earth.
   
2. The structure of a specific region of the earth's crust.
   
3. A book on geology.
   
4. The scientific study of the origin, history, and structure of the solid matter of a celestial body.
   

I forget if this was one of your steps, Zuzu...

If evolution is a myth, and science classes should be forced to teach alternative myths...

THEN EVERY FUNDIE BAPTIST CHURCH IN THE NATION SHOULD BE FORCED TO TEACH EVOLUTION IN SUNDAY SCHOOL.

Turnabout is fair play, right?

PALEONTOLOGY:

n.

The study of the forms of life existing in prehistoric or geologic times, as represented by the fossils of plants, animals, and other organisms.

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No one denied adaptation, just as no one denied natural healing of wounds. It's a natural function of the living.

You are confusing evolution with adaptation, as many young people do. Adaptation is An alteration or adjustment in structure or habits, often hereditary, by which a species or individual improves its condition in relationship to its environment.

No need for mutations.

This is why many are confused. Macro-evolution says all life came from one single life form and now we have all these life forms, that mutations cause more information to be added to DNA. This isn't fact at all, it's just a notion some people had.

Micro-evolution (breeding and adaptation) isn't in dispute at all.

You don't know what "Theory" means in the context of scientific theory.

Oh, I REALLY think this thread has quite proven that.

What do you think DNA is? I'm curious.

So in reality, Kevn doesn't want geology taught in schools

I'm a tad confused as to where Kevn stands on this matter.

Also, so that I may be enlightened, can someone pull up a Wikipedia entry? Any entry will do.

And can someone please use a few buzzwords. This gives my mind a break from having to think on its own.

If this is done, I will most certainly change my mind. Being of simple mind, I have been waiting in the ether of the Interwebbers for someone of strong character to inform me on these topics.

Oh, and the world does not exist. It's proven. Quantum Physics, Western Philosophy, Buddha and Information Theory have given me this knowledge. I give it to you, even though you don't exist. Go have a snack. You deserve it!

Rock Tumblers are tools of the devil I tell ya!!!!

I'm telling you we are in the Matrix and all of this is what the machines are telling us. There can be only one (oh damn, I think I have the Matrix and the Highlander mixed up... )

Haha, young people...hmm how old are you?

I am not confusing anything. I put the definition of evolution in a post for you, why don't you go back and read it carefully.

Oh, also read the definition of geology while you're at it.

notes added in bold


"god created life" is not the conclusion of "evolution is real" not even by Catholics.
"evolution is real" is also not the conclusion of "god created life" by the Catholics. "god created life" has always been their position, however their acceptance of "evolution is real" is based on the fact that there is overwhelming evidence of it.

very good. you can follow simple logic sometimes.
Now try this one:
You claim that "life was created" and you go on to say "the FSM is the only creator in the universe"
Now I come along as claim "life was created". I point to you and say. Look, even those who believe in the FSM believe that life was created. I have no need to believe in the FSM to show evidence that a group larger than myself belives in creationism.

You're getting warmer, but you're not quite there. Let me help you out.
Evolution is a scientific theory and is proven or disproven by collecting scientific evidence. As such, citing the fact that "other people believe it" is not scientific evidence and so the argument that "The Catholic Church supports evolution" does nothing to prove the theory of evolution.

However, what it does do is show that christianity and science are not inherently at odds.

HEY YOU KIDS, GET OFF MY LAWN!!!

I'm soooooooooo glad I wasn't drinking anything atm!

Actually, he doesnt. He thinks that the earth is only 4000 years old.

My mission is complete, I've made at least two people laugh out loud today

why... Why... WHY!?!?!

I'm rolling in my grave and I'm not even dead yet.

MACROEVOLUTION:

n.
Large-scale evolution occurring over geologic time that results in the formation of new taxonomic groups.

GEOLOGIC TIME:

n.
The period of time covering the physical formation and development of Earth, especially the period prior to human history.

MICROEVOLUTION:

n.
Evolution resulting from a succession of relatively small genetic variations that often cause the formation of new subspecies.

In case you didn't know EVOLUTION, includes both macro and micro evolution. Please be more specific in your posts if you want us to take you seriously. Thank you.