![]() ![]() Beside the great masters of thought, whose inventive genius gives birth to systems of philosophy, has sprung up a race of interpreters, who translate the mystic Cabala 2 of the learned into the common dialect of mankind.… This results from the independent labors of two distinct classes of minds. ![]() We 1 live in an age distinguished by the wide diffusion of scientific knowledge. The substance of an address delivered before the Ecumenean and Philanthropic Societies of Davidson College, N.C. ![]() He argued in that speech, in effect, that while the rule of mind over nature may be a metaphysical truth, it is not for that reason also a practical or political truth. This is the view against which Lincoln contended in the Temperance Address. It believed it had cosmic support that mind could govern human society as it governed the universe. Taken together, these claims help us understand the power of the social reform movement in antebellum America. When reading Palmer’s assertion that “one infinite, designing and governing mind presides over all the phenomena of nature,” we should recall the passage in Beecher’s sermon on Holiness in which he says that when we attain holiness God transfers His certainty to us. The practical effects of reformed religion, its support for human freedom and its encouragement of a useful, productive life, were central elements of the Protestant synthesis that dominated America until late in the nineteenth century. Adams argued that the reformation was necessary for the development of free government Palmer that it was necessary for the development of true science. Palmer’s account should be read in conjunction with John Quincy Adams’ explanation of the causes and consequences of the Declaration of Independence. For example, both religion and science should be more than idle chatter (as they were in the Middle Ages, Palmer contends) they should result in charitable or productive acts, such as clothing the naked, feeding the hungry, and healing the sick. Once the reformation established these, true science could flourish. Francis Bacon (1561–1626) reformed science-indeed, invented modern or true science-just as Luther and Calvin reformed religion because true science and true religion share a number of fundamental principles and characteristics, according to Palmer. He reinforced this assertion by arguing that it was the Bible, restored to its authority by the Reformation, that made modern science possible. In the face of these growing doubts, Palmer argued that there could not be any conflict between revelation and science because God was the author of both the Bible and nature. In antebellum America, geology was already casting doubt on the literal truth of the story of creation in the Bible because recent discoveries had caused scientists to conclude that the earth was much older than the Biblical account suggested. Coaching and Small Groupsīesides our team of pastors, who are our main presenters and who also provide guidance, training, and access to valuable resources necessary for the effective functioning of the ministry, we also have a dedicated team of Bible Instructors - Bible Coaches who have completed the lesson series, additional training with the pastors, and Friendship Ministry Training, and have demonstrated skill in applying those principles in-person and/or via our digital platform.Palmer’s address shows that the relationship between science and revelation was an issue well before Darwin published Origin of Species. During this time, the coach will facilitate interaction among participants and lead them into the Interactive Discussion. These breakout rooms last for 25-30 minutes. Breakout GroupsĮach session, after the presentation, participants are divided into groups comprising 4-7 people, each group led by a Bible coach. We are happy to be one of the first online platforms to provide a setting that facilitates great interaction and relationships. But they provide very little in terms of genuine relationships and interaction. YouTube and Facebook live videos are good. God must especially have been referring to these days, when people are separated like never before in human history. "Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching" (Hebrews 10:25). Your walk with God is very personal - yet it's not meant to be traveled alone. ![]()
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