Certainly Quote by Francis Collins
“God is most certainly not threatened by science; He made it all possible.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Language of God, 2006
Science and faith are not opposing; both can coexist and complement each other
In simple terms: Science doesn’t threaten God; they cooperate
Key Takeaway
Embrace both science and spirituality
Themes
faith
science
coexistence
Mood
hopeful
thoughtful
Type
theological
scientific
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- public policy
- education
Key Concepts
theology
empiricism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can faith inform scientific ethics?
- How to reconcile contradictory claims?
A Different Perspective
Conflicts arise from literal interpretations
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