Assumption Quote by James W. Skehan
“I undertake my scientific research with the confident assumption that the earth follows the laws of nature which God established at creation. ... My studies are performed with the confidence that God will not capriciously confound scientific results by "slipping in" a miracle.”
About This Quote
The researcher states that science relies on the assumption that God created orderly natural laws and will not intervene miraculously, allowing reliable study of the earth.
In simple terms: Science works because God set orderly natural laws.
Key Takeaway
Faith and science can coexist through trust in natural order.
Themes
science and religion
nature
divine order
faith
methodology
Mood
earnest
confidence
reverent
Type
reflective
declarative
When to use this quote
- science vs religion debates
- research ethics
- finding meaning in scientific work
Key Concepts
natural law
providence
methodological naturalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can beliefs shape the practice of science?
- What assumptions underpin your own approach to research?
A Different Perspective
This assumes a specific theology; not all scientists or believers share that view.
