3 problems with a naturalistic explanaition of life

A naturalist believes that all reality is fundamentally material and all phenomena can be explained in terms of natural causes. There are many problems that come up in this theory but i will only name three of them. The first problem is spontaneous generation. Spontaneous generation is the theory that non-living matter gave rise to living organisms. This theory of spontaneous generation has been dis proven time and time again by scientists like Redi and Pasteur in the mid 1800's. However, that does not stop Secular Humanists from believing that it is true. Secular Humanists are quick to assume that the origin of life did not come from a supernatural force, but they haven't discovered how that could have happened. Even Charles Darwin admitted there having to have been some kind of supernatural force to begin the origin of life.

The next false explanation of life is the naturalistic belief of the survival of the fittest. Survival of the fittest is the idea that the life forms that are best equipped to survive will win the struggle for existence. This theory would explain why living organisms have become better equipped to survive as time passes and also, it would explain the origin and development of species. One of the major problems with "survival of the fittest" is essentially in its name. That phrase directly implies that only the "fit" can survive. But who is to say what is "fit"? What is the definition of fit?

Lastly, the last problem with a naturalistic explanation of life is Neo-Darwinism. Neo Darwinism states that new species arise from natural selection acting over vast periods of time on chance genetic mutations in reproductively isolated population.The problem with this theory is the mutation aspect of it. When there are gene mutations, they have a negative affect on the organism and usually are crippling to the individual. There is no way that mutations could have helped advance the evolutionary process because if mutations have a negative affect, species would never advance but only become more and more hindered in their adaptation.

Beowulf response

In the story, Beowulf is faced with many very epic challenges. In my life, I have also been faced with many challenges. Though mine are not as epic as the ones that beowulf has encountered they still effect my life in a great way. One of my biggest personal "monsters" that I deal with is spreading myself too thin. It's always been my desire to do everything and wanting to do it all. From playing basketball to doing homework and schoolwork and in between that trying to manage some kind of social life. I have found that I need to sacrifice some things like my social in order to succeed in what is most important to me. This might not seem like a big deal but it's hard (especially when you're a teenager). But i do make sacrifices like this because I love basketball and I think it's worth it. To me, there is no greater feeling after winning a big game or perfecting a new move. I also think that playing basketball has helped me to face my challenges head on. When you're in a slump, no one can help you make a shot, or work out for you, or even go to practice for you. You have to do it yourself. And i think that this attitude of taking things head on has spilled into all aspects of my life and has helped me to face my other "monsters" iand challenges.

Personality Test

According to the personality test my type is ENFJ. I am 78 percent extroverted, 25 percent intuitive, 12 percent feeling and 22 percent judging. I agree with these results for the most part, but I think that some of them are a little extreme. For instance, I know that I'm extroverted but i do not think I'm that much of an extrovert. Other than that I feel as though the test was pretty accurate and helpful. :)

Moral Law

“This law was called the Law of Nature because people thought that every one knew it by nature and did not need to be taught it” (C.S Lewis). C.S. Lewis talks about the Law of Human Nature in a good portion of his book. He uses this topic as a foundation for the text and he further expands on the issue. According to the writings of C.S. Lewis, in the book Mere Christianity, everyone has a type of “moral law” that is ingrained in us since the beginning of time. This moral law helps us to distinguish right from wrong, what is polite and impolite, and even just common courtesies that apply to all men.

          Further examining if it is in fact true that everyone upholds these moral standards can a bit confusing. It is indeed true that all humans know that it is wrong to lie, cheat, and steal but, is this taught just to benefit society, or is there a higher power that embeds these laws into all of us? C.S. Lewis continues to argue that this law is not cultural, or based on where you are from, but that God put these ideas into the minds of all humans. Non Christians might argue that there is no moral law and that it does not exist at all. They might believe that we are taught what is right and wrong from the beginning by our parents or by those who most influence us. Is there, in fact, a universally held “Moral Law” that all humans sense?

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