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“Being religious means asking passionately the question of the meaning of our existence and being willing to receive answers, even if the answers hurt.”
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“God gave us a curiosity to understand his creation. I don’t think we need to worry that we will move into an exploration that will embarrass him.”<\/b><\/p>\n
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Faith and science both lead to truth about God and creation. True, at times the questions they raise may seem difficult or even painful. However, we can take heart in knowing that God is not threatened by science; rather, science can lead us to a better understanding of Him. <\/p>\n

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