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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.3 min read

Closer to Home: James Webb Telescope Images Look Into Our Solar System

New James Webb Telescope images reveal a deeper look into our solar system—further highlighting the intersection of science and scripture.
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Purposeful Universe1 min read

Cosmological Models [VIDEO]

In this video Dr. Karin Öberg offers an intriguing comparison between the Big Bang and previous cosmological models.
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Magis Center3 min read

The Shroud of Turin Inspires a Hyper-Realistic Body of Christ

The new exhibit entitled 'The Mystery Man' utilizes the history and scientific validation of the Shroud of Turin to create a realistic depiction of Jesus.
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Kevin Hottinger4 min read

Paul Davies: The Search For Biogenesis

Life’s origin is a great mystery of our universe. Paul Davies is one scientist that has devoted his life's work to searching for answers about biogenesis.
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Purposeful Universe< 1 min read

Should Scientists Ask Philosophical Questions? [VIDEO]

Can science answer everything? Some big questions in life require different perspectives — scientific, philosophical and theological.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.5 min read

Evidence for the Big Bang

Here we look at the Lemaitre/Hubble expansion, Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation, and even distribution of matter as evidence for the Big Bang.
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Dr. Robert Kurland, Ph.D.7 min read

The 'Just Right' Anthropic Coincidences of Our Goldilocks Universe: Part II

A further look into whether the anthropic coincidences are 'special' by examining astronomical and earth science evidence.
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Magis Center7 min read

Why Does God Allow Evil in the World?

Why does god allow evil in the world? Here, we will flesh out one of the most common answers to this question, unpacking it point by point.
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John Clark6 min read

The Trilemma Of C. S. Lewis, Part Three: Was Jesus A Liar?

Was Jesus a liar? John Cark examines the factors of fame and money in the first component of the C.S. Lewis Trilema.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.5 min read

Positive Emotions and the Virtuous Life

Using psychology, this article examines why we have positive emotions and what role they play in developing a virtuous life.
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Katie Kresser, Ph.D.6 min read

Art for the Ages: The Eyes of a Woman Artist

Dr. Katie Kresser looks at the works of Artemisia Gentileschi—one of the first woman artists in history to enjoy a high-profile professional career.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.3 min read

Why Do We Have Emotions? The Science Behind Positive Emotions

Why do we have emotions? Research has linked positive emotions with better health outcomes and relationships. But why did we develop them to begin with?
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