Miracles: Beyond Scientific Explanation

In discussions about miracles, it is common to hear skepticism and even outright dismissal, particularly from those who prioritize scientific reasoning. Miracles, however, are not so easily dismissed, especially considering the advancements in modern computing power and our understanding of the universe.

Scientific Reasoning and Miracles

Modern supercomputers can perform over 1.2 quintillion floating-point operations per second. These supercomputers can simulate trillions of years of events, assigning statistical plausibility to any phenomenon based on the size and age of the universe. Any event that occurs outside of the statistical realm but is observed to have happened can be considered a miracle. Life itself is one such example. According to simulations, the universe would need a scale of a trillion times larger and older than what we currently understand to make life plausible. This underscores the idea that what is often perceived as a miracle might simply be an unknown yet explainable phenomenon within these vast parameters.

Avoiding Einsteinian Scientific Reasoning

It's important to avoid the pitfall of relying solely on scientific reasoning with appeals to authority, such as quoting Einstein as the ultimate authority. Scientific reasoning must be based on empirical evidence and thorough investigation, not on the word of a single individual. Therefore, we should explain the phenomenon of miracles without invoking such dependencies. Miracles, by definition, cannot be explained and are inherently transcendent of scientific logic. This is why attempts to explain miracles through scientific means often fail to satisfy those who believe in their miraculous nature.

Physical Explanations and Natural Causes

Many claimed miracles can indeed be explained by natural means. For instance, claims of miracle healing often involve the human mind and body's ability to develop processes for self-healing or prevention of diseases, like cancer. Even if one believes in the influence of prayer or spiritual forces, there must be a physical effect and cause. This is why the emphasis on miracles as a form of evidence or proof is often misplaced. What is often called a miracle might just be a well-documented, yet scientifically unexplained, phenomenon.

Miracles as Made-up Lies or Scientifically Explainable Phenomena

There are two primary categories of what people claim as miracles: those that are made up lies and those that can be explained by scientific means. The dichotomy is clear: there are no actual miracles. Any reported miracle can either be a fabricated lie or a phenomenon that can be scientifically explained. It is crucial to approach claims of miracles with a critical mind and to seek out reliable evidence and investigations.

The Dichotomy and the Creator

This dichotomy brings us to a fundamental question: man is perplexed because science cannot explain the miracle of creation. When one rejects the creator to worship the creation, one must justify it through a life-long cycle of excuses. The consequence is a perpetual search for alternatives to the one true God, who offers eternal life and the true miracles of faith. The Bible verse, Romans 10:9-10, summarizes this sentiment: “If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.”

This highlights the importance of faith and the recognition of the underlying truth behind miracles. Ultimately, the choice lies in whether one seeks to understand and accept the true source of these phenomena or to remain in intellectual and spiritual uncertainty.