An Ear for Truth
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 As we deal with the topic of sound and hearing, we would first do well to think deeply about God’s creation of our physical sphere and how the physical sphere is interlocked with the spiritual sphere. How is knowledge of the spiritual sphere interlocked? Man is created in God’s image. Our…
Read MoreSound Hearing
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 Our two-word post title implies two different definitions of sound. The term could apply to a physical phenomenon relating to a type of energy generation initiated by vibrations propagating mechanical pressure waves in gases, liquids, or solids. A different definition comes from the fields of human physiology and psychology: Sound is…
Read MoreSound Information
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 When we hear sounds originating at a distance, we gather information concerning events at the distant location. From personal verbal communication carried by waves of sound, we make conclusions about what is in the mind of the speaker. “Listen to the sound of my voice” is an imperative beyond merely hearing…
Read MoreAstounding Transducers
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 This unusual title refers to the sense of hearing. We wish to discuss how human hearing occurs in order to magnify our sense of wonder at the gifts God provides for living creatures, including man, the summit of his created beings. In humans the sense of hearing and responses we offer…
Read MoreSensory Intelligence
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 Our attention to the fresh fruits and vegetables at the local supermarket most often extends only to their visual attractiveness and taste quality. How often is the average person curious about the transportation system which brings the food from distant places in superior condition? With that knowledge our total understanding and…
Read MoreBacterial Power
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 Uncounted trillions of planets in our universe possess the chemical elements of which life is composed. In our own unique solar system the exact proportions of elements may not match the distribution of elements in other planetary systems. Life as we know it, therefore, may not be feasible anywhere else in…
Read MoreSensory Systems
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 The approach of warm weather in spring and summer heightens awareness of the body’s auditory system. One could cite spring and summer sounds of birds, mammals, a few amphibians, and insects to augment frequent sounds of rain, wind, and thunder. The sense of hearing is a gift for which we offer…
Read MoreSpectrum of Worship
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 The potential for worship occurs across a broad spectrum of life experiences. Humanity is created with a special ability to enjoy life and value life’s gifts. People are born with diverse interests and preferences. In the spiritual realm, the concept of worship revolves around recognizing worth and value in an entity…
Read MoreWorship in Nature
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 Observation of the living animals and plants in our neighborhood afford our family ample opportunity to worship God in the setting of nature. For Christians, worship is defined by adoration, respect, reverence, and love for the God of the Bible. Apart from the Christian worldview, our post title may be cause…
Read MoreKnowledge Validation
By: Jim Virkler; ©2014 Epistemology is a study of knowledge. Searching the topic further, we find that our knowledge must be validated. We must strive to achieve justified true belief. We strive to be sure our beliefs are true, not merely our opinions. Brief statements about knowledge, validation, and justified true beliefs are inadequate to…
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