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May 26, 2025 22 mins
Defining Scientism We kick off our book on scientism by doing what we always advocate for - defining our terms. Here, J.P. Moreland is defining scientism and explaining exactly why it is a dangerous ideology. We then go on to list a few examples from the world of politics, social advice, government schools, and even scientists themselves. TIMELINE: 00:00 - Introduction 01:59 - The Scientific Air We Breathe 04:22 - Defining Scientism 06:10 - Examples Of Scientism 07:36 - Stem Cell Research Scientism Example 09:05 - Responding To The Example 10:54 - Reasoning Comparison Advice Scientism 14:04 - Scientism Is The Required Dogma In California Government Schools Example 16:51 - Scientism From Scientists Examples - Strong & Weak Versions 20:29 - Conclusion LINKS: 07:13 - Finding Truth by Nancy Pearcy Playlist BOOK LINKS: Scientism and Secularism - Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J.P. Moreland Kindle Paperback Audible (FREE With Membership) Logos J.P. Moreland Website       All episodes, short clips, & blog - https://www.cavetothecross.com
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