In 1994, Reasons to Believe published an essay by Dallas Willard titled Blind Science vs Blind Faith. Its message is just as relevant today.
In the article, Dallas examines a cultural tension that students and professionals still experience: the clash between science and religion as competing authorities. Too often, both are invoked as conversation stoppers rather than genuine avenues of discovery—“time and chance” on one hand, “God simply did it” on the other. Neither response invites deeper thought.
The essay challenges us to move beyond this stalemate. True progress comes when thoughtful people, open to both evidence and grace, pursue understanding rather than defending positions. For Christians, this means bringing faith into every arena of life—including science, scholarship, and culture—without fear.
We invite you to delve into this short, yet rich paper by Dallas.