Many people today cling to scientism, which holds that nothing exists beyond what the senses can detect, either alone or with the aid of machines (telescopes, microscopes, x-ray, MRI, etc.).

The claim of scientism is not scientific. It’s philosophical.

Science is limited to discovering things of the spatial-temporal realm (i.e., matter and energy), whereas philosophy and religion address origin, purpose, meaning, and value. Science and technology, if utilized ethically, can make our very short lives on earth more palatable. But since we are not mere animals, what lies beyond the scientific method via metaphysics (reason) and religion (faith) gives ultimate meaning to this life and has everlasting import.

Good science, sound philosophy, and right religion can never contradict each other, for they address the senses, the mind, and the heart of the human person, who is both spiritual and physical.