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  • Profession: Geneticist
  • Type: Scientist

Francis Collins (PhD)

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Dr. Francis Collins, who led the Human Genome Project mapping human DNA, subsequently headed the U.S. National Institute of Health with a budget of $30 Billion dollars serving three Presidents. As an atheist until 1978, Collins experienced a spiritual conversion while hiking in the mountains becoming a outspoken Christian. He is the founder of "BioLogos", an organization that demonstrates the compatibility of science and Christianity. Dr. Collins has written numerous books including the NY Times Best Seller The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief. Collins stated: "The God of the Bible is also the God of the genome. God can be found in the cathedral or in the laboratory."
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    One of the greatest tragedies of our time, is this impression that has been created that science and religion have to be at war

    - Francis Collins (PhD)
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    The God of the Bible is also the God of the genome. He can be worshipped in the cathedral or in the Laboratory.

    - Francis Collins (PhD)
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    I believe God did intend, in giving us intelligence, to give us the opportunity to investigate and appreciated the wonders of His creations. He is not threatened by our scientific adventures.

    - Francis Collins (PhD)
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    The Language of God (Book Graphics File)

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    Scientists: Why it's hard to believe in God

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    I believe in the literal rising of the body of Christ. It's the cornerstone of my Christian faith.

    - Francis Collins (PhD)
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    Top atheist scientist converts to Christianity

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    My Journey from Atheism to Christianity | Francis Collins at Cal Tech

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    The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence of Belief

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    I don't have a problem with the concept that miracles might occasionally occur at moments of great significance, where there is a message being transmitted to us by God Almighty. But as a scientist, I set my standards for miracles very high.

    - Francis Collins (PhD)
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    If God is real, and I believe he is, then he is outside of nature. He is, therefore, not limited by the laws of nature in the way that we are.

    - Francis Collins (PhD)
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    Arguing God From Miracles & Revelations?

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