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TF | S03 E20 | In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld respond to a question from Grade 9–10 students at Miller High School: Do miracles still happen—and why can’t science prove them?
Exploring Scripture, theology, and real-world examples, they unpack the relationship between miracles, faith, and scientific evidence. The conversation highlights why miracles in the Bible—and today—are not “proofs” that force belief, but signs that invite a personal response and deeper relationship with God.
They also examine how the Church evaluates miracles, the limits of science in explaining the supernatural, and why openness—rather than certainty—shapes how we interpret extraordinary events. This episode offers a thoughtful and accessible look at how faith and reason work together, and why miracles ultimately point beyond themselves to hope, conversion, and God’s presence in the world.
00:00 Miracles Question
00:52 Why We Love Q and A
01:55 Framing Modern Skepticism
03:27 New Testament Not Naive
05:08 Miracles Need Interpretation
07:39 Miracles Don't Force Faith
09:20 Science Limits and Saints
12:09 Canonization Beyond Evidence
13:53 Shroud of Turin Cautions
16:49 Historical Case for Resurrection
19:01 Historical Evidence Limits
20:32 Hume and Miracle Bias
21:23 Modern Miracles and Lourdes
23:05 Why Miracles Leave Scars
24:42 Signs That Build Hope
29:44 Choosing Good Over Despair
32:04 Prayer and Shared Responsibility
35:44 Atheists' Prayer for a Sign
37:13 Incremental Faith and Unbelief
38:51 Wrap Up and Blessing
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TF | S03 E20 | In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld respond to a question from Grade 9–10 students at Miller High School: Do miracles still happen—and why can’t science prove them?
Exploring Scripture, theology, and real-world examples, they unpack the relationship between miracles, faith, and scientific evidence. The conversation highlights why miracles in the Bible—and today—are not “proofs” that force belief, but signs that invite a personal response and deeper relationship with God.
They also examine how the Church evaluates miracles, the limits of science in explaining the supernatural, and why openness—rather than certainty—shapes how we interpret extraordinary events. This episode offers a thoughtful and accessible look at how faith and reason work together, and why miracles ultimately point beyond themselves to hope, conversion, and God’s presence in the world.
00:00 Miracles Question
00:52 Why We Love Q and A
01:55 Framing Modern Skepticism
03:27 New Testament Not Naive
05:08 Miracles Need Interpretation
07:39 Miracles Don't Force Faith
09:20 Science Limits and Saints
12:09 Canonization Beyond Evidence
13:53 Shroud of Turin Cautions
16:49 Historical Case for Resurrection
19:01 Historical Evidence Limits
20:32 Hume and Miracle Bias
21:23 Modern Miracles and Lourdes
23:05 Why Miracles Leave Scars
24:42 Signs That Build Hope
29:44 Choosing Good Over Despair
32:04 Prayer and Shared Responsibility
35:44 Atheists' Prayer for a Sign
37:13 Incremental Faith and Unbelief
38:51 Wrap Up and Blessing

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