The Faith and Science Podcast

Dear Listeners,

We have made it 450 straight weeks of talking about Faith and Science!  I first want to thank everyone who has tagged along on this crazy journey.  I hope you enjoy this episode as we thank you and talk about what some of the future holds for the podcast.  Hope you enjoy it as we continue talking about Faith and Science each week.

Thank you so much,

Tyler Bublitz

These are the readings for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 45:1-15 and Psalm 133, or Isaiah 56:1, 6-8 and Psalm 67, with Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32, and Matthew 15: (10-20), 21-28.    Roman concrete has outlasted modern concrete by over a thousand years — and the secret lies in its "imperfections." This week, we explore how the self-healing chemistry of ancient Roman structures mirrors a persistent Canaanite woman's faith, Joseph's forgiveness of his brothers, and a message that God's gifts are never revoked. Discover why a faith that's a little messy, cracked, and slow to cure might actually be the strongest kind. Plus: episode 450 milestone reflections on what keeps a long journey of faith going.  Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Eleven Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28 and Psalm 105: 1-6, 16-22, 45b, or 1 Kings 19:9-18 and Psalm 85:8-13, with Romans 10:5-15, and Matthew 14:22-33.  When the world's data gets complicated, does that mean we stop trusting? This week we sit with Joseph's brothers, Elijah's sheer silence, and Peter sinking beneath the waves — and ask what it means to keep our eyes fixed on Christ even when the ground (or the science) feels uncertain. A closer look at a real, ongoing climate debate becomes an unexpected lens for faith, fear, and what it costs to do the right thing without knowing the full outcome. Come wrestle with the tension between trust and uncertainty — and what it looks like to keep moving forward anyway.  Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 32:22-31 and Psalm 17:1-7, 15, or Isaiah 55:1-5 and Psalm 145:8-9, 14-21, with Romans 9:1-5, and Matthew 14:13-21.  For centuries, sailors died from a disease with a known cure — because people kept forgetting, doubting, or dismissing the evidence right in front of them. This week, that strange, maddening history of scurvy becomes a mirror for a much older story: a crowd fed by a miracle their own followers doubted was possible, even after watching miracle after miracle unfold that same day. What does it take to actually see the blessings already surrounding us, instead of waiting to be amazed all over again? A look at how faith and science both stall out when we stop building on what we already know — and what it means to finally open our eyes.   Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 29:15-28 and Psalm 105:1-11, 45b or Psalm 128, 1 Kings 3:5-12 and Psalm 119:129-136, with Romans 8:26-39 and Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52.  Long-term commitment shapes both faith and science — and this week's episode digs into why that matters. Drawing connections between decades-spanning experiments like the Beal seed viability study and the Rothamsted agricultural trials — both of which uncovered discoveries far beyond their original scope — the episode makes the case that patience and sustained commitment, not quick fixes, lead to deeper understanding. That applies as much to our relationship with God as it does to how we care for creation.   Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 28:10-19a and Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24, or Wisdom of Solomon 12:13, 16-19 or Isaiah 44:6-8 and Psalm 86:11-17, with Romans 8:12-25, and Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43.  This week we explored the parable of the wheat and the weeds, connecting it to underground mycelium networks and the invisible light spectrum to show how much of reality operates beyond what we can immediately see or perceive. The conversation challenges the temptation to react to short-term setbacks, arguing that God often works on a scale and timeline far larger than our current view allows. Along the way, it draws on themes of divine presence, patience, and hope from across this week's readings.  Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 25:19-34 and Psalm 119:105-112, or Isaiah 55:10-13 and Psalm 65:(1-8), 9-13, with Romans 8:1-1, and Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23.  This week's episode wrestles with our tendency toward short-term thinking, from Esau trading his birthright for a quick meal to the "rocky ground" in the Parable of the Sower that springs up fast but never takes root. That same short-sightedness shows up in how slowly we adopt renewable energy, even as climate data keeps sounding the alarm. Real spiritual and environmental growth asks us to look beyond immediate comfort and self-interest toward a longer-term, collective good.  Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67 and Psalm 45:10-17 or Song of Solomon 2:8-13, or Zechariah 9:9-12 and Psalm 145:8-14, with Romans 7:15-25a, and Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30.  This week the texts take us through the full range of human emotion — from Isaac's joy and grief, to Paul's inner battle, to Jesus' invitation to lay down our burdens and rest. What does science have to say about all of this? We explore the fascinating and controversial story of Koko the gorilla and the groundbreaking research of Frans de Waal, whose work with primates suggests that empathy and emotional life are woven into creation far more deeply than we ever imagined. If emotions are by design, what does that mean for how we show up — for God, for each other, and for the church? . Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 22:1-14 and Psalm 13, or Jeremiah 28:5-9 and Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18, with Romans 6:12-23, and Matthew 10:40-42.  This week we head underground and into the forest to explore mutualism — the stunning science of how plants, fungi, and bacteria are completely dependent on one another to survive. From nitrogen-fixing bacteria to the 15-year journey of Minnesota's Showy Lady Slipper, creation turns out to be full of living examples of radical trust. What does that have to do with Abraham on Mount Moriah, or a cup of cold water? More than you might think. Join us as we explore what nature can teach us about leaning into God's provision over our own understanding. Let me know what you think of it.

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These are the readings for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 21:8-21 and Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17, Jeremiah 20:7-13 and Psalm 69:7-10, (11-15), 16-18, with Romans 6:1b-11, and Matthew 10:24-39.  This week in the podcast, we explore themes of fear, rejection, and trust in God's presence even in uncomfortable or uncertain moments. Our science tie-in dives into the controversial 1721 Boston smallpox inoculation campaign led by Cotton Mather and Dr. Zabdiel Boylston, sparked by the knowledge of an enslaved African man named Onesimus, and the violent backlash they faced for embracing this early breakthrough. We draw a modern parallel to the fears surrounding AI, especially its growing role in medicine. Tune in for a reflection on how faith calls us to embrace change, stay open to new ideas, and trust that God remains with us through it all.  Let me know what you think of it.

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