In the third episode of our "Reasons to Believe" series, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jeff Zweerink, a senior research scholar at Reasons to Believe and a project scientist at UCLA. With a PhD in astrophysics, Jeff has dedicated his career to exploring the fascinating connections between the truths of Scripture and scientific evidence. Jeff is an accomplished author, whose writings and talks are aimed at encouraging people to delve into the intersection of faith and science. During our conversation, Jeff shares what it’s like to be an astrophysicist and project scientist, offering a glimpse into his daily work and the exciting challenges of his field. We discuss his passion for teaching about the connection between Scripture and scientific evidence, and he walks us through his personal journey to faith. Jeff is known for tackling tough "What if...?" questions, even engaging with atheists in fair and fearless dialogue. We explore some of the most common and challenging questions he encounters, and he offers insight into how to approach these critical discussions for those who are seeking but struggling with their faith. For the skeptics, cynics, or those who feel "too smart" to believe in God, Jeff shares powerful starting points for conversation where faith and science meet in ways that are accessible and compelling. Join us for an enlightening and thought-provoking discussion as Dr. Jeff Zweerink helps us navigate the rich dialogue between faith and science, showing how each can illuminate the other.GUEST: Dr. Jeff Zweerink Reasons To Believe Website & Resources HERE HOST: @LeanneEllington To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.