As the twenty-first century approaches, science and theology are at a discomforting juncture. Science has been the champion of the disciplines due to the empirical knowledge and intellectual community that endorse scientific research. Theology has managed to coexist as the docile underdog since about the eighteenth century. In order for theology to regain credibility, it must assert its presence and attempt to analyze advances in the sciences in a theologically comprehensible manner. Theology would not only demonstrate that it was ready to expand its horizons, but it would be making a contribution by bringing redemption back to the forefront of society.
Dialogue claims that it is necessary for science and theology to freely discuss issues of relevance.
However, the conversation between the disciplines is not intended to sway the opinion of either participant. In the fashion of Independence , the unique character of both areas is thereby maintained. The purpose of the dialogue is merely to enlighten each ora differing perspective. Basically, nothing new is achieved from this dialogue unless one attempts to integrate the ways of life contemplation. Theology of nature rightly assumes religious experience and historical revelation as a starting point.