Math is the basis for all "hard" science but why would a system developed for counting assets have anything to do with the structure of the atom or the movement of the stars? In other words, was math invented or discovered?
When Albert Einstein developed his theory of relativity he made two assumptions. One, that the laws of physics would be the same for any observer moving at a constant speed and direction. Second, the speed of light would be the same for all observers. These two assumptions can only be true if there is a unity in the universe. We are not at the mercy of the snap decisions of a capricious god.
The very heart of science has the belief that the universe and how it works can be understood. Without that basic belief there would be no reason to do science.
The introduction to the idea of God into science is not a "conversation stopper." I believe math is at the heart of science because God is the unifying factor. He is the God of "i" and "Pi" as well as "you" and "I." The fact that Jesus Christ is the same, yesterday, today and forever is the factor that makes the universe understandable.
That is why even those who believe that math was "invented" often have a sense of "awe" when they marvel that a simple math equations can sum up so so much about what goes on in the universe. (Example: E=MC2)
It seems to me that God is not only "a" mathematician. He is "the" mathematician. We have the privilege of discovering what wonders God has made.
Very well put!
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