Genesis Evolution And The Search For A Reasoned Faith

Author : Mary Katherine Birge,Brian G. Henning,Rodica Stoicoiu,Ryan Taylor
Publisher : Anselm Academic Christian Brothers Pub.
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Bible and evolution
ISBN : 0884897559

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Genesis, Evolution, and the Search for a Reasoned Faith by Mary Katherine Birge,Brian G. Henning,Rodica Stoicoiu,Ryan Taylor Pdf

Four scholars engage in respectful dialogue about the relationship between science and religion. Using as their starting point the ongoing discussion regarding evolutionary theory and the biblical accounts of creation, these scholars present an integrated analysis demonstrating the intimate and not antagonistic relationship of their respective disciplines. Readers will encounter an exploration of the history and meaning of the biblical creation accounts, the nature of scientific investigation, the ethical and philosophical significance of the theory of evolution, and the need for a theology that embraces evolution.--From publisher's description.

Author : Henry M. Morris
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780736967983

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Unlocking the Mysteries of Genesis by Henry M. Morris Pdf

Unlock the Mysteries of Faith and Science Have you wondered how the creation story in Genesis fits with the evolutionary theories of popular science? You're not alone. Many Christians wrestle with the seeming disparity between faith and science. They want to believe the inerrancy of Scripture, but it's difficult to reconcile the two. Unlocking the Mysteries of Genesis seeks to resolve this conflict by answering key questions about the origin of human life, the evidence left by the fossil record, and how the findings of science line up with the Bible. Using the most current research and data, this visually stunning book takes readers on a journey that explores the wonders of God's creation through the lens of faith-based science that clearly points to the authenticity and accuracy of the biblical creation account. The compelling evidence you'll find as you study both Genesis and science will challenge your intellect and reinforce your faith.

Author : Zondervan,
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310080985

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Four Views on Creation, Evolution, and Intelligent Design by Zondervan, Pdf

Evolution--or the broader topic of origins--has enormous relevance to how we understand the Christian faith and how we interpret Scripture. Four Views on Creation, Evolution, and Intelligent Design presents the current "state of the conversation" about origins among evangelicals representing four key positions: Young Earth Creationism - Ken Ham (Answers in Genesis) Old Earth (Progressive) Creationism - Hugh Ross (Reasons to Believe) Evolutionary Creation - Deborah B. Haarsma (BioLogos) Intelligent Design - Stephen C. Meyer (The Discovery Institute) The contributors offer their best defense of their position addressing questions such as: What is your position on origins - understood broadly to include the physical universe, life, and human beings in particular? What do you take to be the most persuasive arguments in defense of your position? How do you demarcate and correlate evidence about origins from current science and from divine revelation? What hinges on answering these questions correctly? This book allows each contributor to not only present the case for his or her view, but also to critique and respond to the critiques of the other contributors, allowing you to compare their beliefs in an open forum setting to see where they overlap and where they differ.

Author : John A. Moore
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2003-09-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520240667

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From Genesis to Genetics by John A. Moore Pdf

"A marvelous and insightful review of the creationism/evolution controversy by an individual who has contributed immeasurably to the public understanding of science."—Lee Hood, author of The Code of Codes: Scientific and Social Issues in the Human Genome Project "I know of no book that explains the evolution/creation controversy in such a comprehensive manner, and yet in a style that will be understood by high school students. It demarcates those areas of thought that belong to faith-supported religion on the one hand, and reason-supported science on the other without denigrating either."—Richard E. Dickerson, UCLA "There are few scientists as knowledgeable and clear about how science works, and as thoughtful about the creation and evolution controversy as John A. Moore. A product of Moore's wisdom and his over 60 years experience as a brilliant and productive scholar, From Genesis to Genetics will bring understanding to both citizens and scientists who are grappling with the contentious issues of science and religion, evolution and creationism."—Eugenie C. Scott, Executive Director, National Center for Science Education

Author : Christopher Gieschen
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781532657054

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Is Evolution Compatible with Christianity? by Christopher Gieschen Pdf

All of these statements are false: Christians are science-deniers when it comes to evolution. Real science actually lines up more with evolution than creation as found in Genesis. Fossils are evidence for evolution. The Genesis account is fully compatible with evolution. These questions need answers! What exactly is the difference between evolution right and evolution wrong? Is it possible to bend Genesis to fit evolution? How can one defend belief in a six-day creation from the onslaughts of the evolutionists? How about any questions you have? This book is a must for any Christian about to enter a public high school or university. Accepting evolution as true is the basis for three of the ten reasons Christians give up saving faith. It is time for you to arm yourself with the truth and stand your ground logically, philosophically, scientifically, and most important biblically! Ready? Let's go!

Author : Jeffrey P. Moran
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199913480

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American Genesis by Jeffrey P. Moran Pdf

The question of teaching evolution in the public schools is a continuing and frequently heated political issue in America. From Tennessee's Scopes Trial in 1925 to recent battles that have erupted in Louisiana, Kansas, Ohio, and countless other localities, the critics and supporters of evolution have fought nonstop over the role of science and religion in American public life. In American Genesis, Jeffrey P. Moran explores the ways in which the evolution debate has reverberated beyond the confines of state legislatures and courthouses. Using extensive research in newspapers, periodicals, and archives, Moran shows that social forces such as gender, regionalism, and race have intersected with the debate over evolution in ways that shed light on modern American culture. He investigates, for instance, how antievolutionism deepened the cultural divisions between North and South--northerners embraced evolution as a sign of sectional enlightenment, while southerners defined themselves as the standard bearers of true Christianity. Evolution debates also exposed a deep gulf between conservative Black Christians and secular intellectuals such as W. E. B. DuBois. Moran also explores the ways in which the struggle has played out in the universities, on the internet, and even within the evangelical community. Throughout, he shows that evolution has served as a weapon, as an enforcer of identity, and as a polarizing force both within and without the churches. America has both the most advanced scientific infrastructure as well as the highest rate of church adherence among developed nations, and the issues raised in the evolution controversies touch the heart of our national identity. American Genesis makes an important contribution to our understanding of the impact of this contentious issue, revealing how its tendrils have stretched out to touch virtually every corner of our lives.

Author : Peter Enns
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781587433153

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The Evolution of Adam by Peter Enns Pdf

The widely-held evolutionary view of beginnings doesn't allow for a historical Adam. This book helps Christians reconcile the teachings of the Bible and evolution.

Author : Joseph Seckbach,Richard Gordon
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789813235052

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Theology And Science: From Genesis To Astrobiology by Joseph Seckbach,Richard Gordon Pdf

The age-old debate between science and faith invites more players to the fore in this book. Proponents of the origin of life as a natural process and natural selection as a mechanism of evolution come face to face with advocates for the intervention of a creator, while other scholars believe that the gulf between science and religion should be bridged.At turns disconcerting, revelatory, and profound, readers are invited to leave their preconceived notions at the door and join these writers in this curious journey of discovery.

Author : M. R. De Haan
Publisher : Zondervan Publishing Company
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1986-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0310233615

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Genesis and Evolution by M. R. De Haan Pdf

Author : B. McConkie,Russell Elkins
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1492755052

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Genesis Evolution by B. McConkie,Russell Elkins Pdf

Fans of Dieter F. Uchtdorf and Henry Eyring Sr. will love this little book. Do science and religion really have to be at odds with each other? Are they compatible? Does there really need to be a debate about evolution vs. God?What if Moses actually understood the science behind the earth's history, and the language of God in the Bible actually tells the same story as any geology textbook?Genesis Evolution makes that case. The geological history of the earth is told in a way that any scientist would agree, and is placed side-by-side with the first chapter of Genesis. Told in a manner that you don't have to be a scientist to understand, you'll be able to see how the pieces of science and religion fit nicely together.As you read this book, be open-minded. Whether you're a devout Christian, a die-hard atheist, or somewhere in between, this book will truly make you think... if you let it.

Author : Werner Gitt
Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780890514832

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Did God Use Evolution? by Werner Gitt Pdf

Drawing from a variety of topics - biology, biblical chronology, and the origin of human language - and showing their relation to one another in solving this question, author Werner Gitt reveals that evolution is not only bad science, it also violates Scripture. Written for the layman, but with a scientific slant, this compelling book devastates Darwinian arguments for the origin of our universe and planet. In helping Christians answer attacks on their faith, Gitt addresses relevant subjects such as: the origin of man, the origin of human language, human behavior, the origin and future of the universe. Book jacket.

Author : Denis O. Lamoureux
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2008-06-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725244283

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Evolutionary Creation by Denis O. Lamoureux Pdf

In this provocative book, evolutionist and evangelical Christian Denis O. Lamoureux proposes an approach to origins that moves beyond the "evolution-versus-creation" debate. Arguing for an intimate relationship between the Book of God's Words and the Book of God's Works, he presents evolutionary creation--a position that asserts that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit created the universe and life through an ordained and sustained evolutionary process. This view of origins affirms intelligent design and the belief that beauty, complexity, and functionality in nature reflect the mind of God. Lamoureux also challenges the popular Christian assumption that the Holy Spirit revealed scientific and historical facts in the opening chapters of the Bible. He contends that Scripture features an ancient understanding of origins that functions as a vessel to deliver inerrant and infallible messages of faith. Lamoureux shares his personal story and his struggle in coming to terms with evolution and Christianity. Like many, he lost his boyhood faith at university in classes on evolutionary biology. After graduation, he experienced a born-again conversion and then embraced belief in a literal six-day creation. Graduate school training at the doctoral level in both theology and biology led him to the conclusion that God created the world through evolution. Lamoureux closes with the two most important issues in the origins controversy--the pastoral and pedagogical implications. How should churches approach this volatile topic? And what should Christians teach their children about origins?

Author : Lloyd R. Bailey
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2006-05-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781597527101

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Genesis, Creation, and Creationism by Lloyd R. Bailey Pdf

'Genesis, Creation, and Creationism' is an important new study that explores all sides of the creationism debate and gives a sound and spiritually rich way of understanding the creation stories of Genesis. -------------------- Creationism is an ardently proclaimed and widely held point of view, involving both scientific and biblical data. While much has been written about Òscientific creationism, much less is available about its counterpart, Òbiblical creationism. 'Genesis, Creation, and Creationism' provides this much-needed evaluation of creationism by uniquely allowing the Bible to speak for itself. Author Lloyd R. Bailey, who is a biblical scholar and also holds a degree in physics, begins his investigation by inviting all sides of the creationism debate to set aside their prejudices for or against the theory of evolution and read the biblical story of creation in Genesis (1:1-2, 4a). He then examines the creationist phenomenon and compares this data with the agenda of the Òyoung earth creationist. All the while, Bailey enhances the Bible's ability to speak for itself by withholding judgment on many of the assumptions of historical-critical biblical scholarship (for example, the date and authorship of Genesis). The result is a scientifically straightforward study of Genesis that explicitly answers fundamentalist questions on creationism. 'Genesis, Creation, and Creationism' is a thought-provoking study on the relationship of science and religion that speaks to all Christian denominations. It provides excellent resource material for high school science classes, religion classes, and for seminarians engaged in biblical studies.

Author : Stephen C Barton,David Wilkinson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009-11-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780199726134

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Reading Genesis after Darwin by Stephen C Barton,David Wilkinson Pdf

Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species has changed the landscape of religious thought in many ways. There is a widespread assumption that before Darwin, all Christians believed that the world was created some 6,000 years ago over a period of 6 days. After Darwin, the first chapters of Genesis were either rejected totally by skeptics or defended vehemently in scientific creationism. This book tells a very different story. Bringing together contributions from biblical scholars, historians and contemporary theologians, it is demonstrated that both Jewish and Christian scholars read Genesis in a non-literal way long before Darwin. Even during the nineteenth century, there was a wide range of responses from religious believers towards evolution, many of them very positive. Stephen C. Barton and David Wilkinson argue that being receptive to the continuing relevance of Genesis today regarding questions of gender, cosmology, and the environment is a lively option.

Author : Dr. Ted Peters,Martinez Hewlett
Publisher : Abingdon Press
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2010-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781426729096

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Can You Believe in God and Evolution? by Dr. Ted Peters,Martinez Hewlett Pdf

Named a 2007 Book of Distinction by the Sir John Templeton Foundation. The special edition of this award winning book celebrates the 200th birthday of Charles Darwin. Since, even before, the publication of Darwin's seminal work on evolution, science and religion have often been at odds. Even today culture wars continue to rage. How can I be faithful to God and fully enjoy the progress of science? Who is Charles Darwin and what did he actually say? Can you believe in God and evolution? Does teaching evolution corrupt our social values? How can you connect science and faith? Can science be a Christian vocation? So how can we interpret the creation story in the Bible? Authors Ted Peters and Martinez Hewlett give a balanced discussion of the impact of evolution to help church leaders understand the values at stake. They make the convincing case that Christians can connect their faith in God with a scientific understanding of evolution with integrity