Perspectives On An Evolving Creation

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According to the authors of this book, who explore evolutionary theory from a clear Christian perspective, the common view of conflict between evolutionary theory and Christian faith is mistaken. Written by contributors representing the natural sciences, philosophy, theology, and the history of science, this thought-provoking work isinformed by both solid scientific knowledge and keen theological insight.The three sections of the book address (1) relevant biblical, historical, andscientific background, (2) the scientific evidence for an evolving creation, and (3) theological issues commonly raised in connection with evolution, including the nature of God's creative activity, the meaning of the miraculous, and the uniqueness of humankind. Woven through the volume areshort meditations designed to direct readers toward worshiping theGod of providence.Contributors: Laurie Braaten Warren Brown David Campbell RobinCollins Ted Davis Terry Gray Jeff Greenberg Deborah Haarsma LorenHaarsma James Hurd Conrad Hyers David Livingstone Keith B. Miller John Munday Jr. George Murphy Mark A. Noll Robert John Russell Howard Van Till David Wilcox Jennifer Wiseman A strong Christian case for evolutionary theory According to the authors of this book, who explore evolutionary theory from a clear Christian perspective, the common view of conflict between evolutionary theory and Christian faith is mistaken. Written by contributors representing the natural sciences, philosophy, theology, and the history of science, this thought-provoking work is informed by both solid scientific knowledge and keen theological insight. The three sections of the book address (1) relevant biblical, historical, and scientific background, (2) the scientific evidence for an evolving creation, and (3) theological issues commonly raised in connection with evolution, including the nature of God's creative activity, the meaning of the miraculous, and the uniqueness of humankind. Woven through the volume are short meditations designed to direct readers toward worshiping the God of providence.

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