Perspectives on an Evolving CreationAccording 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. Contributors: Laurie J. Braaten Warren S. Brown Jr. David Campbell Robin Collins Edward B. Davis Terry M. Gray Jeffrey K. Greenberg Deborah B. Haarsma Loren Haarsma James P. Hurd Conrad Hyers David N. Livingstone Keith B. Miller John C. Munday Jr. George L. Murphy Mark A. Noll Robert John Russell Howard J. Van Till David L. Wilcox Jennifer Wiseman |
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This is a very well thought out book. I found it hard to read quickly, because it is very technical. I have found answers to many questions I have had through out the years in this book. There are ... Read full review
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Contents
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Worshipping the God of Wisdom and Mystery | 59 |
Charles Hodge and B B Warfield on Science the Bible Evolution and Darwinism | 61 |
Does Science Exclude God? Natural Law Chance Miracles and Scientific Practice | 72 |
An Evolving Cosmos | 97 |
Biochemistry and Evolution | 256 |
Complexity SelfOrganization and Design | 288 |
Is the Universe Capable of Evolving? | 313 |
Special Providence and Genetic Mutation A New Defense of Theistic Evolution | 335 |
Christology Evolution and the Cross | 370 |
The Peaceable Kingdom | 390 |
An Evolving Creation and Environmental Issues | 393 |
Being Stewards of the Creator God | 411 |
Worshipping the Creator of the Cosmos | T-20 |
Geological Framework of an Evolving Creation | T-23 |
Common Descent Transitional Forms and the Fossil Record | T-52 |
The Cambrian Explosion A Challenge to Evolutionary Theory? | T-82 |
Worshipping the Creator of the History of Life | 205 |
Hominids in the Garden? | 208 |
Finding Adam The Genetics of Human Origins | 234 |
A Lesson from Nature | 254 |
May the Glory of the Lord Endure Forever Biblical Reflections on Creation Care | 414 |
Animal Pain Beyond the Threshold? | 435 |
Evolution and Original Sin | 469 |
Evolution Cognitive Neuroscience and the Soul | 502 |
Remembering Gods People | 524 |
Contributors | 527 |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | Perspectives on an Evolving Creation |
| Editor | Keith B. Miller |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing, 2003 |
| ISBN | 0802805124, 9780802805126 |
| Length | 528 pages |
| Subjects | › › Religion / Christian Theology / General Religion / Christianity / General Religion / Religion & Science Science / Life Sciences / Evolution |
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