One of the most controversial topics between professional scientists and Biblical scholars is the theory of creation versus evolution. The Bible seems to clearly teach that the natural world was created by God, a supernatural divine being. Scientists look at various evidences in the physical world and see proof of the universe having evolved over millions of years. For someone scientifically inclined, to ignore this evidence in favor of a Creator is foolish and contrary to logic. To a Christian, to reject the Bible’s claim that God created the world in exchange for evolution is to reject the whole Bible, and thereby God Himself. Is it possible to have an acceptance of
In his new book Progressive Creation, Jim McCarthy explores the relationship of creation and evolution. Jim discusses controversies between the two ideologies, engages with critics’ opinions, and responds to their objections. He also presents a new creation model for the 21st century, explaining how biblical creation relates to modern scientific understanding of the universe’s origin and life on earth.