Genesis, Evolution, and the Search for a Reasoned Faith

Overview Designed to Help College Students Understand that Theology and Science are Not Mutually Exclusive Collaborators Mary Katherine Birge, Rodica Stoicoiu, Ryan Taylor, and Brian G. Henning explore in four illuminating chapters the rich and complex history of the biblical creation accounts, the nature of science investigation, the ethical and philosophical significance of the theory of evolution, and the all-enveloping role of evolutionary theory in the deepening and broadening of faith. In the process, the authors expand readers’ understanding of the compatibility between religion and science. Readers will learn that they need not choose religion over science or faith over reason, and that evolution does not threaten but rather enriches faith. Through more than 20 accessible and comprehensive case studies and examples, the authors make it clear that regardless of one’s religious or nonreligious background, knowledge, and experiences—one can discover that science and religion are not enemies, but are companions in the search for truth. The fresh and fascinating Genesis, Evolution, and the Search for a Reasoned Faith explores both the nature of science and religion and the intelligent and intimate conversation that is necessary in the search for truth.