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Understanding Scientific Theories of Origins: Cosmology, Geology, and Biology in Christian Perspective is unavailable, but you can change that!

The question of origins remains a stumbling block for many. But just as the Psalmist gained insight into God’s character through the observation of nature, modern scientific study can deepen and enrich our vision of the Creator and our place in his creation. In this often contentious field Bishop, Funck, Lewis, Moshier, and Walton serve as our able guides. Based on over two decades of teaching...

picture God fighting in a mediated way, whether through humans or through other means. As another example, consider Paul’s statement to Christians at Ephesus and other cities in the region: “[Christ] came and proclaimed peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near” (Eph 2:17 NRSV). This preaching was done by Paul and his traveling companions. Again we see the idea of mediated action: Jesus’ preaching takes place through Paul and other Christians. This is the pattern throughout the
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