Has Science Made God Unnecessary? (Ransom Poitnress)

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There is a widespread assumption that there is no space for God in science, and no space for science in Christianity. This book addresses the question of whether the search for answers excludes belief in a Deity. Ransom Poythress’ logical and well–reasoned look at the common arguments will be a fascinating read for any with a genuine interest in pursuing truth.

Sample Chapter

Has Science Made God Unnecessary?

Endorsements

Ransom Poythress is both an accomplished biologist and a knowledgeable biblical scholar. His commitment is to both the craft of science and the awareness of the reasons people throw up objections to its compatibility with Christian faith. He writes in a sympathetic, non–combative manner which ought to disarm all but the most obdurate sceptic. A must read by anyone concerned with the so–called science–vs–religion controversy.

William Edgar, Professor of Apologetics, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements .................................................................11

Introduction: Understanding the Question ............................13

1 The Conflict Thesis ...........................................................21

2 God of the Gaps Arguments ..............................................33

3 Behind the Curtain of Science, Part I:

Objectivity and Truth ........................................................43

4 Behind the Curtain of Science, Part II:

Materialist Assumptions ....................................................53

5 Behind the Curtain of Science, Part III:

Materialist Limitations ......................................................63

6 Behind the Curtain of Science, Part IV:

What’s Actually Necessary for Science ...............................73

7 Behind the Curtain of Science, Part V:

Scientific Laws ..................................................................81

8 Behind the Curtain of Science, Part VI:

Supernatural Assumptions and a Christian Philosophical

Foundation for Science......................................................91

9 Miracles  .........................................................................109

10 Evidence: What Does it Look Like? .................................117

11 Big Bang and Fine-Tuning ..............................................133

12 Origin of Life ..................................................................147

13 Evolution: the Big Picture ...............................................157

14 Evolution: Darwin’s Defenders ........................................173

Conclusion   .........................................................................199

Appendix: Additional Resources ...........................................203

Product Details

Title: Has Science Made God Unnecessary? 

Author: Ransom Poitnress

Publisher: Christian Focus

Pages: 208

Binding: Paperback

Size: 19.8 x 13.0 x 1.2 cm

ISBN:9781527107731