Evolution – A Definition
Before
we can even answer the question of whether the Bible teaches us about evolution we must set before us a definition of what
evolution really is. Evolution is a theory that has at core the idea that
mankind evolved over the centuries into what we have become today.
Evolution – Life begins by chance –
Chemical Evolution
The
theory of evolution begins with the proverbial primordial ooze, which was supposedly created out of nonliving matter, which
is often referred to as Chemical evolution.
The
theory of chemical evolution has some problems:
1. It has been scientifically
proven that life cannot be created from non-life unless by supernatural means, (the involvement of God). Think about the process of sterilization, the process of the killing of all germs and bacteria. When the sterilized object is left in a sealed environment there is not new growth. When was the last time you heard of life coming form a non-living matter probably never?
- The idea of life by chance is purely unscientific. Scientists pride themselves on backing up their theories and ideas by fact and statistics. The theory of evolutions as of right now has not been proven scientifically. That means the fact of evolution
is backed up by premise and conjecture, which is highly unscientific.
- Experts in the field have found that chemical evolution is impossible. Professor Michael Behe of Lehigh
University in Allentown PA has shown that for a cell to survive all of it’s components parts must exist. If any one of the component parts is missing the cell will die. So as far as chemical evolution goes the whole single celled organism would have to have formed at
once not over centuries in order for it have survived.
Evolution – Life Changes Over Time – Biological Evolution
Once
you get the formation of the single celled organism and crawls onto land you start to deal with the theory of biological evolution.
Biological evolution simply stated is the idea that over time the initial single celled organism eventually became an amphibian
that crawls out onto land and evolved into more complex animals.
An
integral part of biological evolution is the theory that as evolution states a primate slowly evolved into Homo sapiens and
the rest is modern history.
All
of the changes in biological evolution are mainly due to what is often referred to as “natural selection” or survival
of the fittest. Natural selection is the process by which the weaker species
dies off leaving room for a more advanced species to take over.
Macro
versus Microevolution
Part
of the evolutionary theory is macroevolution, which is where one species of animal become an entirely different kind of animal. An example of macroevolution is the dinosaur evolving into birds. To date there is no credible evidence for macroevolution. While
there is evidence for microevolution, which is the idea of evolution within a species, i.e. why we have such a wide variety
of animals we must remember what the Bible says in Genesis 1:21-26 about the nature of creation and the fact that God made
every animal “after it’s own kind”.
This
verse shows clearly that God is responsible for all the different species of animals and types of plants that we have here,
not evolution. The verse in Genesis also shows a major flaw in the theory of
evolution: the idea of cross species evolution. If the evolutionists are correct
the fossil record would support their theory and thousands of fossils would be on exhibit in museums throughout the world. To date there are no known authentic fossils that support evolution.
The
fact is the fossil record supports creation because of the presence of fully formed animals.
There is also quote after quote from such well-known paleontologists as Stephen Gould and David Rapp stating the fact
that there is “precious little” in the way of fossils that would support evolution.
Evolution – What Does This All Mean?
What is means is that all the evidence that exists points to a Creator who fashioned
this world into such a complex and beautiful place. It means that nothing in
this world was created by chance it was all created with a purpose and that purpose was to support the life and welfare of
God’s greatest creation, man.
This is only a brief look
at evolution, you owe it to yourself as A Christian to learn as much as possible about evolution in order to be better prepared
to be a witness of the truth of the Gospel as it relates to the Creation story.
For more information on
evolution and creation click on one of the links below
1. What is Evolution?
What
is Evolution? - The process by which an organism becomes more sophisticated over time and in
response to its environment. Are there gaps?
... What is Evolution?
You are here: Science >> Learn More about Darwin 's
Theory of Evolution! >> What is Evolution? What is evolution?
Evolution is ...
URL:
http://www.allaboutscience.org/what-is-evolution-faq.htm
2. Theory Of Evolution
Theory
Of Evolution - There were at least five fundamental stages of evolution
that were required prior to any possibility of organic life.
... Theory Of Evolution
You are here: The Journey >> Theory Of Evolution Theory of Evolution-How
does it really work? The theory of evolution as depicted ...
URL:
http://www.allaboutthejourney.org/theory-of-evolution.htm
3. Evolution Of Man
Evolution Of Man
- All humans originate from an ape-like ancestor that existed a few million years ago. Learn the concepts of this theory.
... Evolution
Of Man-Theory Concepts You are here: Science >> Evolution Of Man Evolution
Of Man-What is it? The modern theory concerning the evolution ...
URL:
http://www.allaboutscience.org/evolution-of-man.htm
4. Creation Vs. Evolution
Creation
Vs. Evolution - The definitions. The debate. The evidence. The challenge. A review of cosmic,
chemical, stellar, planetary, organic, micr...
... Creation Vs. Evolution-A
Feasibility Study You are here: Philosophy >> Creation Vs. Evolution Creation vs. Evolution-A Question of Origins The creation ...
URL:
http://www.allaboutphilosophy.org/creation-vs-evolution.htm
5. Evolution Vs Creation
Evolution Vs Creation
- The Great Debate over the Model of Origins: the theories, contentions, and evidence. The lack of evidence and the resoluti...
... Evolution
Vs Creation-A Contentious Debate You are here: Creation >> Evolution Vs Creation Evolution vs. Creation: The Great Debate The Evolution vs. Creation ...
URL:
http://www.allaboutcreation.org/evolution-vs-creation.htm
6. Creation Vs. Evolution
Creation
Vs. Evolution - The definitions. The debate. The evidence. The challenge. A review of cosmic,
chemical, stellar, planetary, organic, micr...
... Creation Vs. Evolution-Fundamental
Questions You are here: Creation >> Creation Vs. Evolution Creation vs. Evolution-Part
2. (Read Part 1 ...
URL:
http://www.allaboutcreation.org/creation-vs-evolution-n.htm
