Abstract:
The purpose of this article is to put forward an acceptable scriptural stance with respect to
an evolutionary worldview. The authors posit that a theologically orthodox position can best
be substantiated when the moral ideal embodied in Christ is the starting point for all
deliberations. In light of this premise, the authors consider the following topics: the great
divide between science and religion; the various theoretical shifts taking place on both sides
of the science and religion arena concerning the veracity of evolution a substantive
consideration of Darwin’s evolutionary theory; the issue of whether Genesis is only a myth or
a narration of literal, historical events and the profound implications of evolutionary theory
for religious belief. The authors conclude that a choice does not have to be made between
evolution and religion but between good and bad evolutionary theory and good and bad
religious beliefs.
CONTRIBUTION : The article’s challenge is to not only show that science and theology are not in
conflict, but also that ascribing to an evolutionary worldview when discussing God’s creative
acts, is also not in conflict with God’s Word.
