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Yes, it is possible. It is no longer possible to believe literally in the Genesis creation accounts, but they can still be accepted for their religious and symbolic meaning. In fact, attempting to maintain literal belief in the Genesis creation accounts could arguably be considered an exercise in self-delusion.
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What evolution is a compromise between the Bible and evolutionary science?
A:A compromise is sometimes described as an agreement by which neither side can be really happy. So it is with so-called 'theistic evolution', an attempted compromise that allows Christians to believe that God still had a role in creation as he guided evolution down its path, at the same time as they can accept that the science of evolution is proven. Many Christians remain unconvinced by this compromise because it means giving up long-held, cherished beliefs that God created every living thing just as we see it now, just 6000 years ago.Research scientists can not agree with the compromise because it leaves no room for natural selection, known to be the major driving force behind evolution.
Do Methodists believe in evolution?
In 2008 the United Methodist Church made 3 major statements strongly in favor of Theistic Evolution. Most Methodists would identify with this position saying that evolution in and of itself does not conflict with theology. So yes, The Methodist Church does believe in evolution and is NOT considered to be fundamentalist or creationist.
Why doesn't Jesus believe in evolution when his dad made it?
God did not make evolution. Evolution is the belief that the world came about from a big bang or an explosion. The Bible clearly teaches that this world came about as a direct result in God creating it.
How did Fundamentalists were at odds with teaching of evolution?
Fundamentalists are at odds with the teaching of evolution because they believe it is not compatible with the teaching of creation. They believe the Bible teaches creation.
What is it called if you believe in a higher power but also believe in evolution?
It is called being religious (Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, etc according to which higher power you believe in) while, at the same time, accepting the facts of science. Many Christians, for example, do just that - believe in evolution.For more information about religion and evolution, please visit: http://christianity.answers.com/theology/the-story-of-creation
Do Christians not believe in the theory of evolution?
They do not belive in the theory of evolution beacuse it contradicts the bible's idea that the human race was created in 6 days.
Why did William Jennings Bryan oppose the theory or evolution?
He tended to believe in a literal interpretation of the Bible and had a deep faith that the Bible was the true word of God.
What is meant by evolution?
In religion evolution typically means how people were created, and how they have developed and changed since they were created. Some people do not believe in evolution because it disagrees with the bible, which says God made man.
Why don't Americans believe in evolution?
That is somewhat of an over-generalization, because many Americans do believe in Darwin's theory of evolution, but there are certainly a great many who don't. Evotution is seen by some people as competing with the bible. The bible says that God created life (apparently by magic) and evolution describes a different way that life could have come into existence without requiring divine intervention. Fundamentalist Americans prefer the bible to science.
What do creationists believe on the origin of humans?
Creationists believe that humans were created by a supernatural being, typically a deity such as God, as described in religious texts like the Bible. They reject the scientific theory of evolution and instead adhere to the belief that humans were directly created in their present form.
Who was the first Pearson on the panet?
i do not know that is a good question Who was the first person on the planet? I suppose this is what you mean. If you believe the Bible - it was Adam. If you believe in evolution, all bets are off.
What is evolution and the Christian type of evolution?
Everything has to do with God for them, so everything the Bible says goes, even though it's totally ridiculous.Another viewFor Christians who believe in evolution, it was God who started the process. They believe pretty much what other evolutionists believe, but they don't see creation and evolution as incompatible or opposites. They may compromise some of the things in the Bible to fit their view. For instance, they would take the 6 days of creation as a metaphor for 6 million years rather than 6 literal days. They believe that it was God who sparked the Big Bang and set up the process of evolution as the means of creating the universe.
