Faith Versus Science?
by Benjamin Banks Pierre-Simon Laplace (1749-1827), a French mathematician, physicist, and astronomer, was most known for applying Newton’s theory of gravitation to the solar system. The product was a complex system of planetary movement that extended and supplemented Newton’s theory. Presented with the work, Napoleon remarked, “They tell me you have written this large book on the system of the universe, and have never even mentioned...
First Things for Christian Apologists
For centuries Christians have believed in the need to give a reason for the hope within. Apologetics (the defense and articulation of Christian truth) has produced a great heritage of theological and philosophical resources. In the wake of the legacies of C.S. Lewis and Francis Schaeffer, many have taken up this mantel with remarkable zeal. Apologetics texts burgeoned in the late twentieth century, along with institutes, courses, and...
Can Archaeology Deliver?
Essay by Matthew McAffee Introduction In the popular consciousness, archaeology captures the fascination of a generation that grew up with Indiana Jones and his far-flung adventures in search of ancient treasures. For them archaeology spells adventure and excitement—the exploration of real-life ancient ruins which provide a fresh rendition of days gone by. Not too long ago, the world of biblical studies experienced similar...
Evangelism’s Hidden Assumptions: When Theory & Praxis Contradict
Central to the Christian faith is the task of evangelism. Orthodox Christians affirm this need for witnessing in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the uttermost parts of the earth (cf. Acts 1:8). Nonetheless, bearing witness to the cross of Christ comes with its own unique challenges and principles about its content, as well as its approach or method. Among these challenges are some important basic assumptions. For example, the...
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