From Whence Cometh Man

God vs. Science or God and Science / To Believe or Not to Believe

De: David Richins

Narrado por: Glenn Rawson

“To believe or not to believe?” It's a question many of us face in our challenging world. But we are not left alone. This inspirational book outlines a systematic process to follow that will enable us to know there is a God - not merely believe, but actually know; and how to maintain that sacred knowledge during a personal trial of faith.

Misconceptions about science and religion have challenged people's faith since time immemorial. In reality, however, science and religion are more in harmony now than ever before. Scientific discoveries in just the past 100 years, which are carefully described in the book, were actually foretold in the scriptures. Scientific theories such as the Big Bang, evolution, prehistoric man, and prehistoric life can create conflict and doubt in our minds. These theories, along with the creation of the universe, creation of the solar system, creation of the earth, and the creation of life are discussed in turn. The author analyzes the theories in detail and explains why the events described by the theories could not have happened without the involvement of God.

The book opens with the age-old debate about time discrepancy concerning the age of the earth. Using scriptures, the author explains how the earth could be as old as modern scientists claim. This idea reconciles truths found in the scriptures with what we have learned about prehistoric life, prehistoric man, and Adam and Eve. Yes, the words of the prophets and the brightest minds of today's scientific community can all be compatible.

“Yea, and all things denote there is a God.”

©2018 David A Richins (P)2019 David A Richins

Great explanations

I really liked this book. It gave me lots to think about. Many unnecessary issues are created when people feel science disproves the existence of God. Science can teach how but not why, and religion teaches why but not how. Richins explains many complex systems in nature to a level that I had never considered, then poses questions to highlight the complexity - what if water froze at a different temperature? What if the tilt of the earth on its axis were different? What if the length of a day were shorter or longer? He uses the complexity as evidence of an architect in the design. Ultimately, though, he takes a step back and says science teaches how, and religion teaches why. 

Logical, thought provoking,

I learned more about the interconnectivity between science and God. It has deepened my belief that there is a God and nothing is just random. It is all connected. Thank you for this thoughtful and beautifully written book.