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Is There Purpose in Biology?
Book • 2018
Denis Alexander’s 'Is There Purpose in Biology?
God of Love and the Cost of Existence' investigates whether biological science allows for a notion of purpose compatible with Christian belief.
Combining scientific evidence and theological reflection, Alexander examines topics such as suffering, evolutionary history, and the emergence of human capacities.
He argues that while biology shows a costly process of existence marked by death and suffering, it also reveals directionality and capacities that fit within a theistic framework of purpose.
The book addresses pastoral and philosophical implications, proposing that the Christian hope of resurrection (a ‘phase two’) gives ultimate meaning to the present ‘phase one’ of creation.
It aims to bridge scientific understanding and theological interpretation for readers grappling with these issues.
God of Love and the Cost of Existence' investigates whether biological science allows for a notion of purpose compatible with Christian belief.
Combining scientific evidence and theological reflection, Alexander examines topics such as suffering, evolutionary history, and the emergence of human capacities.
He argues that while biology shows a costly process of existence marked by death and suffering, it also reveals directionality and capacities that fit within a theistic framework of purpose.
The book addresses pastoral and philosophical implications, proposing that the Christian hope of resurrection (a ‘phase two’) gives ultimate meaning to the present ‘phase one’ of creation.
It aims to bridge scientific understanding and theological interpretation for readers grappling with these issues.
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Can Christians believe in Evolution? God vs Darwinian Evolution debate | Prof. Denis Alexander vs John Catt hosted Andy Kind
