Evolution is a bankrupt
theory. It is unscientific, unbiblical, and illogical. Yet as you pick up supposedly
scientific journals, go to state or national parks, watch TV or listen to the
teachers in public schools, this theory is presented as fact worthy of our embrace.
This theory was developed
in the 1700's by men who made a deliberate choice to leave God out of the equation,
so they invented a system of creation that did not acknowledge Him. Obviously
it didn't work. Now many scientists are beginning to believe that some supernatural
power must have been at work, but still these men will not acknowledge God.
A few months ago I wrote
about a book called In the Minds of Men, which gave a historical survey
of the theory of evolution, showing how men have constructed this evil message
to destroy men's belief in God. This time I would like to suggest a couple of
books that handle this same issue from two other perspectives.
A volume that has been on
my shelves for a number of years--and I just got around to reading--is Dr. A.
E. Wilder-Smith's Man's Origin: Man's Destiny. Dr. Wilder-Smith is a
first-class scientist who has done a lot of research in biochemistry and from
this perspective can address the subject of evolution very adequately. He presents
some very sound arguments of the improbability of cells evolving from simple
to complex, and states that this is not only improbable, but is against proven
laws of science such as the laws of Thermodynamics. He was able to take some
of these scientific truths and make them understandable even for my unscientific
mind.
Another theory he attacks
is the need for all these million of years that evolution uses. In this discussion,
he also addresses the popular Gap Theory that Dr. Scofield appealed to in his
notes in the Scofield Bible. Dr. Wilder-Smith sees this as scientifically untenable.
However, I would caution that I did not agree with all he said in the part about
man's destiny. He makes some statements regarding Christ and where He was when
He was in the grave, interpreting 1 Peter 3:18-20
in a way I'm not ready to
accept. But that is just one section in one chapter that doesn't at all affect
the general tone and character of the book.
While browsing in a bookstore
recently, a book was recommended to me that was authored by Wilber Smith and
had been reprinted called, Therefore Stand. While I haven't completely
digested it (it's over 500 pages), I have been very much impressed with it.
This book was written so that young men and women whose faith has been shaken
by the teaching of colleges and universities would be able to consider once
again the solid ground upon which the faith of Jesus Christ stands. As Paul
would say, it was written for "the defense and confirmation" of the faith. This
is broader than a defense of creation (which is given a large section), but
also defends the Bible in light of the many ancient and modern philosophies
of men. This book has an excellent overview of Greek philosophy and civilization
upon which much of our current thinking is based. Also included is an historical
overview of the declension of evangelical Christianity which is something that
we need to hear again in our day. History does repeat itself and we need to
hear again from history if we would not repeat the same mistakes today.
In the sciences as well
as the philosophies of man, God is being shut out. This is not by chance, but
by the studied and deliberate choice of those who are in the education process
of this world at all levels. We need to stand against this evil in our own lives
as well as in the lives of our children. These two books will be a big help
in, first of all, understanding God and His ways and confirming the truth of
the Bible, as well as warning us of the evil that lurks in the halls of our
educational systems.
Both books are available
through Gospel Folio Press.