Jesus vs. the Other Guys Jesus vs. the Evolutionist

What is Evolutionism? Evolution “a theory that the various types of animals and plants have their origin in other preexisting types and that the distinguishable differences are due to modifications in successive generations”- Webster’s Dictionary “The Buddha” didn’t believe in the existence of a God Most Buddhists try to follow the “Eightfold Path” in an attempt to achieve “nirvana”

Two Kinds of Evolution Micro-Evolution-gradual change within a species Macro- Evolution- gradual change from one species to another

Things we probably agree on That life and nature are incredibly complex Any statement about reality should have some level of proof In the beginning there was a big event that led to all life as we know it

Things we probably disagree on There is no God involved the origin of the universe Beliefs should be based solely on scientific evidence Truth and morality are subjectively determined by society and common sense

The Scientific Method

What we can learn from Evolutionists? 1)W here do we find the existence of God? Romans 1:19,20 (NLT) “They know the truth about God because he has made it obvious to them. For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God.” God’s existence is shown in His creation

What we can learn from Evolutionists? 2) The Bible is not a science book. Hebrews 11:3 (NLT) “By faith we understand that the entire universe was formed at God’s command, that what we now see did not come from anything that can be seen.” Both evolution and creation require an amount of faith!

The Scientific Method

What we can learn from Evolutionists? 3) Society changes in its morals, but Scripture will never change! II Timothy 3:16(NLT) “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.” A discussion about Jesus Christ is much more important than an argument about science