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When the Bible Seems to Disagree With Science
What should we do when the
Bible appears to disagree with science?
In the last few centuries man's inquisitive nature has teamed up with his increasing
ability to record, analyze and pass on what he has learned, resulting in a staggering
increase of knowledge. Amazingly, the Bible foretold this knowledge explosion as
a hallmark of modern society long before our technological and scientific advances
could have been imagined (Daniel 12:4).
Some people believe that much of recently acquired knowledge disagrees with the Bible,
particularly in the areas of biology, anthropology, geology and astronomy. It is
precisely this perception-of science contradicting Scripture-that has led many people
to doubt the veracity and authority of the Bible.
At first glance we see what appears to be a collision course of revelation with science.
We think we must choose between physical, scientific evidence and the claims of Scripture.
Our resulting quandary may distress us. But the Bible itself encourages us to find
answers, to review all the relevant information before reaching a conclusion (Proverbs 18:13).
We find that true scientific knowledge does not disagree with the Bible. Nor
does the Bible contradict proven scientific discoveries. We address some of those
assumed conflicts later in this booklet.
Although God's Word encourages us to learn and discover the truth, it also urges
us to keep an open mind. Many people assume that the Bible says certain things that
it doesn't really say. Others hold fast to a mind-set prejudiced against the Scriptures
because of what they imagine is a mountain of evidence contradicting the biblical
record.
Sadly, it will be difficult for such people to give the Bible a fair hearing. But
they should emulate the noble and open-minded approach of the people of the city
of Berea as recorded in the book of Acts. The Bereans were "more fair-minded"
than those in other areas. As a result, "they received the word with all readiness,
and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so"
(Acts 17:11).
We hope you will similarly search out the truth, objectively examining the evidence
to see whether the Bible is indeed what it claims to be: the inspired Word of God.
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