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A Christian Approach to Controversial Topics in Science Cloning, the environment, stem cell research, cutting-edge reproductive technologies, genetic engineering . . . Splashed across television screens and newspapers and argued in classrooms and over the water cooler, these are among the most hotly-debated issues of our day. Does religion belong in the laboratory? What relationship exists between science and Christian faith? Are the two mutually exclusive? Arguing that Christianity has much to contribute to the scientific and ethical debates facing today’s world, gifted scientists and committed Christians Alexander and White ask the hard questions as they examine some of the greatest scientific and ethi… More >>
Science, Faith, And Ethics: Grid or Gridlock?
This is an excellent, even-handed examination of how thoughtful Christianity and responsible science can co-exist. The authors examine the basic principles underlying most of today’s “hot topics” in science and ethics (evolution, abortion, cloning, the environment, etc.) and give the reader the facts they need to come to their own understanding of what is “right.” This book does not assume that all good Christians will agree on these dificult issues, but they do assume that we need to be responsible in thinking them through.
I really appreciated the way they focussed on the science behind the issues and the basic relevant biblical principles behind the debate, and then let their reader come to his/her own conclusion. Rating: 5 / 5