Mapping the Origins Debate

G. Kyle Essary, Apologetics 315

G. Kyle Essary, Review on Apologetics 315

"The book masterfully serves as an introduction to both scientific explanation and worldview analysis to show how we make inferences from the same evidence based on our underlying non-scientific perspectives."

"In the future, whenever I teach on science/faith issues, this will be required reading."

Lori Wilson, The Colossian Forum

Lori Wilson, Project Coordinator for The Colossian Forum on Faith, Science and Culture

"This book is a significant resource for those who share TCF's desire to engage in charitable dialogue about contentious issues. The framework – understanding the perspectives that frame our scientific conclusions – helps set the stage for gracious discussions. The information it lays out is a helpful introduction to the relevant scientific considerations. Most especially, the author's respectful tone effectively models the presentation of opposing perspectives with charity and respect."

Cathy Duffy

Cathy Duffy, homeschool curriculum specialist

Duffy, whose main work is reviewing homeschool curricula, also has a section of book reviews on other subjects, including origins. She says:

"I have been reading seriously about origins for a few years, but I have found it difficult to pin down details of the various models. Mapping the Origins Debate brings it all together in one place."

Aaron Armstrong

Aaron Armstrong, author and blogger:

"Indeed, it's clear that he's read carefully the scholarly work of each model and so an attitude of congeniality comes through. He's generally careful to avoid easy criticisms of any model, which is a breath of fresh air—after all, deconstructing each model isn't his purpose, explaining them is..."

Tim Challies

Tim Challies, book reviewer and author

"Any reader will not only become better informed about the current debates on origins but will become better thinkers about the issues at stake."