Let the Water Swarm With Swarms of Swarming Things

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"I am open-minded about theistic evolution. It doesn't mean I embrace it, certainly don't embrace many of the aspects that are being encouraged by people who call themselves theistic evolutionists," he says. "In Genesis 1, you have two forms of speech that God utters - one is a fiat word and another is providential." The Westminster Confession says in the space of six days, he created the world against Augustine's view.

What happens when our understanding of the Bible’s creation narrative contradicts current scientific theory? In this episode of White Horse Inn, Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, and Bob Hiller continue their discussion of faith and science by considering God’s two ways of speaking in creation: divine fiat and providence. As they consider the compatibility of various scientific views with the biblical account, they also outline what is essential for Christians to affirm when it comes to creation.