Science and Creation
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| How did the universe start and the earth come to be, along with
the life forms that now inhabit it — including man? Various
branches of science have put forth compelling ideas, many of which
seem to conflict with the biblical narrative of creation in Genesis
chapters 1–3. Darwinian evolution is taught as accepted fact in
most academic institutions, yet in scientific research circles a
diversity of opinion exists — a diversity independent of biblical
influence. Theologians have weighed in over the years as well, many
of whom are excellent scientists, and here too a diversity of
opinion has been expressed. The issue has far-reaching implications
for many people who wrestle to be true to God and true to the ‘scientific
record'. Are Science and Christianity compatible on this issue? Bob
Connors and Bob Weigel will present a thoughtful view that may
challenge your mind and heart in ways you've never before
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| John addresses why God sent Jesus to us, and why sin is such a
powerful force, but also how it can be overcome. The nature of
faith, the character of love and the essence of evil, are all topics
in this potent book of the Bible. The basis for close human
relationships, definitions of what true spirituality is, and other
important issues are samples of what will be covered in this class. |
About the Teachers
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Bob Connors Bob has a B.A.
in physics and math and an M.B.A. He has spent the last seven years
studying the Bible in Bible Study Fellowship, six as a discussion
leader. For many years his scientific background caused him to put
God in a box. He felt science had adequately explained everything
and as a result left little work for God to do. "It wasn't
until I took seriously the study of God's word that I allowed God
out of the box," he says. "The last few years I've been
studying Genesis and have discovered much support in modern science.
I'm excited about sharing this and discussing its
implications." Over the past ten years Bob has been teaching
children's Sunday school and leading high school guys' small groups.
In his professional life he works as a CFO for a fiber optic
lighting company. |
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Bob Weigel Bob has been a
member of Saratoga Federated Church for ten years. He is on the
Board of Deacons and is a member of the Trustees. He has been in a
Bible study small group for the last ten years and is a Core Leader
at Community Bible Study. Bob completed the Bible Study Fellowship
program a few years ago. One of Bob's "passions" (besides
Bible study) is creation science and he has thoroughly researched
this issue for many years. He really enjoys the Physics,
Biochemistry, Biology, Philosophy and other scientific pursuits in
the creation science literature. Bob passionately believes that God
is true to His Word when He says in the Bible that He created the
Heavens and the earth and all life within it. Bob is a graduate from
the University of Wisconsin where he majored in Finance. |
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