On Our Origins (Paperback or Softback)

Science and religion need not be enemies in exploration of the origin and meaning of life. Each has its proper place in considering what Charles Darwin called the "mystery of mysteries." When properly understood, scientific research and Christian theological reflection contribute to a deeper understanding of these mysteries.

On Our Origins explores both the scientific and scriptural narratives of creation and engages in a respectful conversation between the two. Instead of rejecting faith or science, it explores both in order to propose a reasonable and holistic Christian understanding of human existence.

Many aspects of this timely discussion will culminate in an examination of the claims of Christ. Does faith in Jesus of Nazareth as Savior undermine science? Or has Jesus connected humanity to the Creator in a way that brings the spiritual and physical into harmonious relationship?

This is an all-important mystery we seek to unravel because we will never know who we are until we come to terms with from whence we've come. "In the beginning, God ..."

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Daniel J. Lepley is a Lutheran pastor and fellow of the Wabash Pastoral Leadership Program. A student of theology and the sciences, he has spent much of his time teaching on the relationship between faith and science. He and his wife, Wendi, have four children and live in Indiana.