Evolution

[afghooey]

jdmarcus59, what about the idea of evolution gives you the impression that something is made out of nothing? Can you please explain what you mean, as I'm not sure I understand?

No one arranged you piece by piece, as a man constructs a bridge. You evolved from two tiny cells. But that doesn't mean that you came out of nothing.

[jdmarcus59]

jdmarcus59, what about the idea of evolution gives you the impression that something is made out of nothing? Can you please explain what you mean, as I'm not sure I understand?

No one arranged you piece by piece, as a man constructs a bridge. You evolved from two tiny cells. But that doesn't mean that you came out of nothing.

where did the two cells come from?

[afghooey]

Well, they didn't come out of nowhere, did they? They came from other cells.

Where it all began, whether the first cell (or cells) were created by some external force (IE: God) or occured naturally by a process that we don't completely grasp (but have some knowledge of), is completely irrelevent to the fact that evolution is happening. We know that our DNA, the information that determines who we are, is constantly changing, and evolution by definition means just that: genetic change from generation to generation.

[Delta9 UK]

Well, they didn't come out of nowhere, did they? They came from other cells.

Where it all began, whether the first cell (or cells) were created by some external force (IE: God) or occured naturally by a process that we don't completely grasp (but have some knowledge of), is completely irrelevent to the fact that evolution is happening. We know that our DNA, the information that determines who we are, is constantly changing, and evolution by definition means just that: genetic change from generation to generation.

Thanks afghooey - that was a lot more polite than the post I was writing :stoned:

That sums it up to be fair.

[jdmarcus59]

Well, they didn't come out of nowhere, did they? They came from other cells.

Where it all began, whether the first cell (or cells) were created by some external force (IE: God) or occured naturally by a process that we don't completely grasp (but have some knowledge of), is completely irrelevent to the fact that evolution is happening. We know that our DNA, the information that determines who we are, is constantly changing, and evolution by definition means just that: genetic change from generation to generation.

that would be my point, where did the cells come from, as you said mabey
from God are some where else. and if they did come from God then we have to put creation into the begining of life, as in God created.

[Stemis516]

how come no other animals or species have evolved into intelligent beings? did we just get lucky?


i humans havent touched every inch of this planent by any means....ud think that some other being would evolve and become intelligent and possibly challenge us

[afghooey]

that would be my point, where did the cells come from, as you said mabey
from God are some where else. and if they did come from God then we have to put creation into the begining of life, as in God created.

Right. I agree that evolution doesn't necessarily preclude creationism.
But at the same time, evolution (despite the fact that we know it exists) seems to contradict a literal interpretation of the book of Genesis.

But perhaps the book of Genesis is not meant to be taken literally at all. Actually, there seems to be considerable evidence that it isn't meant to be taken literally.

Consider this, if you're willing, with an open mind:
http://www.pranaspirituallifecentre.com.au/genesis.htm

[Stemis516]

actually any person who is educated about anything to do with the bible knows that genesis is not literal

[afghooey]

Then why is there such vehement denial of evolution among creationists, when indeed evolution is practically undeniable?

As I mentioned, evolution doesn't preclude creation, nor does it preclude intelligent design. The only thing it contradicts is a literal interpretation of Genesis.

[Stemis516]

ok well then are u familiar with theistic evolution? thats more in tune with my own personal belief.....i just dont accept evolution as 100% fact, thats all...i dont deny it