Simon Turpin Articles

• Evolution: Scripture and Nature Say No!

  

  Feb. 1, 2017

  In his new book Evolution: Scripture and Nature Say Yes! Lamoureux offers a number of explanations to justify his belief in evolutionary creation.

• A Response to “The Age of the Earth: A Plea for Geo-Chronological Non-Dogmatism”

  

  Dec. 29, 2016

  Recently, in Foundation: An International Journal of Evangelical Theology, Pastor John James took exception to AiG’s approach toward Genesis 1.

• Creation Invasion in Europe

  

  Dec. 26, 2016

  Recently the magazine Scientific American published two articles accusing creationists of being anti-science and lamenting the supposed threat to science.

• Noah: An Example of Faith

  

  Nov. 8, 2016

  The increasing marginalization of Christianity is nothing new. But, Scripture offers us encouragement. In what way is Noah an example of faith for us?

• In-Depth Article

  Genesis 2—Defending the Supernatural Creation of Adam

  

  Sept. 21, 2016 from Answers in Depth

  Due to a mixture of biblical and secular reasons, an increasing number of evangelical scholars are beginning to deny the supernatural creation of Adam.

• Did the Fall Have Consequences on Creation? Romans 8:18–22

  

  Sept. 19, 2016

  A text that is very relevant to our understanding of Genesis 3, and the result of God’s cursing the entire creation, is Romans 8:18–22.

• Exposing the Underlying Worldview: Acts 17

  Aug. 30, 2016

  Before looking at Acts 17, it is important to understand the origin of religion; in order to know the meaning of anything, we have to understand its origin.

• Does God Change His Mind?

  

  Aug. 24, 2016

  In recent years, advocates of a theory called open theism have argued that God can and does change and that we can cause that change.

• In the Space of Six Days?

  Aug. 2, 2016

  The words in the space of six days came from John Calvin’s comments on Genesis. But was Calvin unclear about the length of the days of creation?

• Original Sin: How Original Is It? Romans 5:12

  July 25, 2016

  The question we have to ask is this: does Romans 5:12 teach that we are guilty sinners in Adam and that physical death came about through him?

• The Enduring Authority of Scripture, Really?

  July 21, 2016

  The chapter “Science and Scripture” in The Enduring Authority of Christian Scriptures, edited by D. A. Carson, undermines the very purpose of the book.

• Why Did Jesus Take on a Human Nature?

  June 14, 2016

  Aspects of Jesus’ humanity are often overlooked, but it is important to understand why Jesus took on flesh and dwelt among us (John 1:14).

• How the Apostle Peter Relates to the Age of the Earth Debate

  June 1, 2016

  The Apostle Peter understood Genesis to refer to a supernatural creation and global Flood which he used to counter the arguments of the scoffers in his time.

• In-Depth Article

  Is Genesis 1 Literal, Literalism, or Literalistic?

  May 2, 2016 from Answers in Depth

  When we read Genesis 1 in its context, it should be understood as a historical account which teaches that God created everything in six 24-hour days.

• How Colossians 1 Combated Erroneous Teaching in the Church

  Feb. 4, 2016

  In order to combat the erroneous teaching that was infiltrating the church in Colossae, Paul reminded them of the supremacy of Jesus Christ.

• The Consequences of Denying a Supernatural Creation of Adam

  Nov. 30, 2015

  The issue is not whether a person can be a Christian and believe in evolution but what one has to concede theologically in order to hold to their belief.

• What Motivates Christians like N.T. Wright to Accept Evolution?

  Nov. 9, 2015

  What Christians face today is a choice between earning the respect of the world by accepting evolution, or being faithful to Scripture.

• New Testament Scholar Says Creationists Are Honest But Not Truthful

  Oct. 27, 2015

  It does not seem Dr. Ben Witherington has ever seriously taken the time to interact with material that answers his objections concerning biblical creation.

• In-Depth Article

  Influential Pastors and Theologians on the Days of Creation and the Age of the Earth

  Aug. 28, 2013 from Answers in Depth

  Many pastors and teachers today unfortunately no longer exhort or instruct their congregations correctly.

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