Denis Alexander - Creation or Evolution: Do We Have to Choose?

This is a very timely book, thoughtful, thorough and full of integrity. It speaks the languages of both science and faith in a remarkably clear and accessible way, and I hope it will be widely read.

Rt Revd John Pritchard, Bishop of Oxford, UK

Denis Alexander brings scientific acuity, lively faith, and not a little humour to this judicious and thorough explication of a fully Christian, fully reasoned understanding of creation and evolution. This book will go a long way toward encouraging both believers and sceptics that the much-vaunted conflict between science and religion is a mirage. One can only hope that it will inspire more Christians to pursue scientific careers, and inspire many scientists to take a closer look at the claims of Christian faith.

Andy Crouch, Editorial Director, The Christian Vision Project, Christianity Today International, USA

This is the book that I have been awaiting for a very long time. I suspect that it will rapidly become, and will long remain, the standard work on its subject Despite the profundity of the subject matter, the author writes with a light touch, it abounds in meaningful analogies and, despite its length, is difficult to put down.

Harold Rowdon, formerly lecturer at London Bible College (now London School of Theology) and general editor of Partnership Publications

Denis Alexander is both an eminent scientist who finds the evidence for evolution overwhelming, and a Christian who believes that the Bible is Gods authoritative word for all people. In this excellent book he takes us on a masterful and enlightening journey through both the relevant biblical text and the science underlying evolution. He explains with clarity and conviction how the book of Gods works and the book of Gods words can be held in harmony. In doing so he shows great respect for those who would disagree with him, and asks for the same in return, eager that disagreements in this area should not hinder the saving work of the gospel. This book fills a notable gap and will go to the top of my recommended reading list for those wanting an informed and balanced approach to this topic.

Andrew P. Halestrap, Professor of Biochemistry, University of Bristol, UK

A timely, challenging and necessary book this is important reading for any thinking Christian seeking to engage with one of the great cultural issues of our time.

Revd Simon Downham, Vicar/Senior Pastor, St Pauls Hammersmith, London

Regardless of what position one might hold, Alexanders book will light the way to a more informed understanding of the terrain in one of todays most volatile issues. Just as importantly, he models the graciousness that ought to characterize our conversations. His expertise in the pertinent sciences is undergirded with a nuanced understanding of the biblical and theological issues and a commitment to their importance. Those who sometimes struggle with the technical jargon that often characterizes this conversation will find a breath of fresh air in his ability to communicate clearly. Books like this are helping the church to move beyond the warfare mentality and to consider anew ways that we can think as Christians in a complicated world, and Alexanders work has earned a spot at the top of the list.

John Walton, Professor of Old Testament, Wheaton College, USA, author of The Lost World of Genesis One

At last a clear and carefully thought-out discussion of how biological evolution fits into a biblical understanding of God and creation, written by someone who is up to date with the biology and well versed in the relevant biblical material. It will be a great help to those who want to clarify their thinking in this area.

Revd Dr Ernest C. Lucas, former Vice-Principal and Tutor in Biblical Studies, Bristol Baptist College, UK

A fresh and massive contribution to an important debate. The author writes with huge knowledge, great flair and considerable insight. Not everyone will agree with everything here, but no Christian interested in the questions of origins can ignore this book.

Julian Hardyman, Senior Pastor, Eden Baptist Church, Cambridge, UK

Denis Alexander has performed the Christian community a valuable service in writing this remarkable book. As someone who is wholly immersed in the world of the Bible and the world of science, Dr Alexander has managed to bring the two worlds together not in collision but in cohesion. This is the most convincing case I have read for Creation Evolution as a wealth of scientific and biblical material is drawn on to explain how the Bibles account of the origin of life in general and of humankind in particular can be understood in an intelligent way which does justice to both the biblical text and scientific research.

Revd Melvin Tinker, Vicar of St John Newland, Hull, UK

A very well-informed and carefully argued contribution to an important and sensitive debate.

John Risbridger, Senior Pastor, Above Bar Church, Southampton, UK

an immensely valuable addition to a literature where works of this quality are not exactly plentiful. Alexander asks first: What do we mean by evolution? And he gives as good an answer in one hundred clearly written pages as one is likely to find anywhere A thoughtful and thought-provoking work.

Professor Ernan McMullin, The Tablet

This book can be recommended as a clear exposition of evolution and an honest assessment of the issues raised for Christian belief.

Bishop Paul Richardson, Church of England Newspaper

Denis Alexanders book Creation or Evolution: Do we have to choose? will possibly be the benchmark for all future texts in this field and should be a first reference point for all Christians interested in the topic.

Dr David Marlow, Christian Perspectives on Science and Technology [ISCAST]

This book fills a much-needed gap and will go to the top of my recommended reading list for those wanting an informed and balanced approach to this topic.

Professor Andrew Halestrap, Christian Today

the author is gracious to those with other perspectives on the issue, while gently yet passionately presenting his own views.

Prof. Andrew Bowie, Science and Christian Belief