2022 SES National Conference on Christian Apologetics

In much of the world, the prevailing view of human origins is steeped in the evolutionary paradigm. According to this view, human beings differ only in degree from other creatures, not kind—a belief that holds the potential to undermine a biblical view of humanity and with it the notion that human beings possess inherent dignity and worth. Yet, an increasing number of scientific studies from primatology, physical anthropology, and archeology are challenging the standard evolutionary view. In other words, there is emerging scientific evidence for human uniqueness and exceptionalism. This presentation suggests a way to integrate these emerging scientific insights and the biblical accounts of human origins and, in doing so, demonstrate the scientific credibility of a biblical understanding of human nature and identity.