LCMS Lutherans and Evolution

Let me know what you find. Since I posted last, I discovered something fascinating. If you look at the overtures, the most hopeful and measured one was presented by the Concordia Faculty.

Here’s the kicker…

In addition to the terrific series on Seminex, Dr. Herrmann also worked on a series of videos on The History of Science which I’m presently working my way through. Bear in mind this is on the CSL website. His guests? @TedDavis , Joshua @Swamidass and others. I’m happily floored!

Theological History of Science Videos - Concordia Seminary St. Louis

What I can’t wrap my head around is this issue over the Brief Statement of 1932 and A Statement from 1973. Both take a hard stance on 6 day creation. Yet, this video series clearly says they’re thinking this through which I take as a VERY positive and hopeful sign.

To your point about the “trump card”, I think some would like us all to think its settled. But it’s in violation of Article 2 of our Constitution which holds the Scripture as the ONLY rule and norm and the Confessions as the true exposition of the Scriptures. There is NO THIRD RAIL.

In my opinion we should be adopting a Two Kingdoms approach to Theology and Science just as we articulate in Article 7 on Church and State.

Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

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