A Little Book for New Scientists: Why and How to Study Science (Little Books)

Many young Christians interested in the sciences have felt torn between two options: remaining faithful to Christ or studying science. Heated debates over the past century have created the impression that we have to choose between one or the other. The result has been a crisis of faith for many students.

Josh Reeves and Steve Donaldson present a concise introduction to the study of science that explains why scientists in every age have found science congenial to their faith and how Christians in the sciences can bridge the gap between science and Christian belief and practice. If Christians are to have a beneficial dialogue with science, it will be guided by those who understand science from the inside. Consequently, this book provides both advice and encouragement for Christians entering or engaged in scientific careers because their presence in science is a vital component of the church's witness in the world.

• Contents
• Acknowledgments
• Introduction
• Part I: Why Study Science?
  • 1. God and the Book of Nature
  • 2. Christianity and the History of Science
  • 3. Science and Ethics
• Part II: The Characteristics of Faithful Scientists
  • 4. Hope in the Face of Adversity
  • 5. Life Together: Working with Others in a Scientific Community
  • 6. The Known Unknowns: Science and Intellectual Humility
• Part III: Science and Christian Faith
  • 7. Science and Scripture
  • 8. Are Scientists Mostly Atheists?
  • 9. Science for the Good of the Church
• For Further Reading
• Name and Subject Index
• Scripture Index