Discerning Truth: Exposing Errors In Evolutionary Arguments

by Jason Lisle

Overview

Every day Christians are faced with an increasing onslaught of criticism from evolutionists for their belief in God and His glorious creation. What do you say when your faith is challenged by those claiming to speak in the name of science or reason"

Discerning Truth provides a practical and engaging resource on the use of logic in this critical debate.

Filled with anecdotes from both creative examples and real-life illustrations that help clarify logical issues in apologetics.

Become skilled at distinguishing sound arguments from emotionally-charged rhetoric.

Helps any believer refute evolutionary perspectives.

Lisle believes that creationists need to be able to recognize and refute evolutionist arguments, and to do so in a way that both honors God and lines up with the truth of His Word (Eph.5:l). The role of logic, the study of correct reasoning, is becoming a vanishing skill in our society. Yet it is a vital tool in assisting Christians in assessing the weaknesses in evolutionary thought. Here is the clear and concise guide for every believer in defending your faith in the face of adversity.

Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780890515945
Publisher:	New Leaf Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/01/2010
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	6.34(w) x 8.96(h) x 0.39(d)

Table of Contents

Preface 7

Introduction 11

1 Reification 15

2 Equivocation 19

3 Begging the Question 23

4 Question-Begging Epithet 33

5 Complex Question 39

6 Bifurcation 43

7 Ad Hominem 47

8 Faulty Appeal to Authority 53

9 The Strawman Fallacy 59

10 Formal Fallacies 65

11 Other Fallacies 75

12 Assorted Examples 87

13 Assorted Examples - Answers 93

14 Real-world Examples 101

15 Real-world Examples Answers 115

Appendix: Alternate Names of Fallacies Including Latin Names (in Italics) 131

Glossary 133

About the Author 137