Concise Title: Four Views on Creation, Evolution, and Intelligent Design (Counterpoints: Bible and Theology)

Zondervan Academic, a division of Zondervan Publishing House, has been privileged to partner with the scholarly community since 1931 to develop Christ-honoring resources in service of the academy and the church worldwide. Together, they produce works in various areas of biblical-theological studies that exhibit faithfulness to historic Christian faith, cultural relevance, excellence, and innovation.

Leading biblical scholars discuss urgent topics of theology, the Bible, and the church in the Counterpoints series. This series presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views regarding topics important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different positions of a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion.

The Counterpoints series includes the following titles: "Two Views on the Doctrine of the Trinity," "Genesis: History, Fiction, or Neither?," "Five Views on the Church and Politics," "Four Views on Hell: Second Edition," and "Four Views on Christianity and Philosophy." These books feature contributions from renowned scholars such as Wayne Grudem, Mark L. Strauss, Preston Sprinkle, and William Lane Craig.

Wayne Grudem (PhD, University of Cambridge; DD, Westminster Theological Seminary) is a distinguished Research Professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary and the author of the bestselling "Systematic Theology." Mark L. Strauss (Ph.D., Aberdeen) is University Professor of New Testament at Bethel Seminary San Diego, where he has served since 1993. He is the author of various books and articles, including commentaries on Mark's Gospel. Preston Sprinkle has a Ph.D. from Aberdeen University (Scotland) and is a New York Times bestselling author. His books include "Erasing Hell" and "Living in a Gray World." William Lane Craig is Research Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and Professor of Philosophy at Houston Baptist University.

The Bible has long served as the standard for Christian practice, yet believers still disagree on how some biblical passages should be interpreted and applied. The Counterpoints series aims to present these different perspectives in a fair and respectful manner, allowing readers to evaluate the arguments and form their own informed opinions.

Whether you're a Christian scholar, pastor, or student, the Counterpoints series from Zondervan Academic offers a valuable resource for exploring the nuances of important theological and biblical topics. With contributions from leading experts and a commitment to upholding the authority of Scripture, these books provide a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the critical issues facing the church today.

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