The fossil record does not provide direct evidence of one species transforming into a completely different species in a single, observable step. However, it does offer a substantial body of evidence for the gradual process of speciation over long periods of time through what is called "transitional fossils." These fossils display traits that are intermediate between ancestral and descendant species, which evolutionary biologists interpret as evidence of gradual change over time. Examples include:
Tiktaalik – This fossil represents a transitional form between fish and early land-dwelling tetrapods, showing features of both aquatic and terrestrial organisms.
Archaeopteryx – This species shows both reptilian and avian characteristics, being considered a transitional fossil between non-avian dinosaurs and birds.
Australopithecus – A hominin species that is considered a transitional form in the evolution of modern humans, showing a blend of ape-like and human-like traits.
However, from a Judeo-Christian worldview, the interpretation of these fossils is seen differently. According to the Biblical account of creation in Genesis, God created distinct "kinds" of creatures. This view holds that while variations within a kind (what might be considered microevolution) are observable and scientifically valid, the idea that one kind can evolve into a completely different kind (macroevolution) lacks direct observational evidence. In this view, transitional fossils are often interpreted not as proof of one species turning into another but as variation within created kinds or as distinct species altogether.
The fossil record, while informative, remains incomplete, and interpretations are influenced by both worldview and scientific framework.
again, your argument is based on the idea that God does not use natural processes. Was it God, or evolution? Was it God, or was it the immigration chart that made Trump turn his head?
False dichotomy. God uses natural processes. Not a strawman.
and I'm not saying that God is restricted to using natural processes. But you're saying evolution doesn't exist because God did it. But that's not how God works. Natural processes exist, and God utilizes them for His will.
Microevolution absolutely uses natural process. That is biblically supported.
Macroevolution however conflicts with scripture and claims a massive evolution from entirely different types of species into others over time spans that exceeds the biblical account of creation.
This doesn't change no matter how many times you use the word dichotomy to try to sound intelligent.
Ultimately you're actually just sounding intellectually dishonest or perhaps ignorant.
Either way I don't have any more time for you. Have a good day
The fossil record does not provide direct evidence of one species transforming into a completely different species in a single, observable step. However, it does offer a substantial body of evidence for the gradual process of speciation over long periods of time through what is called "transitional fossils." These fossils display traits that are intermediate between ancestral and descendant species, which evolutionary biologists interpret as evidence of gradual change over time. Examples include:
Tiktaalik – This fossil represents a transitional form between fish and early land-dwelling tetrapods, showing features of both aquatic and terrestrial organisms.
Archaeopteryx – This species shows both reptilian and avian characteristics, being considered a transitional fossil between non-avian dinosaurs and birds.
Australopithecus – A hominin species that is considered a transitional form in the evolution of modern humans, showing a blend of ape-like and human-like traits.
However, from a Judeo-Christian worldview, the interpretation of these fossils is seen differently. According to the Biblical account of creation in Genesis, God created distinct "kinds" of creatures. This view holds that while variations within a kind (what might be considered microevolution) are observable and scientifically valid, the idea that one kind can evolve into a completely different kind (macroevolution) lacks direct observational evidence. In this view, transitional fossils are often interpreted not as proof of one species turning into another but as variation within created kinds or as distinct species altogether.
The fossil record, while informative, remains incomplete, and interpretations are influenced by both worldview and scientific framework.
I'm not going to address your straw man.
again, your argument is based on the idea that God does not use natural processes. Was it God, or evolution? Was it God, or was it the immigration chart that made Trump turn his head?
False dichotomy. God uses natural processes. Not a strawman.
and I'm not saying that God is restricted to using natural processes. But you're saying evolution doesn't exist because God did it. But that's not how God works. Natural processes exist, and God utilizes them for His will.
No, you're misrepresenting me.
Microevolution absolutely uses natural process. That is biblically supported.
Macroevolution however conflicts with scripture and claims a massive evolution from entirely different types of species into others over time spans that exceeds the biblical account of creation.
This doesn't change no matter how many times you use the word dichotomy to try to sound intelligent.
Ultimately you're actually just sounding intellectually dishonest or perhaps ignorant.
Either way I don't have any more time for you. Have a good day
exceeds the Biblical account of creation?
It's not meant to contain everything. Jesus literally says, 'I have much more to say to you'.
and if God can use evolution to create species, then how is it in conflict?
not doing a very good job of supporting your case here... and suggesting i use smaller words really doesn't help.
I said good day sir!