There are heated discussions happening on the conflict between science and faith. This disagreement tends to focus around three main issues, one of them being what causes our sinful behavior. The intense conflict has to do with biblically definedsinful behaviors and if there just might be a biological predisposition for these behaviors. The Biology of Sin speaks to this debate and hopefully brings some resolution to the conflict.As both a Christian and a neuroscientist, Dr. Stanfordhas seen scientific knowledge distorted to justify sinful behavior and perhaps more disturbingly, he has seen Christians misuse Scripture to demonize and alienate the very ones they should be reaching out to. He suggests that the underlying cause ofthis problem in the church is a lack of knowledge, both of basic brain function and scriptural teaching. The Biology of Sin discusses sinful behaviors, including adultery, rage, addiction, and homosexuality, asking of each: What does science say, and what does the Bible say about this behavior? He then attempts to reconcile the fact that biological predispositions do play a role in behavior which the Bible defines as sinful while always emphasizing the authority of God's Holy Word andthe abundant grace he has for those struggling with habitual sin.
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The Biology of Sin
Grace, Hope, and Healing for Those Who Feel Trapped
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ReligionTable of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Chapter 1: Crouching at the Door
- Chapter 2: Alive for the First Time
- Chapter 3: Rage
- Chapter 4: Lust and Adultery
- Chapter 5: Lying and Stealing
- Chapter 6: Addiction
- Chapter 7: Homosexuality
- Chapter 8: Broken Lives
- Chapter 9: Biology Is Not Destiny
- Appendix: Counseling and Ministry Resources
- Notes
- About the Author
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