Definitions Flashcards
Define Evolution
The theory produced by Charles Darwin of the process by which different kinds of living organisms are believed to have developed from earlier forms during the history of the earth.
Define transcendent
The idea that god is completely distinct and far off from the universe. He is not controlled by the limits of the universe, e.g time. He is not like anything else that exists
Define personal
The idea that God has personal or human qualities, for example God is like a father, God is like a friend. This implies that God is knowable.
Define omniscient
The idea that God is all-knowing. God knows everything and is the source of all knowledge
Define the Big Bang Theory
A theory in astronomy that the universe originated billions of years ago in an explosion from a high density state of energy
Define omnipotent
The idea that God is completely powerful and is the source of all power
Define miracle
A miracle is a supernatural event or cure that cannot be scientifically explained and is therefore attributed to the Power of God
Define omnipresent
The idea that God is present everywhere, all the time. God created time and so is not controlled by it
Define omnibenevolent
The idea that God is completely good and is the source of all goodness