About

An honest look at a big question.

Evolution Issues is an interactive examination of the Modern Synthesis, the theory taught in schools and universities as the explanation for the diversity of life. We go through it pillar by pillar, grade the evidence for each claim against the scientific method, and show our reasoning so you can check it.

Where we stand

We write from a Christian perspective that takes Genesis as real history. We hold that life and humanity are recent, on the order of thousands of years rather than millions. On the age of the universe we take no position. We say this at the start because you are owed it. A source that hides its starting point is asking for trust it hasn't earned.

We also believe a conviction should be able to face the best opposing case. That is why the site is built the way it is.

How we try to be fair

  • The strongest version first. Each claim card opens with the mainstream claim as a textbook states it, before any critique.
  • One rubric for everyone. Every claim is scored on the same six steps, and the scores are shown so you can disagree rung by rung.
  • Credit where it is due. Where evidence is strong, such as natural selection acting within a population, we say so. The questions concern the step from what is observed to what is inferred.
  • Both sides get the same tests. The reasoning check looks for flawed inference in the mainstream claim and in the alternative reading on every card.
  • Gracious, always. We don't guess at anyone's motives and we don't mock. Scientists who hold the mainstream view are doing their work in good faith.

What this is not

It is not a replacement for a biology course, and it is not a finished work. Every claim card is currently a draft, awaiting review by specialists. Cards say so until they have been reviewed, and we will publish corrections openly. If you find an error, tell us.

Theology is kept in its own lens, separate from the scientific evaluation, so that you can see which questions the evidence settles and which turn on commitments brought to the evidence.

Who is behind it

Evolution Issues is a project of Vital-Fill (vital-fill.com), which owns and operates the site and is responsible for it. To reach us, use the contact form.