AP 671 Course at a Glance (2025)
Science & Faith
Lectures By: Dr. Vern Poythress
3 Credits
Course Description
Science & Faith examines a framework for understanding and evaluating science within a biblically-based worldview, utilizing resources from systematic theology, presuppositional apologetics, and biblical theology. The course gives special attention to interpretations of Genesis 1-3, evolution, and how the doctrines of the Trinity, Revelation, and the creation of Man inform our understanding of science.
Books to Purchase
The books listed below are required readings which students should acquire by the start of the term. Additional required readings will be listed in the course syllabus and available electronically in Canvas.
By Vern S. Poythress
Crossway, 2006
ISBN: 9781581347319
*Digital copy available through the library or Canvas
By Vern S. Poythress
Crossway, 2019
ISBN: 9781433558733
*Digital copy available through the library or Canvas
By Nancy R. Pearcey and Charles B. Thaxton
Crossway, 1994
ISBN: 9780891077664
Estimated Workload
The estimated workload is still being calculated for this course. This will be made available shortly.
| Lectures | Readings | Assignments |
| 1.5 | 75 | 2 |
| Hours Per Week | Pages Per Week | Hours Per Week |
Course Assignments
The assignments listed below are provided for general guidance for students to reference as they plan and register. Please reach out to support@wts.edu if you have any questions.
- Small Group Discussions [4 - 1 hr meetings]
- Response Papers [2 - 2-3 page papers]
- Final Project [~8-10 pages, can be various formats]