Different religions from around the world offer a variety of views on creation and the origin of human life. One such view is theistic evolution, also known as progressive creationism, according to which the process of evolution is initiated by God. In particular, this view argues that evolutionary changes that humankind underwent throughout its history were not random but followed a set of rules, defined as natural laws, established by God. Another approach to theistic evolution believes that the process is not guided by God but was invited by Him and allowed to develop without divine intervention. Thus, progressive creationism connects religion as a system of faith and science as a system of knowledge.
Theistic evolution presents a compelling view of creation and human origin. Although it can be argued that science and religion are two incompatible branches of knowledge that should not be merged, progressive creationism unites them seamlessly without undermining the importance of both. If God is the one who initiated the creation and conceived life on earth in all its forms, then all laws of nature are divine designs. Therefore, the scientific pursuit of knowledge can be equated to the desire to know the glory of God. Thus, science does not undermine the religious belief in God, while faith does not ignore the scientific strides made by humanity. Another objection can be raised due to the apparent exclusion of Adam and Eve as historical figures in Christianity. From the point of view of progressive creationism, Adam and Eve can be considered the first humans in the species of homo sapiens. In addition, they can be regarded as symbolic mythical figures through the story of whom human origin is taught. Nonetheless, both options do not deny the importance of Adam and Eve in Christianity.
In summary, progressive creationism is the belief that God acts through the laws of nature, with the process of evolution being initiated and directed by the Divine. Theistic evolution reconciles the scientific quest for knowledge with belief in God, contending that one does not negate the other. On the contrary, uniting faith and science allows for a more comprehensive worldview. Furthermore, important religious events and figures are not necessarily disregarded by science.