In the Beginning: Foundations of Creation Theology
As a Calvinistic geologist, Ive wanted all my professional life to know what Bavinck had to say about the biblical doctrine of creation and its implications for the historical natural sciences, like geology, astronomy, and paleontology. What a treat at last to read his perceptive and carefully nuanced treatment of the doctrine of creation... Bavinck displays remarkable familiarity with the scientific currents of his time, and even though his understanding of turn-of-the-century geology is partially flawed, his analysis of the issues of the antiquity of the Earth, evolution, the deluge, death before the Fall, and the nature of humans is, nevertheless, full of important insights. Because geology, biology, astronomy, and biblical studies have considerably advanced since Bavincks day, readers may not agree in every instance with his positions, but they will always be enriched and challenged by his carefully balanced discussions of the issues.  --Davis A. Young, professor of geology, Calvin CollegeThis is a theological feast!  Bavinck was a first-rate theologian who speaks here to issues that are as timely today as they were a century ago.  Theological reflection on the nature and scope of Gods creating work does not get any better than this.  --Richard J. Mouw