Term
progressive creationism
An 'old earth' theory holding that God created new types of life through a series of creative acts over millions of years.
Filed underTheology ProperSystematic Theology
Definition
An 'old earth' theory which holds that God created new types of plant and animal life in a series of creative acts over millions of years.
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Sources
- 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 15C.2Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 15C.2.
Last revised August 14, 2026