The World and the Word: Making Sense of Social Science in an Age of Conflict, Opposition, and Grace

About the Book

Jesus’ very presence as the New Testament age unfolded (1st century A.D.), engendered opposition, created confl ict, while ushering in grace. His ideas were considered “radical.” Why is this so? The NIV Archeological Study Bible (2005), NIV Student Bible, et al. and corroborating Extra-Biblical evidence provide a context for the Word view about Jesus in Biblical history, and supports aspects of the social and physical sciences in terms of cultural, socio-economic, political, historical, archeological, and philosophical (apologetics) evidence. As the pages of this book unfold, there is an internal consistency with social science and The Bible. However, where such consistency appeared to diverge, this author attempts to “fi lter” out the “noise” by applying critical thinking criteria to a Worldview that may not be consistent with the Word view.” The goal of this book therefore is to provide some exposition (Greek apologia) of the Word and see how the World “fi ts.” Born again Christians can be credible scientists and not compromise God’s Word. After thoughtful reading please send refl ective comments to Dr. Herb Green, Jr. at docgreen48@outlook.com

About the Author

Dr. Green was born in New Orleans, LA, has been active in ministries at Brooks Methodist (LA), Spotswood Baptist (VA), and St. George’s Episcopal (VA). A born-again Christian, Green is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha National Fraternity and Epsilon Delta Sigma Management Honor Society. He has a Masters and Doctorate in public administration & policy, UNO and NSU. He taught and conducted social science research for nearly 25 years at several institutions including GWU and CMU. He enjoys reading/research, singing, bicycling, and tennis. His favorite sports team is the New England Patriots. A fool finds no pleasure in understanding but delights in airing his own opinions. -- Proverbs 18:2 Morality is necessary but not sufficient for religion, but society without morality has no religious sense at all. (Green, 2017)