For the longest time, two major camps have existed. One camp believes that scientific explanations, such as the Big Bang theory, give answers to the origin of the universe. Meanwhile, the other camp adheres to the teachings of Christ and the scriptures, with a strong focus on creationism. Ebifegha vehemently rebukes the theory of evolution, calling it a direct contradiction to God’s foundational law. Throughout, the author demonstrates the strength of his research and his attention to detail, making his work stand out from many of its peers. His book comes across as an unbiased review of evolutionism that shows why those promoting it are creating a pathway to increased atheism and straying away from the biblical creationism stories.

The primary purpose of Ebifegha’s work is to educate the masses and rid society of the ignorance that tends to easily manifest itself when evolution is tied directly to classroom curriculums. In such cases, religion is often considered a taboo topic of discussion within the same classroom construct. In particular, the various experts and references in the text highlight the dilemma in a crystal clear fashion. Evolutionists focus on the work of Charles Darwin, and Darwin's most famous book, On the Origin of Species, has become incorporated into scientific texts, especially high school freshman biology courses. Hence, while terms like natural selection have already become normalized in the modern day, it is even more incredulous that an increasing number of churches are beginning to pivot in the same direction.

At the core of the work, Ebifegha mostly pulls himself out of the conversation in order to introduce established documentation and works that paint a more concrete picture of reality. From his perspective, the author is emphatic that “God’s Creation Sabbath Day” is “the timeless seal of ownership” and that anyone simply needs to refer to this to have all the proof they need. Nevertheless, on the backs of relentless atheists, science is being manipulated to prove a theory that is doused with bias and partiality. The author suggests that in this situation, an unbiased scientist would take neither side. Taking the information presented within the parameters, yet without placing limitations, is pivotal.

What is most intriguing in this narrative is the tightrope toed by the author when it comes to science and religion. Rather than bashing one or the other, he wants the audience to understand that both have value and can answer pertinent questions. One of the most compelling portions of the work is the juxtaposition of Charles Darwin’s viewpoint with those of his British counterpart Albert Russel Wallace. More than anything else, polls cited in the text demonstrate a split between those who believe humans originated via evolution and those who believe humans were created. With time, the line between the two becomes fainter as religious communities insist on meddling in the controversy, even going so far as commemorating Evolution Sunday on February 12—the birthday of Charles Darwin—that results in a clear marginalization of Christ. Ultimately, the litany of prominent scholars referenced within the work, the timely tables digging deeper into the differences between evolutionism and creationism, and a succinct narrative style that is easy to follow combine to make Ebifegha’s work an insightful read.

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