Many well-known scientists are turning away from the synthetic theory of evolution in favour of a doctrine of theist evolution. The reason for this trend is obvious, because no natural process has ever been observed where information originated spontaneously in matter.
It was hoped to close this gap by reverting to the theistic evolution. According to this view God started the process of evolution and guided and steered it over millions of years. This idea has gained some popularity amongst Christians.
As an information scientist Werner Gitt critically analyses and rejects the assumptions and consequences of the doctrine of theistic evolution. His conclusions are fresh and startling.