Debunking False Claims About Hugh Ross: Unveiling the Truth for Christian Believers

False Claims by Hugh Ross

Introduction

In 2004, Jonathan Sarfati published a book called "Refuting Compromise," which defends biblical authority and young-earth creationism against the challenges of old-earth creationism. One of the main targets of Sarfati's book is Hugh Ross, a leading proponent of old-earth creationism. Sarfati accuses Ross of making false claims and distorting the views of early church fathers and other biblical scholars.

Claim 1: Ross removed a page from his website

Sarfati claims that Ross quietly removed a page from his website that cited early church fathers who believed in 24-hour days and a young earth. Sarfati argues that this removal suggests that Ross was trying to hide evidence that contradicted his own views.

Claim 2: Ross ignored "Refuting Compromise"

Sarfati asserts that Ross has ignored his book "Refuting Compromise" and has refused to provide a point-by-point response to Sarfati's arguments. Sarfati points out that he has written two detailed responses to Ross's book "A Matter of Days," which debunked many of Ross's claims.

Claim 3: Ross declined to debate Sarfati

Sarfati states that Ross declined an opportunity to debate him in 2007 at the American Vision conference. According to Sarfati, Ross wanted an apology for "Refuting Compromise" before agreeing to the debate. Instead, Dr. Danny Faulkner debated Sarfati on behalf of Ross, but Ross avoided discussing astronomy, presumably because he knew his arguments had already been discredited in "Refuting Compromise."

Refutation of Claims

Sarfati refutes Ross's claims by pointing out that he has responded to "A Matter of Days" with two detailed articles, debunking Ross's arguments. Sarfati also highlights positive reviews of "Refuting Compromise" that commend his respectful and gracious critique of Ross's works. Sarfati argues that Ross's martyr complex and accusations of personal attacks are unfounded.

Conclusion

Sarfati concludes that Ross has no answer to the arguments presented in "Refuting Compromise" and continues to repeat discredited arguments in his later books. He suggests that Ross's portrayal of himself as a victim is an attempt to deflect attention from the scientific and theological criticisms of his views. Sarfati maintains that he has engaged with Ross's arguments and offers evidence to support his claims.