[Aquinasfan]

If there's a gap in our ability to predict these phenomena

8-) Not exactly comparable.

If evolution was gradual, the fossil record should as a rule be marked by transitional fossils. There seem to be none. Creatures appear in and disappear from the fossil record fully formed.

If evolution occurred in great leaps, there must exist a plausible mechanism for these drastic changes. No plausible mechanism has been identified.

These aren't gaps in knowledge. They're chasms. Believe the theories if you want. But don't confuse the theories with observed natural phenomena, like tornadoes.

[js1138]

If evolution was gradual, the fossil record should as a rule be marked by transitional fossils.

That's just an incorrect statement.

The problem is that when a gap is filled, the creationist sees a new gap on either side.

[shuckmaster]

the fossil record should as a rule be marked by transitional fossils. There seem to be none.

All fossils are transitional.