As far as I am concerned evolution could be part of God’s plan. In fact, that might be the only plausible way forward. You might want to read Nature’s Destiny or Signature in the Cell.
I think the odds are stacked against abiogenesis and also stacked against evolution. Others have found the odds to be stacked against a universe that can contain sentient life - the anthropic principle.
I can accept an all powerful God that makes each species one at a time. I can also accept an all intelligent God who calibrates the Big Bang just so, including the laws of physics, so that everything plays out to include the formation of this solar system, this unlikely water planet, the origin of life, plants, animals and man.
I learned evolution in school and accepted it. Then I read some critics of evolution and, right or wrong, they presented reasonable arguments. I read Darwin and was not impressed. Modern day critics of evolution stick to the subject. It seems that many modern day supporters of evolution are content to diss anyone who disagrees, while advancing evolution as a theory of everything or as an attack on theism. They are losing the debate through non-participation.
From a naturalistic perspective, I think past dogma about evolution was unwarranted. We really don’t know much, despite the fact that some people are sure that they do.
I no longer reject young earth creationism, nor do I accept it. Those who argue from a biblical perspective should accept that those arguments have no weight with many people. That’s O.K. They can either carry their arguments further among like-minded people, or, try to reach a larger audience through scientific reasoning. Both strategies have been pursued.
I want to thank you for your long and thoughtful response. Most responses are a sentence or few words condemning my post or supporting it. I would welcome discussing this further with you either on the open forum or privately if you prefer.