Christians need to stop trying to look wise in the eyes of the world. Whether it's postmodernism, or evolutionism, or anything else derived from an unbelieving worldview, you need to STOP capitulating to it in order to look "scholarly". They declare themselves to be wise but they are fools, you should not desire anyone's respect but God's. The truth will always be foolishness in their eyes, do not worry about being mocked because you will be mocked and hated no matter what if you stand up for what is right and true. When they ridicule you and call you all kinds of names just say "I'm happy to be a fool for Christ"