Many of you have asked for further sources and information as we're working through creation in Genesis. I hope you will find these resources helpful as you continue study God's word as it relates to His creation.
Books: (Click on the links to find them on Amazon.com)
Case for Creation - Wayne Frair and Percival Davis
The Genesis Flood - John Whitcomb and Henry Morris
Websites:
One of Satan's greatest weapons which he uses to steal the hearts and minds of mankind is known as the Theory of Evolution. Recent polls reveal that less than 40 percent of Americans believe in evolution. Nevertheless, it is the only theory of origin taught in our public schools from kindergarten through grad school. This theory
• Causes people to doubt the existence of God
• Destroys morality due to reliance on "situational ethics"
• Destines people to consider themselves their own gods (humanism)
Our culture can be summed up in one statement: "Almost any behavior begins to look normal if you are exposed to enough of it," a quote by gay activists Marshall Kirk & Hunter Madsen. This "overexposure" has been the approach of evolutionists. Mathematically, we know that evolution is impossible, yet, in the words of Adolph Hitler, "If you say something loud enough and often enough the people will believe it."
The church of Jesus needs to speak up and stand firm upon God's Word. 1 Peter 3:15 tells us, "But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect."
To help you grow in your faith, I want to recommend two ministries with amazing resources on their websites. You will find material from many brilliant Christ-following scientists. They boldly deal with creation, geology, astronomy, dinosaurs, the age of the Earth and much more.
• Answers In Genesis
• Institute for Creation Research
We are reminded by a great British pastor, George R. Beasley-Murray, to remain faithfully on course. "The Lord who has vacated His tomb has not vacated His throne."
A hike is big adventure for girls who are age 3 and 9. The two set off with their Dad, not knowing what to expect.
Stopping at a couple of spots, we walked a little and saw the river — yet it was not what we were looking for in this particular adventure. We kept going and found another spot off Highbridge Road as we walked (I carried my youngest daughter) and we laughed and prayed. It was one of those special experiences in life that has to be created — but it is not hard to create them.
In the middle of our walk on the sand, half a mile from civilization was an old, rusting engine. I cannot imagine how it got there, yet I am certain someone put it there.
As I wondered about that engine, I was reminded about creation. As Christ followers, we celebrate the creation that we are certain was put here by the Almighty.
In the end, it seemed to my daughters that the best part was just being on an adventure with Dad. From my perspective, it was a memory and a teaching moment. It reminded me how much I enjoy being with my children — made even more special by their adoption into our family and for all of us to be with our eternal Father.
On our recent trip to the Holy Land, my little mind got filled up with so much truth that I thought I would explode. In a good way. Then my concern became how can I share what I've learned without drowning everyone in a flood of facts. I've decided that I would just let a little leak out every so often. Here we go:
And God said, "Let there be light," and there was light.The La Brea Tar Pits are a fascinating paleological site located right in the middle of downtown Los Angeles. One might wonder why all those wild animals would be in a place like that, but we'll save that thought for future ramblings.
As they continue to uncover skeletons of some of God's often forgotten master strokes of creation, like the mammoth or the saber-toothed tiger, I have to stop and wonder what they will be digging up thousands of years from now from our generation. What will we be leaving behind? Just thinking through the tar.
