101 Scientific Facts & Foreknowledge |
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Psalm 19:1-3 – The heavens declare the glory of God; and the
firmament shows His handiwork. Day unto day utters speech, and
night unto night reveals knowledge. There is no speech nor
language where their voice is not heard.
Jeremiah 10:12 – He has made the earth by His power, He has
established the world by His wisdom, and has stretched out the
heavens at His discretion.
Romans 1:20 – For since the creation of the world His invisible
attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that
are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are
without excuse.
Science means knowledge, and true science always agrees with the
observable evidence. Scientific research continues to unfold the
wonders and mysteries of our universe. Interestingly, there is
one book that has anticipated many of these scientific facts.
That book is the Bible.
This booklet presents 101 scientific facts found in the
Scriptures. Many of these facts were penned centuries before
they were discovered. Scientific foreknowledge found only in the
Bible offers one more piece to the collective proof that the
Bible is truly the inspired Word of the Creator. How does this
affect you? The last several pages provide the answer – you need
to read them carefully. |
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1.
The earth free-floats in space (Job 26:7), affected only by
gravity. While other sources declared the earth sat on the back of an
elephant or turtle, or was held up by Atlas, the Bible alone
states
what we now know to be true – “He hangs the earth on
nothing.”
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Modern Science In An Ancient (ICR) |
2.
Creation is made of particles, indiscernible to our eyes (Hebrews
11:3). Not until the 19th century was it discovered that all visible
matter consists of invisible elements. |
3.
The Bible specifies the perfect dimensions for a stable water vessel
(Genesis 6:15). Ship builders today are well aware that the ideal
dimension for ship stability is a length six times that of the
width. Keep in mind, God told Noah the ideal dimensions for the ark
4,500 years ago.
Visit:
Safety investigation of Noah’s Ark in a seaway (Answers In
Genesis)
Noah’s Flood and the Gilgamesh Epic (Answers In Genesis) |
4.
When dealing with disease, clothes and body should be washed under
running water (Leviticus 15:13). For centuries people naively washed
in standing water. Today we recognize the need to wash away germs
with fresh water. |
5.
Sanitation industry birthed (Deuteronomy 23:12-13). Some 3,500 years
ago God commanded His people to have a place outside the camp where
they could relieve themselves. They were to each carry a shovel so
that they could dig a hole (latrine) and cover their waste. Up until
World War I, more soldiers died from disease than war because they
did not isolate human waste.
Visit:
The First Book Of Public Hygiene (Answers In Genesis)
Modern medicine? (Answers In Genesis) |
6.
Oceans contain springs (Job 38:16). The ocean is very deep. Almost
all the ocean floor is in total darkness and the pressure there is
enormous. It would have been impossible for Job to have explored the
"springs of the sea." Until recently, it was thought that oceans
were fed only by rivers and rain. Yet in the 1970s, with the help of
deep diving research submarines that were constructed to withstand
6,000 pounds-per-square-inch pressure, oceanographers discovered
springs on the ocean floors!
Visit:
Springs of the Ocean (ICR) |
7.
There are mountains on the bottom of the ocean floor (Jonah 2:5-6).
Only in the last century have we discovered that there are towering
mountains and deep trenches in the depths of the sea.
Visit:
Numerical Simulations Of Precipitation
Induced By Hot Mid-Ocean Ridges
(ICR) |
8.
Joy and gladness understood (Acts 14:17). Evolution cannot explain
emotions. Matter and energy do not feel. Scripture explains that God
places gladness in our hearts (Psalm 4:7), and ultimate joy is found
only in our Creator’s presence – “in Your presence is fullness of
joy” (Psalm 16:11). |
9.
Blood is the source of life and health (Leviticus 17:11; 14). Up
until 120 years ago, sick people were “bled” and many died as a
result (e.g. George Washington). Today we know that healthy blood is
necessary to bring life-giving nutrients to every cell in the body.
God declared that “the life of the flesh is in the blood” long
before science understood its function.
Visit:
Life in the Blood
(ICR) |
10.
The Bible states that God created life according to kinds (Genesis
1:24). The fact that God distinguishes kinds, agrees with what
scientists observe – namely that there are horizontal genetic
boundaries beyond which life cannot vary. Life produces after its
own kind. Dogs produce dogs, cats produce cats, roses produce roses.
Never have we witnessed one kind changing into another kind as
evolution supposes. There are truly natural limits to biological
change.
Visit:
Things You May Not Know About Evolution (ICR)
Creation - Evolution (ICR)
Evolution and the Bible
(ICR)
The Fossil Record: Intermediate Links (ChristianAnswers.net)
Archaeopteryx A Feathered Reptile? (ChristianAnswers.net)
The Ape-Man: Missing Link (ChristianAnswers.net)
Biological Evolution Darwin's Finches (ChristianAnswers.net) |
11.
Noble behavior understood (John 15:13; Romans 5:7-8). The Bible and
history reveal that countless people have endangered or even
sacrificed their lives for another. This reality is completely at
odds with Darwin’s theory of the survival of the fittest. |
12.
Chicken or egg dilemma solved (Genesis 1:20-22). Which came first,
the chicken or the egg? This question has plagued philosophers for
centuries. The Bible states that God created birds with the ability
to reproduce after their kind. Therefore the chicken was created
first with the ability to make eggs! Yet, evolution has no solution
for this dilemma.
Visit:
What Came First, the Chicken or the Egg?
(ICR)
The Egg/Chicken Conundrum
(ICR) |
13.
Which came first, proteins or DNA (Revelation 4:11)? For
evolutionists, the chicken or egg dilemma goes even deeper. Chickens
consist of proteins. The code for each protein is contained in the
DNA/RNA system. However, proteins are required in order to
manufacture DNA. So which came first: proteins or DNA? The ONLY
explanation is that they were created together.
Visit:
Things that are Made
(ICR)
Evolution Hopes You Don't Know
Chemistry: The Problem with Chirality
(ICR)
Origin of Life: Critique of Early Stage
Chemical Evolution Theories (ICR)
The Origin of Life: Theories on the
Origin of Biological Order (ICR) |
14.
Our bodies are made from the dust of the ground (Genesis 2:7; 3:19).
Scientists have discovered that the human body is comprised of some
28 base and trace elements – all of which are found in the earth.
Visit:
The elements of the periodic table sorted by their presence in human
body. (Lenntech) |
15.
The First Law of Thermodynamics established (Genesis 2:1-2). The
First Law states that the total quantity of energy and matter in the
universe is a constant. One form of energy or matter may be
converted into another, but the total quantity always remains the
same. Therefore the creation is finished, exactly as God said way
back in Genesis.
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Modern Scientific Discoveries Verify the Scriptures (Institute
For Creation Research) |
16.
The first three verses of Genesis accurately express all known
aspects of the creation (Genesis 1:1-3). Science expresses the
universe in terms of: time, space, matter, and energy. In Genesis
chapter one we read: “In the beginning (time) God created the
heavens (space) and the earth (matter)…Then God said, “Let there be
light (energy).” No other creation account agrees with the
observable evidence. |
17.
The universe had a beginning (Genesis 1:1; Hebrews 1:10-12).
Starting with the studies of Albert Einstein in the early 1900s and
continuing today, science has confirmed the biblical view that the
universe had a beginning. When the Bible was written most people
believed the universe was eternal. Science has proven them wrong,
but the Bible correct.
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Modern Scientific Discoveries Verify the Scriptures (Institute
For Creation Research) |
18.
The earth is a sphere (Isaiah 40:22). At a time when many
thought the earth was flat, the Bible told us that the earth is
spherical.
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Did Bible writers believe the earth was flat? (CristianAnswers.net) |
19.
Scripture assumes a revolving (spherical) earth (Luke 17:34-36).
Jesus said that at His return some would be asleep at night while
others would be working at day time activities in the field. This is
a clear indication of a revolving earth, with day and night
occurring simultaneously. |
20.
Origin of the rainbow explained (Genesis 9:13-16). Prior to the
Flood there was a different environment on the earth (Genesis
2:5-6). After the Flood, God set His rainbow “in the cloud” as a
sign that He would never again judge the earth by water.
Meteorologists now understand that a rainbow is formed when the sun
shines through water droplets – which act as a prism – separating
white light into its color spectrum.
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What causes a rainbow? (CristianAnswers.net) |
21.
Light can be divided (Job 38:24). Sir Isaac Newton studied light
and discovered that white light is made of seven colors, which can
be “parted” and then recombined. Science confirmed this four
centuries ago – God declared this four millennia ago! |
22.
Ocean currents anticipated (Psalm 8:8). Three thousand years ago
the Bible described the “paths of the seas.” In the 19th century
Matthew Maury – the father of oceanography – after reading Psalm 8,
researched and discovered ocean currents that follow specific paths
through the seas! Utilizing Maury’s data, marine navigators have
since reduced by many days the time required to traverse the seas.
Visit:
Modern Scientific Discoveries Verify the Scriptures (Institute
For Creation Research) |
23.
Sexual promiscuity is dangerous to your health (1 Corinthians
6:18; Romans 1:27). The Bible warns that “he who commits sexual
immorality sins against his own body,” and that those who commit
homosexual sin would “receive in themselves” the penalty of their
error. Much data now confirms that any sexual relationship outside
of holy matrimony is unsafe.
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Sex Habits Linked to Early Death, Disability (Fox News) |
24.
Reproduction explained (Genesis 1:27-28; 2:24; Mark 10:6-8).
While evolution has no mechanism to explain how male and female
reproductive organs evolved at the same time, the Bible says that
from the beginning God made them male and female in order to
propagate the human race and animal kinds. |
25.
Incalculable number of stars (Jeremiah 33:22). At a time when
less than 5,000 stars were visible to the human eye, God stated that
the stars of heaven were innumerable. Not until the 17th century did
Galileo glimpse the immensity of our universe with his new
telescope. Today, astronomers estimate that there are ten thousand
billion trillion stars – that’s a 1 followed by 25 zeros! Yet, as
the Bible states, scientists admit this number may be woefully
inadequate.
Visit:
The Stars of Heaven (Institute For Creation Research) |
26.
The number of stars, though vast, are finite (Isaiah 40:26).
Although man is unable to calculate the exact number of stars, we
now know their number is finite. Of course God knew this all along –
“He counts the number of the stars; He calls them all by name”
(Psalm 147:4). What an awesome God!
Visit:
The Stars of Heaven (Institute For Creation Research) |
27.
The Bible compares the number of stars with the number of grains
of sand on the seashore (Genesis 22:17; Hebrews 11:12). Amazingly,
gross estimates of the number of sand grains are comparable to the
estimated number of stars in the universe.
Visit:
The Stars of Heaven (Institute For Creation Research) |
28.
Rejecting the Creator results in moral depravity (Romans
1:20-32). The Bible warns that when mankind rejects the overwhelming
evidence for a Creator, lawlessness will result. Since the theory of
evolution has swept the globe, abortion, pornography, genocide,
etc., have all risen sharply.
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29.
The fact that God once flooded the earth (the Noahic Flood)
would be denied (2 Peter 3:5-6). There is a mass of fossil evidence
to prove this fact, yet it is flatly ignored by most of the
scientific world because it was God’s judgment on man’s wickedness. |
30.
Vast fossil deposits anticipated (Genesis 7). When plants and
animals die they decompose rapidly. Yet billions of life forms
around the globe have been preserved as fossils. Geologists now know
that fossils only form if there is rapid deposition of life buried
away from scavengers and bacteria. This agrees exactly with what the
Bible says occurred during the global Flood. |
31.
The continents were created as one large land mass (Genesis
1:9-10). Many geologists agree there is strong evidence that the
earth was originally one super continent – just as the Bible said
way back in Genesis. |
32.
Continental drift inferred (Genesis 7:11). Today the study of
the ocean floor indicates that the landmasses have been ripped
apart. Scripture states that during the global Flood the “fountains
of the great deep were broken up.” This cataclysmic event apparently
resulted in the continental plates breaking and shifting.
Visit:
Recent Rapid Uplift of Today's Mountains
(ICR)
Continental Drift, Plate Tectonics, and
the Bible (ICR) |
33.
Ice Age inferred (Job 38:29-30).
Prior to the global Flood the earth was apparently subtropical.
However shortly after the Flood, the Bible mentions ice often – “By
the breath of God ice is given, and the broad waters are frozen”
(Job 37:10). Evidently the Ice Age occurred in the centuries
following the Flood.
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Recent Rapid Uplift of Today's Mountains
(ICR)
Continental Drift, Plate Tectonics, and
the Bible
(ICR)
The Ice Age and the Genesis Flood
(ICR) |
34.
Life begins at fertilization
(Jeremiah 1:5). God declares that He knew us before we were born.
The biblical penalty for murdering an unborn child was death (Exodus
21:22-23). Today, it is an irrefutable biological fact that the
fertilized egg is truly an entire human being. Nothing will be added
to the first cell except nutrition and oxygen.
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Is the unborn human less than human? (CristianAnswers.net)
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35.
God fashions and knits us together in
the womb (Job 10:8-12; 31:15). Science was ignorant concerning
embryonic development until recently. Yet many centuries ago, the
Bible accurately described God making us an “intricate unity” in the
womb. |
36.
DNA anticipated (Psalm 139:13-16).
During the 1950s, Watson and Crick discovered the genetic blueprint
for life. Three thousand years ago the Bible seems to reference this
written digital code in Psalm 139 – “Thine eyes did see my
substance, yet being unperfect [unformed]; and in Thy book all my
members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as
yet there was none of them.” |
37.
God has created all mankind from one
blood (Acts 17:26; Genesis 5). Today researchers have discovered
that we have all descended from one gene pool. For example, a 1995
study of a section of Y chromosomes from 38 men from different
ethnic groups around the world was consistent with the biblical
teaching that we all come from one man (Adam)
Visit:
One Blood: The biblical answer to racism (CristianAnswers.net)
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38.
Origin of the major language groups
explained (Genesis 11). After the rebellion at Babel, God scattered
the people by confounding the one language into many languages.
Evolution teaches that we all evolved from a common ancestor, yet
offers no mechanism to explain the origin of the thousands of
diverse languages in existence today.
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Language, Creation and the Inner Man (ICR)
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39.
Origin of the different “races”
explained (Genesis 11). As Noah’s descendants migrated around the
world after Babel, each language group developed distinct features
based on environment and genetic variation. Those with a genetic
makeup suitable to their new environment survived to reproduce. Over
time, certain traits (such as dark skin color for those closer to
the equator) dominated. Genesis alone offers a reasonable answer to
the origin of the races and languages.
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Where did the human races come from? (CristianAnswers.net) |
40.
God has given us the leaves of the
trees as medicine (Ezekiel 47:12; Revelation 22:2). Ancient cultures
utilized many herbal remedies. Today, modern medicine has
rediscovered what the Bible has said all along – there are healing
compounds found in plants. |
41.
Healthy dietary laws (Leviticus
11:9-12). Scripture states that we should avoid those sea creatures
which do not have fins or scales. We now know that bottom-feeders
(those with no scales or fins) tend to consume waste and are likely
to carry disease.
Visit:
The Dietary Law (Pacific Heath Center)
Bulletin Of The History Of Medicine (Johns Hopkins Institute) |
42.
The Bible warns against eating birds
of prey (Leviticus 11:13-19). Scientists now recognize that those
birds which eat carrion (putrefying flesh), often spread disease.
Visit:
The Dietary Law (Pacific Heath Center)
Bulletin Of The History Of Medicine (Johns Hopkins Institute) |
43.
Avoid swine (Deuteronomy 14:8). Not
so long ago, science learned that eating undercooked pork causes an
infection of parasites called trichinosis. Now consider this: the
Bible forbid the eating of swine more than 3,000 years before we
learned how to cook pork safely.
Visit:
The Dietary Law (Pacific Heath Center)
Relationship between pork consumption and cirrhosis. (NCBI)
Bulletin Of The History Of Medicine (Johns Hopkins Institute) |
44.
Radical environmentalism foreseen
(Romans 1:25). Two thousand years ago, God’s Word stated that many
would worship and serve creation rather than the Creator. Today,
nature is revered as “Mother” and naturalism is enshrined. |
45.
Black holes and dark matter
anticipated (Matthew 25:30; Jude 1:13; Isaiah 50:3). Cosmologists
now speculate that over 98% of the known universe is comprised of
dark matter, with dark energy and black holes. A black hole’s
gravitational field is so strong that nothing, not even light,
escapes. Beyond the expanding universe there is no measured
radiation and therefore only outer darkness exists. These theories
paint a seemingly accurate description of what the Bible calls
“outer darkness” or “the blackness of darkness forever.”
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The Outer Darkness (ICR) |
46.
The Second Law of Thermodynamics
(Entropy) explained (Psalm 102:25-26). This law states that
everything in the universe is running down, deteriorating,
constantly becoming less and less orderly. Entropy (disorder)
entered when mankind rebelled against God – resulting in the curse
(Genesis 3:17; Romans 8:20-22). Historically most people believed
the universe was unchangeable. Yet modern science verifies that the
universe is “grow(ing) old like a garment” (Hebrews 1:11). Evolution
directly contradicts this law.
Visit:
Modern Scientific Discoveries Verify the Scriptures (Institute
For Creation Research)
Cosmic Evolution: The Big Bang and the Second Law of Thermodynamics
(ChrisitanAnswers.net) |
47.
Cain’s wife discovered (Genesis 5:4).
Skeptics point out that Cain had no one to marry – therefore the
Bible must be false. However, the Bible states plainly that Adam and
Eve had other sons and daughters. Cain married his sister.
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Where did Cain get his wife? (ChristianAnswers.net) |
48.
Incest laws established (Leviticus
18:6). To marry near of kin in the ancient world was common. Yet,
beginning about 1500 B.C., God forbid this practice. The reason is
simple – the genetic mutations (resulting from the curse) had a
cumulative effect. Though Cain could safely marry his sister because
the genetic pool was still relatively pure at that time, by Moses’
day the genetic errors had swelled. Today, geneticists confirm that
the risk of passing on a genetic abnormality to your child is much
greater if you marry a close relative because relatives are more
likely to carry the same defective gene. If they procreate, their
offspring are more apt to have this defect expressed. |
49.
Genetic mixing of different seeds
forbidden (Leviticus 19:19; Deuteronomy 22:9). The Bible warns
against mixing seeds – as this will result in an inferior or
dangerous crop. There is now growing evidence that unnatural,
genetically engineered crops may be harmful. |
50.
Hydrological cycle described
(Ecclesiastes 1:7; Jeremiah 10:13; Amos 9:6). Four thousand years
ago the Bible declared that God “draws up drops of water, which
distill as rain from the mist, which the clouds drop down and pour
abundantly on man” (Job 36:27-28). The ancients observed mighty
rivers flowing into the ocean, but they could not conceive why the
sea level never rose. Though they observed rainfall, they had only
quaint theories as to its origin. Meteorologists now understand that
the hydrological cycle consists of evaporation, atmospheric
transportation, distillation, and precipitation. |
51.
The sun goes in a circuit (Psalm
19:6). Some scientists scoffed at this verse thinking that it taught
geocentricity – the theory that the sun revolves around the earth.
They insisted the sun was stationary. However, we now know that the
sun is traveling through space at approximately 600,000 miles per
hour. It is literally moving through space in a huge circuit – just
as the Bible stated 3,000 years ago! |
52.
Circumcision on the eighth day is
ideal (Genesis 17:12; Leviticus 12:3; Luke 1:59). Medical science
has discovered that the blood clotting chemical prothrombin peaks in
a newborn on the eighth day. This is therefore the safest day to
circumcise a baby. How did Moses know?!
Visit:
Biblical Accuracy and Circumcision on the 8th Day (Apologetics
Press) |
53.
God has given us just the right
amount of water to sustain life (Isaiah 40:12). We now recognize
that if there was significantly more or less water, the earth would
not support life as we know it.
Visit:
The Anthropic Principle: Is the Earth Fine-Tuned for Life? (ChristianAnswers.net)
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54.
The earth was designed for biological
life (Isaiah 45:18). Scientists have discovered that the most
fundamental characteristics of our earth and cosmos are so finely
tuned that if just one of them were even slightly different, life as
we know it couldn't exist. This is called the Anthropic Principle
and it agrees with the Bible which states that God formed the earth
to be inhabited.
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The Earth: Unique in All the Universe
(ICR) |
55.
The universe is expanding (Job 9:8;
Isaiah 42:5; Jeremiah 51:15; Zechariah 12:1). Repeatedly God
declares that He stretches out the heavens. During the early 20th
century, most scientists (including Einstein) believed the universe
was static. Others believed it should have collapsed due to gravity.
Then in 1929, astronomer Edwin Hubble showed that distant galaxies
were receding from the earth, and the further away they were, the
faster they were moving. This discovery revolutionized the field of
astronomy. Eisntein admitted his mistake, and today most astronomers
agree with what the Creator told us millennia ago – the universe is
expanding! |
56.
Law of Biogenesis explained (Genesis
1). Scientists observe that life only comes from existing life. This
law has never been violated under observation or experimentation (as
evolution imagines). Therefore life, God’s life, created all life.
Visit:
Chemical Evolution: Spontaneous generation; Stanley Miller
Experiment (ChristianAnswers.net) |
57.
Animal and plant extinction explained
(Jeremiah 12:4; Hosea 4:3). According to evolution, occasionally we
should witness a new kind springing into existence. Yet, this has
never been observed. On the contrary, as Scripture explains, since
the curse on all creation, we observe death and extinction (Romans
8:20-22).
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How did bad things come about? (CristianAnswers.net) |
58.
Light travels in a path (Job 38:19).
Light is said to have a “way” [Hebrew: derek, literally a traveled
path or road]. Until the 17th century it was believed that light was
transmitted instantaneously. We now know that light is a form of
energy that travels at ~186,000 miles per second in a straight line.
Indeed, there is a “way” of light.
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Light travels in a path was foretold in the Bible hundreds of years
before scientists discovered it (creationists.org) |
59.
Air has weight (Job 28:25). It was
once thought that air was weightless. Yet 4,000 years ago Job
declared that God established “a weight for the wind.” In recent
years, meteorologists have calculated that the average thunderstorm
holds thousands of tons of rain. To carry this load, air must have
mass. |
60.
Jet stream anticipated (Ecclesiates
1:6). At a time when it was thought that winds blew straight, the
Bible declares “The wind goes toward the south, and turns around to
the north; The wind whirls about continually, and comes again on its
circuit.” King Solomon wrote this 3,000 years ago. Now consider
this: it was not until World War II that airmen discovered the jet
stream circuit. |
61.
Medical quarantine instituted
(Leviticus 13:45-46; Numbers 5:1-4). Long before man understood the
principles of quarantine, God commanded the Israelites to isolate
those with a contagious disease until cured.
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The First Book Of Public Hygiene (Answers In Genesis)
Modern medicine? (Answers In Genesis) |
62.
Each star is unique (1 Corinthians
15:41). Centuries before the advent of the telescope, the Bible
declared what only God and the angels knew – each star varies in
size and intensity!
Visit:
The Stars of Heaven (Institute For Creation Research) |
63.
The Bible says that light can be
sent, and then manifest itself in speech (Job 38:35). We now know
that radio waves and light waves are two forms of the same thing –
electromagnetic waves. Therefore, radio waves are a form of light.
Today, using radio transmitters, we can send “lightnings” which
indeed speak when they arrive. |
64.
Laughter promotes physical healing
(Proverbs 17:22). Recent studies confirm what King Solomon was
inspired to write 3,000 years ago, “A merry heart does good, like
medicine.” For instance, laughter reduces levels of certain stress
hormones. This brings balance to the immune system, which helps your
body fight off disease.
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Benefits of Laughter (Personal-Development.com)
Humor and Laughter: Health Benefits and Online Sources (helpguide.org) |
65.
Intense sorrow or stress is harmful
to your health (Proverbs 18:14; Mark 14:34). Researchers have
studied individuals with no prior medical problems who showed
symptoms of stress cardiomyopathy including chest pain, difficulty
breathing, low blood pressure, and even heart failure – following a
stressful incident.
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The Physical Dangers of Stress (Fitness Article) |
66.
Microorganisms anticipated (Exodus
22:31). The Bible warns “Whatever dies naturally or is torn by
beasts he shall not eat, to defile himself with it: I am the LORD”
(Leviticus 22:8). Today we understand that a decaying carcass is
full of disease causing germs. |
67.
The Bible cautions against consuming
fat (Leviticus 7:23). Only in recent decades has the medical
community determined that fat clogs arteries and contributes to
heart disease. |
68.
Do not consume blood (Leviticus
17:12). A common ritual in many religions in the ancient world was
to drink blood. However, the Creator repeatedly told His people to
abstain from blood (Genesis 9:4; Leviticus 3:17; Acts 15:20; 21:25).
Of course, modern science reveals that consuming raw blood is
dangerous. |
69.
The Bible describes dinosaurs (Job
40:15-24). In 1842, Sir Richard Owen coined the word dinosaur,
meaning “terrible lizard,” after discovering large reptilian-like
fossils. However in the Book of Job, written 4,000 years earlier,
God describes the behemoth as: the largest of all land creatures,
plant eating (herbivore), with great strength in its hips and legs,
powerful stomach muscles, a tail like a cedar tree, and bones like
bars of iron. This is an accurate description of sauropods – the
largest known dinosaur family.
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The Great Dinosaur Mystery (CristianAnswers.net) |
70.
Pleasure explained (Psalm 36:8).
Evolution cannot explain pleasure – even the most complex chemicals
do not experience bliss. However, the Bible states that God “gives
us richly all things to enjoy” (1 Timothy 6:17). Pleasure is a gift
from God. |
71.
Life is more than matter and energy
(Genesis 2:7; Job 12:7-10). We know that if a creature is denied air
it dies. Even though its body may be perfectly intact, and air and
energy are reintroduced to spark life, the body remains dead.
Scripture agrees with the observable evidence when it states that
only God can give the breath of life. Life cannot be explained by
raw materials, time, and chance alone – as evolutionists would lead
us to believe.
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72.
Origin of music explained (Psalm
40:3). Evolution cannot explain the origin of music. The Bible says
that every good gift comes from God (James 1:17). This includes
joyful melodies. God has given both man and angels the gift of
music-making (Genesis 4:21; Ezekiel 28:13). Singing is intended to
express rejoicing in and worship of the Lord (Job 38:7; Psalm
95:1-2).
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Music—evidence of creation (Answers In Genesis) |
73.
Our ancestors were not primitive
(Genesis 4:20-22; Job 8:8-10; 12:12). Archeologists have discovered
that our ancestors mined, had metallurgical factories, created
air-conditioned buildings, designed musical instruments, studied the
stars, and much more. This evidence directly contradicts the theory
of evolution, but agrees completely with God’s Word.
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74.
Cavemen described in the Bible (Job
30:1-8). Four thousand years ago, Job describes certain “vile men”
who were driven from society to forage “among the bushes” for
survival and who “live in the clefts of the valleys, (and) in caves
of the earth and the rocks.” Therefore “cavemen” were simply
outcasts and vagabounds – not our primitive ancestors as
evolutionists speculate. |
75.
Environmental devastation of the
planet foreseen (Revelation 11:18). Though evolution imagines that
things should be getting better, the Bible foresaw what is really
occurring today: pollution, destruction and corrupt dominion. |
76.
The seed of a plant contains its life
(Genesis 1:11; 29). As stated in the Book of Genesis, we now
recognize that inside the humble seed is life itself. Within the
seed is a tiny factory of amazing complexity. No scientist can build
a synthetic seed and no seed is simple! |
77.
A seed must die to produce new life
(1 Corinthians 15:36-38). Jesus said, “unless a grain of wheat falls
into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it
produces much grain.” (John 12:24). In this verse is remarkable
confirmation of two of the fundamental concepts in biology: 1) Cells
arise only from existing cells. 2) A grain must die to produce more
grain. The fallen seed is surrounded by supporting cells from the
old body. These supporting cells “give their lives” to provide
nourishment to the inner kernel. Once planted, this inner kernel
germinates resulting in much grain. |
78.
The order of creation agrees with
true science (Genesis 1). Plants require sunlight, water, and
minerals in order to survive. In the first chapter of Genesis we
read that God created light first (v.3), then water (v. 6), then
soil (v. 9), and then He created plant life (v. 11).
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79.
God created “lights” in the heavens
“for signs and seasons, and for days and years” (Genesis 1:14-16).
We now know that a year is the time required for the earth to travel
once around the sun. The seasons are caused by the changing position
of the earth in relation to the sun. The moon’s phases follow one
another in clock-like precision – constituting the lunar calendar
Evolution teaches that the cosmos evolved by random chance, yet the
Bible agrees with the observable evidence. |
80.
The Bible speaks of “heaven and the
highest heavens” (Deuteronomy 10:14). Long before the Hubble Space
Telescope, Scripture spoke of the “heaven of heavens” and the “third
heaven” (1 Kings 8:27; 2 Corinthians 12:2). We now know that the
heavens consist of our immediate atmosphere and the vast reaches of
outer space – as well as God’s wonderful abode. |
81.
Olive oil and wine useful on wounds
(Luke 10:34). Jesus told of a Samaritan man, who when he came upon a
wounded traveler, he bandaged him – pouring upon his wounds olive
oil and wine. Today we know that wine contains ethyl alcohol and
traces of methyl alcohol. Both are good disinfectants. Olive oil is
also a good disinfectant, as well as a skin moisturizer, protector,
and soothing lotion. This is common knowledge to us today. However,
did you know that during the Middle Ages and right up till the early
20th century, millions died because they did not know to treat and
protect open wounds? |
82.
Man is “fearfully and wonderfully
made” (Psalm 139:14). We are only beginning to probe the complexity
of the DNA molecule, the eye, the brain, and all the intricate
components of life. No human invention compares to the marvelous
wonders of God’s creation. |
83.
Beauty understood (Genesis 1:31; 2:9;
Job 40:10; Ecclesiastes 3:11; Matthew 6:28-30). Beauty surrounds us:
radiant sunsets, majestic mountains, brightly colored flowers,
glowing gems, soothing foliage, brilliantly adorned birds, etc.
Beauty is a mystery to the evolutionist. However, Scripture reveals
that God creates beautiful things for our benefit and His glory.
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84.
Strong and weak nuclear force
explained (Colossians 1:17; Hebrews 1:3). Physicists do not
understand what binds the atom’s nucleus together. Yet, the Bible
states that “all things consist” – or are held together by the
Creator – Jesus Christ. |
85.
Atomic fission anticipated (2 Peter
3:10-12). Scripture states that “the elements will melt with fervent
heat” when the earth and the heavens are “dissolved” by fire. Today
we understand that if the elements of the atom are loosed, there
would be an enormous release of heat and energy (radiation). |
86.
The Pleiades and Orion star clusters
described (Job 38:31). The Pleiades star cluster is gravitationally
bound, while the Orion star cluster is loose and disintegrating
because the gravity of the cluster is not enough to bind the group
together. 4,000 years ago God asked Job, "Can you bind the cluster
of the Pleiades, or loose the belt of Orion?" Yet, it is only
recently that we realized that the Pleiades is gravitationally
bound, but Orion's stars are flying apart. |
87.
Safe drinking water (Leviticus
11:33-36). God forbade drinking from vessels or stagnant water that
had been contaminated by coming into contact with a dead animal. It
is only in the last 100 years that medical science has learned that
contaminated water can cause typhoid and cholera.
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88.
Pest control (Leviticus 25:1-24).
Farmers are plagued today with insects. Yet God gave a sure-fire
remedy to control pests centuries ago. Moses commanded Israel to set
aside one year in seven when no crops were raised. Insects winter in
the stalks of last year’s harvest, hatch in the spring, and are
perpetuated by laying eggs in the new crop. If the crop is denied
one year in seven, the pests have nothing to subsist upon, and are
thereby controlled. |
89.
Soil conservation (Leviticus 23:22).
Not only was the land to lay fallow every seventh year, but God also
instructed farmers to leave the gleanings when reaping their fields,
and not to reap the corners (sides) of their fields. This served
several purposes: 1) Vital soil minerals would be maintained. 2) The
hedge row would limit wind erosion. 3) The poor could eat the
gleanings. Today, approximately four billion metric tons of soil are
lost from U.S. crop lands each year. Much of this soil depletion
could be avoided if God’s commands were followed. |
90.
Animal instincts understood (Job 39;
Proverbs 30:24-28; Jeremiah 8:7). A newly hatched spider weaves an
intricate web without being taught. A recently emerged butterfly
somehow knows to navigate a 2,500-mile migration route without a
guide. God explains that He has endowed each creature with specific
knowledge. Scripture, not evolution, explains animal instincts.
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91.
Animals do not have a conscience
(Psalm 32:9). A parrot can be taught to swear and blaspheme, yet
never feel conviction. Many animals steal, but they do not
experience guilt. If man evolved from animals, where did our
conscience come from? The Bible explains that man alone was created
as a moral being in God’s image. |
92.
Pseudo-science anticipated (1 Timothy
6:20). The theory of evolution contradicts the observable evidence.
The Bible warned us in advance that there would be those who would
profess: “profane and idle babblings and contradictions of what is
falsely called knowledge (science).” True science agrees with the
Creator’s Word. |
93.
Science confirms the Bible
(Colossians 2:3). These insights place the Bible far above every
manmade theory and all other so-called inspired books. In contrast,
the Koran states that the sun sets in a muddy pond (Surah 18:86).
The Hadith contains many myths. The Book of Mormon declares that
Native Americans descended from Jews – which has been disproven by
DNA research. The Eastern writings also contradict true science.
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94.
Human conscience understood (Romans
2:14-15). The Bible reveals that God has impressed His moral law
onto every human heart. Con means with and science means knowledge.
We know it is wrong to murder, lie, steal, etc. Only the Bible
explains that each human has a God-given knowledge of right and
wrong. |
95.
Love explained (Matthew 22:37-40; 1
John 4:7-12). Evolution cannot explain love. Yet, God’s Word reveals
that the very purpose of our existence is to know and love God and
our fellow man. God is love, and we were created in His image to
reflect His love.
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96.
The real you is spirit (Numbers
16:22; Zechariah 12:1). Personality is non-physical. For example,
after a heart transplant the recipient does not receive the donor’s
character. An amputee is not half the person he was before loosing
his limbs. Our eternal nature is spirit, heart, soul, mind. The
Bible tells us that “man looks at the outward appearance, but the
Lord looks at the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7). |
97.
The cause of suffering revealed
(Genesis 3; Isaiah 24:5-6). The earth is subject to misery, which
appears at odds with our wonderfully designed universe. However, the
Bible, not evolution, explains the origin of suffering. When mankind
rebelled against God, the curse resulted – introducing affliction,
pain and death into the world. |
98.
Death explained (Romans 6:23). All
eventually die. The Bible alone explains why we die – “The soul who
sins shall die” (Ezekiel 18:20). Sin is transgression of God’s Law.
To see if you will die, please review God’s Ten Commandments (Exodus
20). Have you ever lied? (White lies and fibs count.) Ever stolen?
(Cheating on a test or taxes is stealing.) Jesus said that “whoever
looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with
her in his heart” (Matthew 5:28). Have you ever looked with lust?
Then you’re an adulterer at heart. Have you ever hated someone or
called someone a fool? If so, the Bible says you are guilty of
murder (Matthew 5:21-22; 1 John 3:15). Have you ever used your
Creator’s name (Lord, God, Jesus, or Christ) in vain? This is called
blasphemy – and God hates it. If you have broken these commandments
at any time, then by your own admission, you are a blasphemer, a
murderer, an adulterer, a thief, and a liar at heart. And we have
only looked at five of the Ten Commandments. This is why we die.
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99.
Justice understood (Acts 17:30-31).
Our God-given conscience reveals that all sin will be judged. Down
deep we know that He who created the eyes sees every secret sin
(Romans 2:16). He who formed our mind remembers our past offense as
if it just occurred. God has declared that the penalty for sin is
death. Physical death comes first, then the second death – which is
eternal separation from God in the lake of fire (Revelation 21:8).
God cannot lie. Every sin will be judged. His justice demands it.
But God is also rich in mercy to all who call upon His name. He has
made a way for justice to be served and mercy to be shown. |
100.
Eternal life revealed (John 3:16).
Scientists search in vain for the cure for aging and death. Yet, the
good news is that God, who is the source of all life, has made a way
to freely forgive us so that we may live forever with Him in heaven.
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were
still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). “For God so loved
the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes
in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). God
desires a loving, eternal relationship with each person – free from
sin, fear, and pain. Therefore, He sent His Son to die as our
substitute on the cross. “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of
God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 6:23). Jesus
never sinned, therefore He alone qualified to pay the penalty for
our sins on the cross. He died in our place. He then rose from the
grave defeating death. All who turn from their sins and trust Him
will be saved. To repent and place your trust in Jesus Christ, make
Psalm 51 your prayer. Then read your Bible daily, obeying what you
read. God will never let you down. |
101.
The solution to suffering (Revelation
21). Neither evolution nor religion offers a solution to suffering.
But God offers heaven as a gift to all who trust in His Son. In
heaven, “God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall
be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more
pain, for the former things have passed away” (Revelation 21:4).
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The Bible
is inspired by the Creator. Therefore it is no surprise
that life’s ultimate questions are answered within its pages.
The Bible reveals
the purpose of our existence. Scripture alone explains where our
conscience came from. And no other source explains the root cause of
death. Seeing that all die, wouldn’t it be wise to search for the
remedy in the only book that proves it was inspired by God? The
Bible offers the only remedy for sin, suffering, and death. God’s
Word presents the only perfect, sinless Savior – one who died for
our sins and rose from the dead. Jesus is the Creator (John 1;
Colossians 1). He said “I and My Father are one” (John 10:30). He
said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the
Father except through Me” (John 14:6). And He promises His
followers: “I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish”
(John 10:28). Your eternal destiny will be determined by your
choice. There is only one provision for sin. Jesus died in your
place. Only by faith in Christ’s finished work will you be saved.
This is God’s free gift offered to all. Please do not let pride,
religion, opinions, or love for sin separate you from God. No sin is
worth an eternity in hell. Please heed Jesus’ words – “Repent, and
believe in the gospel” (Mark 1:15). If you do, you will live in
heaven with our awesome Creator forever!
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