UNIT 1
Introduction to Creation Apologetics
Biblical Apologetics
The importance of the Bible can not be understated. As the only book to span the periods of antiquity all the way back to creation, it is essential for having both a correct worldview and an accurate understanding of Earth history. Yet how can we be sure that the text we have today is the same as when it was originally written? This lesson will examine the authenticity of the Bible and illustrate key archaeological discoveries supporting the historicity of Jesus. We will also take a look at one of the main points of contention between the Bible and science – the age of the Earth.
Educational Files:
Students
- Watch Lecture
- Print Handout (for taking notes)
- Take Quiz
- Read Article
Teachers
Worldviews in Conflict
While the United States has a firm foundation in Christianity and the vast majority of the population believes in God, we are unable to teach about God in our public schools. This presentation takes a hard-hitting look at the War of Worldviews facing Christians today, and examines the factors that have contributed to the secularization of US schools. In 1Peter 3:15 we are instructed to "Always be prepared to give an answer," and yet most Christian are unable to defend their faith through logic, reason, and empirical evidence. Using recent surveys and events to demonstrate the impact of the worldviews conflict on our society, this message hopes to inspire scholarly pursuits and political action to face the challenges of the future.
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Defending Genesis
In 1 Peter 3:15 we are instructed to "Always be prepared to give an answer". And yet most Christian are unable to defend their faith through reasoned arguments. Using recent surveys to demonstrate the impact of the worldviews conflict on young people, this lesson hopes to inspire apologetics education to stem the loss of faith. We will also address some the conflict that exists between the natural science and the Bible. What is the Biblical age of the Earth? Was Adam not a real man, or was he created by God from some evolved ancient ape-man. Many Christians hold to one of these views to reconcile naturalism with the Bible, and presume the flood of Noah was merely a local event. Succinct answers to these questions are provided, along with an encouragement to trust in the Bible as authoritative on early Earth history.
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Age of the Creation
Secular science teaches that the Earth is 4.6 billion years old, but the Biblical genealogy contains dates that only allow for an age of just over 6000 years. This lesson will summarize the Biblical age of the creation and why this issue is important for Bible believers. Numerous physical measurements will then be illustrated, which argue conclusively that the Earth simply cannot be billions of years old. When scientific findings are interpreted within the Biblical worldview, we find there is proof of a recent creation and the flood of Noah.
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