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Titles
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 message 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.
What would the Earth be
like without animals?
They are indeed a very special part of the creation that
provides endless fascination and brings much love into our
lives. Previously unknown animals are discovered each year and
the complicated world of these creatures has been made clearer
by recent scientific discoveries.
This presentation will focus on the amazing abilities of animals
that are often a source of inspiration to engineers. Humans have
long practiced biomimicry in
an attempt to glean the ingenuity behind biological designs, and
in doing so testify to the creative power of our Father in
heaven.
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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 presentation 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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Secular astronomers believe that space and time began through a great cosmic explosion, and yet the Bible says God spoke the universe into existence. While some Christians try to reconcile these two views, the creation account contains a strikingly dissimilar sequence of events.
This presentation will analyze the big bang theory, and the supporting evidence
including the redshift of light, cosmic background radiation, as
well as homogeneity. Alternative interpretations are presented,
which argue that the Earth occupies a special place in the universe
after all.
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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 presentation 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.
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Many of the founding fathers of astronomy, such as Nicolas Copernicus and Sir Isaac Newton, looked to the Word of God for special understanding. However, modern astronomers have adopted philosophical naturalism and seek to explain the origin of the cosmos and the celestial bodies through events that lie in stark contrast to the Bible.
This presentation provides a general introduction to astronomy from the Biblical worldview ("creation astronomy"). The origin and age of the cosmos and the celestial bodies are discussed, and important evidence of fine-tuning is illustrated.
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Creation Missions
Numerous recent surveys have reported that belief among young
people is in sharp decline. This presentation seeks to address
this issue by examining the conflicting worldviews facing
Christians today, and provide answers to the teachings of
natural science that can lead to a loss of faith. 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.
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 message 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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What have we learned about evolution since 1859 when Darwin published his theory on natural selection? At the time, little was known about the cell, and nothing was known of genetics. Are Darwin's "numerous successive slight modifications" able to produce the irreducible complexities found in living systems?
This presentation will review the evidence fore and against evolution from both living populations and fossils. We will also examine the processes of speciation, mutation, and selection. When the observations are interpreted correctly, we see clear support for the Biblical teachings that various kinds of plants and animals were created in the beginning.
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Most people believe in evolution not because of scientific findings that prove the theory, but simply because it is widely believed by others. Today natural history and evolution are taught as absolute facts, but is there really any proof to support their claims?
This presentation will examine the many false teachings and outright frauds that have convinced the world that humans are merely the result of natural processes. The evidence for the origin of life,
transitional forms, and ape-men will be examined to show that these components of the theory of evolution are without support.
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Secular geologists have rejected Biblical history and assert that
there has been no global flood as described in Genesis. But vast
quantities of fossils and sedimentary rock provide a monumental
testimony to this historical event and God's recent judgment. Is the
worldview of these geologists causing them to "deliberately ignore
that the world was deluged with water and perished" (2 Peter 3:3-6)?
This presentation provides the Biblical answer to the fossil record
and an encouragement for Christians to trust in the Bible as
authoritative on early Earth history. Numerous examples of fossils are
provided that defy conventional explanation and interpretation in
support of the theory of evolution. When examined, we can easily see
that the fossils have been misinterpreted by naturalistic scientists
and are much more consistent with catastrophic activity and a young
Earth.
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The first few books of Genesis are indispensable to the Christian Worldview in setting forth important doctrinal definitions and providing critical details on the history of the early Earth. However, due largely to the conflicting teachings naturalistic science many in the Church question this important historical record. Does the bible support billions of years? Was the flood of Noah a global event? This talk is a defense of the literal Biblical worldview, and offers encouragement for Christians to trust in the Bible as authoritative.
"Always be prepared to give an answer" . 1Peter 3:15
Secular geologists say there has been no global flood as described in the Bible, but vast layers of rocks provide a monumental testimony to this event and God's recent judgment of humankind.
This presentation provides an introduction to Creation Geology and a characterization of the geological column that is naturally derived from the Biblical worldview.
Several important examples are provided that show how strata and canyons can form rapidly rather than over millions of years. In addition, the secular geologic worldviews that form the foundation for interpreting the Earth's crust are examined to illustrate how historical bias against catastrophism has caused erroneous interpretations of geologic features that are now know to have been formed catastrophically.
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Modern geologists claim there has never been a global flood as
described in the Bible. However, such assertions
come from scientists who adhere rigidly to philosophical naturalism
and could never correctly interpret the geology of the Biblical
flood. This presentation provides an introduction to
geology and argues for an interpretation of the geological
column that is naturally derived from the Biblical account. The
worldviews that underlie secular interpretations of the Earth's
crust will be examined, and several key events will be
highlighted to illustrate geology's historic bias against
catastrophism. We will also see geologic features, such as strata and canyons,
which can form very rapidly, challenging these long-standing examples of an old Earth.
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Modern astronomy offers
mankind a look at the cosmos never
before seen. The size and beauty of astronomical
bodies is
a testimony to the magnificence that is our Father in heaven.
This presentation aptly uses the scale of the cosmos to guide
viewers to a better appreciation of the Glory of God as
is revealed by the heavens. Drawing from images taken by space
telescopes and spacecraft, we will tour the solar
system,
distant nebulae,
and galaxies that
testify of the creators power.
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Secular geologists say there has been no global flood as described in the Bible and are highly biased against catastrophic explanation of geologic features. But vast layers of rocks provide a monumental testimony, to any that will see, of this historic event and God's recent judgment of humankind.
This presentation will reveal this bias by taking a look at recent geologic interpretations of features that were later shown to be the result of catastrophic flooding. We will then examine Mount St. Helens, which stands as an iconic example of what catastrophic process are able to accomplish, showing that strata and canyons can form rapidly rather than over millions of years.
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Dinosaurs have inspired countless myths and
legends, but where do the facts meet with
the Bible? Paleontologists assert that
dinosaurs went extinct 65 million years ago,
long before humans ever walked the Earth.
But, this view is in stark contrast to the
creation account in Genesis, which states
that both humans and land animals were
created on the same day. This presentation
will provide a summary of the naturalist
perspective of dinosaurs, and then looks to
the Bible for insight into their true
history. Are dinosaurs mentioned in the
Bible? Were they also placed on Noah's ark?
If so, why are they now extinct? These and
other key issues will be answered in this
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The New Testament of the Bible records the history of the new Church, beginning shortly before the birth of Jesus. However, this important record is under attack by Archaeologists who have claimed that the Biblical account of history is inaccurate or even fictitious. Key events in Christianity, such as the crucifixion, have been challenged on archaeological grounds because no records of the Roman governor Pontius Pilate had been found. This lesson will review several well known Biblical events and figures that can now be substantiated by recent archaeological investigations, including the very resurrection of the Christ.
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Related Article:
James
Ossuary Withstands Accusations by Chris Ashcraft.
Creation
32(1), January 2010.
The Old Testament of the Bible contains rich and interesting
accounts of God's people that span more than 4000 years. However, this important historic record is under attack by critics
and archaeologists who have claimed that the Biblical account of history is inaccurate or even fictitious.
It has been claimed that the text itself must have been corrupted by
scribes who copied the text for thousands of years.
In addition, prominent nations mentioned in the Bible from the
Hittites to the House of David, and featured events such as the
destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah have been claimed inventions of
the Biblical authors. This multimedia presentation answers these
challenges. When archaeological evidence is examined, once again we
see that science supports the historicity of the Bible.
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The Old Testament of the Bible contains rich and interesting
accounts of God's people that span more than 4000 years. However, this important historic record is under attack by critics
and archaeologists who have claimed that the Biblical account of history is inaccurate or even fictitious.
Well known events and people such as Joseph, the Exodus of the
Israelites from Egypt, and the conquest of Jericho have been challenged on archaeological grounds.
This multimedia presentation answers these challenges. We will
review the events surrounding the Birth of the nation of Israel and
their conquestion of the Holy Land. When archaeological evidence is
examined, once again we see that science supports the historicity of
the Bible.
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The origin of life remains the most significant unexplained assertion of natural science. More than 150 years after Louis Pasteur disproved spontaneous generation, evolutionists continue to argue that it happened in the distance past. However, following exhaustive efforts, proponents can provide little supporting evidence and remain no closer to solving the riddle of how life began.
This presentation will summarize the case against a natural origin of life while highlighting some of the tremendous complexity found in the cell. Truly, evolution is without foundation.
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Evolutionists argue that humans have descended from ape-like ancestors, thereby reducing humanity to the status of a primate animal. Darwin's seminal theory led inexorably to this conclusion. However, the Bible clearly states that we were created distinct from the animals, and “in the image of God”.
This presentation examines the various “ape-men” used to support human evolution; including Neanderthals, Homo erectus, and Australopithecines. Were there really ape-men or is the infamous missing-link still missing?
Then God
said, "Let
us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over
the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock,
over all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the
ground."
So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created
him; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:26-27.
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The Solar System is a marvel of engineering and design, but natural science tries to explain away its origin and clockwork precision with various models and theories. Our solar system is thought to have formed from condensations within a swirling cloud of gas and dust (nebula theory). But when the planets were better analyzed by space probes many surprising discoveries were made that conflict with this prevailing theory.
This presentation provides a tour of the solar system, and discusses the fine-tuning that is abundantly evident, which makes life possible. During our tour we will stop at each planet and many moons and discuss their unique qualities that defies natural explanations. As each new discovery is made in Astronomy, the design and handiwork of out Creator is revealed.
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Due to the pervasive teaching of naturalism that life came about by chance alone and therefore must also have happened elsewhere in the cosmos, many assume the universe is awash with life. As a result, people have become ripe for deception leading to the popular cultural idea that older, technologically advanced aliens are visiting the earth. For someone who has never been in a church, read a Bible, or known Jesus as their Savior, such teachings can cause people to reject all thought of God as their Creator and Judge.
This presentation will examine the evidence that has convinced so many about extraterrestrial aliens and the spontaneous origin of life, and show that the belief in these concepts is baseless and without merit. Sadly, when people look at the heavens, they now tend to ponder what else might be out there. Instead, we should be considering, in awe, the One who made the majestic universe. For as Psalm 19:1 reminds us, “The heavens declare the glory of God and the sky proclaim the work of His hands.”
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The human body is a wonder of God's creation that provides many extraordinary examples
of His creative power. Within each of us reside cells, organs, and systems that are interconnected and interdependent in ways that defy evolutionary explanation. Even today, many functions are not fully understood and yet evolutionists hold fast to their belief that this remarkable machine developed without a creator.
This presentation will highlight many amazing features of the human body, which offer testimony that we were "knit together" and "wonderfully made" to the glory of God.
For you
created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I
praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works
are wonderful, I know that full well.
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The
microscopic world was a previously invisible and unknown
realm of the creation. But through molecular studies and
modern technologies, science has revealed that the living
cell is operating at a level of technological sophistication
far beyond anything devised by man.
This presentation will highlight some of the most amazing
things that God has made. This formerly unseen part of
creation provides testimony of His glory and clear
refutation of Darwinism. Within each and every organism reside
bio-mechanical systems and molecular machines, which provide
unmistakable evidence of intelligent design. Although this
world was unknown to Darwin and his contemporaries, modern
day evolutionists hold resolute that this remarkable
complexity developed through purely natural processes.
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Modern technologies have provided mankind with a look at the the creation never before seen.
Advancements in molecular biology and microscopy have revealed a nano-scale
complexity that Darwin and his contemporaries could never have imaged.
Likewise developments in astronomy have given us a sense of the immense
scale of the cosmos.
This presentation aptly uses discoveries from both the microscopic and
macroscopic realms to guide believers to a better appreciation of the Glory of God. Drawing from
electron micrographs and space telescope images, we will take a tour of His
works that reveal the magnificence that is our Father in heaven.
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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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