This is the highest resolution image of the Sun ever taken. That tiny dot in the upper right is Earth. There’s 93 million miles between the sun and that tiny dot. The light we see from the sun is eight minutes old. The sun is a star, not a planet. A ball of hot plasma, … Continue reading How the Sun led me back to the Son
Astronomy
The Heavens Proclaim the Glory of God
In his Reflections on the Psalms, here is how C.S. Lewis described Psalm 19: "I take this to be the greatest poem in the Psalter and one of the greatest lyrics in the world." The psalm begins, The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to … Continue reading The Heavens Proclaim the Glory of God
The Peculiar Planet Known as Uranus
The favorite planet of every middle school boy, right? While astronomers pronounce the planet’s name with the accent on the first syllable, the planet gets a lot of giggles at the expense of the many who place the accent on the second syllable. But, for a moment, let’s move beyond the planet’s name and try … Continue reading The Peculiar Planet Known as Uranus
The Universe is Telling of God’s Glory
"The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge." Psalm 19:1-2 The biblical view of creation is not in conflict with science; rather, it is in conflict with any worldview that starts without a creator. Our vast galaxy, … Continue reading The Universe is Telling of God’s Glory
Is Christianity Anti-Science?
"...many have come to believe something very odd about Christianity: that it is anti-science, anti-reason, anti-progressive phenomenon fueled by blind faith. That is not Christian faith at all!" Former atheist, Josh McDowell In addition, I would encourage the reader to consider McDowell's quote (above) in light of the arguments for God's existence from the myriad … Continue reading Is Christianity Anti-Science?