Does Science prove the Bible? This series examines the relationship between different disciplines of Science & the Bible and the arguments surrounding this topic.
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Intro: Is Science the True God? | 45 minutes
Welcome to the first video in an 11-part series titled “Science & the Bible!”. This introduction addresses the question “is science god?” and the problems associated with making science your true god. The “Science & the Bible” series examines the relationship between different disciplines of Science and the Bible and the arguments surrounding this topic.
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Episode 1: Did God Create the Universe? | 44 minutes
Welcome to the second video in an 11-part series titled “Science & the Bible!” This second lesson highlights the case for intelligent design within the scientific community, the scientific probability problems of evolutionary theory, the scriptural problems with the theistic evolution and God’s nature as a Creator based on descriptions from scripture.
The popular narrative is that evolutionary theory is widely accepted as fact among scientists and even among Christians where theistic evolution is becoming more prominent. However, there are many scientists, including atheists, who, when considering the mathematical probability and complexity of the universe, admit life is nothing short of a miracle and the existence of an intelligent designer is possible.
Theistic evolution runs into conflict with Old and New Testament descriptions of God as a Creator.
Evolutionary Theory runs into conflict with mathematics and scientific probability. The Bible is not a science textbook, but it is essential for us to recognize when it is describing the natural world, and the processes God has designed that we observe as physics, biology, meteorology and others. These descriptions are correct and will be explored in more detail in the following lessons.
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Episode 2: Physical Science Proves the Bible | 60 minutes
This third lesson explores Physical Science, the historical development of evolutionary theory and Catastrophism, the Biblical ties to Physical Science and these theories, and finally the importance of the first and second law of thermodynamics.
The theory of Uniformity developed in the 18th century by a Scottish geologist is what eventually gave birth to the theory of Evolution and the idea of an old earth with a long Geological Time Scale. Uniformity cannot be tested because of its long-time scale.
In contrast Catastrophism, a much older and easily observable geological view, takes the perspective that the earth is not as old and is geologically shaped by catastrophes such as floods, volcanic eruptions and earthquakes.
How do these two views change our interpretation of evidence like the Grand Canyon? How do these theories stack up against Physics and laws of thermodynamics?
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Episode 3: Meteorology Proves the Bible | 38 Minutes
The field of meteorology offers many examples of science in the Bible. This lesson examines the history of and development of Meteorology as a science and evidence of the hydrologic cycle in Scripture. This is the fourth video in our 11 part series titled “Science & the Bible!” This series examines the relationship between different disciplines of Science and the Bible and the arguments surrounding this topic.
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Episode 4: Geology Proves the Bible | 68 minutes
This lesson examines more closely the field of Geology, its historical development and the geological descriptions that can be found in the Bible.
The Bible does not have much to say on geology but the little it does is striking. For instance, Isaiah describes the earth as if he’s describing the theory of Isostasy. The nature and location of fossils across the globe from aquatic creatures in the Himalayas to jelly fish in central Wisconsin point to evidence of a worldwide catastrophe, mirroring the account of Noah’s flood.
This lesson also addresses the problems with Flat Earth theory being embraced by some Christian leaders and the misuse of scripture.
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Episode 5: Oceanography Proves the Bible | 53 Minutes
This lesson covers the field of Oceanography and how we came to map currents and the seafloor in addition to some questions regarding the “Sea Monster” from the book of Jonah.
Many do not know that what inspired American Navy Captain Matthew Maury to sound the ocean floor and map current was a Bible study. Some of the oldest texts of scripture refer to mountains, currents and springs in the ocean while the science of the time taught something entirely different. We know now that the biblical descriptions of the sea were correct all along!
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Episode 6: Astronomy Proves the Bible | 70 Minutes
This lesson covers the field of Astronomy in the Bible and how the science has changed over the centuries. Our ideas about the universe, even as early as the 20th century, might seem very silly to us today, thanks to new knowledge obtained by satellites, probes, and advancements in telescopes.
How does the Bible stack up to our modern understanding of the universe? This lesson also covers the debate among some Christians on whether scripture supports a geocentric or heliocentric model.
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Episode 7: Human Anatomy Proves the Bible | 44 Minutes
In this lesson we will look at what the Bible has recorded about Human Biology, particularly around the crucifixion of Jesus. The Bible does not have a lot to say about this topic but does give us a solid foundation of information, namely around the nature of blood.
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Episode 8: Medicine and the Bible | 62 Minutes
What was the purpose of Levitical law/Mosaic law in the Bible? It turns out there is a very practical side to it.
In this lesson we will look at what the Bible has to say about Medicine. From the principles of quarantine to garbage disposal, physical fitness and even dealing with poop, it turns out the Bible has a lot to say about staying healthy and living healthy. Tune in to find out how God instructed His people to live and why these instructions were incredible and important, even for our modern lives!
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Episode 9: Nutrition and the bible | 81 Minutes
In this session we will explore the topic of Nutrition. The Jewish diet based on the Mosaic Law is known for its dietary restrictions. It was completely different from any other ancient diet we know of. Why would God have such strict dietary rules? It turns out there are some scientific and medical reasons behind it.
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Episode 10: Psychology and Mental Health in the Bible | 64 Minutes
Does God care about my mental health? What does mental health in the Bible look like?
In this session we will look at what the Bible has to say about Psychology and Mental Health. The Bible has several books dedicated to this domain covering everything from maintaining a good character, meditation, and handling stress. In fact you could develop an entire Bible study series on this topic! This episode will introduce you to a few principles the Bible lays out for taking care of your mind and soul.
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Studies Mentioned in this Lesson: Int J Psychiatry Med 2009;39(4):377-92. doi: 10.2190/PM.39.4.c.; “A randomized trial of the effect of prayer on depression and anxiety.” https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.2190/PM.39.4.c https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20391859/ Mayo Clin Proc. 2001;76:1225-1235, “Religious Involvement, Spirituality, and Medicine: Implications for Clinical Practice.” Mueller, Plevak, Rummans https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(11)62799-7/pdf https://mayoclinic.pure.elsevier.com/en/publications/religious-involvement-spirituality-and-medicine-implications-for- Mental Floss, 7 Benefits of Helping Others https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/71964/7-scientific-benefits-helping-others Berkley Study Should We Train Doctors for Empathy? Jill Suttie, Psy.D. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/should_we_train_doctors_for_empathy Christian Medical Fellowship. “Health Benefits of Christian Faith” by Alex Bunn and David Randall CMF File # 44, 2011 https://www.cmf.org.uk/resources/publications/content/?context=article&id=25627 Cedars-Sinai Blog, “The Science of Kindness.” Feb 13, 2019 Cedars-Sinai Staff https://www.cedars-sinai.org/blog/science-of-kindness.html JIS, “The Costs of Seeking Self-Esteem,” Vol. 58, Issue 3, 2002 https://www.deepdyve.com/lp/wiley/the-costs-of-seeking-self-esteem-8qTTqc0JIs NIH Benefits Of Meditation https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/meditation-in-depth EXCLI Journal Experimental and Clinical Sciences 2017; 16: 1057–1072 “The Impact of Stress on Body Function: A Review” https://www.excli.de/vol16/Sahebkar_Panahi_21072017_proof.pdf None of These Diseases by McMillen and Stern https://www.amazon.com/None-These-Diseases-S-McMillen/dp/0800752333 Holistic Nursing Practice. “Humor: and Antidote for Stress.” 1996 Jan;10(2):49-56 https://journals.lww.com/hnpjournal/Abstract/1996/01000/Humor__An_antidote_for_stress.7.aspx Harvard Medical Magazine, Winter 2015, Ðancing and the Brain https://hms.harvard.edu/news-events/publications-archive/brain/dancing-brain British Medical Journal, “Psychosocial singing interventions for the mental health and well-being of family carers of patients with cancer: results from a longitudinal controlled study,” August 10, 2019 https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/9/8/e026995 Music Credits: Stock Music provided by EnhancedVision, from Pond5 Unsplash Photo Credits: Fakurian Design, Gaspar Uhas, Chris Liverani, Samuel Martins, Helena Lopes, __ drz __, Junior REIS, Tim Marshall, Edward Cisneros, Sara Dabaghian, Ian Stauffer, Luis Villasmil, Stormy All, bruce mars Wikimedia Commons: Guido Reni, http://jmh.sagepub.com/
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