Ken Ham’s alliance with Doug Wilson at The Ark Encounter reveals a troubling shift from scientific claims to a culture war stance. Gutsick Gibbon's exposé on Wilson's cult-like methods highlights abusive patriarchal control, financial manipulation, and an “us vs. them” mentality that threatens women and children.
In "The Proud Scientific Ignorance of a Christian Nationalist," Gutsick Gibbon dismantles Doug Wilson's scientific misconceptions with precision. Her analysis reveals Wilson's blatant misunderstandings of evolution and geology, underscoring a troubling blend of ignorance and confidence. This isn’t just a critique; it’s a wake-up call about the dangerous spread of misinformation.
The Dead Sea, a hypersaline lake between Jordan and Israel, faces rapid decline due to human activities diverting the Jordan River and high evaporation rates. While historically fluctuating, recent developments have accelerated water loss, leading to environmental and economic challenges, including shoreline retreat and sinkhole formation. And how does the shrinking Dead Sea help us understand its origins?
By Joel DuffDecember 2024 As a fellow believer in Christ and someone deeply committed to the truth of the Gospel, I write this with a heavy heart. Over the years, I have watched Doug Wilson’s influence grow within certain circles of the church, particularly among those who subscribe to the Reformed faith. His articulate demeanor,... Continue Reading →
The contemporary Christian landscape starkly mirrors the biblical choice between Jesus and Barabbas. Many church leaders prioritize political power, embracing figures like Trump as saviors instead of holding to Christ's teachings. This troubling trend reveals a deep theological disconnect, prompting Christians to confront a critical question: will they choose Jesus' values or Barabbas' worldly might?
Misinformation masquerading as divine evidence has become pervasive within some Christian circles. A viral post claiming ants intentionally cut seeds to prevent germination is a fabrication. This false narrative not only damages scientific integrity but also taints the credibility of faith. Truth should be the foundation of belief; don’t share lies.
The Dead Sea, located in the Jordan Valley, is Earth's lowest elevation on land, renowned for its high salinity and unique ecosystem. Its declining water levels raise concerns over environmental impacts and provide opportunities for scientific exploration, particularly regarding its geological origins and biblical significance, as this series will examine.
A recent Nature paper reveals insights from fossilized dinosaur droppings, or coprolites, showing dinosaurs evolved from small omnivores to larger specialized eaters. Advanced imaging techniques allow detailed analysis of their diets, challenging young-earth creationist models by showcasing geological progression, preservation, and ecological diversity over millions of years, supporting an old Earth perspective.
In the Moroccan desert, millions of mosasaur teeth embedded in phosphate challenge the young Earth creationist viewpoint. The sheer volume and stratification of these fossils are impossible to explain under a rapid flood model. This evidence underscores a deeper, more complex history of Earth.
Ken Ham's insistence that feathered dinosaurs are merely birds continues to be an obsession of his. His claims rely on selective evidence and misunderstanding of scientific theories. The robust connections between dinosaurs and birds, supported by extensive fossil records like Eosinopteryx, continue to undermine his arguments, revealing a clear ideological bias rather than intellectual rigor.
The Dead Sea is more than just a salty pit; it's a geological and historical goldmine challenging conventional beliefs. Upcoming is a provocative 12-part series that merges science with scripture, daring you to rethink the Earth's age and the intertwined narratives of faith and geology.
Donna Mullenax's article argues that short-lived comets challenge the solar system's age, suggesting it must be under 10,000 years. However, this view ignores the evidence for the Oort Cloud and Kuiper Belt, which can readily explain ongoing comet replenishment.
Calvin Smith's article explores the historical impact of Charles Lyell's uniformitarianism on societal beliefs, asserting that it contributed to cultural instability by undermining biblical narratives. While seeking to challenge Lyell's motivations, Smith overlooks the complexities of his contributions and the integration of both gradual and catastrophic processes in modern geology, leading to several logical fallacies in his argument.
My response to Ken Ham's October 28, 2024 post, wherein I express my concern over a perceived false dichotomy between biblical authority and compromise. I argue for emphasizing unity in the Church, the significance of the gospel, and the importance of fostering love rather than division among believers.
Young-earth creationist claims about nature's design fall flat when examined closely. The intricacies of the Southern Masked Weaver and countless species challenge the notion of a simple divine creation. The required "hyper-evolution" to account for bird diversity post-Noah is a contradiction that shatters their credibility and exposes their flawed logic.
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