Exploring Creation

The Exploring Creation website studies the scientific, scriptural, and social aspects of creationism with an emphasis on the relationship between mankind and the Creator. Creationism is the belief that the entire universe and all of life were created in a special act by the Creator and is based on the Genesis account of a seven day act of creation.

The scriptural aspects of Creationism are explored under five main themes on this website. First is the Creator and His word which examine methods of worship and studying Scripture. Second is the original creation which studies the physical and spiritual aspects of life with a focus on the judgments that have come through mankind's disobedience. Third is the covenant relationship between the Creator and mankind. Fourth is the salvation and redemption that are offered through the Messiah's sacrifice as our Savior. Fifth is the battle with evil and the ongoing struggle mankind has with rebellion against righteousness.

The scientific aspects of Creationism explore the physical sciences which study non-living matter, the earth sciences which examine the planet Earth, and the biological sciences which focus on plants, animals, and mankind. As a scientific study, theories of Creationism make predictive models and hypotheses of the physical world and universe based on the concepts of a special creation. Experiments and research are then conducted to see if these predictions are found to be true. Often, this research involves exactly the same information and experimental data as collected by evolutionists, however, the interpretation of the data is often found to support Creationism much better than the Theory of Evolution.

The social aspects of Creationism explore the great questions of life and how the answers to these questions impact society. It includes the topics of natural philosophy, secular science, and evolution theory due to their large impact in the world and their contrast to Creationism. It also includes philosophical discussions regarding pain, pleasure, morality, and religion in general.

Elohim created the Heavens and the Earth including the plants, the animals, and mankind. He spoke them into existence in a literal seven day act of creation.

Scripture is the authoritative and accurate word of Elohim to mankind. The majority of Scripture is written in a literal and straightforward style. It is correct in describing the creation and both the physical and spiritual aspects of life. The central theme of Scripture is Elohim's relationship with mankind.

The original creation was very good and was made subject to mankind's authority. However, due to mankind's disobedience, creation has experienced a series of judgments and curses that cause deterioration and destruction. The most prominent historical judgments include the pronouncement of death and a worldwide flood.

The physical aspect of life deals with what can be observed with the senses and studied through science. Generally, what happens in the physical is a result or effect of what has already happened in the spiritual. This is especially true in the perspective of a covenant relationship.

The spiritual aspect of life is measured in righteousness and its effects are experienced in the physical through peace or suffering. It includes the spoken word, blessing and cursing, as well as angels and demons.

Creation was made to be inhabited and the Earth was placed under the authority of mankind who is made in the image of Elohim. The Almighty desires a special relationship with mankind and the desire of our life should be that close relationship.

Elohim's relationship with mankind comes in the form of a covenant. Throughout history, multiple covenants have been made with individuals, groups of people, nations, and all of mankind. The covenant is basically a spiritual contract with physical ramifications including blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience.

Righteousness and submission to the covenant are followed by judgment. Disobedience and the breaking of the covenant are also followed by judgment. A judgment can come on a personal, national, or global level and often comes in a physical form as a result of something that is spiritually right or wrong.

Due to mankind's disobedience and breaking of the covenants there is a separation from the Almighty that includes the judgment of death. An atonement is needed to bring mankind back into close relationship. This is the work of the Messiah, the eternal king and priest, who came in physical form to die in mankind's place and redeem him from death.

Scripture contains many prophecies about the creation, the future of mankind, and the work of the Messiah. The culmination of this is a final judgment on mankind, a new heavens and earth, and close eternal relationship with Elohim for believers in the Messiah.

There is an ongoing rebellion against righteousness in the spiritual and disobedience to the covenant in the physical. This battle is led by Satan and it greatly effects the life of mankind. Although in many ways the angelic creatures are very powerful, through the Messiah believers have been given an authority that is ultimately greater in this battle.

One of the greatest battle grounds between righteousness and evil comes in the form of true worship. Elohim has stated how mankind is to have a relationship with Himself. The religious traditions of man (whether Christian, Rabbinical, or secular in origin) cause separation of mankind from the Almighty and the loss of blessing in life.

Science refers to either the entire collection of knowledge gained by mankind or to the scientific method used for gaining that knowledge. The knowledge of science includes what can be observed by the senses and, therefore, only deals with the physical world and universe. Models are often made to explain an event or phenomena. The scientific method is a process by which models and ideas are carefully tested and includes the steps of observation, research, hypothesis, prediction, experiment, and review.

Physics is the branch of science that studies forces, properties of matter, and the fundamental laws of nature. Physics study includes the topics of light, magnetism, heat, and electricity and has produced understanding and scientific laws regarding thermodynamics, motion, and the conservation of mass energy. Measurements within these topics and application of these laws give strong support for a young Earth only thousands of years old. They also give support to a special creation by displaying a universe that is wearing out and deteriorating rather than improving and building up.

Chemistry is the section of science that examines the properties, composition, and structure of elements, molecules, and compounds. There is an emphasis on how these items react, transform, and exchange energy when interacting with each other. The field of chemistry demonstrates the youthfulness of the universe through the lack of reaching equilibrium and it also shows a special creation through the existence of the medium to heavy elements.

Astronomy is the scientific study of the physical universe beyond the Earth. Astronomy is one of the oldest of the sciences, which has been used in making calendars and the understanding the daily, monthly, and annual cycles of heat, light, and gravity. There is an emphasis on the relationship of the Earth with the Moon and this solar system. Measurements of planetary density, rotation, angular momentum, and magnetic fields all indicate a young solar system only a few thousand years old. The rapid spiral movement of galaxies, lack of supernova remnants, and existence of short and long term comets show the youthfulness of the entire universe.

Meteorology is the branch of science focusing on the Earth's atmosphere and weather. It focuses on structure and dynamics, long term atmospheric patterns and influences, and the day to day activity in the lower stratosphere. The field of meteorology gives support to a special creation and a worldwide flood through the drastic changes that have occurred in the atmosphere including reduced oxygen and pressure as well as the existence of the polar ice caps.

Geology is the scientific study of the Earth's land forms and the processes by which it is shaped and changed. There is an emphasis on the processes of deposition and erosion which has formed the surface that we know today. It also studies the chemical composition of inorganic elements and minerals formed by heat, crystallization, and pressure. The rates of erosion, deposition, and decay found on the Earth are consistent with a planet only thousands of years old. The rapid formation and deformation of sedimentary layers give evidence to a worldwide flood.

Hydrology is the section of science that studies the physical characteristics, mechanics, and dynamics of water and it's effects upon the Earth. Special attention is given to the hydrologic cycle close to the surface of the Earth. Available water is one of the strongest factors in a habitable environment for life. The actions of water has produced the Earth's current surface features more than any other physical process and gives strong evidence for a worldwide flood.

Botany is the branch of science that studies the physical properties of plants. Plants are complex organisms with a substantial impact regarding life, especially in terms of converting solar energy into food and the conversion of carbon dioxide into oxygen. Plants are strongly effected by the climate and landscape and yet are capable of also effecting weather and environment. The fossil record of plants gives strong evidence to a young Earth and a worldwide flood.

Zoology is the scientific study of animals including animal behavior, classification, relationship to environment, and anatomy. It includes both wild animals and domesticated animals used for food or work. The fossil record gives strong support for a special creation by the sudden appearance of complex life forms without intermediate kinds.

Anthropology is the study of mankind and cultures in science. It includes the fields of biology, linguistics, society and culture, and archaeology. The fossil record gives strong evidence to a special creation of mankind by showing man has existed at the same time as dinosaurs and that people did not develop from a primitive animal. It also shows the sudden appearance of many developed and complex language groups.

Exploring some of the questions and possible answers to the meaning of life with a special emphasis on the comparative answers given by the views of Creation and Evolution.

Exploring the concepts and impacts of Secularism in society. Secularism is the rejection or exclusion of religious considerations. It can be found in ancient Greek philosophies and beyond. After the Renaissance, secularism became a social movement which focused on human achievements and has been strongly anti-religious.