Bible Authenticity

According to an article published March 10, 2016 on BBC News, scientists have discovered the oldest-known fossil of a pine tree. The article says: “these oldest pine fossils are preserved as charcoal, the product of fire, suggesting that the co-occurrence of fire and pines is something that’s very ancient, that goes back to the very origin of these first pine trees.” If fire and pines “co-evolved,” why is it not possible they were both created by the same creator? There are no other options. read more

The above article was published in the Tallahassee Democrat newspaper on October 17, 2015.

While it is unwise to be dogmatic, this discovery sounds a lot like the Bible’s account of the global flood, and its resultant destruction, as recorded at Genesis 7:17-23. At the very least, this discovery does not contradict the Bible.

There is a new BBC News article that reports that the earth’s magnetic shield is older than scientists previously thought. The story can be read here: http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-33721393

Scientists say the magnetic shield makes the earth unique when compared to other planets, because it shields out harmful solar radiation. This is only one of the thousands of “lucky accidents” making the earth just right for life! Actually, it’s the work of the “one perfect in knowledge.” (Job 36:4) read more