'Why Not Question' : Creationist vs Evolutionist - Part 1

2 Peter 3:8

But, beloved, be not ignorant (lanthano - to be or lie hid) of this one (mai - agree, one, first) thing, that one(mia - agree, one, first)day (hemera the time space between dawn and dark) is with the Lord as a thousand (chilioi - literal thousand) years (eniautos - literal year), and a thousand( (chilioi) -years(eniatutos) as one day (hemera - the time space between dawn and dark).

Evolutionists say the Earth is much older than the recorded history says. Creationists think the Bible means literally seven days. Yet, in this verse, it says a 'day' is as a thousand years. Note, the use of a simile here. Literally it means a day with the Lord is like a thousand years. Think Peter is trying to tell the believers something?


Gensis 1:1 In the beginning (reshith - first or former) God created (bara - to prepare, form, fashion, do, make)the heaven(shamayim - sky, unseen celestial places, heaved up things) and the Earth (erets - land, to be firm).

Evolutionists theorize that the that 'the big bang' created the universe. Even here in Genesis, created means to fashion and note one of the meanings to heaven is 'heaved things up'. Hmmmm...maybe both parties are really on the same page and just don't realize it.

Genesis 1:2 And the earth(erets - land, to be firm) was without form (tohu - a ruin, vacancy, to lie waste, a desolation of surface) and void (bohu - emptiness, undistinguishable ruin); and darkness (choshek - (misery, destruction, death, ignorance, sorrow, wickedness)was upon the face (panim - against, anger, battle, employ, endure, cast out, mark, look ) of the waters (mayim - liquid).

In this verse the reader is hit with a mixture of meanings. Could it be the Earth was a formless blob filled with liquid? The Evolutionists and Scientists seem to think so.

Yet, there seems to be something else. Another translation could be that the Earth was laid waste to by wickedness because of a battle and nothing was left but water?

Could it be between verse one and two that the battle in heaven between God and Lucifer happened and the Earth was destroyed because of it? It is an interesting matter of speculation and unfortunately, there simply isn't enough information to form a strong hypothesis.

However, it is interesting that in the following verses God simply speaks everything into existence, as if He were simply doing what he had done before and doesn't actually create anything until verse 21.

Another possible question is - could this have happened in the era of the dinosaurs? Scientists have found the asteroid that hit the Earth off the coast of Mexico. They also know what havoc the dust in the air would have caused and how almost every living thing died.

The main reason this is being asked, is because of the fowl of the air. We all know birds are the descendants from dinosaurs.

Next week Part 2 of Creationist vs Evolutionist

'Why Not Question' : The Blessing

As Christians, we are entitled to the Aaronik blessing given by God to the children of Israel in Numbers 6:23-27. How? According to a verse in the New Testament, Christians are grafted onto the branch of Judah. (Reference not given since the blogger has seen the verse but can't find it.) What that means is that as Christians we are have a part in the Jewish inheritance.

Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, on this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them.

The Lord bless (Barak - benefit) thee, and keep (shamar - take heed, protect)thee:
The Lord make his face shine ( or - give light or cause to shine) upon thee, and be gracious (chanan - literal gracious) unto thee.
The Lord lift up his countenance (panim - face) upon thee, and give thee peace (shalom - completeness).

And they shall put my name (shem - honor, authority, character) upon the children on Israel and I will bless (barak - benefit) them.

Wow! The Lord blesses his people. So why do we say 'May God Bless you'? We should say, 'God will bless you!' Because according to the Bible,God blesses his people. There is no 'he might'.

It's time for Christians to stand up with their Jewish brothers/sisters and claim what is part of our rightful inheritance.

'Why Not Question' : Movie Review - 'Courageous'

It has been an absolute delight to watch the development of both the acting skills and the quality improvement of the films done by Sherwood Pictures. 'Courageous' their fourth film, begins with a car theft, a chase scene and a 'Oh, my' moment.

The movie centers around four police officers and a construction worker, each of whom discover the importance of being not just a father, but also a husband. There are funny moments, like tossing plastic bottles into a trash can, moments which bring the audience to tears due to a tragedy, and those where one can't help but cheer with the victories won.

One interesting side note is the two tie-ins done with their previous film 'Fireproof'. The first, driving by the fire station and the second the news broadcast covered on the TV the main character, played by Alex Kendrik, is watching.

'Courageous' is highly recommended and has already has won a Dove award for family viewing.

Also recommended is the novelization done by Randy Alcorn, which fills in those missing gaps in the film and brings back some of characters met in 'Fireproof' and 'Facing the Giants'.

Also suggest picking up the soundtrack with songs by well known artists, Casting Crowns, Mark Harris, Third Day and many more. This is also their first film using a full orchestra.

'Why Not Question' : Book Review - 'Abigail's Story' by Ann Burton

'Women of the Bible' series, 'Abigail’s Story' by Ann Burton

Abigail was one of King David's wives, but little is said of her in the Bible. In this wonderful novel about her life you learn about how she came to be wed to Napal, her first 'unofficial' meeting with David, and the love that develops between them before the events unfold that force her to the decision that saves her worthless husband's life.

This adaption is a little edgy but well written. A good attempt by a secular publisher to try and infiltrate the Christian market. A must read for women who enjoy stories about Biblical figures.

'Why Not Question' : Book Review - 'The Shadow Women' by Angela Elwell Hunt

A fascinating fresh look at the life of Moses as told by the women who influenced him, his sister, his adoptive Egyptian Princess mom and his wife. Rich in tapestry and customs of the time, it shows another side to the tragedy and triumphant of the familiar story. It is a much needed addition, although fictional, to remind us all that not just men lived during Biblical days.

A must read for fans of historical fiction.

'The Shadow Women' by Angela Elwell Hunt

'Why Not Question' : Book Review - 'Happily Every After' by Susan May Warren

'Happily Ever After' by Susan May Warren

Mona bought an old Victorian house with plans to turn it into a bookstore and coffee shop. Assisting her is her best friend, Liza and a handyman she hires, Joe Michaels, who rents the apartment over the garage. But her handyman has his own mysterious past and when things begin to go wrong, she suspects he might be responsible.

A great combination of romance and mystery and a must read for fans of the genre.

'Why Not Question' : Book Review - 'The Redemption of Sarah Cain' by Beverly Lewis

‘The Redemption of Sarah Cain' by Beverly Lewis.

Completely different than the movie but wonderfully good. Sarah Cain's Amish sister dies and leaves the care of her five children to their successful, career orientated aunt. In the film version, Sarah brings the children to the big city, but in Ms. Lewis', she instead moves to her sister's house and takes over raising the children. There are touching moments and hints into the Amish life, not to mention a more clear ending than the film indicates in regards to Sarah's own future.

An absolute must read for fans of Amish fiction. Beverly Lewis is, as far as the blogger knows, the one who began the trend.