The Big Bang - Evolution always comes to nothing.

Some refuse to believe in God and put all their faith in scientific theories. They accept the ‘theory of evolution’ because they cannot accept the Bible's version that man and the universe appeared from nothing. But how can something come from nothing? It must have an origin. Evolutionary thinking desperately tries to link one life form with another under the premise - given enough time, anything can happen. However, on the scientific journey to link all life, the question must be asked: How did the first life originate on our lifeless planet? Did it pop up from nothing, or did it arrive on some cosmic taxi? 
If it is suggested first life arrived from another planet, the question then arises: Where did life on that planet originate? Continued questioning will reach the point of asking: Where did the first source of life originate? There are only two conclusions: (1) it has always been there without beginning, or (2) there was nothing and suddenly there was something. This is the dilemma of the origin of the universe. It either never had a start (infinity past), or there was nothing and suddenly there was something (the Big Bang theory).

Isn’t it odd that some cannot believe in an infinite God who created the universe from nothing; but, instead, would rather accept that our infinitely complex universe (which the human finite mind cannot possibly comprehend), designed itself from a Big Bang (0=1).  We should question putting faith in scientific theories which refuse to accept that something may originate from nothing - and yet start their original premise with a Big Bang. Evolution is simply the belief that in the beginning there was nothing – the nothing exploded and gradually created everything.  (Genesis 1:1)

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Nature's Program

Computers operate via a series of coded instructions called programs.  Although few of us ever meet the originators responsible for these programs, we don’t delude ourselves thinking computers programmed themselves without an original programmer.

How do birds know how to build a nest? How do bees know how to make honey?  How do beavers know how to dam a river?  How do spiders know how to design a web?  How can certain fish and birds migrate thousands of kilometres then return each year with satellite accuracy?  How do blind, miniscule, newly born kangaroos know how to wriggle their way from the birth canal all the way to the mother’s pouch to suckle milk? There are so many inexplicable natural phenomena swept under the carpet with the word, ‘INSTINCT’.  Do we delude ourselves thinking everything in nature has programmed itself?
In fields such as engineering, academic minds continue to learn complex lessons from nature.  Shouldn’t we be asking where nature learnt these lessons, or will we casually say - given time they happen by themselves?  The Bible declares that in nature, everything is created by God.  Therefore, He is the Original Programmer who wrote the coded instructions we call instinct.

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The Intelligent Designer

Two bushmen, who lived in the remote outback, went for a long walk and stumbled upon a city.
‘Wow!  How do you think that got there?’ one asked the other.
The second bushman, who considered himself quite scientific, replied: ‘Well, there are two theories.  First, there is the “Big-Prang Theory” where two mountains collided and all the rocks accidentally fell into place, forming what you see before you.  The second theory which most educated people accept is known as the “Ever-Popular-Solution” or “Evolution” for short.  This is where, given the right circumstances and enough time, rocks and minerals arrange themselves into complex mathematical shapes, complete with flashing lights and strange vehicles whizzing around them.’
The first bushman scratched his head, saying: ‘I don’t know, mate - it seems as if someone designed it.’
‘Don’t be stupid,’ laughed the second. ‘You’ve gotta be pretty simple-minded to believe that.’

It is just as unlikely for a city to accidentally form itself as a DNA molecule (the most efficient information storage system in the known universe) is to form accidentally.  Or, to use another example, frayed dinosaur scales transforming into symmetrical bird feathers is as likely as a frayed t-shirt transforming into an Armani suit.
Many eminent scientists, who see the enormous problems in outdated and unproven theories, are re-examining the scientific facts and concluding that everything in creation has intelligent design.   So if there is intelligent design to creation, wouldn’t that indicate there is an Intelligent Designer? (Hebrews 11:3)

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The Whisper-Still Voice

There are many sounds we hear constantly, but when they become familiar we cease to heed them.

Many people say, ‘If God exists, why doesn’t He reveal Himself with a big, booming voice from Heaven?’ 
God purposely created us with volition.  He is a Gentleman and will not coerce our free-will.  While it’s true His voice can topple mountains, a big booming voice from Heaven would scare us all into submission.  God does not want us to worship Him because of fear but because of love.  That is not to say He is always silent.  He actually talks to us all the time in a whisper-still voice so as not to intrude on our free-will.  We often call the ‘Voice of God’ our conscience.  He speaks to us constantly, but we either tell Him to be quiet or, sadly, we have ceased to listen to Him altogether.   

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Tracking Evolution

A good tracker soon finds where someone or something has been by following various signs of progression.  If no evidence is found, the tracker quickly concludes he is on the wrong track.

Charles Darwin (father of the theory of evolution) argued that accumulated small changes eventually lead to new species.  If this were so we would be able to track these changes to their origin.  However, no fossils have been found to link one species with another – the missing links remain missing.  Darwin also stated (in Origin of Species, 6th edition, New York University Press, 1988. P. 154), that if it could be demonstrated that any complex organ existed which ‘could not’ possibly have been formed by numerous, successive, slight modifications, his theory would break down.
As science has developed, we learn that many organs are too complex to be reduced by numerous, successive, slight modifications.  Dr Michael J Behe, professor of biochemistry at Lehigh University concludes ‘no one … can give a detailed account of how the cilium, or vision, or blood clotting, or any complex biochemical process might have developed in a Darwinian fashion.’(Behe p. 187).  However, supporters of evolution claim that it’s not impossible but merely improbable that organs, such as the eyeball, have evolved… as they continue to flog the proverbial dead horse.
Since science has come to so many dead ends in tracking evolution, maybe it’s time to admit it is on the wrong track.  We should take Darwin’s own advice and bin his theories, then start appreciating the complex design behind nature and the One who designed it.  (Hebrews 11:3)  

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Faith without Evidence

If someone said he had a theory that elephants evolved from prehistoric flying pigs, we might want to see their evidence before accepting it as fact.  If they said they’d found no evidence or the evidence was missing, it would take an enormous step of faith to believe their theory.

Evolution: a belief that in the beginning there was nothing – the nothing exploded and gradually created everything. 
It would seem the world’s greatest faith is placed in the belief in evolution and its ever-changing theories. Yet generally unbeknown to the public, no palaeontologist has presented any supportable evidence of the magical transition from one species to another, especially when considering more than 250, 000 different fossil species have been found to date.  The link between man and ape remains missing.  All supposed links between dinosaurs and birds have been refuted by experts in the field as unfit candidates. 
To date, no one has witnessed any lifeless chemicals arranging themselves into complex information-bearing bio-molecules needed for life.  The odds of just one single protein molecule (in all its mathematical complexity) being arranged by chance has been calculated at 1 in 100 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 000.  However, 239 protein molecules are needed for the smallest theoretical life.
It is ironic that many people refute beliefs of Christianity on the basis of lack of supportable evidence, but happily turn to ‘theories’ of evolution, never once questioning – where is the evidence?

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The Infinite Universe

Each night, the universe stares down and challenges us to understand it.  However, the infinite universe is something far beyond our finite minds to comprehend.  It is something that may not have a start or an end.  If it does - what is beyond?  Heaven!  Then what is beyond Heaven?  Nothing!  Then what is beyond Nothing?
Our finite minds can easily state what infinity is (academically), yet it can not possibly grasp something that has no start, middle or end.  We would be very foolish to say that the universe does not exist simply on the basis that it is beyond our complete understanding.

In a similar way, an infinite God is far beyond human understanding.  Our finite minds cannot possibly comprehend a Being who has no beginning or end, is all-powerful, all-knowing and is everywhere at the same time.  It is impossible for our finite minds to academically grasp Him.  Consequently, many are quick to state, ‘God does not exist’.  However, we cannot reject God (and still remain objective) because He doesn’t conveniently fit into the limited range of human understanding.  If we do, we should equally state, ‘The universe does not exist’.

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A Creator behind Creation

A book requires an author - like a program requires a programmer - like a poem requires a poet - like a design requires a designer - like an invention requires an inventor - like creation requires a Creator.

When we see an artwork, do we believe that the artwork created itself or is it self evident that an artist created it?
Animals are programmed for survival (zoologists call it instinct). Who is the programmer? 
Science acknowledges that all scientific laws are constant and governed. If this is so, who is the governor? 
Science also acknowledges a design to all of creation. Who is the designer? 
There is much talk of the Laws of Nature. Who is the one upholding these Laws?
It would be easier for the most intricate micro-chip to intelligently form itself from raw matter, than a DNA molecule (the most efficient information storage system in the known universe) to do the same.
Did creation really create itself? There is the option of believing in Darwin’s clever ‘Natural Selection’ which if given enough time can theoretically create (from nothing) all intricately designed creatures and then program them with a moral sense and instinct. Or, we can believe that behind all things in creation is an incredible Creator.

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Swimming Aimlessly

When we dive into the ocean with our eyes open, images are unclear.  The water blurs our vision and everything is vague.  Without any aid, we are unable to identify the objects surrounding us.  However, when we put on a diving mask or goggles, the sea world suddenly comes into focus.  We can now marvel at the ocean in a way we never could before.  We can see very clearly the direction in which we are heading, appreciate the beauty of the ocean and identify what is friendly and what is dangerous. 

Life can seem pretty vague.  For many of us, we journey aimlessly through our lives trying to find sense and purpose to something that seems pointless.  Aren’t we taught (through theories of evolution), that we live simply to breed, then die!  Is there a higher purpose to life?  If there is, how can we possibly see things clearly?
When we look at life through the Word of God (Bible), everything takes on a completely different appearance.  We see things with a clarity that could never be attained relying on our own resources.  Suddenly, there is understanding as to why certain things happen.  We can discern beauty in a way we could never appreciate before. We can clearly see our destination and purpose in life. 
God never intended us to travel through life disorientated and vulnerable to every danger.  He gave us goggles (Bible) to see clearly – it is up to us to put them on. (Psalms 119:105, Hebrews 4:12)

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Absolute Truth

A psychologist said to his patient: ‘Most crazy people think they are sane.’ 
The woman replied: ‘But I think I’m sane.’
‘Ah-ha,’ said the psychologist, ‘that only proves you’re crazy.’

The world regards people who believe in God as crazy.  As Christians, what can we say to those who assume their evolutionary world-view is proven fact – and that any view which differs to theirs is simply foolish ignorance?  Sadly, very little.
Investigative science can neither prove nor disprove God’s existence.  Still, many prominent scientists declare God is pure fiction on the basis of improbability.  Ironically, at the same time they argue that the problems mounting in their ‘theories of evolution’ should not be labelled impossible, but merely improbable (not objective science).
All origin theories are based on unproven foundations and personal belief.  Yet great orators in evolution and religion use established facts when trying to prove their pet hypothesis.  In the end, no matter what people say, theorize or believe, there can be only one immutable and absolute truth which will not bend for any twisted logic in scientific theories, psychology or religion.  The issue facing all creatures with free-will is: ‘What will we choose to believe?’  If life teaches us anything, we will inevitably be accountable for those beliefs and the choices we make. (Romans 1:28)

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IQ Test

We label a person as either an imbecile or a genius based on the results of an IQ test – which in turn depend simply on the number of questions answered correctly in a given time. 

There is another IQ test which eternally classifies us as genius or moron.  God has given us a certain amount of time (life on earth) to answer one simple question - what do you think of Christ?  Our answer will determine whether we are an eternal genius or an eternal moron.  Isn’t it amazing that the IQ test that really matters has only one question – Do you believe Jesus Christ paid the penalty for your wrongdoings and died on your behalf so you may have everlasting life?  One correct answer can make a foolish believer wiser than the most brilliant unbeliever. (1 Corinthians 3: 18-19)

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When God Knocks

A teenage boy, playing a computer game, heard a knock on the front door.  He chose to ignore it.  Soon after his mother came downstairs and asked, ‘Did you answer the door?’ 
The boy replied, ‘I didn’t want to - someone may have been there.’

We often deny God’s existence for many reasons.  Sometimes, it’s simply because we don’t want Him to exist.  We may be highly committed to theories of evolution. We can be so preoccupied acquiring material things or fulfilling personal ambitions that we think our plans will be upset if we concede that there is a God.  
God reveals Himself in so many ways - through Creation, His Word, our conscience and various other agents.  Every person, without exception, hears God knocking.  But many of us don’t want to answer just in case someone is there and we have to stop what we are doing.  God is a Gentleman!  He will not force entry into our lives.  It is up to us to answer the door and let Him in.  Understandably, no one wants to be disturbed by an unwelcome guest, but God is the Creator of the Universe and He comes bearing a great gift, which is eternal salvation.  We have so much to lose by ignoring God.  Change that may occur in our life by answering God’s call will only be a change for the better. (Romans 1:20, Rev 3:20)

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Recommended Reading on "Defending Christianity".

The Creation Answers Book.   Batten, D.  Carchpoole, D.  Sarfati, J.  Wieland, C. Creation Book Publishers. 2006.

Evolution - A Fairy Tale for Grownups . Comfort, Ray.  2008.  Bridge-Logos

Fatal Flaws.   Hanegraff, Hank.  2003.  W Publishing Group.

Refuting Evolution 1&2 .   Jonathan Sarfati, Ph.D. Master Books Publishers. 2004.

The Dawkins Delusion.   Alister McGrath SPCK Publishers. 2007.