Posted on 03/06/2008 2:57:25 AM PST by Jet Jaguar
That removes the possibility for an old universe with life on other planets.
= = =
I disagree.
There’s nothing in Scripture precluding life on other planets. Nothing.
There are hints that such is true. But merely hints.
And the notion that the earth is only 6,000 years old is, imho, utter nonsense.
It may be 6,000 years or so since Adam and since it was mushed over, was formeless and void and began a new after the overhaul . . . but that’s a different issue.
You obviously haven’t seen one
or
you’d know the differences instantly.
Really, the size of the universe is irrelevant to the discussion of life on other planets. If God wanted to create live on other planets, He’ll do it — regardless of how many planets there are.
I’m with C.S. Lewis on this one: I don’t know. But there’s nothing in Scripture to say that God did *not* create live on other planets. And the questions! Did they sin? Do they need a Savior? If so, is Jesus their Savior, or did the Son incarnate into that species? Great questions!
I agree wholesale.
But that verse about
ALL CREATION GROANS YEARNING EXPECTANTLY EAGERLY [SEEMINGLY NEEDINGLY] FOR THE MANIFESTATION OF THE SONS OF GOD
whatever else it means . . .
could easily mean vast numbers of planets with vast populations
awaiting deliverance from the plague of sin . . . and satan’s rebellion . . .
by the JOINT HEIRS RULING AND REIGNING WITH CHRIST over countless galaxies and endless ages.
What makes it utter nonsense?
I have too seen a kite!
Sort of the same thing as saying it's true I read it on the Internet!! Lots of people have seen UFO's and they did not live in mobile homes.
I appreciate your being both biblical and open minded. Our Lord is a mystery, and has created a mysterious universe. What’s certain is that those of us who’ve placed their faith in Christ will be joining Him forever in heaven. What’s not certain is “what’s out there.”
I’m not saying there are no extraterrestials, and I’m not saying there are. I honestly do not know.
Evidence indicates that the earth itself and the universe is very, very old. Older than 6,000 years.
This is not inconsistent with Scripture, which implies a “gap” of time between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 1:2. The heavens and earth were created, and then they “became” without form and void, according to some biblical scholars. There very well could have been millions or billions of years in that “gap.”
But I don’t know for certain.
There are written Chinese documents at least 7,000 years old.
That’s just one reason.
Silly rabbit.
Likewise. Thanks tons.
Blessings to you and your loved ones.
This sounds like a flip response but it is very much not intended to be. Evidence indicates that there is no God. Please consider carefully what qualifies as "evidence".
This is not inconsistent with Scripture, which implies a “gap” of time between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 1:2. The heavens and earth were created, and then they “became” without form and void, according to some biblical scholars. There very well could have been millions or billions of years in that “gap.”
So you believe the bible through and through but you also believe the gap theory?
That’s just one reason.
And you take that evidence over the bible? Someone wrote in Chinese 5000 BC on a document or something?
THE BIBLE
IS CONSISTENT WITH FACT, TRUTH, GOD
AND REALITY AS WE —RELIABLY— OBSERVE AND EXPERIENCE IT.
NONSENSICAL statements and perspectives
are not any great support of Scripture.
The assertion made is sort of like walking into a library room with Britanica yearbooks back to 7000 years ago and denying that a thousand years of the documentably authentic year books in front of one’s face existed or were authentically real.
NONSENSE.
I disagree with you that “Evidence indicates that there is no God.” All creation speaks of a Creator. All of creation.
I am inclined to believe that Scripture allows for a gap of time between the first two verses of Scripture. Yes, I believe the Bible through and through.
QUIT YELLING
Interesting, where in the bible does it say Earth has the only living creatures in the universe? I missed that verse. I, for one, would like to be told why believing in UFOs is inconsistent with believing in God.
Where does the constitution give power to the federal government to send tax money to Afica?
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.