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Lasting InfluenceThrough its 50 years of ministry, the Institute for Creation Research has been blessed by the faithful influence, wise perspectives, and generous support of many friends and colleagues. We’ve...Biblical SuccessionAnd the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. (2 Timothy 2:2) This year, the Institute for Creation Research...Contamination Claims Can't Cancel Radiocarbon ResultsRadiocarbon (C-14) keeps popping up in the wrong places. Carbon-dating labs have struggled to find ancient samples with zero radiocarbon levels. C-14 has turned up in coal, natural gas, and fossils....Cosmic Rays, Sunspots, and Climate Change, Part 2Last month’s article described two possible mechanisms by which the sun could affect Earth’s weather and climate.1 Both mechanisms use the fact that the sun’s magnetic field...Turtles Have Always Been TurtlesTurtles (Chelonia) are found in oceans, freshwater ponds, and on land. The Galapagos tortoise is the largest living species of tortoise and, like the sea turtle, is able to live well over a century....Ancient Sahara Was Wetter Than ExpectedNew research has again confirmed the predictions of creation scientists. The Sahara Desert wasn’t always a dry, desolate place. Right after the Ice Age, the Sahara was filled with lakes and swamps.1 Wim...Dragon Encounters at the ICR Discovery CenterSome of the most eye-opening evidence you’ll find at the ICR Discovery Center for Science & Earth History is located in the Dragon Encounters exhibit. The word “dinosaur” didn’t...Dr. John Whitcomb: A Life Well LivedThe Institute for Creation Research was saddened to hear of Dr. John Whitcomb’s passing on February 5, 2020. It’s been 60 years since he co-authored The Genesis Flood with ICR founder...Why Don't They Believe in Creation?After an ICR scientist presents convincing evidence for biblical creation, listeners often ask, “If all you just said is true, then why don’t most scientists believe it?” We may...Signs of the Times: Glacier MeltdownWhat if meteorologists only got paid if their weather predictions proved to be correct? If so, predicting the weather would be a risky business, like gambling at a casino table. In ancient Israel, however,...The Gospel We Are Called to PreachA visitor to the ICR Discovery Center for Science & Earth History asked me, “Why can’t ICR avoid all this controversy about creation and just preach Christ?” Such a statement was...Full versions of current and previous Acts & Facts can be viewed online in PDF format using the free Adobe® Acrobat® Reader.
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[body_edit] =>How is ICR preparing for our next season of ministry? How does science confirm that turtles have always been turtles? Were dragons really dinosaurs? What can we learn about geology, biology, and the Ice Age from the Sahara Desert? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the April 2020 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 11851] [MACRO aaf_article, 11852] [MACRO aaf_article, 11853] [MACRO aaf_article, 11854] [MACRO aaf_article, 11855] [MACRO aaf_article, 11856] [MACRO aaf_article, 11857] [MACRO aaf_article, 11858] [MACRO aaf_article, 11859] [MACRO aaf_article, 11860] [MACRO aaf_article, 11861]
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Mysteries of GodFor those who love to read, the element of mystery often adds an extra layer to the enjoyment—we can’t wait to turn the page to discover the identity of the villain, where the treasure is...The Mystery of GodlinessAnd without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up...Flood Evidence from Sea Levels and StrontiumVernon R. Cupps, Ph.D., and Tim Clarey, Ph.D. The October 2019 issue of Acts & Facts ran an article on the variation of the 87Sr/86Sr ratio in marine rocks.1...Cosmic Rays, Sunspots, and Climate Change, Part 1Sunspots are relatively cool blotches on the sun’s surface (Figure 1). The number of sunspots is an indicator of how active the sun is. It has the most sunspots when it’s most active—at...Metabolic Pathways to GodWe read in Genesis 1 how God created the universe and everything in it—from people, animals, and plants to planets and stars. Life is incredibly complex, having been created that way “in...Iron Face Mask Found in Coal?I was recently contacted by an older lady1 who grew up in the coal mining area of Appalachia. Her ancestors had lived in the area for generations, and she related how her miner father, now...Discovery Center Live Presentations and Special EventsHave you been wanting to ask an expert your deepest questions about faith and science? Would you like to hear your favorite ICR scientist speak in person? You have the opportunity to do both at the...Darwinian Medicine Is Poison to Health CareIn basic terms, practicing medicine is the science of preserving health and life. Darwinism, on the other hand, is a death-driven worldview holding that life advances through survival of the fittest....How Did Coal Seams Form?When I drive from Dallas to Colorado, I sometimes see southbound trains loaded with coal from vast reserves buried in Wyoming rock layers. This coal helps power the homes and industries of the almost...Interrupting Business as UsualSometimes “business as usual” is interrupted by an explosive surprise. For many years, Novaya Zemlya, a group of Russian islands in the Arctic Ocean, provided a calm breeding habitat...Death, Taxes, and a Valid WillThe distinguished Benjamin Franklin once wrote that “in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”1 I’ve often grumbled about the truth in this...Full versions of current and previous Acts & Facts can be viewed online in PDF format using the free Adobe® Acrobat® Reader.
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[body_edit] =>What is the mystery of godliness? How do cosmic rays and sunspots impact Earth’s climate? Where can you ask an expert your deepest questions about faith and science? How does ICR’s approach to biology foster a culture of life? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the March 2020 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 11799] [MACRO aaf_article, 11800] [MACRO aaf_article, 11801] [MACRO aaf_article, 11802] [MACRO aaf_article, 11803] [MACRO aaf_article, 11804] [MACRO aaf_article, 11805] [MACRO aaf_article, 11806] [MACRO aaf_article, 11807] [MACRO aaf_article, 11808] [MACRO aaf_article, 11809]
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Be a Good HumanBe a good human. It’s a phrase I often see emblazoned on bumper stickers and T-shirts, children’s nursery walls, and social media posts. Be a good human. What does that even mean? To...Reason and the Christian HopeMaybe you’ve been skeptical about the claims of Christianity. You’ve thought the glorious hope of the Christian is just built on wishful thinking. But for the time being shelve whatever...The Gospels Affirm the Dominion Mandate for ResearchJeffrey P. Tomkins, Ph.D., and James J. S. Johnson, J.D., Th.D. At the end of His creation work, God gave humans a directive that’s sometimes referred to as the dominion mandate: “Be...Nuclear Fission Dating Methods Are UnreliableHave you ever pulled apart a large mass of taffy and watched it break into two approximately equal masses? This is an illustration of what happens in the subatomic world when a 238U or 235U...Toe Yoga and Genesis 3I’ve suffered from heel pain for over a decade. I just want to be able to run, but sometimes I can barely even walk. I learned that I need to build up the intrinsic muscles and other tissues of...Symbiotic Lichens Showcase Our Creator's IngenuityLichens resemble plants or fungi, with elaborate branches like ocean coral, tiny cup-like structures, or leaf-like fronds. They can be found growing in forests, deserts, arctic tundra, or even in your...Now Showing: Life Through the Ice AgeSince the grand opening of the ICR Discovery Center for Science & Earth History last September, many visitors have enjoyed the Ice Age Theater. Libby, a local Dallas-Ft. Worth resident, said, “I...Gaia and Selectionism's Nature WorshipOrganisms have many systems that work together for a purpose. For example, your heart and associated circulatory system fulfill life-sustaining functions. Human experience tells us that intentional...How Can I Answer Attacks on the Bible?Some contend that science proves the Bible wrong. They may ask how the Bible’s supposedly good God could allow so much pain and evil in the world. And who hasn’t heard that science has proved...Water Drops and Human ValueWhen skeptics criticize biblical teachings, they often attack God’s character.1 One tactic is to malign the Creator by devaluing the people He created. When someone denies the precious...CGAs for SeniorsThe American Council on Gift Annuities recently authorized a small rate decrease for charitable gift annuities offered by nonprofits. The change was necessary for two reasons: 1) interest rates remain...Full versions of current and previous Acts & Facts can be viewed online in PDF format using the free Adobe® Acrobat® Reader.
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[body_edit] =>What can we know about the origin of the universe? How do the Gospels affirm the dominion mandate for research? What can we learn about the Ice Age from the newest Discovery Center film? And how can we answer attacks on the Bible? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the February 2020 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 11741] [MACRO aaf_article, 11742] [MACRO aaf_article, 11743] [MACRO aaf_article, 11744] [MACRO aaf_article, 11745] [MACRO aaf_article, 11746] [MACRO aaf_article, 11747] [MACRO aaf_article, 11748] [MACRO aaf_article, 11749] [MACRO aaf_article, 11750] [MACRO aaf_article, 11751]
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50 Years of MinistryThis year the Institute for Creation Research celebrates 50 years of ministry. ICR founder Dr. Henry M. Morris’ groundbreaking book The Genesis Flood sparked the modern creationism movement and...50 Years of Creation Research and Scholarship“The creation/evolution debate is, in a very real sense, the most fundamental issue of all.” — ICR founder Dr. Henry M. Morris When the children of Israel first crossed the Jordan...ICR Research at GSA ConventionRecently, the ICR Column Project team presented their research at the Geological Society of America’s (GSA) annual meeting in Phoenix, Arizona. Over 5,500 people representing 44 countries attended...Homo naledi: Another Failed Evolutionary Ape-ManOne of the most confusing and enigmatic “ape-man” discoveries of the 21st century has been Homo naledi. Its discoverer was Lee Berger, a controversial American paleoanthropologist working...The Plan to Replace GodAfter reviewing the writings of some 18th- and 19th-century thinkers, I’m convinced that the popularity of ideas like “millions of years” and “organic evolution” prevalent...Welcoming GroupsSince opening in September 2019, the ICR Discovery Center for Science & Earth History has welcomed groups both small and large. One recent group was Josh McDowell and his ministry team. Located...Survival of the Fittest and Evolution's Death CultureTo effectively tackle a problem, one must know what caused it. A doctor must correctly diagnose a disease to help the sick person get better. If a building collapses, engineers will use “root...Do Earth's Rocks Look Old?Some might argue that Earth’s rocks are obviously ancient even apart from radioisotope dating results. In response to creationist claims, they might ask, “If the earth was created just 6,000...Jonah's Whale Adventure and Everyday MiraclesA skeptic once opined about the so-called problem of miracles, saying that “enlightened” thinkers doubt the Bible’s supernatural events such as “the whale miracle.” But...50 Years of BlessingThis year marks the Institute for Creation Research’s 50th anniversary. Since 1970, God has blessed ICR tremendously and allowed us to reach untold multitudes across the globe. Perhaps the strongest...Full versions of current and previous Acts & Facts can be viewed online in PDF format using the free Adobe® Acrobat® Reader.
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[body_edit] =>This year the Institute for Creation Research celebrates 50 years of ministry! In this anniversary issue, we reflect on God’s faithfulness and provision over the last five decades. ICR’s official 50th anniversary celebration will be scheduled later. Discover more in the January 2020 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 11693] [MACRO aaf_article, 11694] [MACRO aaf_article, 11695] [MACRO aaf_article, 11696] [MACRO aaf_article, 11697] [MACRO aaf_article, 11698] [MACRO aaf_article, 11699] [MACRO aaf_article, 11700] [MACRO aaf_article, 11701] [MACRO aaf_article, 11702]
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