Editor’s note: Despite the decade since this article’s initial publication, its timeless message stands: Perhaps the single most important reason to believe in recent creation is the fact that Jesus Christ believed in it.

Secular scientists use the Milankovitch theory to explain the 50 or so ice ages they believe occurred in the last few million years. According to this theory, slow changes in Earth’s orbital and rotational motions change the amount of sunlight falling on the northern high latitudes during the summer months. Supposedly, ice ages result when this summer sunlight is at a minimum.

When an American astronaut quotes Psalm 24 and is faulted for violating the so-called separation of church and state, it’s time to learn about balance.¹ Just as mountain goats need a body designed for balance, we also need deliberate balance in the political arena, where Christians are routinely told to shut up to avoid offending non-Christians.

Regular Acts & Facts readers may be aware that I have hinted at upcoming results from my research on deep seafloor sediments.¹ Now I am pleased to share some preliminary results with you.