Exploring Astronomy through a Biblical Worldview

The Scriptures contain an incredible wealth of knowledge in what they communicate about the science of astronomy. Truly, the infinite size and complexity of the universe proclaims the awesome majesty and power of its designer, God. Because the Scriptures are the inerrant word of God, what the Bible conveys to us about astronomy is of unparalleled importance in shaping our thinking on the subject. Discover the strong evidence that points to a young age for the universe, and get a biblical view of astronomy, too.

The Contrast Between Secular and Biblical Models

Secular astronomers teach that the universe began to form more than 12 billion years ago by chance, through what has become known as the “big bang.” However, there is strong evidence that points to a young age for the universe, and provides a biblical view of astronomy. This perspective addresses big questions, such as: Did the universe start with a big bang? Does distant starlight prove the universe is old? What are black holes and how do they form? Can we see stars forming? Are ETs and UFOs real?

Did you know that according to the best secular models, many of the planets in our Solar System should not exist? Yet there they are. Did God create our Solar System, as the Bible says? Or did it form all by itself from a cloud of gas 4.6 billion years ago, as secular astronomers claim? Recent discoveries in space have supported the Biblical account. Each planet in our Solar System de es the secular model in multiple ways. Many of the planets and moons appear to be young, not billions of years old. Plus, these objects show evidence of design, not random processes.

Detailed Examination of the Created Cosmos

The Created Cosmos is an intensely detailed examination of the scriptural outlook on the cosmos, constructing an integrated understanding of what the Bible plainly teaches about astronomy, and answering complex questions about astronomy from the standpoint of a biblical worldview. This text investigates what the Bible has to say about astronomical objects and phenomena. The Bible contains many mentions of astronomical things, beginning with creation and concluding with end-time prophecies. Besides the sun and moon, the Bible names groups of stars, Orion, the Pleiades, and the bears.

In addition to what the biblical record shows about astronomical phenomena, many people think that it teaches things that it actually does not teach. These concepts are examined in depth as well, as this work sorts fact from fiction and truth from popular myths as the true purpose of these enigmatic lights in the night sky are revealed.

Key Astronomical Concepts and Resources

The following table provides information on key resources available for studying creation astronomy and the biblical perspective on the universe:

Topics Explored in Biblical Astronomy

• Biblical Teachings about the Heavens and the Earth: An exploration of what Scripture plainly teaches about astronomy.
• The Purpose of Heavenly Bodies: Understanding the sun, the moon, and the stars.
• Astronomical Anomalies: Investigating the unusual days of Joshua and Hezekiah, the “Christmas Star” of Matthew 2, and astronomical aspects of prophetic literature.
• Modern Questions: Does the Bible address the idea of extraterrestrial life or the light-travel-time problem?
• Correcting Misconceptions: Addressing the errors of flat-earth cosmology and geocentrism.

In this study, you will tour our magnificent Solar System, and explore these wonders in the heavens. Along the way, you will visit each of the planets and many of their moons, through more than 230 breathtaking photographs and graphics from NASA and other sources. You will see how each planet uniquely testifies of its Creator. This succinct pocket guide and additional resources provide excellent summary answers to the big questions of the origin of life and the universe.