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Uncovering Creation MysteriesOur Creator could have immediately revealed everything there is to know about His creation from the beginning—but He didn’t. Could it be that He enjoys a good mystery? Perhaps He sees value...ICR Upholds the Clarity of Scripture“The Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God” has been affirmed repeatedly from pulpits. But did you know this important declaration presupposes two other essential doctrines of the...Largest Canyons Were Formed by the Receding FloodTwo newly discovered canyons in Greenland and Antarctica have a lot in common with Grand Canyon. Both canyons are as deep as or deeper than Grand Canyon and are at least 60 miles in length. But what’s...The Fossils Still Say No: The Fins-to-Feet TransitionOne of the alleged greatest transformations in vertebrate evolution is said to be the emergence of creatures that traded fins for feet and transitioned from water to land.1-3 In other words,...A Texas-Size Spider MysteryThe delightfully creepy spider belongs to a class called Arachnida—which is distinct from the “bug” class Insecta. Not surprisingly, according to the fossil record, spiders have always...Do We See Complex Design in Mosquito Eggs?Mosquitoes hatch from tiny eggs and spend a few days filter-feeding on things like bacteria, pollen, and algae. They molt three times as they grow, storing up the energy reserves needed to pupate in...Gunnison's Black Canyon: The Flood Solves Mysterious Mi.,.Brian Thomas, Ph.D., and Tim Clarey, Ph.D. The Gunnison River winds westward from the Colorado Rocky Mountains through dry and dramatic landscapes. Morning sunlight enlivens Colorado’s...Do the Unpersuaded Have Enough Proof?At a local Bible conference, a respected seminary professor unintentionally contradicted the apostle Paul. During the Q&A session, he opined that “you cannot prove the existence of God to...Dross and DilutionThe first of seven great signs of Jesus’ deity recorded in John’s gospel is the wedding in Cana of Galilee (John 2:1-11). By the time Jesus arrived with His disciples, the consumption of...Creation Kids: Human Handsby Christy Hardy and Susan Windsor* You’re never too young to be a creation scientist! Kids, discover fun facts about God’s creation with ICR’s special Creation Kids learning and...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] =>Why does ICR uphold the clarity of Scripture? How do we know that canyons were formed by the Genesis Flood? How do fossilized fish confirm biblical creation? Do we see complex design in mosquito eggs? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the March 2021 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 12669] [MACRO aaf_article, 12670] [MACRO aaf_article, 12671] [MACRO aaf_article, 12672] [MACRO aaf_article, 12673] [MACRO aaf_article, 12674] [MACRO aaf_article, 12675] [MACRO aaf_article, 12676] [MACRO aaf_article, 12677] [MACRO aaf_article, 12679]
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Memories and MissionsAs Director of Communications at the Institute for Creation Research, I reported directly to Dr. Henry M. Morris III for nine years. He was my boss, but he was also my friend. I have fond recollections...The Mission of the Institute for Creation ResearchEvery morning when I drove onto the military base where I worked I was met with a sober message. For many years it read “Remember the Mission!” and later it said “Our mission is…”...Developing a More Rigorous Ice Sheet ModelIn the creation model, a single Ice Age lasting hundreds of years was caused by and quickly followed the Genesis Flood.1 In 1994, ICR atmospheric scientist Dr. Larry Vardiman published a...Remembering the Life and Legacy of Dr. Henry M. Morris IIIThe Institute for Creation Research’s CEO, Dr. Henry M. Morris III, went to be with his Lord on December 12, 2020. After years of faithful service, Dr. Morris, known warmly around the office as...The Fossils Still Say No: The Mystery of Jawed VertebratesOne of the greatest unsolved mysteries in the grand scheme of evolution is the transition between jawless and jawed vertebrates. In a previous article, I documented how jawless vertebrate fish appeared...Created Cuttlebone's Sweet SpotGod created Earth during the creation week just thousands of years ago. This includes its marvelous oceans—128 million square miles of salt water. In the 21st century, scientists and laymen alike...Arches National Park: Sculptures from the FloodBrian Thomas, Ph.D., and Tim Clarey, Ph.D. West of the Rocky Mountains in Utah, Arches National Park preserves some 2,000 natural stone arches. Only a handful of them have the grandeur to attract...Teachable Minds and Scientific Discovery“You could see stars hundreds of light-years away, not as they looked centuries ago but exactly as they are right this instant,” says Dr. Derek Muller in a recent YouTube video about measuring...Buried Secrets Can Be Worth UncoveringBuried secrets sometimes surface, revealing hidden things. However, if no one is willing to do some diligent digging, much of what is concealed will remain undiscovered. For example, last year some...Planting, Watering, and God's IncreaseDuring construction of the ICR Discovery Center for Science & Earth History, I spent a lot of time working with various crews of artists and craftsmen. One day as I watched three men shoveling dirt...Creation Kids: Jupiterby Christy Hardy and Susan Windsor* You’re never too young to be a creation scientist! Kids, discover fun facts about God’s creation with ICR’s special Creation Kids learning and...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 mission of the Institute for Creation Research? What legacy did Dr. Henry M. Morris III leave behind? How will our Ice Age model impact the future of creation research? How does Arches National Park confirm the biblical account of Earth history? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the February 2021 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 12616] [MACRO aaf_article, 12617] [MACRO aaf_article, 12618] [MACRO aaf_article, 12619] [MACRO aaf_article, 12620] [MACRO aaf_article, 12621] [MACRO aaf_article, 12622] [MACRO aaf_article, 12623] [MACRO aaf_article, 12624] [MACRO aaf_article, 12625] [MACRO aaf_article, 12626]
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Be Astonished by JesusWe at ICR hope your Christmas season was filled with celebration of the birth of our Lord Jesus, delight in His wonders in creation, and meaningful time with family and friends. As we turn the corner...Unity Worthy of Our Creationist HeritageHow much richer would our lives be if we more often had experiences that gave us a delightful rush of wonder and overwhelming surprise? It’s too bad that as we age fewer experiences leave us feeling...Microscopy May Detect Fossil Bone CollagenLongtime followers of ICR should be familiar with our research into original organics in fossils. Over 100 peer-reviewed secular publications have shown that one might discover original tissue remnants...The Fossils Still Say No: The Origin of VertebratesOne of the greatest problems for evolutionists is the sudden appearance of complex animal life with no evolutionary precursors, as seen in the Cambrian Explosion.1 But equally problematic...Pterosaurs Didn't Have FeathersEvolutionary scientists have recently claimed that pterosaurs had feathers.1 Pterosaurs were winged reptiles. Although they’re sometimes called “flying dinosaurs,” they...Grand Canyon: Exposing the FloodTim Clarey, Ph.D., and Brian Thomas, Ph.D. Grand Canyon carves a 277-mile-long chasm through northwestern Arizona. Running from Lee’s Ferry to Lake Mead, the expansive landscape reveals...False Hypotheticals--Beyond Darwin's ImaginationDon’t believe it if someone tells you that a pair of “walking whale”-like mammals trudged off the Ark and later procreated a line of descendants that somehow evolved into ocean-dwelling...Did God Make Harmful Parasites in the Beginning?Parasites are a unique form of life in today’s world. These invertebrates come in all shapes and sizes, from single-cell animals (e.g., Plasmodium that causes malaria) to a tapeworm (Polygonoporus...Savvy Sons of LightMany Christians grow uncomfortable when their pastor teaches about money. If it’s any consolation, I know many pastors who feel the same way. But not so with Jesus! Christ spoke frequently on...Creation Kids: Dinosaursby Christy Hardy and Susan Windsor* You’re never too young to be a creation scientist! Kids, discover fun facts about God’s creation with ICR’s special Creation Kids learning and...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 winning science and scientists back to Christ? What is the significance of fossil bone collagen discoveries? Did pterosaurs have feathers? How does Grand Canyon confirm the global Flood of Genesis? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the January 2021 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 12565] [MACRO aaf_article, 12566] [MACRO aaf_article, 12567] [MACRO aaf_article, 12568] [MACRO aaf_article, 12569] [MACRO aaf_article, 12570] [MACRO aaf_article, 12571] [MACRO aaf_article, 12572] [MACRO aaf_article, 12573] [MACRO aaf_article, 12578]
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2020 Vision: An Unexpected Year in Review2020 has been a year like no other. We began the year at ICR with our mission in focus, seeking to honor Jesus by sharing His glorious work in creation. We also started the year anticipating a greater...Jesus Christ, Our Savior and CreatorBeautiful Savior, King of creation, Son of God and Son of Man! Truly I love Thee; truly I’d serve Thee, Light of my soul, my joy, my crown! The Lord Jesus truly is the light of our soul,...Rogue Moths Didn't Start Out That WayButterflies and moths fluttering around a flower are a beautiful sight. They innocently lap up nectar and float on the wind. Countless plants depend on the pollination that occurs during their feeding. One...The Fossils Still Say No: The Cambrian ExplosionThe modern theory of evolution has its roots in Charles Darwin’s 1859 book On the Origin of Species, in which he proposed the fundamental conjecture that “all the organic beings which have...Osteostracans Aren't AncestorsAnd the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. Genesis 2:7 states that man became a “living soul”...Are We Living in a Computer Simulation?Scott Arledge and Brian Thomas, Ph.D. “The odds that we are in base reality is one in billions,” says famed inventor Elon Musk.1 He reasons that if humans continue the...Volunteering God's Creation Truth“Welcome to the ICR Discovery Center!” Kerry greets the guests with a smile as they walk into the exhibit hall. “Is this your first time here?” Over the last year or so, Kerry...Dr. Henry M. Morris III: A Kingdom-Focused LifeDr. Henry M. Morris III has been at the heart of the Institute for Creation Research’s ministry work for decades, using his gifts as a leader, speaker, and writer to proclaim the truth of God’s...How Do I Prepare for Creation Ministry?Many of today’s creation researchers can testify that information from the Institute for Creation Research sparked a burning, lifelong passion for creation ministry. Based on messages we receive,...December, Winter Weather, and WashingtonWintry-mix weather dominated Christmas night in 1776 as General George Washington and his boat-ferried troops crossed the Delaware River to surprise the British and Hessian mercenary forces encamped...Perhaps Today!When I was a young boy, I remember a small, humble plaque that hung on the wall in my grandfather’s ICR office directly opposite his desk. Painted in brown with ivory-colored words, it boldly...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 ICR’s mission? Why are volunteers vital to our ministry? How do you prepare for creation ministry? What legacy does Dr. Henry M. Morris III leave behind as he retires from ICR leadership? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the December 2020 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 12516] [MACRO aaf_article, 12517] [MACRO aaf_article, 12518] [MACRO aaf_article, 12519] [MACRO aaf_article, 12520] [MACRO aaf_article, 12521] [MACRO aaf_article, 12522] [MACRO aaf_article, 12523] [MACRO aaf_article, 12524] [MACRO aaf_article, 12525] [MACRO aaf_article, 12526]
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Creation by DesignTake a quick look at the hummingbird pictured below. This tiny bird’s wings beat from 50 to 80 times per second—a testimony to God’s incredible design, caught in a split-second of...The Power of the Next Idea“Our task is to fundamentally change the way people understand biology by constructing a completely new theory of biological design that incorporates recent discoveries and respects the biblical...Soft Tissue Fossils Reveal Incriminating TrendsIn December 2019, the journal Expert Review of Proteomics published a paper I authored with Stephen Taylor titled “Proteomes of the past: the pursuit of proteins in paleontology.”1...Paleontology Confirms a Late Cenozoic N-Q Flood BoundaryJeffrey P. Tomkins, Ph.D., and Tim Clarey, Ph.D. Extensive rock record research performed by ICR geologist Dr. Tim Clarey across four continents has revealed that the sedimentary strata laid...Claims of 100-Million-Year-Old Bacteria UnfoundedEvolutionary scientists recently claimed to have discovered bacteria that are 101.5 million years old. In 2010 researchers collected deep-sea sediment cores in the South Pacific as part of the Integrated...Science vs. Falsely Called KnowledgeGuard what was committed to your trust, avoiding the profane and idle babblings and contradictions of what is falsely called knowledge—by professing it some have strayed concerning the faith....Hummingbirds by DesignZoologists have wonder and appreciation for the animals they investigate, whether the creatures fly through air, swim in water, or walk on land. Stanford University biologist Vadim Pavlov stated it...How Can You Refute Evolution?Darwinian evolution promotes a mantra that “all creatures great and small—natural processes made them all.” Just one creature somehow became all others. Textbooks reassure students...Mayflower Pilgrims, Simian DNA, and Straw MenBoth the Mayflower Pilgrims and biblical creationists are unjustly targeted for straw man vilifications using misleading, false accusations. A straw man fallacy occurs when a critic disagrees with someone...Thankful RemembranceWe all have so much to be thankful for. Even after such a trying year, we must admit that God has been so very good to us. The Lord has not only shown us infinite mercy and grace by forgiving our sins,...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] =>Where can we see God’s engineering? What is ICR’s new scientific theory? How do hummingbirds reveal God’s design? How can you refute evolution? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the November 2020 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 12466] [MACRO aaf_article, 12467] [MACRO aaf_article, 12468] [MACRO aaf_article, 12469] [MACRO aaf_article, 12470] [MACRO aaf_article, 12471] [MACRO aaf_article, 12472] [MACRO aaf_article, 12473] [MACRO aaf_article, 12474] [MACRO aaf_article, 12475]
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Best Laid PlansHave you ever experienced the disappointment of changed plans? You carefully arrange the details, anticipate the event, and look forward to the fulfillment of your expectations. But then the long-awaited...Casting the VisionEach workday morning, the Institute for Creation Research staff meets for a time of devotion and prayer. Dr. Brian Thomas recently led our group and related how God’s hand and perfect timing played...ICR Paleoclimate Research ContinuesBecause the Genesis Flood caused the Ice Age,1 studies of Earth's past climate, or paleoclimatology, have long been a focus of the Institute for Creation Research’s research programs....Lava Flows Disqualify Lake Spillover Canyon TheoryThere has been considerable debate among scientists over the origin of Grand Canyon. We all agree it was formed by the removal of some 1,000 cubic miles of sediment and rock, leaving a canyon 277 miles...An Old Friend Came HomeYears ago, an attendee at an ICR Back to Genesis seminar approached me with a fossil he and his daughter had found while on a hike in Washington State. It was obviously petrified wood, which is common...New Testament Upholds Created Kind StasisThe opening chapter of Genesis makes a significant and scientifically accurate statement concerning the fixity of created kinds. During the creation week, we repeatedly read the phrase that every type...ICR Discovery Center's First Anniversary Celebration!The ICR Discovery Center for Science & Earth History recently celebrated the first anniversary of its grand opening. To commemorate this milestone, the staff of our Dallas museum planned six days...Why Mosquitoes Attack: Mystery SolvedIt’s late evening. You’re relaxing on the backyard deck when suddenly they find you. Mosquitoes! One way they locate you is by tracking the carbon dioxide (CO2) in your breath. Does this...Leviathan: Legend, Croc, or Something Else?In Job 41, God points Job’s attention to a terrifying animal called leviathan. It’s clear this was a real creature, but what was it? Bible commentaries often call leviathan a crocodile....Food Web Ecology Corroborates ScriptureReal-world ecology supports the Bible’s trustworthiness. Accordingly, how creatures get and use food matches how Scripture describes our world.1-3 Food energy is one of life’s...Abound in This GraceOne of the strongest exhortations for Christian giving is found in Paul’s encouragement to the believers in Corinth. In 2 Corinthians 8, Paul praised the example set by the Macedonian churches...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 ICR’s vision for the next chapter of creation ministry? Why do mosquitoes attack humans? How did we celebrate the first anniversary of the ICR Discovery Center for Science & Earth History? Was leviathan a legend or a real creature? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the October 2020 issue of Acts & Facts! [MACRO aaf_article, 12415] [MACRO aaf_article, 12416] [MACRO aaf_article, 12417] [MACRO aaf_article, 12418] [MACRO aaf_article, 12419] [MACRO aaf_article, 12420] [MACRO aaf_article, 12421] [MACRO aaf_article, 12422] [MACRO aaf_article, 12423] [MACRO aaf_article, 12424] [MACRO aaf_article, 12425]
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