The works of the Lord are great, studied by all who have pleasure in them. Psalm 111:2

To complete your homework, read the scriptures and assigned online articles and answer the associated questions.

Instructions

Before you begin reading your Bible and answering these questions, ask the Lord to give you insight and understanding into the Scriptures.  It is the role of the Holy Spirit to reveal the truth to people (John 16:13; 1 Corinthians 2:10).  By His power you will be able to understand what the Scriptures say. Now read the assigned passages of scripture and answer the following questions.  Please note that it is recommended that you use either a NKJV or NIV version of the Bible to answer the questions. If you do not have a Bible, links to each Scripture passage are provided for you.

Scripture Passage:  Psalm 24:1-2

  1. According to the Bible, who owns the world? (verse 1)

  2. Why does God have the rights to the world, to do all that He pleases? (verse 2)

  3. Read Genesis 2:15.  What was Adam’s role and responsibilities to be in relationship to the earth?

Scripture Passage: Psalm 8:1-9

  1. According to this passage of scripture, what position has God given man in Creation? (verses 5 and 6)

  2. What should be our appropriate response to this truth? (verse 9)

Scripture Passage: Genesis 1:27-31

  1. What does God give Adam and Eve permission to do? (verses 28-30)

  2. Read Deuteronomy 8:7-9.  Does the Lord give the Israelites permission to use the earth’s resources? 

  3. Based on these scriptures, what should be our appropriate and God-honoring response to His Creation?

Scripture Passage: Job 41:1-34

  1. What is the name of the animal described in this passage of Scripture?

  2. Provide a physical description of this animal based on the information presented in this passage of Scripture.

  3. Read Psalm 104:24-26.  What additional information can be learned about this animal from this passage of Scripture?

  4. Do you believe that this is a real animal or a mythical animal? Why or why not?

  5.  What can we learn about the character of God from the description of this animal in the Scriptures?

Instructions

Read the following online article and write down any key points of the article that you would like to discuss in our next class.

FINDING INSPIRATION IN CREATION

After reading the article, answer the following questions. Be sure to write your answers down on a piece of paper and bring them to class.

Questions:

  1. What is one indicator of Jesus Christ's imminent return?

  2. Why is it ironic that secular scientists often look to God's Creation for design inspiration?

  3. What truth is confirmed by the fact that we find biological processes more advanced in Creation than current man-made technologies?

  4. How did the mantis shrimp, limpet and horseshoe crab inspire technological and medical innovations?

Instructions 

Go to each of the assigned web sites to read and take notes on the appropriate article. Links are provided below.  For each of the assigned articles, your notes should include the following points:

  • Provide a summary of the key points of the article. If you had to give a presentation on the article, what information would you include in your notes?

  • List concepts or information that you found most interesting about the topic.

  • List any information that was presented from an evolutionary standpoint. Note any portion of the information that is truth.

  • List any words or information that you do not understand. Research these words and or concepts on your own.

We will review this information in our class lecture and discussion.

1 | Sea Turtle Conservancy
Article #1: Information About Sea Turtles: An Introduction
Article #2: Information About Sea Turtles: Species of the World
Article #3: Information About Sea Turtles: Threats to Sea Turtles

2 | Broward County, Natural Resources Planning & Management
Article #1: Sea Turtles
Article #2: Sea Turtles On The Beach

Instructions

Go to each of the assigned web sites to watch the video provided. Take notes on the key points of each video. Document the highlighted features or behaviors of the animal species as applicable.

  1. Sea Turtle Nesting Video | SEE Turtles (Time: 3:17)

  2. Sea Turtle Nesting Information | City of Boca Raton (Time: 0:57)

There are five species of sea turtles that can be seen in Florida’s waters.

Now it is time to apply what you've learned! In Romans 1:20, the Bible says that we can learn about God’s character by looking at what He made. Consider both the biblical and biological information that was discussed in this lesson and then write out your answers to the following questions.

  • This week we read Scriptures describing God's power.  How can you see the character of God in way He designed sea turtles?

  • Think about one aspect of these animals that you enjoy. Tell God about it by writing it out on paper. Then write out a prayer of thanksgiving to the Lord praising Him for His Creation.