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:  Romans 1:20-25

  1. What do you think the Scripture means by saying that God’s “invisible attributes” can be seen in His Creation? (verse 20)

  2. What are two invisible attributes of God mentioned in verse 20? 

  3. How do you think the two invisible attributes mentioned in verse 20 can be seen in Creation?

  4. What consequences result from men refusing to glorify or thank God? (verses 21-25)

  5. As a follower of Jesus Christ, what attitude should you have towards God and His Creation?

  6. Does it seem to you that it is important to God that we glorify Him as the Creator of the universe? Why do you think that is?

Scripture Passage: Colossians 1:15-17

  1. To whom is this passage of Scripture referring? How do you know?

  2. What does the Scripture mean when it calls Him the firstborn of Creation? (verse 15)

  3. What is His relationship with Creation? (verse 16-17)

Scripture Passage: Psalm 46:1-3

  1. Summarize this passage of scripture in your own words.

  2. What characteristic of God is described in this verse? How can we see this characteristic of God in His Creation?

Scripture Passage: Psalm 91:2

  1. Write out this scripture verse on a blank sheet of paper.

  2. What characteristic of God is described in this verse? How can we see this characteristic of God in His Creation?

  3. How can this verse be practically applied to our daily lives?

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.

THE INVISIBLE BECOMES VISIBLE

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 does the Bible say about a physical realm and a spiritual realm?

  2. What is one way Satan uses science fiction and fantasy to deceive people?

  3. What are the two tools God gives us to help us discern what is true and false about spiritual things?

  4. How does Creation help us understand the spiritual world?

Instructions: Vocabulary 

The following words are mentioned in your assigned reading. Research the definitions for each of the words and write down their meaning to ensure that you understand the information included in your assigned reading. 

  • Anterior

  • Benthic

  • Biramous

  • Cheliped

  • Dioecious

  • Ganglia

  • Hemocoel

  • Metachronal

  • Osmoregulatory

  • Pelagic

  • Phyllopodous

  • Sessile

  • Tagmata

  • Tagmosis

  • Gonochoric

  • Parthenogenetic

  • Venous

  • Ventral

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 | Animal Diversity Web
Article #1: Crustacea
Article #2: Class Remipedia
Article #3: Class Cephalocarida
Article #4: Class Brachiopoda
Article #5: Class Maxillopoda
Article #6: Class Malacostraca

2 | University of Maine
Article: Lobster Anatomy & Biology

3 | Crabsman
Article: Comprehensive Blue Crab Fact Sheet

4 | Aquatic Community
Article: The External Anatomy of a Shrimp

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. Arthropods: Blue Crab Molting | Shape of Life (Time: 2:24)

  2. Mantis Shrimp vs Octopus | Ocean Fight Night | Nat Geo Wild (Time: 3:20)

  3. Blue Blood Battles Bacteria | Ocean Today: NOAA (Time: 2:11) Please note that horseshoe crabs are not technically crustaceans. They are chelicerates. But this is a really cool video so I included it in your homework to expand your knowledge of this subject. - CJ

Here are a few species of crustaceans that can be seen locally in South Florida.

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 character as our shelter.  How can you see this character of God in the different types of crustaceans that He created?

  • Take a few moments to consider all of the different types of crustaceans that God made. 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.