Teaching Science: Harmonizing Faith with Facts – David Rives, Part 2 (Homeschooling Every Subject)

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"Evidence is all around us, vindicating our belief system that we've held to for so long." ~ David Rives

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Yvette Hampton sits down with David Rives, founder of the Wonders Center and Science Museum in Dixon, Tennessee. David dives deep into the intersection of science and faith, revealing the harmony between the two. Learn how to debunk evolution myths and understand the importance of teaching science from a biblical worldview.

🎧 Topics Covered: • The science vs. faith debate • Soft tissue in dinosaur bones • Real-life stories of scientific discoveries supporting creation • The danger of secular science curriculums

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Recommended Resources:

David Rives Ministries

Wonders Center and Science Museum

Creation SuperStore

Genesis Science Network

21 Verses Backed by Science, by David Rives

Creation Club Print Magazine

Creation Club Online Magazine

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Discussion Questions:

1. David Rives argues that science and faith are 100% consistent with each other. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Why?

2. How does David Rives differentiate between following science and following scientists? What implications does this differentiation have on scientific understanding?

3. David Rives speaks about the importance of defining terms, specifically "evolution." How can precise definitions impact debates on controversial scientific topics?

4. Discuss the example David Rives gives about Matthew Fontaine Maury finding "paths of the sea." What does this story illustrate about the relationship between scripture and scientific discovery?

5. Why is the discovery of soft tissue in dinosaur bones significant for the debate between creation and evolution?

6. David Rives mentions that secular scientists have found over 200 examples of soft material in dinosaur bones. How should this information influence the interpretation of the fossil record?

7. Yvette Hampton talks about the importance of using a biblical worldview curriculum for teaching science. What are the benefits and potential downsides of this approach?

8. How does David Rives use paleontology and fossil discoveries to support his creationist views? Do these types of discoveries effectively challenge evolutionary theories?

9. Discuss Yvette's suggestion that using inappropriate science materials can lead children astray from a biblical perspective. How can parents ensure they are using the right resources?

10. David Rives and Yvette Hampton discuss the moral implications of evolutionary belief systems. How does belief in evolution versus creation influence concepts like morality and accountability?

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