Is Genesis 1-11a derivation of ancient myths?

Many folks today say that Genesis 1-11 as recorded in the Bible is not real history but is just a derivation of ancient myths from other cultures.

Is this true?

Or is Genesis 1-11 the real history and the other cultures, groups, etc. have borrowed from and built upon or changed the True Biblical account?

The article to which we are linking today will explain

HERE'S THE LINK to Is Genesis 1-11 a derivation from ancient myths?







 

Honeybees

Bees are amazing.

They look like a simple little flying critter

And surely their brain must be small

But, wow, the things they accomplish are remarkable.

To think they evolved by chance, as evolutionists propose, is beyond belief.

Bees are another example of a designer / creator at work.

HERE'S THE LINK to Honeybees one of God's sweetest designs

When and How did the Grand Canyon Form?

As you know there are differing thoughts about how and when the Grand Canyon was formed.

The most 'popular' one today is that it was formed over millions of years by gradual erosion by the Colorado River.

But is that correct?

The link today will explain.

HERE'S THE LINK to how and when was the Grand Canyon formed

There ought to be a law against evolution…

The title of the article to which we are linking today is

"There ought to be a law against evolution and there is"

There is?

Yes.  Check out today's link for the explanation.

HERE'S THE LINK to there ought to be a law against evolution and there is

How to get to Heaven and the Heavenly City

Yesterday's DIT was a sermon about Heaven and the Heavenly City.

Also yesterday a well known and famous overnight radio program interviewed a Physician who had written a book about NDEs.

NDEs?  What are they? you ask.

Well NDEs are "Near Death Experiences" in which folks have died (according to physical symptoms during operations, car accidents, etc) but subsequently returned to life.

Many times these people afterwards relate an experience they had while 'dead'.

The radio program to which we mentioned detailed many such NDEs but interestingly no one mentioned in his book reported a death experience in hell -- only wonderful Heaven experiences were related.

These experiences were then analyzed by the host and the person / author  -- and  affirmed  (or so they said) that EVERYONE goes to haven at death and there is NO judgment.

Also, they said, persons of all beliefs and faiths were in heaven.

They also touched briefly on reincarnation and other esoteric topics.

And there was more -- sigh -- but

Hmmmm.

These thoughts of universal salvation with no judgement or punishment plus the possibility of  reincarnation and etc. ALL definitely contradicts the Bible.

So -- What does the Bible say about WHO can go to heaven and HOW?

It says a lot -- but here are a few passages that you should ponder:

Who can be saved / admitted into heaven?
Jesus said: "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father (ie. can enter heaven), but by me (Jesus)."
John 14:6

And How is this possible?   Jesus Himself explained:
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son (Jesus), that whosoever believeth in him (Jesus) should not perish, but have everlasting life. (In Heaven)
John:3:16

So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many;  …
Hebrews 9: 28

And also -- Re Reincarnation -- it does NOT happen!  Why?  Because
And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: Hebrews 9:27

For more information on How to Be Saved so you can enter heaven HERE'S THE LINK

What is the City in Heaven like?

Last week, instead of music, we viewed a sermon by Dr. Lee.

This week, let's view another sermon.

This one is shorter (about 39 minutes) and is on a topic about which everyone wants to know more.

The topic is The Heavenly City.

It describes it in great detail.

You will definitely want to go there when you die.

This sermon by Dr. David Jeremiah will describe the City

and tell you who can and not go there

and what to do to be able to have your special place in the Heavenly City.

HERE'S THE LINK to Heaven and the Heavenly City

Goat Canyon Trestle

A friend of DIT found today's interesting link.

Seems there is a really old all wood trestle/bridge that is no longer functioning but for years it was a viable railroad trestle.

It is 'out west' in the USA and the article to which we are linking today tells about it but doesn't tell you how to get to it.

But not to worry about the location because

the region is so hot and dry and 'out in nowhere' that you probably don't want to walk to it anyway.

Instead, take a vicarious hike to this amazing structure.

HERE'S THE LINK to the Goat Canyon Trestle

The Tully Monste

Believe it or not, the State of Illinois has an official State Fossil.

I kid you not.

It is the Tully Monster.

No one is exactly sure what it is but It was first discovered in 1955

To learn more about this very strange 'whatever' including a picture of an artists's rendering --

HERE'S THE LINK to the Tully Monster

6,000 years or 10,000 years or billions of years -- does it matter

Today's culture has 2 main views.

One view is that the earth and universe is billions of years old --

The other view is that the earth is young -- in the thousands of years instead of millions or billions.

Even among those who believe in the young earth -- there are some that debate between 6,000 vs. 10,000 years.

So what is the real story?

And why is it important?

For a very good answer

HERE'S THE LINK to 6,000 or 10,000 years -- does it matter




 

Zebra or Horse or Zorse

Have you ever heard of a Zorse?

Well, there really is such an animal.

Is it a zebra or is it a horse or ????

Today's link will explain.

But, first, if this link opens with a brief introduction to the website -- just bear with it. I have been to that site a zillion times and it still thinks it is my first time. Sigh.  So listen to the intro and while listening scroll down and hopefully you will get the intended information about the zorse.

So with that by way of explanation

HERE'S THE LINK to Zebra or Horse or Zorse


 

Today is the 4th of July

What does this mean?

Recently I saw a college student being asked about this topic on a TV program.

The question was: "What year was the American Declaration of Independence  signed".

His hesitant answer was "1984?"

Houston we have a problem.

To help alleviate the fact that apparently History is no longer being taught --

today's link gives  a brief history of why July 4 is important.

You might want to read it and give a summary to your 'historically challenged" kids and friends before you begin your celebration, cookout, and fireworks watching.

HERE'S the link to Why July 4, 1776 is important



 

Pinhole Projector to view Solar Eclipse

Last week we viewed (pun intended) information warning us about the dangers of looking directly at a solar eclipse.

In that link we learned of one method to project and safely view the image of the eclipse without causing eye damage.

The link today provides additional information about viewing a solar eclipse and another method to view the eclipse using two sheets of plain white paper or stiff cardboard.

HERE'S THE LINK to how to make a pinhole projector

R.G. Lee Payday Someday

It is Sunday and usually on Sunday we worship with a Hymn

but today instead of a Hymn let's listen to a sermon.

A Sermon? Why?

Well, recently several of us were visiting in a Sunday School Class and the teacher mentioned that he and his wife had been married 50 years ago by Pastor R. G. Lee.

Now that name might be familiar to some of you.

For those for whom it doesn't ring a bell, well

R G Lee was pastor of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tn. USA for many many years.

One of his sermons was so famous that he preached it over 1200 times at various pulpits around the world.

The sermon is based on 1 Kings 21 and reveals the sins committed by Ahab and Jezebel -- and God's judgment on all sin.

The message in this sermon makes it clear that all sin has consequences.

Dr. Lee died in 1978 but that sermon lives on and is available on YouTube.

This is such an important sermon and a true classic that we are linking to it today.

So pull up a chair and if you can cast it to your smart TV all the better--

And now with that said

HERE'S THE LINK to Payday Someday by R G Lee

The Self Organizing Closet

It's Saturday so you are likely having a day off from work

and what should you do with this day off?

Well, you could clean house, organize your closets, or go swimming, jogging,  or do some other fun activity.

But, nooooo, you think you need to organize your closet.

Well, good news

you don't have to do that if you buy this wonderful self organizing closet.

Check it out.

HERE'S THE LINK to self-cleaning closet




 

The Evolution Denier

This week we have, among other things, looked at the theory of evolution

and it is only a theory.

It has not and can not be proven.

Of course, folks who make claims that evolution can not be proven are often referred to as deniers.

Today we are linking to one of Dan Lietha's cartoons which illustrates the the consequences of denying.

HERE'S THE LINK to the evolution denier

Has Evolution been proven?

Yesterday we considered that Evolution is a Religion.

Why?

Basically because it can't be proven but must be taken on faith.

Today we are linking to a very short video that provides additional information concerning whether or not evolution has been or can be proven.

HERE'S THE LINK to Evolution Refuted

Is Evolution a Religion

Today we are linking to Chapter 21 of the book pictured here.

All of the Chapters are succinct and very informative.

The one to which we are linking today answers the question "Is Evolution a Religion?"

HERE'S THE LINK to Is Evolution a Religion

The Himalayas from 20,000 feet

As indicated on the webpage with these awesome images --

"The aerial cinema experts at Teton Gravity Research release the first ultra HD footage of the Himalayas shot from above 20,000 ft. with the GSS C520 system, the most advanced gyro-stabilized camera system in the world.

"Filmed from a helicopter with a crew flying from Kathmandu at 4,600 ft. up to 24,000 ft. on supplemental oxygen, these are some of the most stable, crisp, clear aerial shots of these mountains ever released, which include Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, and Lhotse.

"Sound design and mix by Jeff Cormack at Play+Record

And now with that by way of introduction, sit back and enjoy this 2 minute 30 second video of the Himalayas. 

HERE'S THE LINK to the Himalayas from 20,000 feet

Eclipse Watching

A Total Solar Eclipse, such as the one pictured here by NASA, will occur over a long swath of the United States on Aug 21, 2017.

We will be posting between now an then several important suggestions and information about how and where to view it.

Today's post is one of those suggestions.

Bottom Line -- yes, this is an exciting event

but be very careful that you do not damage your eyes.

HERE'S THE LINK to Eclipse Watching

ARRL Field Day

Hams  (Amateur Radio operators) all across America and around the world are 'on the air' today (Saturday)  and tomorrow (Sunday).

Why?  Well, because

As described on the American Amateur Radio Relay League Website:

"Field Day is ham radio's open house.

"Every June, more than 40,000 hams throughout North America set up temporary transmitting stations in public places to demonstrate ham radio's science, skill and service to our communities and our nation.

"It combines public service, emergency preparedness, community outreach, and technical skills all in a single event.

"Field Day has been an annual event since 1933, and remains the most popular event in ham radio."

If you are a Ham, are interested in becoming a ham, or are just curious, find a site and visit.

Many sites will have a GOTA (Get on the Air) station which means that if you are not a licensed ham you will still be able to talk on the radio and make contacts.

It is a fun fun fun time.

You will be amazed.

For more information about "what is field day" HERE'S A LINK

And To locate a site near you where you can participate, GOTA, or just watch and  fellowship --

HERE'S THE LINK to THE FIELD DAY SITE LOCATOR MAP




 

Did the Climate Change after Noah's Flood?

Did the Climate Change after Noah's Flood?

This very brief video answers that question

HERE'S THE LINK to Did the Climate Change after Noah's flood.






 

Jesus is the Door

I (Jesus) am the door:

by me if any man enter in,

he shall be saved,

and shall go in and out,

and find pasture.

                 John 10:9

Summer begins Today

Today, besides being the first day of summer, is also the longest day of the year.

Well, no, the day is not ‘longer’ because of more hours and minutes.  It is still a 24 hour day.

But, this is the day of the year with the longest time of daylight. 

After today, until the winter solstice in December, the time of daylight will get shorter and shorter and shorter and ...

Then at the Winter Solstice, the shortest daylight day of the year, the days begin to get longer again until we reach next year’s “first day of summer”. 

And on and on the cycle goes day after day, year after year.

Hmmm. Sounds like some kind of ‘design’ here. 

Anyway, today, June 21, is the Summer Solstice, the First day of summer, and the day of the year with most daylight, hence the longest day of the year.

Just thought you would want to know. 

So get outside and enjoy the day with the most sunlight until this time next year.

Noah's Ark is in Kentucky

Yesterday we read an article by a PhD Geologist

in which we got the impression that the Original Noah's Ark will likely not be found and why.

But, there is an Ark that we can all now see without risking our lives by climbing high mountains in the snow and ice in a far far away land.

It's located in Kentucky

and is a real life sized ark based on the dimensions and descriptions given in the Bible.

If you want to see Noah's Ark, then this should definitely be on your bucket list of things to do.

For information about this ark, its location, and more

HERE'S THE LINK to Noah's Ark is in Kentucky




 

Is Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat?

Noah's Ark

Where is it?

Folks have looked for it for centuries

but so far it has not been found.

The article to which we are linking today is very interesting in that it was written by a PhD Geologist.

He explains in great detail whether the Ark might or might not be found and why.

HERE'S THE LINK to Is Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat





 

Today is Father's Day

Bill Federer tells about the First Father's day.

This is a very interesting article.

Check it out.

HERE'S THE LINK to THE FIRST FATHER'S DAY





 

Timely Scripture

Last Month we celebrated Mother's Day

And tomorrow we will celebrate Father's Day

So our scripture today is most timely and appropriate.

Honor thy father and thy mother:

that thy days may be long upon the land

which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

                     Exodus 20:12

The Untold story behind DNA similarity

"Not so fast, Henry Higgins, not so fast"

To what am I referring you ask?

Well it seems that we have been repeatedly been told that the DNA of Humans and Chimps is very similar.

Thus, we are told, this 'proves' that evolution occurred.

But the article to which we are linking today is a "Not so fast, Henry Higgins, not so fast" article

in that it provides a lot of interesting and important information that has been left out of the story.

HERE'S THE LINK to The Untold story behind DNA similarity





 

Life in the Blood

“For the life of the flesh is in the blood: 

and I have given it to you upon the altar 

to make an atonement for your souls: 

for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul”         

                                 Leviticus 17: 11 KJV


This scripture, though brief, contains a very profound concept.

For details HERE'S THE LINK to Life in the Blood

Today is Flag Day

 

Pictured here is the famous Painting depicting the story of Betsy Ross presenting the first American flag to General George Washington by Edward Percy Moran.

There are many versions of this event -- some of which agree and others that say that she did not make the first flag.

Therefore, seemingly it is not a 'cast in stone' conclusion that she made the first flag.

But whether she did or not --

The Brief article to which we are linking today tells one version of how it came to be that Betsy Ross made the first American Flag.

HERE'S THE LINK to Betsy Ross and the American Flag.




 

The History of Envelopes

Everyone today is very familiar with envelopes and use them constantly.

Indeed sometimes the color of the envelope is significant as are the red ones pictured here.

Why Red? you ask.

Well, In many countries, especially in the East -- Red envelopes are used to present gifts of money.

These red envelopes were New Year's envelopes being sold in Taipei, Taiwan, at the market and were intended for that use.

But thousands of years ago envelopes were totally different from what we have and use today.

The article to which we are linking today gives a brief history

but it has one error -- not that it is an end of the world error -- but when you notice it you will likely wonder.

What is the error?

Well the sentence "Fast forward a couple of HUNDRED years to the 1800s …
should actually read
"Fast forward a couple THOUSAND years to the 1800's …

Other than that

I think you will find this to be a very interesting article.

HERE'S THE LINK to the History of Envelopes

Talking Trees

The link to which we are going today is simply amazing.

As I read it I was stunned at what it reports.

Yes, Trees and plants do communicate and even more than that they …

Well I don't want to spoil the thrill of discovery for you

So without further ado

HERE'S THE LINK to Talking trees.

Amazing Grace

 This is an amazing version of Amazing Grace.

It has had over 38 million views on YouTube.

HERE'S THE LINK to Amazing Grace

Only 17% of Christians have Biblical Worldview

Yes, you read that correctly.

Only 17% of Christians have a Biblical Worldview

This is the conclusion of a survey taken by the famous and well-respected Barna Research Group.

You will want to read their conclusions.

HERE'S THE LINK to Worldviews influence today's Christians

Hummingbirds

It's that time of the year --

and the Hummingbirds are back.

Recently while visiting friends I noticed a hummingbird feeder in their back yard --

and joy and happiness, several Hummingbirds were taking advantage of the nectar being provided to them.

Hummingbirds are amazing and fascinating to watch.

The brief article to which we are linking today has some very interesting information about hummingbirds.

HERE'S THE LINK to Hummingbirds

Procrastination

One can never be sure he or she has a tomorrow.

Therefore Procrastination can be a horrible thing.

Why?

Today's brief Devotional thought explains.

HERE'S THE LINK to The Urgency of Salvation




 

Supercell Storms

The picture of the clouds posted here was taken by a friend of DIT.

As you can see, the weather at that time was beautiful --

But, alas

It is that time of the year when many parts of the USA experience storms

including severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.

The video to which we are linking today is fascinating

in that it is a collection of short time-lapse videos of various amazing weather events.

The Photographer is Chad Cowan who as a weather chaser travelled over 100,00 miles photographing these storms.

These are amazing.

HERE'S THE LINK to Supercell Storms

What is this?

The picture posted here was taken by Jacob Abhishek in April of 2009 and was posted on Wikipedia on its' Wiki site.

What is it? you ask.

Well, it is a very well known and well liked food item.

We saw some of these when they looked just like this while on a trip to South and Central America (big hint as to the identity of this mystery food).

But when we eat this 'thing' it looks very different.

So with those thoughts by way of a hint,


Make your best guess and then

to find out what it is

HERE'S THE LINK to what is this?




 

Music without Sacred Music would be incomplete

You have noticed that almost every Sunday the DIT is a hymn or some form of  Worship Music --

and often we feature music by Johann Sebastian Bach.

J.S. Bach was born in 1685 and composed hundreds of pieces of music, much, if not most, of which was of Religious nature.

Indeed he even said:

"The aim and final end of all music should be none other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul.

If heed is not paid to this, it is not true music but a diabolical bawling and twanging."

To read about J.S. Bach, his life, his compositions, and more

HERE'S THE LINK to Music without Sacred Music would be incomplete


 

Worship Music: Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring

Today's worship music is a well known favorite which is (or was) often sung by the Church Choir (back in the days when Churches still had serious Choirs -- but I digress).

So for those of you who sang in or listened to Choirs with awesome worship music --

You will appreciate "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" by J. S. Bach

HERE'S THE LINK to Jesu, Joy of man's desiring






 

When Lake Michigan is Clear

When Lake Michigan is clear sunken ships are visible from the air.

An article published in 2015 was one such time.

Indeed on April 27, 2015, you could fly over lake Michigan and see sunken ships.

Amazing.

To read about this and see some awesome images

HERE'S THE LINK to Sunken Ships visible in Lake Michigan

Isaiah 53:6

All we like sheep have gone astray;

We have turned, every one, to his own way;

And the Lord (God the Father)

has laid on Him (Jesus Christ)

the iniquity (sins) of us all.

            Isaiah 53:6

Would Jesus Christ be an Evolutionist

Evolution is now the new paradigm.

It is taught in schools and colleges.

It is present in movies, books, articles in magazines and papers, in Scientific Journals, and more.

Is the theory of evolution true? 

Or is it just another concept devised by man to try to explain the existence of all things.

So

The question often asked now is

Would Jesus Christ be an Evolutionist. 

The Article to which we are linking today answers that question.


HERE'S THE LINK to Would Jesus Christ be an Evolutionist

A Heads up about the coming Eclipse

On August 21/2017 there is going to be a wonderful and rather rare event.

What is it?

There is going to be a Total Eclipse of the Sun by the moon.

The picture posted here by "Great American Eclipse" depicts its path.

As you can see, the eclipse will pass over the heart of the US --

so many many folks will be able to experience this event.

We are posting this today so you can start to make plans -- because there will be many activities and events in which you will likely want to participate.

We will be posting more information as the Day approaches so stay tuned.

But for today you need to know the path of where the eclipse will be best observed.

So with that said

HERE'S THE LINK to Great American Eclipse will make the sun disappear

Man saves Abandoned Baby Deer

This is a heart warming video.

If you are a fan of cute critters -- and even if you aren't

you will love this video.

HERE'S THE LINK to man saves Abandoned Baby Deer

Today is Memorial Day

The Historically challenged Young Whippersnappers among us may wonder

What is Memorial Day ?

and how is it different from Veteran's Day ?

Well, for one thing, according to Wikipedia :

"Memorial Day is not to be confused with Veteran's Day" -- which is observed annually on November 11.

"Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving,

while Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans."

To learn more about MEMORIAL DAY -- HERE'S THE LINK



 

Hymn: Crown Him with Many Crowns

Our hymn today is a familiar and much loved hymn.

Sing along with the congregation and orchestra.

HERE'S THE LINK to Crown Him with many crowns

The Best Life Hacks Ever Revealed

That is the title of the Life Hacks provided by the Daily Mail Online

A friend of DIT found this and sent it to us --

And indeed there are many 'hacks' here that you will surely find useful.

So without further ado

HERE'S THE LINK to The Best Life Hacks Ever Revealed.




 

Amazon Echo Silver

The link today is a spoof video

But it is a hoot.

Unless you have been living in a cave, you are surely aware of the Amazon Alexa that is supposedly a great help

but the spoof takes it a step further in helpfulness (or not)

This Alexa is designed for the Senior Citizen -- hence the name Amazon Echo Silver.

Check it out.  It's truly a hoot.

HERE'S THE LINK to Amazon Echo Silver

The Circus is no more

Known as The Greatest Show on Earth, The Circus began in 1891.

This week the last performance ended.

The animals have found new 'homes'

The workers and performers are looking for new jobs.

And -- Alas, a very important era is over.

The link today gives some very interesting details about the beginning of the Circus

but it also details some surprising 'spin offs' from it.

I think you will find this verrrrrry interesting.

HERE'S THE LINK to The Greatest Show on Earth