Science has always been my favorite
subject since elementary. Learning stuffs such as our environment, the
universe, and the processes involving it interests me a lot—simple to complex
organisms and phenomenon, name it! And science has a rational explanation to it
(not all, actually). However, as a Christian, I have observed that since time
immemorial, science seems to continuously question the existence of our God.
In school, it’s a cliche hearing
debates pertaining God versus science. For instance, the theories of creation.
When our teacher discusses about the universe existed from a giant explosion,
or condensation of clouds and gasses, or collision of heavenly matters, I
remain convinced that the biblical creation is the most accurate of all. KNOW
WHY? Because I myself has proven that God made the heavens and the earth
(Gen.1:1). Instead of doubting and losing my belief in our Creator, I found out
science helped me a lot in my faith. From the simple rising and setting of the
sun, the blooming of flowers in the morn, the push and pull of waves on the
shore, or even the complex chemical reactions in our system, it all meant one
thing—the creations tell us about our Creator!
The bible gives us countless verses
which supports God’s marvelous works. For example, when Job was under the
hardest tribulation of his life, he was reminded of God’s power by considering
His wonders; “Listen to this, Job; stop
and consider God’s wonders. Do you know how God controls the clouds and makes
his lightning flash? Do you know how the clouds hang poised, those wonders of
him who is perfect in knowledge? (Job 37: 14-16)” Indeed! Even just by
looking at the clouds, or stars and moon in the sky, have you ever wondered why
they look beautiful and significant in their places? Surely no human hands can
put them on those perfect spot! On the other hand, Paul made the same reminder
to the churches of Rome. People have no excuse on knowing God, because His
power is clearly seen on the things which He had made (Romans 1:20). On the
book of Psalms, a lot of Psalmists declared the majesty of God by writing songs
of praises which deals on the beauty of His creation. One popular verse says, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the
skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day they put forth speech;
night after night they display knowledge (Psalms 19:1-2). Even wild animals
praise Him! (Isaiah 43:20), which means Paul is right, there’s no excuse at
all!
If you’re still in doubt, I suggest
you to go out somewhere peaceful and consider meditating God’s creation. Think
of how things work, how everything work in perfect unity and harmony and
balance—photosynthesis, water cycle, revolution and rotation of the Earth, food
digestion, and all the other facts science feeds us every day. Praise God! Because
we are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalms 139:14). When our race seems to
get harder these days and we somewhat feel our hopes flush out, let us take a
moment casting out our burdens and struggles, and instead praise Him for His
marvelous works. Cheer up! He controls your life just as He controls the whole
universe.
Read: Psalms 104 (A praise to the Creator)
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