Have you ever wondered how sharp a lion’s teeth are? Or why lions have to hunt and how do they do it? Discover God’s designs in lions including how they work together in prides, care for lion cubs, and what they can teach us about God’s grace in a fallen world.Here’s our trail map:Where Do Lions Live?How Do Lions Raise Families Together?How Sharp Are Lion’s Teeth?How Can We Glimpse God’s Goodness In Carnivores?Eryn's Books:The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Grab your copy of Wonders of Creation and discover God’s designs in a fallen world: https://www.masterbooks.com/wonders-of-creationExplore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videosGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Lion Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/how-sharp-are-a-lions-teeth/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askScriptures Referenced in This Episode:“God said, ‘Look, I have given you all the plants that have grain for seeds and all the trees whose fruits have seeds in them. They will be food for you. I have given all the green plants as food for every wild animal, every bird of the air, and every small crawling animal.’ And it happened.” Genesis 1:29-30 (NCV) “Now the earth was corrupt in God’s sight and was full of violence.” Genesis 6:11 (NIV)“Everything that moves, everything that is alive, is yours for food. Earlier I gave you the green plants, but now I give you everything for food.” Genesis 9:3 (NCV)“Then wolves will live in peace with lambs, and leopards will lie down to rest with goats.Calves, lions, and young bulls will eat together, and a little child will lead them.Cows and bears will eat together in peace. Their young will lie down to rest together. Lions will eat hay as oxen do.” Isaiah 11:6-7 (NCV)“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death, sadness, crying, or pain, because all the old ways are gone.” Revelation 21:4 (NCV)Terms Learned in This Episode:Sub-Saharan Africa: The large area of Africa made up of many countries that is south of the...
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Can a Narwhal Get a Brain Freeze? - Lesson 102
Have you ever heard of the “Unicorn of the Sea”? Discover how the narwhal inspired the unicorn myth, why its long tusk is so special, and what happens when this Arctic whale faces danger and experiences “brain freeze.” Just like narwhals can panic when threatened, we can feel overwhelmed too—but God gives us peace and clear minds as we trust Him.Here’s our trail map:Are Narwhals Unicorns of the Sea?What Is a Narwhal’s Horn?Can a Narwhal Get a Brain Freeze?How Can We Stay Calm When Scary Things Happen?Eryn's Books:The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Grab your copy of Wonders of Creation and discover God’s designs in a fallen world: https://www.masterbooks.com/wonders-of-creationExplore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videosGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Narwhal Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/narwhal-facts/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askScriptures Referenced in This Episode:“Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth. The first heaven and the first earth had disappeared, and there was no sea anymore… The One who was sitting on the throne said, ‘Look! I am making everything new!’” Revelation 21:1, 5 (NCV)“For God did not give us a spirit of fear. He gave us a spirit of power and of love and of a good mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 (NLV)“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!” Isaiah 26:3 (NLT)Terms Learned in This Episode:Cetaceans: Scientific order (category) of mammals including whales, dolphins and porpoises.Marine Mammal: Mammals (warm-blooded, have hair or fur, breathe air through lungs, and feed their babies with milk) that live in or near the ocean for their whole lives.Unihemispheric Sleep: When a creature allows part of its brain to rest while the other part of its brain is still active and alert.Nerve Endings: End points of nerves that send messages from different parts of the body to the brain to tell it what is being felt.Panic: When someone suddenly feels...
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Scuba Diving With Hammerhead Sharks - With Scientist Dr. Robert Carter
What is it like hovering in the water above countless hammerhead sharks? Or raising baby corals in aquariums? Or scuba diving at night beneath the moonlight? Dr. Robert Carter from Creation Ministries International shares what it’s like (and what it takes!) to honor God as a scientist and professional diver on this special guest episode.Eryn's Books:The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Creation Ministries International: https://creation.comGrow together in faith, wonder, and wisdom with Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Explore Apologia’s award-winning courses and classes: https://www.apologia.com/Free Coral Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/coral-reef-facts/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askThis podcast contains paid advertisements.
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Is Coral a Plant or Animal? With Coral Ecologist Dr. Robert Carter - Lesson 101
Is coral a plant or animal? Discover the incredible ways God designed coral to build itself and create entire underwater communities. Joining us is coral ecologist Dr. Robert Carter who works with Creation Ministries International. Let’s dive in and learn about these amazing mystery creatures!Here’s our trail map:What Is a Coral?How is a Coral Different From a Coral Reef?How Does a Coral Build Its Own Home?What Important Work Did God Give Corals to Do?What Do Coral Reefs Teach Us About Hospitality?Eryn's Books:The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Creation Ministries International: https://creation.comApologia’s Swimming Creatures of the Fifth Day course: https://www.apologia.com/shop/zoology-2-course-setExplore Apologia’s award-winning courses and classes: https://www.apologia.com/Try CTCMath for free for one week: https://ctcmath.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videosGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Coral Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/coral-reef-facts/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askScriptures Referenced in This Episode:“When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.” Romans 12:13 (NLT)“When you do things, do not let selfishness or pride be your guide. Instead, be humble and give more honor to others than to yourselves. Do not be interested only in your own life, but be interested in the lives of others.” Philippians 2:3-4 (NCV)This podcast episode contains paid advertisements. Mentioned in this episode:Explore Creation and the Bible in the Nat Theo Clubhttps://erynlynum.com/club
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Can Coyotes Ice Skate? - Lesson 100
Have you ever seen a coyote ice skating? Hear stories of real life coyote encounters and discover how God designed these amazing wild dogs to live in many habitats and raise their young (spoiler alert…they regurgitate their food like birds feeding their chicks). And answer the question: Are egg-snatching coyotes good or bad?Here’s our trail map:Can Coyotes Ice Skate?How do Coyotes Raise Their Pups?Are Coyotes Good or Bad?How Can We Know What Is Good or Bad?Eryn's Books:The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Order Wonders of Creation: Design in a Fallen World: https://www.masterbooks.com/wonders-of-creationGrow together in faith, wonder, and wisdom with Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Try CTCMath for free at: https://ctcmath.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videosGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Coyote Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/coyote-facts/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askScriptures Referenced in This Episode:“Then God said, ‘Let the earth be filled with animals, each producing more of its own kind. Let there be tame animals and small crawling animals and wild animals, and let each produce more of its kind.’ And it happened.So God made the wild animals, the tame animals, and all the small crawling animals to produce more of their own kind. God saw that this was good.” Genesis 1:24-25 (NCV)“The Lord has told you, human, what is good; he has told you what he wants from you:to do what is right to other people, love being kind to others, and live humbly, obeying your God.” Micah 6:8 (NCV)“Lord, tell me your ways. Show me how to live.Guide me in your truth, and teach me, my God, my Savior. I trust you all day long.” Psalm 25:4-5 (NCV)Terms Learned in This Episode:Canidae: The dog family including wolves, jackals, foxes, coyote, and domestic (pet or working) dogs.Monogamous: When an animal has only one mate (partner) at...
Join Master Naturalist, Bible teacher and author Eryn Lynum as we explore God's wild and wonderful world!
What can a bird's migration teach us about God's guidance in our life? How can counting tree rings help us understand our life story? How can a milkweed plant help us cut off toxic thoughts and think about everything lovely and true?
God's wild and wonderful world is full of amazing life lessons. As we get outside and adventure through creation, we'll discover how deep and wide the Father's love is for us!
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