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Increasingly, the debate over science and religion–specifically when it concerns origins–has moved beyond the walls of academia. Christians are being asked some tough questions that demand they explore these issues for themselves.

The ministry of Scibel emerged in 1996 out of a paper researching perceptions of science and Christianity. The group that formed called themselves Christian Students in Science (CSIS). Since then, they changed their name to Scibel, but their beliefs on science and religion have remained the same.

Scibel is based upon the principle that, “mainstream Christian faith and mainstream science are in basic harmony.” If you’re interested in learning more about their ministry, I’d recommend reading their About Us page. They do a thorough job of explaining the foundations for their theology and approach to science.

About four months ago, we covered Scibel’s question and answer section on their site. You can read that here. This crop of essays explore some of the tough questions that face us as we weigh the impact of faith on science and vice versa.

Was there really a literal Adam and Eve

To be a real Christian do I have to take the Bible literally?

Does it make sense to believe in miracles?

Is there any evidence that God exists?

Can any Scientists Today Accept that Jesus Rose from the Dead?

“Today, Scibel helps young adults to think about some of the big questions in life – whether they are Christian or not, students or not, or studying science or not.”

Before Darwin, did all Christians take the Bible’s creation account literally? Is evolution incompatible with Christianity? Have Christians ever contributed much to modern science? The Scibel science ministry tackles these tough questions in their Top 5 Myths about Faith and Science. Scibel is committed to helping both Christians and non-Christians better understand the relationship between science and religion–so if you’ve ever heard it said that modern science is incompatible with religious belief, Scibel is here to challenge that idea.

If you finish reading through their myth-debunking and have more questions about how science fits into the Christian faith, they’ve also got a page answering common questions about Christianity and science.

Answers in Genesis has been working for years to build its Creation Museum–and the grand opening is finally here! There’s been a flurry of media attention centered around the Museum (it was recently featured on Good Morning America and the New York Times); and Answers in Genesis has responded to recent criticism of the Museum on its website. Now that the Creation Museum is open, stop by the website to see what’s in store, or to plan a trip out to Kentucky to visit it yourself.

Few figures from modern history are so universally recognized as Albert Einstein, whose scientific genius shook the entire world. But what did the brilliant scientist think of God–did his love of science get in the way of belief in a Creator? GetReligion posts some interesting highlights from an NPR piece that delves into Einstein’s humble and difficult-to-pin-down thoughts about God, Jesus, atheism, and the “unattainable secrets” of the universe that science cannot always illuminate.

The description of Noah’s Ark in Genesis is very brief–but that hasn’t stopped countless artists from trying to portray it in paintings and illustrations! Answers in Genesis has an interesting article looking at how Noah’s Ark has been depicted in art over the centuries. From the extremely detailed and realistic depictions of the 17th century to more fantastic portrayals in later centuries, the Ark has certainly been imagined in all manner of shapes and sizes. Read the full article for the details (and pictures!).

What’s in the news lately about biology, evolution, and creationism? Answers in Genesis has a weekly feature called News to Note in which they look at recent news reports from a creationist perspective. This week, the News to Note column covers some Creation Museum updates, efforts to put Darwin’s writings online, and recent buzz about a newly-discovered fossil, among other things.

The Answers in Genesis website has gotten a major facelift, which coincides with their new print & television campaign. Read the details of the redesign here, or just stop by the main site to have a look at what’s new.

Answers in Genesis has been in the news lately–the Associated Press caught wind of AiG’s under-construction Creation Museum, and the story has cropped up online at Yahoo News, Fox News, and elsewhere. Answers in Genesis has written their own response the to sudden media attention over at their website, and offers some commentary on the way the story was presented at different news networks.

Last week, over 9,000 of America’s teachers gathered in Orlando for the NEA 2006 convention. Since the creation/evolution issue is an important one for schools and educators today, the Answers in Genesis ministry made a special effort to reach out to convention-goers with its message of Creation.

Answers in Genesis blogged its outreach efforts at the Propoganda in the Classroom blog. Stop by to see why AiG decided to pursue this outreach effort, and read about their interactions with convention-goers.

Who said science and Christianity were at odds with each other? The Science Devotionals ministry is proof that the Bible’s “scientific side” need not always be controversial. Each day, Science Devotionals takes a look at a scientific principle and at what it tells us about God’s will for our lives–what Science Devotionals calls “chemical illustrations of Biblical truths.”

It’s definitely a change of pace from your typical after-dinner devotions. If you’re looking for a devotional that appeals a bit more to the left side of your brain, swing by the Science Devotionals site and browse through their archive of scriptural science!