Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation by Dennis Petersen

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This book is a Key Resource recommended throughout the lessons in the Creation Unit Study. Heart of Wisdom's unit studies include pagenumber readings from books and other resources (most of which can be found in homeschool libraries) which are relevant to the lessons. Key Resources are books which are referred to in almost every lesson.

This “mini-encyclopedia” of the Creator's insight is now available in a dramatically revised and expanded edition. Each page shows in lavish detail the remarkable evidences for special creation, with the Bible serving as our guide.

Experience an awesome journey of discovery! This Unique treasury of historic and scientific knowledge puts life-changing keys in your hands to understand our world and its amazing past. 240 pages of beautifully designed photography and artwork amplify the engaging text. This book will help you discover the scientific accuracy of the Bible; unveil the fallacies of evolution; and build unshakeable confidence in God's Word. Designed to help families build a trustworthy Biblical worldview, it introduces a vast treasure of faith-building resources. One of the most user-friendly and comprehensive introductory books ever published on the subject of Biblical creation.

A dynamic new creationism book for your home and library!

• spectacular color illustrations on each page• a broad overview of the evidence for creation• major revision to a classic work• topics range from UFO's to ancient civilizations, dinosaurs to the age of the earth• a great, one-stop resource for the whole family

Review by Malcolm Bowden

“This book is one of the most impressive creationist books that I have read. As well as being beautifully illustrated and bound, the contents are an excellent summary of the many topics that creationists have been examining for decades. Indeed, it deals with several subjects that do not often appear in creationist literature as they are thought to be "controversial". However, the author is to be congratulated in bringing them to the notice of his readers so that they are introduced to the subject, and then provided with sufficient information for them to begin to form their own opinions.”

“Not only are the scientific facts clearly set out, but the spiritual implications are also skillfully woven into the text, so that the reader is left with no doubt of the importance of the subject of creation and the fundamental part that it should play in the understanding of not just Genesis but the whole of the Bible.”

“I can fully recommend this book and consider that it is suitable, not only for all ages, but whether they are non-Christians, Christians with little knowledge of creation, and even those who are familiar with the creation evidence. There is much that will provoke the thinking of them all.”

Malcolm Bowden is a senior veteran creation author and lecturer in England. His insightful books are carefully researched and committed to Biblical inerrancy. His evaluation of Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation is dated March 17, 2003.

Review by Tom Ish, editor of Creation Illustrated Magazine

After three years of hard work researching, writing, designing, and calling upon the expertise of others, the expanded third edition of Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation :? The Explorer?s Guide to the Awesome Works of God by Dennis R. Petersen, is finally off the press and ready to be a Bible-based world-view centerpiece in every home and library.

The 240 page, hardcover volume is a condensed encyclopedia on Creation that will spark minds, both young and old, to become more awestruck than ever before by the wondrous works of God.

Readers have often called Creation Illustrated "The Christian answer to National Geographic," and now Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation can be crowned "The Christian answer to National Geographic books." With every page stunning the reader with full color backgrounds and sharp, informative photos, graphics, and charts, the book will stand up to any award-winning nature/science volume.

The thought of making claims that the book is a homeschooler?s dream come true, a disciple?s outreach tool like none other, or a Bible student's/teacher?s priceless resource might seem presumptuous, but one look at the artistically packed wealth of information will dissolve any doubts of such claims.

In fact at first glance, the amount of information and the powerfully designed graphics could startle a reader into a state of overwhelm, but a more careful examination will reveal a well orchestrated format divided into four sections.

They include:

1) Unlocking the Mysteries of the Early Earth, which covers a foundational presentation of the Creation account found in Genesis;

2) Unlocking the Mysteries of Evolution, which uncovers many of the shaky foundation upon which evolutionary thinking is based;

3) Unlocking the Mysteries of Original Man, which delves into some amazing fossil evidence pointing to God?s original design and the "missing link" of evolutionary theory; and

4) Unlocking the Mysteries of Ancient Civilizations, which can boggle the mind when pondering archeological discoveries of technology, architecture, astronomy, transportation, and energy.

Petersen did not cower at the daunting task of presenting these vital, controversial, and complex areas of knowledge and debate. He develops each one with a balance of supportive evidence in both science and Scripture with detailed references. With a background and Masters degree in Museum Science and 30 years of Bible teaching and pastoral work, Petersen claims no scientific or theological superiority in Creationism, but rather points to a providential series of events that led to piecing this unique presentation together. It relys on the expertise of others, ?especially the guiding hand of God. "My dream is to touch millions of lives by sharing information so others can be impacted the way I was impacted: to see God in an awesomely more profound way," Petersen says about his journey in discovering all these truths about the Creator. "This book came together not because I am especially capable. It is the result of the Lord working uniquely in my life," the author adds with humble yet firm convictions that all the glory MUST go to God...

So brace yourself. This is not just a "good" book that will be used by a few students or perused by the casual reader and later discarded for pennies at a garage sale. It will become a mainstay and hold a prominent position on the living room table or bookshelf in any home that takes God?s word seriously concerning the evidence for a Bible-based world view. Its quality of presentation makes for a gift that will be cherished for many years to come by any reader (regardless of their faith) and will have a lasting impact on their life?--perhaps even an eternal impact. Click to read the entire review.