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Written by Chris Perver |
Tuesday, 27 April 2010 10:20 |
Quote: ""The significance of this find is that for the first time in history the discovery of Noah's Ark is well documented and revealed to the worldwide community,” Aalten said at a press conference announcing the find. Citing the many details that match historical accounts of the Ark, he believes it to be a legitimate archaeological discovery. "There's a tremendous amount of solid evidence that the structure found on Mount Ararat in Eastern Turkey is the legendary Ark of Noah,” said Aalten. Representatives of Noah's Ark Ministries said the structure contained several compartments, some with wooden beams, that they believe were used to house animals. The group of evangelical archaeologists ruled out an established human settlement on the grounds none have ever been found above 11,000 feet in the vicinity, Yeung said. The possible rediscovery of Noah's Ark is significant, and I personally believe that is what we are seeing here. And it constitutes yet another proof of the historicity and authenticity of the Scriptures. As believers it is exciting to know that our faith is not built upon some vague notion dreamt up by men, but that it rests upon solid historical and verifiable evidence. I used to think that if men discovered the ark, that it would cause many people to realize the Bible is true, and cause them to realize their need of Christ. But thinking about the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, I'm not so sure. We have a greater testament of God's truth than the ark. We have the Scriptures. As the Lord said, "If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead", Luke 16:31. The discovery of the ark is like Noah, rising from the dead, to speak to this wicked generation. What would Noah, the preacher of righteousness, say to this generation? I believe its already recorded for us in the Scriptures, by the mouth of Peter. 2nd Peter 3:5-7 The judgement fell in one day, and only eight souls were saved alive. Job 22:16-17 records the response of those who refused to heed the warning, and the inability of God to save those who won't believe. But as I said, we have a greater testament to the truth of God than what Noah's Ark represents. And if men and women refuse to hear the Word of God, then the rediscovery of Noah's ark will not make any difference to them. In reality the rediscovery of Noah's ark represents a solemn warning to this world. That God judged the earth once for its wickedness, and that He has promised to do so once again. And that it might not be too long before this happens. I hope that many people realize the spiritual truth behind this rediscovery, and accept His offer of salvation in Jesus Christ before God closes the door of opportunity (Luke 13:25-27). God in His mercy waited seven more days after Noah entered the ark to see if any would turn and seek after Him. How many days will He wait for you? Hebrews 11:7 Source FOX News, National Turk, Noah's Ark Search |
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