The Evidence For Extraterrestrial Phenomena

Last time I commented on the source of extraterrestrial phenomena and how Satan is using such ideas as a method of opposing supernatural creation by God.  However, the question that must be asked is, "Is there any possibility to the existence of extraterrestrials?"  Once again allow me to quote extensively from Andre Kole's book Mind Games, "Robert Sheaffer is a student of UFOs.  He has spoken at conferences such as the National UFO Conference and the Smithsonian Institution UFO Symposium.  Sheaffer writes in his book, The UFO Verdict: Examining the Evidence, in which he applied rigid scientific methods to the UFO question.  The following was his conclusion, 'I maintain that we have found the answer to the question "What are UFOs?" through a rigorous application of the scientific method.  As an unexpected dividend, we find that we have also obtained the answer to the same question that might be raised about ESP, Bigfoot, the Lock Ness monster, "psychic" spoon-bending, and other dubious...phenomena.  Our answer must be that UFOs do not exist.  This answer is certain to disappoint many people who are eager to find that our galaxy...is populated by all manner of exotic and exciting creatures.  No one would be happier than I should it actually be discovered that our earth is paying host to strange creatures from some unknown planet or universe.  But wishing will not make it so.  And so long as we adhere to the scientific method (that is, to make factual statements about the real world, as opposed to seeking subjective mystical insight), we are forced to face up to the conclusion that UFOs as real and distinct entities simply do not exist.  Those who continue to insist otherwise are openly proclaiming their allegiance to a different worldview, on which, although popular, is incompatible with the worldview of science.'"  In the end, not only is the evidence against extraterrestrial existence, but God's Word itself stands against it simply by means of silence.  Why would God tell us of the creation of the universe and only mention his work on this particular planet if other life forms were created on other planets in that same universe?  Further, we must conclude that if there are other creations out there they could be no different or more advanced than us because everything that was made here was the best that God could possible make (Gen. 1:31).  To suggest that he could create something better, or worse, that would be different is to suggest that God's work in creation was not the best that it could be, and therefore to find fault in God's character.  So then, even if extraterrestrial life does exist (although science clearly refutes this notion) it would not be any different or more advanced than that which we find on earth itself.

The Essence Of Extraterrestrial Phenomena

What is the driving force behind the desire to see space aliens, flying saucers, and extraterrestrial phenomena?  It seems to originate more from Satan than it does from science.  Let me quote extensively from a book written by Andre Kole, an expert in occult phenomena.  The book is titled, "Mind Games: Exposing Today's Psychics, Frauds, and False Spiritual Phenomena."  He writes, "One U.S. Air Force report, 'UFO's and Related Subjects', [says] 'A large part of the available UFO literature is closely linked with mysticism and the metaphysical.  It deals with subjects like mental telepathy, automatic writing and invisible entities as well as phenomena like poltergeist manifestations and 'possession.'  Many of the UFO reports now being published in the popular press recount alleged incidents that are strikingly similar to demonic possession and psychic phenomena.'  John Keel, considered by many researchers to be the world's foremost expert on UFO's has reached a similar conclusion.  His firsthand research with those who have claimed a close encounter has let him to conclude that their experiences are 'similar if not entirely identical to those who have claimed contact with demons.'  His collaborator, Trevor Jones, has observed that 'a working knowledge of occult science...is indispensable to UFO investigation.'"  So then, we may conclude that the search for intelligent life outside of this earth is really nothing more than a search for something other than God and His creation.  It is, at it's very core, a search that Satan himself has originated and desires us to follow.  More on the "supposed" evidence of UFO's and extraterrestrial life will be written later.

That Belongs In A Museum!

The article I will be reviewing is about Indiana Jones and The Kingdom Of the Crystal Skulls

If this link does not work then go to Christianpost.com and type in the article title "Indiana Jones and the Origin of Life"

Alright, for those of you who are familiar with Indiana Jones you know that he is an obtainer of rare antiquities and adventure seeker.  Dr. Jones is a professor of archaeology at Marshal College, a fictional university in Connecticut.  He has searched for such artifacts as the Ark of the Covenant, the sacred stones of Shiva, and of course the Holy Grail.  The battle cry of Indy (as he is called by his acquaintances) is "That belongs in a museum!"  Truly Dr. Jones is one who cares for the preservation of important antiquities.

But as his newest film is now smashing through the wallets of people all across America (I don't particularly know how anyone can afford $10 for a ticket, $8 for a popcorn, and $6 for a drink) I am not quite certain that what Dr. Jones is searching for in the Kingdom of the Crystal Skulls belongs in a museum.  In fact, I would argue that it belongs in a sideshow exhibit.  You know, the kind where you know that what you will see is ridiculously fake.

Now for those of you not familiar with the "myth" of the crystal skulls let me bring you up to speed.  The crystal skulls are basically quartz crystal rocks that have been carved to look like skulls.  Legend suggests that these skulls were not crafted by any tool we are aware of (although modern science believes they were probably carved by diamonds), and that they are either relics of the city of Atlantis or advanced technology left behind by visitors from another galaxy (yeah, that means aliens).  Such legends have even begun to become more mystical as there are said to be 13 stones which contain enormous power.  Many who own these stones attribute to them psychic power and even the ability to heal.  The most common legends say that these stones are evidence of extra-terrestrial life.

Now you may balk at the idea of aliens (having seen enough movies to realize the foolishness of such beings), but the idea of extraterrestrial life is now beginning to infiltrate many religions.  Just recently I read an article written by the Associated Press where Jose Gabriele Funes, the director of the Vatican Observatory and Chief Astronomer, said that "the vastness of the universe means it is possible there could be other forms of life outside the Earth, even intelligent ones."  He even goes on to say that if they exist then they are also "God's creatures."

Throughout the month I will add some thoughts about aliens and extraterrestrial phenomenon, but for now let me simply provide a basic rejection of these beliefs.  The search for extraterrestrial life is the search to prove evolution.  It is a search which has at its very core a denial of God and of Creation.  Obviously being from Orlando Florida I am quite familiar with Kennedy Space Center and the space shuttles taking off and touching down.  The primary focus of each of those space shuttles is an attempt to prove that there is something else in the universe that can explain our existence other than the Bible.  If you are familiar with the SETI satellite then you know that it stands for "Search for Extra-terrestrial Intelligence."  That means, if you follow the trail, that our tax dollars are being used to fund research to disprove the Bible.  However, Scripture mentions nothing about any other intelligent beings outside of what God created on earth (excluding angels who were created to serve Him as agents to earth).  We must conclude therefore that if there were other intelligent life-forms in the universe that God would have mentioned something about them in His Word, and yet we find nothing.  But more on this later.