Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible

By The Natural Theology Project

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Number 1: How Do Cheetahs Run So Fast? Lesson 143
How did God engineer cheetahs for super speed? Discover how a cheetah’s bendy backbone, super boost muscles, balancing tail, and cleat-like feet help it snag its next meal on the savannah. And learn how we are called to run life’s race well—not with super speed, but with enduring faithfulness. Here’s our trail map:Can Cheetahs Roar?Why Do Cheetahs Have Spots?How Do Cheetahs Run So Fast?How Can We Run Life’s Race Well? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/can-cheetahs-roar/ Related Lessons to listen to next:How Sharp Are a Lion's Teeth? Lesson 103: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/adaddfb6-0ec4-47f7-a0dc-61ef560784c7/Can Mountain Lions Roar? Episode 22: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/efdc4ae6-27ef-46c9-8e52-df40d580c847/ Eryn's Books:Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonderMade to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/marvelThe 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/0764219782 Episode Links:Apologia’s Zoology 3 Land Animals Course: https://www.apologia.com/shop/zoology-3-course-set/Explore all of Apologia’s Zoology courses: https://www.apologia.com/subject/science/zoologyDiscover Apologia’s Christ-centered and award-winning curriculum: https://www.apologia.com/Try CTCMath FREE and get half off: https://payments.ctcmath.com/purchase/homeschool-discount?tr_id=NPTNat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/memberGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/clubFree Cheetah Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/can-cheetahs-roar/Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/ask Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us.” Hebrews 12:1 (NLT) “All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize. So I run with purpose in every step. 1 Corinthians 9:25-26 (NLT) “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7 (NLT) Terms Learned in This Episode:Panthera: A genus or category of wild cats that roar including tigers, lions, panthers, leopards, and snow leopards. Acinonyx: A genus or category of cats including only cheetahs. Felinae: The cat subfamily that includes many small wild cats, domestic cats, and a few larger cats like cheetahs and cougars.Malar stripes: Dark tear-like markings on a cheetah’s face that run from the eyes to the mouth and may help reduce sun glare while hunting.Fast-twitch Muscle Fibers: Muscle cells designed for rapid, explosive, and powerful bursts of energy. Cheetah vocalization credit: Smirnova D, Volodin I, Demina T, Volodina E, CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons This podcast episode contains paid advertisements.
September 01, 202630min
Number 2: Are Bald Eagles Really Bald? Lesson 144
What does it mean to have “eagle eyes”? Discover how God designed fuzzy baby eagles to grow five times in size during their first week after hatching, and how God helps us grow in faith. Here’s our trail map:Are Bald Eagles Bald?Are Bald Eagles Born With White Heads?How Far Can a Bald Eagle See?How Does God Help Us Grow Up? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/are-bald-eagles-really-bald/ Related Lessons to listen to next:How Fast Is a Peregrine Falcon? Lesson 132: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/17a0dbe5-7f64-44e6-8017-fae682ab0090/ Eryn's Books:Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonderMade to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/marvelThe 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/0764219782 Episode Links:America’s Story History Curriculum: https://www.masterbooks.com/americas-story-seriesBooks & Curriculum by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/memberGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/clubFree Bald Eagle Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/are-bald-eagles-really-bald/Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/ask Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: “Jesus has the power of God, by which he has given us everything we need to live and to serve God. We have these things because we know him. Jesus called us by his glory and goodness.” 2 Peter 1:3 (NCV) “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Glory be to him now and forever! Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18 (NCV) Terms Learned in This Episode:Eaglet: Baby eagle.Wingercizing: A playful term for a baby bird’s practice flapping which helps them develop muscles and prepare for flight.Opportunistic Carnivore: An animal that hunts or eats whatever meat is easiest to find, catch, or take at the moment.Cone Cell: A special type of cell in an eye that helps see in color and detail.Tetrachromat: An animal that has four types of color-seeing cells in its eyes.Fovea: A small area in the eye where vision is sharpest because it is packed with cone cells. This podcast episode contains paid advertisements.
September 08, 202632min
Number 3: Why do Monarch Butterflies Lay Their Eggs on a Toxic Plant?
Have you ever sensed something was not right? God created monarch caterpillars with an incredible ability to sense danger and avoid it. They cut toxin off at its source so they can stay safe and thrive in God's design. God created you to do the same! He will help you sense harm and stay clear of danger as you live out his great plan for your life! Resources mentioned in this episode: Order Eryn's new book: Rooted In Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation Scriptures referenced in this episode: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10 “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 “I will not set before my eyes anything that is worthless.” Psalm 101:3 "Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways.” Psalm 119:37 Discover more nature lessons rooted in the Bible at Erynlynum.com
April 03, 202311min
Number 4: How Do Redwood Trees Grow So Tall? Lesson 145
How does a redwood tree grow to be taller than the Statue of Liberty? Discover the secrets of how the tallest tree in the world grows without toppling over, and what surprising creatures live at the top of a redwood tree. Here’s our trail map:What Is the Difference Between a Redwood and Sequoia Tree?How Do Redwood Trees Grow So Tall?What Lives In a Redwood Tree?How Do Redwood Trees Help Us Practice Hospitality? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/how-do-redwood-trees-grow-so-tall/ Related Lessons to listen to next:How Do Water, Light, and Air Build Plants?: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/01e9495f-489d-46cf-9c58-e0be1b6084f3/Why Do Axolotls Never Grow Up? (Learn about salamanders): https://player.captivate.fm/episode/72d70dc4-7555-4eab-962f-e1adf4659c10/Do Trees Have Friends and Can They Talk to Each Other?: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/2d40ff13-97f1-4384-8249-89a6fe7cbe6f/ Eryn's Books:Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonderMade to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/marvelThe 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/0764219782 Episode Links:America’s Story History Curriculum: https://www.masterbooks.com/americas-story-seriesBooks & Curriculum by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/memberGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/clubFree Redwood Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/how-do-redwood-trees-grow-so-tall/Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/ask Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: “Two people are better than one, because they get more done by working together. If one falls down, the other can help him up. But it is bad for the person who is alone and falls, because no one is there to help.” Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 (NCV) “Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” Romans 12:13 (NIV) “Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.” 1 Peter 4:9 (NIV) Terms Learned in This Episode:Coniferous Tree: A tree that produces cones and usually has needles or scale-like leaves instead of broad, flat leaves.Seed Cone: The cone on a coniferous tree that contains and protects the tree’s seeds. When the cone is mature, its scales open and release the seeds.Tree Canopy: The upper layer of a tree made up of its branches and leaves.Ecosystem: A community of living things—such as plants, animals, and fungi—and the nonliving parts of their environment, such as water, air, soil, and sunlight, all interacting together.Arboreal: Living in trees or spending much of life in trees.Hospitality: Warmly welcoming and caring for others by sharing your time, home, food, or help. This podcast episode contains paid advertisements. Mentioned in this episode: Pre-order Where Wonder Leads: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonder
September 15, 202633min
Number 5: How Strong Is a Hippo’s Bite? Lesson 138
Hippos may look round, slow, and almost cuddly—but these “river horses” are full of surprises. Discover why hippos sink rather than swim and have epic battles with each other. Learn how God designed hippos to survive using a mysterious built-in skin ointment. Here’s our trail map:Can Hippos Swim?How Strong Is a Hippo’s Bite?Do Hippos Sweat Blood?How Can We Have Thick Skin and a Soft Heart? Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/can-hippos-swim/ Related Lessons to listen to next:Why Do Elephants Squeak? Lesson 80: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/880f710e-9de5-4d1b-a7fe-87f2d0b493e2/Charging Rhinos and Playful Wombats - Nature Filmmaking With Dr. Gordon Wilson: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/bcce1aa1-3346-451f-845f-ee734e0ad4df/ Eryn's Books:Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonderMade to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/marvelThe 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/0764219782 Episode Links:Marvels of Creation Book Set by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/marvels-of-creation-3-book-packDinosaur Books by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/apologetics/dinosaursExplore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/memberExplore Our Bible & Nature Curriculum and Resources: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/clubFree Hippo Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/can-hippos-swim/Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/ask Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: “The wise are patient; they will be honored if they ignore insults.” Proverbs 19:11 (NCV) “Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead, pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing.” 1 Peter 3:9 (NLT) “Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other… Bless those who persecute you. Don’t curse them; pray that God will bless them.” Romans 12:9-10, 14 (NLT) Terms Learned in This Episode: Territorial: When an animal protects the place where it lives, rests, eats, or raises its babies. Hippo Gaping: When two male hippos stand face to face with mouths opened wide in preparation to battle. Blood Sweat: Red, oily liquid that comes out of a hippo’s skin to protect it. Pachyderm: An old word for a “thick-skinned” animal. This podcast episode contains paid advertisements.
July 28, 202629min