As space exploration surges back into focus with the launch of the Artemis II crew and their moon mission, questions about faith and science are rising with it. But Christian astrophysicist Hugh Ross says the deeper we go, the clearer the Bible becomes.
“He made us curious. I mean, we’re unique amongst all life on planet Earth in that we’re curious about everything,” Ross said to conservative commentator Glenn Beck. “I think God gave us a curiosity for a reason. He really does want us to explore.”
That curiosity, he explained, does not compete with faith. It strengthens it.
Does God Want Us Exploring Space?
As debate grows over missions to the moon and beyond, Ross pushed back on the idea that space exploration is a waste or an act of pride.
“We want to know what’s beyond the universe,” he said, pointing to humanity’s unique desire to explore what no other creation even considers.
Rather than a rebellion against God, Ross framed exploration as something rooted in design. The drive to discover is not accidental. It is intentional.
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A Different Look at Noah’s Flood
Ross tackled one of Scripture’s most debated events head-on. “The Bible tells us that the flood lasted 375 days,” he said. “There had to be a lot of melting ice and snow for the flood to last that long.”
He pointed to massive ice age melt events and said the flood wiped out all humanity at the time without covering the entire globe. “It also puts the flood early enough in human history that the flood can wipe out the entire world of humanity.”
He also reframed the purpose behind it. “Humanity was literally in danger of self-extermination,” Ross said. “At least nine out of 10 people died as a result of being murdered.”
Genesis and Modern Science Align
Ross said the most striking detail is not just accuracy, but order. “It’s not just that the descriptions are correct, everything is in the correct chronological sequence.”
He pointed to scientific discoveries that now mirror Genesis, including atmospheric changes tied to oxygen levels. “When the oxygen hit 8% the atmosphere… cleared you could see through it.”
He added that Scripture described key features of the universe long before modern astronomy. “The universe has a beginning… expands… and gets progressively colder.”
The Sign That Matters Most
While many look to the skies for answers, Ross pointed to a different sign. “Jesus told His disciples that He would return the moment that His followers take the Good News… to all the people groups of the world.”
The mission is within reach. “We have the wealth, the technology and the people… All we lack is the motivation.”
James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
