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Originally Posted by junkyardfrog
I'm one of those Christians who don't believe in the alleged aliens. Here's a recent scientific observation:
PRESS RELEASE
Date Released: Wednesday, July 07, 2004
Source: Johns Hopkins University
Glimpse at Early Universe Reveals Surprisingly Mature Galaxies
Observations challenge standing view of how and when galaxies formed
A rare glimpse back in time into the universe's early evolution has revealed something startling: mature, fully formed galaxies where scientists expected to discover little more than infants.
"Up until now, we assumed that galaxies were just beginning to form between 8 and 11 billion years ago, but...
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Wouldn't that be a hoot, to find out no matter how far "back" we go that galaxy maturation is essentially the same? And wouldn't it also be a hoot to discover a mechanism explaining the apparent vast distances, only to discover the universe is much younger than imagined?
Who knows? One of these we'll either invent FLT and can get there, and find out, Jesus will come and establish a millennial kingdom, or we'll all die one future year or another amidst billions, only to have our ashes reabsorbed into the cosmic soup.
Regardless, have faith in God (or whatever you choose), maintain a keen scientific intellect, and don't forget to spend time with family - they're what really matters, after all.