APO104 – Defending Noah’s Flood

Course Description

In this course, students will examine the biblical account of Noah’s Flood, its historical and theological significance, and the evidence supporting its reality. By analyzing the Genesis narrative in-depth, students will explore the themes of judgment, salvation, and God’s sovereignty, which are central to the story of Noah and the ark. The course will focus on the nature of the flood as both a global event and a symbol of God’s righteousness and mercy, offering a comprehensive study of the flood’s purpose and implications within the broader biblical narrative.

The course will also engage with various scientific, historical, and archaeological perspectives on the flood, addressing common objections and offering evidence from geology, paleontology, and ancient cultures that suggest the flood could have been a historical, global event. Students will explore the various theories surrounding the flood’s timing, location, and the mechanics of how such an event could occur, incorporating the latest research in creation science and flood geology. They will also examine the significance of flood myths in ancient cultures and how these stories may be connected to the biblical account.

Throughout the course, students will evaluate the theological importance of Noah’s Flood in Christian doctrine, particularly its connection to sin, judgment, and redemption. Special attention will be given to the lessons the Flood teaches about God’s justice and mercy, as well as its symbolic meaning in the context of salvation through Jesus Christ. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with a deeper understanding of the historical and spiritual dimensions of Noah’s Flood, as well as the tools to defend its reality in light of both scripture and scientific evidence.