Have you ever heard of the “Unicorn of the Sea”? Discover how the narwhal inspired the unicorn myth, why its long tusk is so special, and what happens when this Arctic whale faces danger and experiences “brain freeze.” Just like narwhals can panic when threatened, we can feel overwhelmed too—but God gives us peace and clear minds as we trust Him.

Here’s our trail map:

• Are Narwhals Unicorns of the Sea?
• What Is a Narwhal’s Horn?
• Can a Narwhal Get a Brain Freeze?
• How Can We Stay Calm When Scary Things Happen?

Eryn's Books:

• The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891
• Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615
• 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782

Episode Links:

• Grab your copy of Wonders of Creation and discover God’s designs in a fallen world: https://www.masterbooks.com/wonders-of-creation
• Explore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/
• Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videos
• Get full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/club
• Free Narwhal Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/narwhal-facts/
• Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/ask

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:

“Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth. The first heaven and the first earth had disappeared, and there was no sea anymore… The One who was sitting on the throne said, ‘Look! I am making everything new!’” Revelation 21:1, 5 (NCV)

“For God did not give us a spirit of fear. He gave us a spirit of power and of love and of a good mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 (NLV)

“You will keep in perfect peace

all who trust in you,

all whose thoughts are fixed on you!” Isaiah 26:3 (NLT)

Terms Learned in This Episode:

• Cetaceans: Scientific order (category) of mammals including whales, dolphins and porpoises.
• Marine Mammal: Mammals (warm-blooded, have hair or fur, breathe air through lungs, and feed their babies with milk) that live in or near the ocean for their whole lives.
• Unihemispheric Sleep: When a creature allows part of its brain to rest while the other part of its brain is still active and alert.
• Nerve Endings: End points of nerves that send messages from different parts of the body to the brain to tell it what is being felt.
• Panic: When someone suddenly feels...

What is it like hovering in the water above countless hammerhead sharks? Or raising baby corals in aquariums? Or scuba diving at night beneath the moonlight? Dr. Robert Carter from Creation Ministries International shares what it’s like (and what it takes!) to honor God as a scientist and professional diver on this special guest episode.

Eryn's Books:

• The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891
• Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615
• 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782

Episode Links:

Creation Ministries International: https://creation.com

Grow together in faith, wonder, and wisdom with Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/

Explore Apologia’s award-winning courses and classes: https://www.apologia.com/

Free Coral Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/coral-reef-facts/

Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/ask

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Is coral a plant or animal? Discover the incredible ways God designed coral to build itself and create entire underwater communities. Joining us is coral ecologist Dr. Robert Carter who works with Creation Ministries International. Let’s dive in and learn about these amazing mystery creatures!

Here’s our trail map:

• What Is a Coral?
• How is a Coral Different From a Coral Reef?
• How Does a Coral Build Its Own Home?
• What Important Work Did God Give Corals to Do?
• What Do Coral Reefs Teach Us About Hospitality?

Eryn's Books:

• The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891
• Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615
• 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782

Episode Links:

• Creation Ministries International: https://creation.com
• Apologia’s Swimming Creatures of the Fifth Day course: https://www.apologia.com/shop/zoology-2-course-set
• Explore Apologia’s award-winning courses and classes: https://www.apologia.com/
• Try CTCMath for free for one week: https://ctcmath.com/
• Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videos
• Get full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/club
• Free Coral Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/coral-reef-facts/
• Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/ask

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:

“When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.” Romans 12:13 (NLT)

“When you do things, do not let selfishness or pride be your guide. Instead, be humble and give more honor to others than to yourselves. Do not be interested only in your own life, but be interested in the lives of others.” Philippians 2:3-4 (NCV)

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Mentioned in this episode:

Explore Creation and the Bible in the Nat Theo Club

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