I have always been fascinated by the night sky. I don’t think I could make it as an astronaut, but I have a great deal of respect for what they do and the contribution they make to science. The creation of the solar system is one of the first things mentioned in the Bible. God speaking all things into existence out of nothing is one of the key principles in understanding Biblical theology. Basically, order out of chaos. Over the next couple of weeks we will be able to see God’s created order on display.
According to Farmer’s Almanac, (https://www.farmersalmanac.com/planet-parade-2025) in January and February of this year, six planets will form a giant arc in the evening sky: Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, and Saturn. At the end of February, Mercury will join the fun, replacing Saturn. This is called a Parade of Planets, which is an astronomical phenomenon in which several planets appear aligned or grouped in the night sky from Earth's perspective. Although the planets are not physically aligned in space, they form a visually striking configuration along the ecliptic plane, the apparent path of the sun across the sky.
According to Discover Magazine, (https://www.discovermagazine.com/the-sciences/seven-planets-will-soon-align-creating-a-planet-parade-in-the-sky) Depending on the number of visible planets, this phenomenon can range from a mini planetary alignment involving three planets to a grand parade showcasing all the solar system's major planets. Large planet parades (six or seven planets): This is much rarer, occurring roughly every 10 to 20 years. Grand alignments (all eight planets): True grand alignments involving all eight planets are extremely rare, occurring once every 100 to 200 years or more. According to https://skyandtelescope.org/ the last time all eight planets aligned was on December 28, 2022.
What difference does this make and why is it important that you realize it? Human beings have been able to predict the movement of the stars and planets for thousands of years. Out of the vastness of space, it is still possible to determine where these heavenly bodies will be and when they will be there. The order of the universe declares the glory of God. If all things were simply an accident, how do we explain the precision of the planets? What are the odds of all of this happening by chance?
No matter how much or little you care about the specifics, you have to admit the fascination and wonder of the universe. To know that God is in control and brings order to the chaos has to give you comfort on some level! Colossians 1:16-17 tells us this about Jesus: For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.
Your new year might be off to a chaotic start, but knowing that the God of the Universe holds all things together should bring you the assurance that He can hold you together in turbulent times.
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Psalm 19:1
Serving the Savior,
Bro. Jonathan
According to Farmer’s Almanac, (https://www.farmersalmanac.com/planet-parade-2025) in January and February of this year, six planets will form a giant arc in the evening sky: Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, and Saturn. At the end of February, Mercury will join the fun, replacing Saturn. This is called a Parade of Planets, which is an astronomical phenomenon in which several planets appear aligned or grouped in the night sky from Earth's perspective. Although the planets are not physically aligned in space, they form a visually striking configuration along the ecliptic plane, the apparent path of the sun across the sky.
According to Discover Magazine, (https://www.discovermagazine.com/the-sciences/seven-planets-will-soon-align-creating-a-planet-parade-in-the-sky) Depending on the number of visible planets, this phenomenon can range from a mini planetary alignment involving three planets to a grand parade showcasing all the solar system's major planets. Large planet parades (six or seven planets): This is much rarer, occurring roughly every 10 to 20 years. Grand alignments (all eight planets): True grand alignments involving all eight planets are extremely rare, occurring once every 100 to 200 years or more. According to https://skyandtelescope.org/ the last time all eight planets aligned was on December 28, 2022.
What difference does this make and why is it important that you realize it? Human beings have been able to predict the movement of the stars and planets for thousands of years. Out of the vastness of space, it is still possible to determine where these heavenly bodies will be and when they will be there. The order of the universe declares the glory of God. If all things were simply an accident, how do we explain the precision of the planets? What are the odds of all of this happening by chance?
No matter how much or little you care about the specifics, you have to admit the fascination and wonder of the universe. To know that God is in control and brings order to the chaos has to give you comfort on some level! Colossians 1:16-17 tells us this about Jesus: For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.
Your new year might be off to a chaotic start, but knowing that the God of the Universe holds all things together should bring you the assurance that He can hold you together in turbulent times.
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Psalm 19:1
Serving the Savior,
Bro. Jonathan
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