Nicolene Filmalter

Creation vs. Evolution: A Rational Evaluation: (+/- 50 mins / 1 hr. 15 min)
In this presentation, we will focus on the foundational importance of Genesis and explore why both evolutionists and creationists hold the beliefs they do. You’ll see how these perspectives represent two distinct worldviews about the history of the universe. We’ll also address common challenges to Genesis and questions people often raise, such as: Is this really a matter of science versus religion? Do Genesis 1 and 2 contradict each other? Is there room for a gap theory? And is a ‘day’ in Genesis truly a day? If time permits, we will compare both views against three key aspects: The laws of nature, Predictions, and insights from Information Theory, Intelligent Design, and The Origin of Life. Within this order and design, we can discern the signature of our Creator God.

Is Evolution Really Possible? (+/- 1 hr. 15 min.)
Is evolution really possible? In our search, we will learn about genetics, mutations, natural selection, who was Cain’s wife; and what were the Biblical created kinds? We will also look at similarities in living organisms as well as the creation of mankind.

Old or Young? (+/- 1 hr. 30 min)
It’s all about time: Is creation millions of years old, or thousands of years young? We begin by looking at uniformitarianism as well as a quick overview of radiometric dating – what is it and how does it work? Then we’ll look at the geological column and the associated challenges. Finally, we’ll investigate the Biblical Flood in order to get a fresh look at geological structures through the lens of Scripture.

C14 Dating and Fossils (+/- 1 hr)
In this lecture we briefly look at carbon14 dating – how does it work? Then we look at fossils – what are they, and how are they formed? What have evolutionary palaeontologists themselves admitted regarding so-called “missing links”?

Human Evolution – Really?
Is humanity really just the result of some chemical accident? The human body is in fact living proof of the fantastic organizational ability of our Creator. In this lecture, the human evolution hypothesis is debunked and completely destroyed.

The Divine Signature in Design, Information, & DNA (+/- 30 min)
Where do we come from, why are we here, and where are we going? These timeless questions invite us to consider the role of the cosmos, information, and DNA in shaping our existence. In this short presentation, we will focus on origins. Drawing on scientific predictions, insights from Information Theory, Intelligent Design, and research into the Origin of Life, we discover patterns of order and design. These patterns bear the unmistakable signature of our Creator God, pointing us toward meaning and purpose woven into the very fabric of creation.

Theistic Evolution (+/- 2 hrs)
The two main points on which Genesis is most attacked today deals with the age of the earth and universe as well as the rejection of the global Genesis flood. According to the Bible, the creation is about 6,000 years old, while evolutionists and long-time followers suggest an age of 4.6 Ma for the earth and about 14 Ma for the universe. Both cannot be right. In this presentation we look at two theories that attempt to reconcile millions of years with the Bible: The Day-Age theory and the Gap theory. After a critical examination of these theories, it becomes quite clear that compromise on Genesis, is impossible. This is an extremely important lecture and can be presented in two or more sections with a break in between.

Evidence for a Young Creation:
Although the age of creation is not a salvation issue, it is fundamental to the Gospel message, because the Gospel is founded in Genesis; And to be logically consistent, we should believe the whole Bible. In this lecture we look at radiometric dating methods, Carbon-14 dating, Biological evidence, Human history, Geological evidence, and Astronomical evidence.

Dinosaurs!
Did dinosaurs really exist and if so, did they really become extinct 65 millions years ago? Is there any evidence of dinosaurs not being millions of years old? Have people ever seen them and are they mentioned in the Bible at all? We will investigate the evidence in the fossil record, tracks, amazing biological discoveries confirming their young age as well as look at how God described two dinosaurs in great detail in the Bible.

Fearsome Creatures:
A question often asked by believers and non-believers is, “How could a good and loving God create bad things?” A very valid question indeed and one that needs a rational Biblical answer. To answer the question we’ll look at biological structures called: DAS (Defense & Attack structures).

KNP Geology:
After looking at the Biblical Flood Model, we interpret the geology of the Kruger National Park through the lense of Scripture. This is a very useful lecture particularly for guides.

The Ice Age, Mammoths, Glacial Period, & Extinction:
Was there one Ice Age or many Ice Ages? When did it happen? What caused it? What about mammoths, the Glacial Period and all the extinctions? To answer this, we must briefly go back to the Biblical Flood.

Ark Logistics (+/- 1 hr)
How on earth did Noah, his family and all the land animals fit into the Ark? Where did they put all the food? What did they eat after the Flood? If all people except Noah and his family were destroyed in the Flood, where do all the people-groups (races) in the world today come from?

Climate Change: A Biblical Perspective (+/- 30 to 45 min)
There is no doubt that the overall approach to so-called climate change is absolutely one-sided; and therefore it is important to provide a Biblical perspective on this matter. This is only a short summary of a very contentious matter. In this lecture, we also look at some failed evolutionary predictions.

Dinosaurs, The Paleontological Echo of Design, Judgment, & Mercy + The Biblical Flood (+/- 1 hr)
What is a dinosaur? Did they really exist and if so, did they really become extinct 65 millions years ago? Have people ever seen them and are they mentioned in the Bible at all? We’ll look at evidence for their young age as well as Taphonomy. Lastly we’ll take a brief look at the Biblical Flood in order to take a fresh look at dinosaurs through the lens of Scripture.

Children’s Creation Series (Available on Youtube)

• Creation to Re-Creation Intro (+/- 30 min)
The format is essentially a summarised introduction to the book and DVD series for primary school children and is ideal for children’s church. In this short presentation we take a stroll through Creation Week, then we dive through the Flood and in the very last and most important episode, we reach for redemption.

• The Creation Week: Days 1-4
In the first episode, we will learn about the events surrounding Days one to four of Creation Week. God created everything from nothing: Time, space, matter, energy, an atmosphere, outer space as well as the sun, moon and all the billions upon billions of stars. In the first four days, therefore, God created all the physical conditions in preparation for the very special living beings that He had in mind.

• The Creation Week: The Big Bang & Day 5
In the second episode of Creation Week, we will briefly talk about the big bang idea before learning more about the events of Day 5, when God created the aquatic and flying creatures. We will also briefly look at what evolutionists believe.

• The Creation Week: Day 6a (Land animals)
In episode three of Creation Week, we will look at the land animals that God created with special emphasis on dinosaurs. It is very interesting to see how God Himself described two dinosaurs in quite some detail in the Bible.

• The Creation Week: Day 6b (Mankind)
In the fourth episode of Creation Week, we are going to learn more about the creation of mankind. Are we created with an immortal soul or are we a mortal soul? We are going to learn how Adam named the land animals and how God appointed mankind as stewards of Creation. Then we will briefly look at how this information differs from what evolutionists believe.

• The Creation Week: Day 7 (The Sabbath)
In the last episode about Creation Week we will learn about what God did on the Seventh Day – the Sabbath Day. Since Creation Week was seven days long, we should always talk about the Seventh Day as well when learning about Creation Week, because the Seventh Day is inextricably linked to Creation Week. This means that we cannot cut the Seventh Day off from the Creation Week. It is also important to know which day the Sabbath day truly is and why so many people see it differently today.

• Destruction: The Fall
In the second part of this series we will learn about the destruction that took place because of the Fall of mankind. Why are there rules? What happened when Adam and Eve were tempted by satan and what exactly happened during the Fall?

• Destruction: The Consequences of the Fall
In the second episode about destruction, we are going to learn about the sad consequences of the Fall on mankind, the animals and subsequently, on the whole creation. We are also going to learn about Cain and Abel and the sacrificial system and of course we are going to ask: Who was Cain’s wife?

• Destruction: The Ark
This episode is very interesting because we are going to learn more about the Ark. How big was it really and how on earth did everything fit in there? Could there possibly have been dinosaurs on the Ark? What about food and water? Come and learn everything and more in this extremely interesting episode.

• Destruction: The Flood – Possible Conditions Before and During the Flood
In the fourth episode on destruction we are going to look at the possible conditions that could have prevailed before and during the Flood. Was it really a global Flood and where did all the water come from? What about fossils – what are they and how were they formed? We are also going to look at the geological column. What is it and how was the column formed?

• Destruction: The Flood – After the Flood (Mountains, Valleys, Ice Age, Mammoths, Glaciers)
In the fifth episode on destruction, we are going to learn about things that happened after the Flood and specifically, what was the effect of the Flood on, among other things, the formation of mountains, valleys and the Ice Age. We will also learn about mammoths and the Glacial Period.

• Destruction: The Flood – After the Flood (Survival of Humans and Animals, Race and Languages)
In the last episode on destruction, we will also learn about the survival of humans and animals after the Flood. What did they eat? Why did the dinosaurs become extinct? Where do all the people come from? Where do all the so-called races (people groups) and languages come from? Come enjoy this interesting episode with me.

• Redemption
In the very LAST section and episode of this series, we will, after a brief overview of our journey, talk about the central theme of Christianity, and that is to reach for salvation through our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are going to answer the most important question that anyone could ever ask and that is: ‘What can I do to be saved?’ Do not miss this crucially important episode!

Abortion (+/- 1 hr. 30 min)
Abortion is an issue which lies extremely close to my heart (and I do believe to most of yours as well). In essence, it is the biggest reason why I do what I do in creation science. This is literally a matter of life and death; and yet so many people find themselves in a moral dilemma, mainly because there are so many misconceptions and confusion about this – even within the Church. I believe that These presentations will clear up the confusion. This extremely important topic is presented in at least two parts. In part 1 we look at what the Word of God as our absolute foundation of truth says about the matter and how science confirms these Biblical truths – as usual. In part two we look at what abortion really entails. This presentation is not for young children.