The Original Antibiotic
Genesis 1:28
"And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth."
In Genesis 1:28, God tells man to subdue the Earth. That command implies that He has placed within creation tools and knowledge that humans can learn to use for their own benefit.
After sin entered the world and sickness and death became a reality, God's remarkable foreknowledge became evident. One of the first antibiotics ever discovered by humans has been in use for thousands of years. Modern researchers are just beginning to appreciate the wonder of this natural antibiotic that kills some 650 different strains of disease organisms. It is virtually nontoxic. And best of all, disease organisms don't become resistant to it.
What is this miracle antibiotic? Silver. Ancient Greeks and Romans used silver containers to keep liquids fresh. American settlers would often place a silver dollar in milk to delay its souring. Most of the world's airlines use silver filters on aircraft to prevent dysentery. After testing 23 different methods for purifying water, NASA selected silver water filters for use on board the space shuttle. Japanese researchers have found that silver is even able to detoxify some poisons.
God's knowledge is far above ours. He has hidden in the creation around us knowledge that can help us in this earthly life. He invites us to learn from Him. He has "hidden" greater knowledge – knowledge that can help us here and in eternity – in the Bible. How could anyone be satisfied with what little we know from His great mind!
Prayer: I am filled with awe, dear Lord, at Your great mind. But I am even more overcome by Your love for me in Your innocent suffering and death on the cross for my sins. Thank You! Help my appreciation for this gift to grow forever! Amen.
Author: Paul A. Bartz
Ref.: Science Digest, March 1978, pages 57-59.
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