Spiral Galaxies and Blue Stars

Challenges to an Old Universe from Astronomy

by Ken Ham on January 7, 2026

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Many people assume that astronomy proves millions of years. But it actually challenges this idea.

Here’s just one example. We see beautiful spiral galaxies throughout our universe. The arms of these galaxies are filled with blue stars. These stars are very bright and quickly burn through their fuel. Secular astronomers must assume that new stars are constantly forming but this has never been observed.

The heavens declare the glory of God and the truth of the Bible. The stars and other heavenly bodies were created on day four of creation week just a few thousand years ago, just like the Bible says.

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