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May 14, 2026 13 min

The Science Behind “Let There Be Light” | Episode 289

from The Bible Explained with Dr. Bryan Cutshall Hosted by Bryan Cutshall Ministries

What did God mean when He said, “Let there be light”… and could creation itself reveal the fingerprint of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? In this episode, Bryan Cutshall explores the science, symbolism, and spiritual significance behind the very first words spoken in Scripture: “Let there be light.” By connecting Genesis 1 with discoveries in modern science, this teaching examines how light, color, sound, and creation itself point back to the glory of God. Why did God create light before the sun and moon? Could the structure of creation itself reveal deeper truths about the nature of God? Most people read Genesis as simply the story of creation, but this teaching uncovers remarkable connections between Scripture, light, color, and the unseen design woven into the universe. Bryan Cutshall explores the speed of light, the discovery of quarks, RGB color technology, and the biblical imagery surrounding the throne of God, showing how creation reflects the glory of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This episode examines how red, green, and blue appear both in modern science and throughout biblical descriptions of God’s glory, while explaining how all creation points back to its Creator. Bryan Cutshall also explores the meaning behind the “great white throne,” the role of light in creation, and why the entire earth is filled with the glory of God. More than a discussion about science, this teaching is a reminder that every part of creation testifies to the brilliance, power, and presence of God. 📺 Watch the Full Episode here: https://youtu.be/hGQH0UfoIXU 📩 Sign up for my newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/churchtrainer/newsletter-sign-up 🤝 Support our mission: Become A Partner ________________________________________ – FOLLOW ME – 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrBryanCutshall 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryancutshall/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/bryancutshallministries _______________________________________ Visit my websites: 🌐 Bryan Cutshall: www.bryancutshall.com Biblical teaching | Books | Resources 🏛️ Church Trainer: www.churchtrainer.com Church leadership | Ministry tools | Training 🎓 ISOW (International School of the Word): www.isow.org Online Bible courses | Spiritual growth | Ministry training

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