Is Behemoth a Dinosaur in the Bible?
Nate Loper - December 4, 2025 The identity of the mysterious “Behemoth” in Job 40:15–24 has long intrigued scholars and students of Scripture. Many commentaries suggest Behemoth was a hippopotamus or elephant, while others dismiss it as a mythological creature. However, taking the text at face value – and from a young-earth creation (YEC) perspective that humans coexisted with all land animals – there is strong reason to conclude that Behemoth was a real creature best fitting the description of a sauropod dinosaur. In this article, we will
A Canyon-Sized Thanksgiving
Nate Loper - November 27, 2025 Thanksgiving reminds us not just to count blessings, but to notice them. There’s a moment that happens on the rim every now and then—usually when the wind settles, the light softens across the layers, and the canyon stretches out in quiet majesty. You stand there and realize just how small you are…and how deeply cared for you still remain. Thanksgiving has a way of bringing that into focus. This season always nudges me to slow down and look back at what God has done—through
28 Seasons on the River: A Legacy of Lives Changed
Nate Loper - September 11, 2025 As Clay Miller and I helped the last group of guests step off the jet boat at Pearce Ferry, we closed the chapter on another remarkable season. Canyon Ministries has now completed 28 consecutive seasons guiding Grand Canyon river trips—a milestone that fills me with gratitude and awe. Each summer, we lead 4-, 7-, and 9-day adventures through the canyon, covering either the 187-mile upper stretch or the 90-mile lower section of the Colorado River. These trips are more than just exciting vacations—they
Grand Canyon Fossil Discovery: A Snapshot of Life Before the Flood
A recent article from Phys.org announced the discovery of exquisitely preserved Cambrian fossils in the Grand Canyon’s Bright Angel Formation. These fossils include soft-bodied creatures like worms, crustaceans, and mollusk-like animals, preserved with stunning detail. Secular scientists are interpreting this find as evidence of a thriving ecosystem that existed some 500 million years ago, providing a window into what they call the "Cambrian Explosion"—a period of rapid evolutionary diversification in the distant past. As Christians who hold to the authority of Scripture and a young earth, global Flood model,
A Different View: Egypt Christian Tour + Cruise!
Walk Through the Land of the Exodus — Egypt Christian Tour, Feb 21st - Mar 3rd, 2026 Join Canyon Ministries Executive Director, Nate Loper who also leads Egypt Christian Tours, and Dr. John DeLancey from Biblical Israel Ministries & Tours for an unforgettable journey through the land of biblical Egypt. This spiritually rich tour is more than a trip—it's a step into Scripture, where the stories of Joseph, Moses, the Exodus, and the mighty hand of God come alive against the backdrop of ancient pyramids, temples, and the Nile
A Different View: London Christian Tour!
Gain A Different View of London, England — October 26 to November 2, 2025 Join Canyon Ministries for an unforgettable journey through one of the most iconic and influential cities in the world—London. From October 26 to November 2, 2025, step into the pages of history and faith as you explore the foundations of Christian heritage woven throughout this legendary city. Led by Canyon Ministries Executive Director, Nate Loper—who has been guiding London Christian Tours for over a decade—this 7-day experience is more than sightseeing. It’s a deep dive into
Living A Bucket List Life
Living a bucket list life isn't about waiting until we're facing mortality to start living, it's about embracing the gift of life we have right now. Have you ever noticed how some people seem to approach life with an insatiable appetite for adventure? They're the ones whose social media feeds are filled with breathtaking vistas, whose stories leave you wondering, "How do they find time for all of that?" Well, I've been pondering this lately, and I've come to realize something profound—living a bucket list life isn't about
Lessons from the Wind
The Spirit of God isn’t something we can see or predict. Like the wind, He doesn’t always move in ways we understand. I was walking along canyon's Trail of Time one spring afternoon, the kind of day where the Grand Canyon wind seems alive. Gusts whipped around me, threatening the security of my hat and sending clouds racing across the sky. I could hear the whisking sound of the wind through the pinons, as their shed needles danced through the air and then disappeared into the depths of
A Canyon’s Worth of Gratitude
Isn't it just like our Creator to turn what the world sees as a challenge to faith into one of faith's strongest witnesses? One afternoon, I stood at Yavapai Point watching a group of ravens soaring on the thermals rising from the canyon depths. They weren't searching for food or racing to a destination—they were simply riding the currents of warm air with what looked remarkably like joy. It reminded me of Jesus' words about how God provides for the birds of the air (Matthew 6:26), and on this
Speaking: The Summit Church
Nate Loper speaking at The Summit Church Grand Canyon: A Flood of Evidence What geologic evidence to we see at the Grand Canyon that supports the biblical account of a global Flood? What do we learn when we examine both the rocks and fossils found there? Learn why the Grand Canyon is one of the best testaments to the biblical events recorded in Genesis 6-8. The Summit Church 1605 MO-125 Rogersville, Missouri 65742
