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How Strong Is a Hippo’s Bite? Lesson 138

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Episode How Strong Is a Hippo’s Bite? Lesson 138

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Hippos may look round, slow, and almost cuddly—but these “river horses” are full of surprises. Discover why hippos sink rather than swim and have epic battles with each other. Learn how God designed hippos to survive using a mysterious built-in skin ointment.

Here’s our trail map:

• Can Hippos Swim? • How Strong Is a Hippo’s Bite? • Do Hippos Sweat Blood? • How Can We Have Thick Skin and a Soft Heart?

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Related Lessons to listen to next:

• Why Do Elephants Squeak? Lesson 80: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/880f710e-9de5-4d1b-a7fe-87f2d0b493e2/ • Charging Rhinos and Playful Wombats - Nature Filmmaking With Dr. Gordon Wilson: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/bcce1aa1-3346-451f-845f-ee734e0ad4df/

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• Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonder • Made to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/marvel • The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891 • Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615 • 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782

Episode Links:

• Marvels of Creation Book Set by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/marvels-of-creation-3-book-pack • Dinosaur Books by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/apologetics/dinosaurs • Explore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/ • Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/member • Explore Our Bible & Nature Curriculum and Resources: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/club • Free Hippo Coloring Sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/can-hippos-swim/ • Ask your nature question: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/ask

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:

“The wise are patient;

they will be honored if they ignore insults.” Proverbs 19:11 (NCV)

“Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead, pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing.” 1 Peter 3:9 (NLT)

“Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other… Bless those who persecute you. Don’t curse them; pray that God will bless them.” Romans 12:9-10, 14 (NLT)

Terms Learned in This Episode:

Territorial: When an animal protects the place where it lives, rests, eats, or raises its babies.

Hippo Gaping: When two male hippos stand face to face with mouths opened wide in preparation to battle.

Blood Sweat: Red, oily liquid that comes out of a hippo’s skin to protect it.

Pachyderm: An old word for a “thick-skinned” animal.

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