Many people wonder if it is possible that God created the world over billions of years. They ask why the age of the earth is such a big deal, especially since it is not directly related to salvation. While the timescale itself may …
The idea that the Hebrew word רקיע (raqîa‘), commonly translated as "firmament," refers to a solid dome over the earth is often used by skeptics to criticize the Bible's cosmology. However, this interpretation is not supported by the text of Genesis 1 or …
The question of whether Moses wrote the book of Genesis is a topic of debate among scholars. Many liberal Bible colleges and seminaries, as well as some conservative ones, teach the "documentary hypothesis" which denies that Moses had anything to do with Genesis. This hypothesis …
Snakes have always fascinated us with their unique characteristics and behaviors. One interesting aspect of snakes is their ability to eat dust, a trait mentioned in Genesis 3:14 where God says to the serpent, "Upon your belly you shall go, and …
In the account of Eve's temptation and the Fall of mankind in Genesis chapter 3, we encounter a creature known as "the serpent." This raises the question: who or what is this serpent? Some argue that the story is symbolic or allegorical because animals cannot speak …
Genesis is often debated among scholars and theologians, with some questioning its historical accuracy and claiming it to be poetry or allegory. However, as supporters of biblical creation, we affirm that Genesis is a book about history, recounting real events that took place in the past …
Quotations in the New Testament: Do they mean that the quoted book is totally authoritative?
When discussing the authority of books referenced in the New Testament, it is important to consider the genre and historical context of each work. This article explores the question of whether the quotations in the …
The book of Genesis in the Bible is often seen as a theological account of God's creation, focusing on the "Who?" and "Why?" rather than the "How?" and "When?" However, it is important to recognize that Genesis is written as real history …
Does Genesis Allow Any Scientific Theory of Origin?
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Introduction: The article discusses the views of John P. Dickson, who advocates for a symbolic reading of Genesis 1 and the creation story to reconcile faith with secular scientific views on the origin of man.
The New Testament offers valuable insights into the topic of Creation, particularly in relation to the events described in Genesis chapters 1-3. It is important to note that the New Testament writers consistently affirm the historical accuracy and authority of the Genesis account. This article …
Problems in Methods of Interpretation—Genesis 1–11: Part 2
Introduction
One of the fundamental beliefs of evangelical Christianity is that "the Bible is its own interpreter." However, when it comes to interpreting the early chapters of Genesis in light of evolutionary biology and uniformitarian geology, some Christians try to …