n this episode, Dan Sanchez, Pastor Ridley Barron, Jon Ballard, and Matt Schmitt dive into the topic of creation, focusing on various Christian interpretations of Genesis 1. The conversation explores the Young Earth theory, which views the earth as being between 8,000 and 12,000 years old, and the Literary Framework, which sees the creation story as a literary device for ancient Israelites. Matt also discusses the evidence for evolution within this framework and how science and theology can coexist. The hosts encourage listeners to open Genesis, wrestle with its meaning, and explore the relationship between science and scripture.

Timestamps:

00:11 – Introduction to creation and Genesis 1

02:34 – Ridley explains the Young Earth theory

05:05 – Matt Schmitt introduces the Literary Framework

07:42 – Discussion on evolution and creation timelines

09:47 – The role of death before the fall in creation

15:26 – Israelites borrowing elements from Egyptian culture

16:20 – Matt critiques the Gap Theory

22:30 – Science affirms the Bible, not the other way around

24:57 – Reconciling theology and science