Literal Days or Long Ages? Solving the Genesis 1 Timeline

Episode Summary

One of the most debated topics in the Bible is the nature of the "days" in Genesis. Were they literal 24-hour periods, or do they represent millions of years? In this episode, we dive into the Hebrew language, the mystery of light before the sun, and what Jesus’ miracles reveal about the speed of creation.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The "Yom" Factor: We break down the Hebrew word for "day" and why the phrase "evening and morning" is the key to understanding the author's intent.
• Light Without a Sun: How could there be day and night on Day 1 if the sun wasn't created until Day 4? We explore God as the primary source of light.
• The Power of the Spoken Word: Drawing parallels between Genesis and the miracles of Jesus, we look at why God’s creative work is immediate rather than gradual.
• The Sabbath Pattern: Why Exodus 20 links our work week directly to the six days of creation.

Key Bible Passages Mentioned

• Genesis 1:3-5: The creation of light and the first day.
• Psalm 33:6-9: "For He spoke, and it was done."
• Exodus 20:8-11: The Fourth Commandment and the creation week pattern.
• Mark 5:41-42: Jesus’ immediate authority over life and death.
• Colossians 1:16: Christ’s role as the Creator.

Quotes from the Episode

"The same God who healed with a word in the New Testament is the one who created with a word in Genesis. He doesn’t need billions of years to get things done."