Romans 1 20 Clear Support For An Old Earth
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Romans 1:20: Evidence for an Old Earth
Introduction
Romans 1:20 is frequently cited in debates about creation. The verse is presented here in three translations:
- KJV: "For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse."
- NASB: "For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse."
- AMPLIFIED: "For ever since the creation of the world His invisible nature and attributes, that is, His eternal power and divinity have been made intelligible and clearly discernible in and through the things that have been made?"His handiworks. So [men] are without excuse?"altogether without any defense or justification."
Argument for an Old Earth
The verse suggests that God's attributes are evident in creation, raising the question: why do different interpretations exist within creationism? According to Henry Morris in Biblical Creationism, this verse highlights the logical nature of creation, governed by scientific laws like energy and entropy, demonstrating God's power. Interestingly, young earth creationists accept these laws yet often reject implications that conflict with their views.
Old earth creationists see a universe that clearly reveals billions of years of history. In contrast, young earth creationists often re-interpret the data to fit a 6,000-year-old model, which seems contrary to Romans 1:20.
Radiometric Dating and Interpretation
Radiometric dating is widely accepted for establishing the age of the earth, and Romans 1:20 aligns with this understanding?"creation openly testifies to its ancient origins. However, young earth creationists challenge this, forming the RATE Group to reinterpret radiometric evidence, a process that has taken years. If Romans 1:20 indicates clarity, why is reinterpretation necessary?
Geology and Scientific Evidence
Similar issues arise in other scientific areas, such as geology, where processes clearly indicate an old earth. Yet, young earth proponents often present alternative explanations, twisting straightforward evidence. This contradicts the simplicity suggested in Romans 1:20, where no complex explanation should be required.
Conclusion
To scientists, the world and universe unmistakably appear billions of years old. Romans 1:20 supports the idea that perceptible truths in creation mirror reality. The extensive efforts by young earth creationists to dispute scientific principles ironically reinforce the argument for an old earth.
When Christians deny this, it may lead to perceptions of ignorance and extremism, damaging credibility. Scientists are not inherently hostile to faith; they report observable facts, which corroborate Romans 1:20. In doing so, young earth creationists inadvertently sideline the scriptural truth.
Ultimately, the clear message of Romans 1:20 is one of inherent understanding and truth?"our world is precisely as it appears: ancient and magnificent.
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