Non-Literalists on Creation

Question 1

How do non-literalists interpret the “days” in Genesis 1?

Answer 1

More symbolically, allowing for longer periods or metaphorical representation.
“But do not overlook this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.” (2 Peter 3:8)

Question 2

What is the non-literalist perspective on the timeline of the Earth’s age?

Answer 2

Accepts scientific estimates of an old Earth.

Question 3

How do non-literalists generally view the theory of evolution?

Answer 3

They may embrace theistic evolution, seeing compatibility between evolution and God’s creative activity.

Question 4

How do non-literalists perceive Genesis 1 and 2?

Answer 4

As complementary chapters providing different perspectives on creation. Biblical Support: “The sum of your word is truth”