Thoughts on the beginning

[Just_A__Follower]

I’m sure there are many young earth people and others on here so I’d like to get some thoughts on what I believe. My theory is that “in the beginning” is not our beginning as far as humans. My theory is that God possibly had multiple creations before our time on earth. Maybe one of them included the dinosaurs. Maybe said creations defied Him and He wiped them out with a meteor as He did us with a flood. The way I read it is that “in the beginning” and “day one” are different times, day one being the beginning of the current creation’s(us) time. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard this from anyone before. What are y’all’s thoughts on this?

 

[shittim]

Hmm... interesting you should post this, many assume the Bible was written in English, lol!
One teaching I have seen from a noted Rabbi tells of the original wording could meaning could also be interpreted as "revealed", bringing new understanding to this scripture.
It IS His nature to create and love us so much He would ask His only begotten Son to model how we are to live and die for us that we might be filled to, overflowing with His Spirit.
bless you, friend

 

[Dino246]

I’m sure there are many young earth people and others on here so I’d like to get some thoughts on what I believe. My theory is that “in the beginning” is not our beginning as far as humans. My theory is that God possibly had multiple creations before our time on earth. Maybe one of them included the dinosaurs. Maybe said creations defied Him and He wiped them out with a meteor as He did us with a flood. The way I read it is that “in the beginning” and “day one” are different times, day one being the beginning of the current creation’s(us) time. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard this from anyone before. What are y’all’s thoughts on this?

Welcome to CC…

In my experience, the only people (other than Hebrew scholars) who challenge the straightforward interpretation of Genesis are those who have a particular agenda; a preconceived idea for which they are seeking confirmation or justification.

I haven’t encountered the particular idea you propose, so I’ll ask this: Why do you think the text of Scripture is inadequate on this point? What leads you to consider this possibility?

 

[shittim]

We know He has truth that is hidden until the time of the end as it says in Daniel.
We also know our faith is a revealed faith, and He will never run out of truth He can teach us.
blessings

 

[Me_Clay]

I’m sure there are many young earth people and others on here so I’d like to get some thoughts on what I believe. My theory is that “in the beginning” is not our beginning as far as humans. My theory is that God possibly had multiple creations before our time on earth. Maybe one of them included the dinosaurs. Maybe said creations defied Him and He wiped them out with a meteor as He did us with a flood. The way I read it is that “in the beginning” and “day one” are different times, day one being the beginning of the current creation’s(us) time. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard this from anyone before. What are y’all’s thoughts on this?

You must be a Muslim

 

[GWH]

I’m sure there are many young earth people and others on here so I’d like to get some thoughts on what I believe. My theory is that “in the beginning” is not our beginning as far as humans. My theory is that God possibly had multiple creations before our time on earth. Maybe one of them included the dinosaurs. Maybe said creations defied Him and He wiped them out with a meteor as He did us with a flood. The way I read it is that “in the beginning” and “day one” are different times, day one being the beginning of the current creation’s(us) time. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard this from anyone before. What are y’all’s thoughts on this?

My thoughts are:

1. GW does not teach multiple creations.
2. GW DOES imply that God created angelic beings before humans,
but it does not explain how that jibes with Genesis.

 

[shittim]

Actually there are 2 accounts in Genesis chapters 1 and 2-
https://search.brave.com/search?q=2...summary=1&conversation=3fb84db507e1a5637e758e

 

[JohnRH]

I’m sure there are many young earth people and others on here so I’d like to get some thoughts on what I believe. My theory is that “in the beginning” is not our beginning as far as humans. My theory is that God possibly had multiple creations before our time on earth. Maybe one of them included the dinosaurs. Maybe said creations defied Him and He wiped them out with a meteor as He did us with a flood. The way I read it is that “in the beginning” and “day one” are different times, day one being the beginning of the current creation’s(us) time. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard this from anyone before. What are y’all’s thoughts on this?

For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is ... Ex 20:11 (KJV)
This verse disproves your theory.

 

[Me_Clay]

You must be a Muslim

2 John 1:10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed:

11 For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.

 

[tourist]

You must be a Muslim

What has this member posted that would indicate that? Even if this member was a Muslim what relevance does that have in regard to the OP?

 

[tourist]

2 John 1:10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed:

11 For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.

Would someone receive you into their house?

 

[Just_A__Follower]

Hmm... interesting you should post this, many assume the Bible was written in English, lol!
One teaching I have seen from a noted Rabbi tells of the original wording could meaning could also be interpreted as "revealed", bringing new understanding to this scripture.
It IS His nature to create and love us so much He would ask His only begotten Son to model how we are to live and die for us that we might be filled to, overflowing with His Spirit.
bless you, friend

It’s just one of the thoughts that has bounced around in my head. Sometimes my imagination goes deep into something that doesn’t matter that much. But it would explain a lot of archeological finds. But I also know that we don’t know but a tiny percent of His nature and works. One day we will be even more amazed with His power than we are now. May God bless you too.

 

[shittim]

I question if it was merely "bouncing around in my head", you could have received His inspiration, after all, He knows the end from the beginning, and so completely He knew at the creation we would be having this exchange right now.
blessings, brother

 

[Just_A__Follower]

Welcome to CC…

In my experience, the only people (other than Hebrew scholars) who challenge the straightforward interpretation of Genesis are those who have a particular agenda; a preconceived idea for which they are seeking confirmation or justification.

I haven’t encountered the particular idea you propose, so I’ll ask this: Why do you think the text of Scripture is inadequate on this point? What leads you to consider this possibility?

There is more left out of scripture than is put into it.(John 21:25) That leaves a lot of room for my imagination. Whether He did it in six days or a million years, it really doesn’t matter, and doesn’t affect my faith in Him.

 

[Just_A__Follower]

You must be a Muslim

I love you too brother but no I’m not a Muslim.

 

[Just_A__Follower]

Actually there are 2 accounts in Genesis chapters 1 and 2-
https://search.brave.com/search?q=2...summary=1&conversation=3fb84db507e1a5637e758e

Yes I know. There’s the fact that they differ and the fact that they were passed down orally for who knows how long until they were written that makes me wonder. The fact is we don’t know if the days were literal or metaphorical.

 

[2ndTimeIsTheCharm]

I’m sure there are many young earth people and others on here so I’d like to get some thoughts on what I believe. My theory is that “in the beginning” is not our beginning as far as humans. My theory is that God possibly had multiple creations before our time on earth. Maybe one of them included the dinosaurs. Maybe said creations defied Him and He wiped them out with a meteor as He did us with a flood. The way I read it is that “in the beginning” and “day one” are different times, day one being the beginning of the current creation’s(us) time. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard this from anyone before. What are y’all’s thoughts on this?

I was a teenager when I got saved and I used to think I can get creative with what God had written in the Bible. As you grow in the Lord, you will learn that God means what He says clearly and not to deviate from it.

Of course, I have a lot of questions I want to ask God that He hasn't addressed in the Bible, but for those things, I figure that I will just wait until this whole thing is over and I can see Him face to face. That's when I'm going to ask all those questions to Him. And you can too!

 

[lrs68]

I’m sure there are many young earth people and others on here so I’d like to get some thoughts on what I believe. My theory is that “in the beginning” is not our beginning as far as humans. My theory is that God possibly had multiple creations before our time on earth. Maybe one of them included the dinosaurs. Maybe said creations defied Him and He wiped them out with a meteor as He did us with a flood. The way I read it is that “in the beginning” and “day one” are different times, day one being the beginning of the current creation’s(us) time. I’m not sure if I’ve ever heard this from anyone before. What are y’all’s thoughts on this?

The ancient Hebrew is written in a way that Genesis 1:1 is a completed Heavens and Earth and Genesis 1:2 is the beginning of restoring what had once been created.

 

[Blue155]

As you grow in the Lord, you will learn that God means what He says clearly and not to deviate from it.

Your words of wisdom is inspiring!! Thank you for helping and reminding me of what to do in convos. Forever grateful. Your support and friendship is what’s needed in this evil and cold world. If our paths don’t cross in this life, it has been a great time knowing you online.

 

[Just_A__Follower]

I was a teenager when I got saved and I used to think I can get creative with what God had written in the Bible. As you grow in the Lord, you will learn that God means what He says clearly and not to deviate from it.

Of course, I have a lot of questions I want to ask God that He hasn't addressed in the Bible, but for those things, I figure that I will just wait until this whole thing is over and I can see Him face to face. That's when I'm going to ask all those questions to Him. And you can too!

I know God means what He says but it what He doesn’t say(which is a whole lot) that my creative side wonders about. It’s just the what ifs that are fun for me to think about. Keeps my mind occupied while I’m at work . It’s gonna be the best episode of “how’s it made” ever when we meet. Of course I’ll probably be in such awe by His presence that I’ll ask zero questions.