Welcome to The Winsome Creationist, where we explore God’s world using a model-building approach, interact with a gracious tone, and take a firm stand on the literal truth of creation found in God’s Word. Join host Steve Schramm and occasional guests as they explore the mysteries and majesties from creation to the flood, babel to the cross, and everywhere in between.
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In this episode of the Winsome Creationist podcast, Steve discusses the concept of 'mere young age creationism,' a term inspired by C.S. Lewis and articulated in the host's upcoming book. This concept aims to foster unity among creationists by focusing on core beliefs, such as Yahweh's transcendence and the six-day creation model, while not requiri…
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In this episode of the Winsome Creationist podcast, I dive into the origins of the show and share my personal journey in creationism, starting with my initial exposure in 2014. I introduce my new mission to promote a kinder, more respectful approach to debates around creationism. I'm excited to announce my upcoming book, *The Winsome Creationist: A…
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Do Most Christians Believe in Evolution?
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In this episode of the Winsome Creationist, host Steve addresses a thought-provoking question from a listener named Ravi. The query revolves around why the majority of Christians are evolutionists and the existence of non-religious converts to creationism. Steve delves deep into the assumptions behind Ravi's question, discussing statistical data, t…
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Wrestling with Creationism w/ Michael Zwaagstra
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Join host Steve on The Winsome Creationist as he sits down with Michael Zwaagstra to explore his journey in education and creationism. They dive deep into maintaining Christian beliefs while engaging with scientific discussions, the evolution of creation research, and the need for humility and accuracy in science. The episode also covers biblical i…
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Why Creationists Need a General Relativity Solution to the Distant Starlight Problem
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In this episode of The Winsome Creationist, Steve welcomes back Dr. Phil Dennis to discuss the necessity of general relativity over special relativity in understanding light and gravitational effects in the universe. Dr. Dennis explains the difference between the two models, using visual aids and real-world examples, including gravitational lensing…
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Dr. Craig is RIGHT about young earth creationism…
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In this episode of The Winsome Creationist, we examine a clip from Dr. William Lane Craig discussing Young Earth Creationism. We explore Craig's stance on the weaknesses of the evolutionary paradigm, his admission of creationist points, and his critique of Young Earth Creationism as a viable model. We delve into the history of creationist arguments…
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Let's Talk About Cain's Wife... AGAIN
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Welcome to another episode of the Winsome Creationist. Today, we're diving into one of the most frequently asked questions in creationism: Where did Cain get his wife? Despite being asked this countless times, it’s a question that still surprises many, including a biblically astute friend of mine who saw it on her TikTok feed recently. In this epis…
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Is Time Real? w/ Dr. Phil Dennis
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Join me and Dr. Phil Dennis for a thought-provoking exploration of time concepts through the lenses of Christianity and creationism. We delve into the contrasting views of presentism and eternalism, dissecting their cultural, philosophical, and theological implications. With a focus on visual aids and movie references, we navigate through scientifi…
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4 Moves to Solve Disagreements Between Science and the Bible
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Description: Join me on this episode as I introduce a new approach to addressing disagreements between biblical teaching and modern science. I've developed a four-step process aimed at fostering a faithful exploration of these issues. First, we examine our philosophical pre-commitments. Then, we ensure an accurate understanding of the biblical text…
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If You Don’t Believe Earthly Things…?
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This episode of the Winsome Creationist podcast focuses on refining the approach to discussing creationism, specifically addressing the use of logic in debates around creation and evolution. A tweet by Scott Aniol is critically examined, highlighting issues around the interpretation of biblical passages on creation and the gospel. The episode argue…
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Answering Some Questions About the ASC & CTC
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Welcome back to the Winsome Creationist podcast! In this episode, Dr. Phil Dennis and I dive deep into the intricacies of relativistic physics and the nature of space-time intervals. Drawing on historical context and Einstein's insights, we dissect the notion of conventionality in measurements and highlight the importance of eliminating coordinates…
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Infinite Game Thinking: A New Approach to Creationism with Dr. Marcus Ross
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In this fascinating conversation, Steve sits down with Dr. Marcus Ross, a skilled paleontologist, educator, and owner of Cornerstone Educational Supply. They dive into a riveting discussion about the concept of infinite game thinking as applied to creationism, the constant battle between creationism and evolution, and how this approach has shaped t…
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Does the CTC Solution ACTUALLY Work?
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In this episode of Winsome Creationist, the host is joined by Dr. Phil Dennis to discuss the Anisotropic Synchrony Convention and the concept of creation time coordinates. They delve deep into the implications of these theories, focusing on the struggle with the light travel time problem in relation to the creation of the universe. They discuss the…
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The Ark and the Darkness: Behind-the-Scenes with Dr. Biddle!
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In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Dan Biddle, a fascinating individual who became a creationist later in life. He shares his personal journey, challenges, and discoveries that led to a profound shift in his faith. We delve into topics like dinosaur soft tissue evidence, the Genesis account, and the upcoming flood movie, "The Ark in the Darkness." …
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Is Gavin Right About the Flood?
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In this video, we engage in a comprehensive discourse addressing Gavin Ortland's views on the biblically narrated flood's extent - was it global or merely local? Our response dissects Ortland's argument and counters it with textual, historical, and scientific evidence, as well as ancient flood legends, to reinforce the idea of a global flood as cau…
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Did Jacob Know the Age of His Ancestors?
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Join me in this thought-provoking episode as we delve deep into the debate over the age of the Earth, exploring the significance of genealogies in Genesis chapters five and eleven. Young earth creationists argue for a 6,000-year-old Earth based on these genealogies and unravel the challenges posed by skeptics. Could a fascinating account in Genesis…
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Should We Reinterpret Scripture to Fit Science?
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Should we reinterpret Scripture to align with scientific discoveries? In this brainstorming session, with a focus on separating the realms of understanding scripture and science, this episode examines historical missteps and current controversies in understanding Scripture, science, and how they relate to one another.…
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Unraveling the Anisotropic Synchrony Convention (ASC) with Dr. Phil Dennis
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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, I engage in a captivating conversation with Dr. Phil Dennis, a retired physicist with expertise in various scientific disciplines. Together, we explore the Anisotropic Synchrony Convention (ASC) and its impact on our understanding of time, space, and the universe. Delving into the historical roots of ASC, …
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Is Gavin Ortlund Right About "Is Genesis History?"
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Gavin Ortlund from @TruthUnites (on YouTube) is a gracious and kind Christian brother. I disagree with his take on origins though, and I think a response to his latest video critiquing Is Genesis History? is warranted. I hope all who see this understand my heart toward the situation and find this to be a helpful (even if long!) contribution. Links …
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Why They Were REALLY Young Earth Creationists
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Join me and guest Mark Ward in the Winsome Creationist podcast as we delve into New Testament passages supporting creationism. Explore Matthew 19 and Mark 10:6, where Jesus references Adam and Eve, with insights on Greek nuances. We discuss the moral responsibility of Bible readers and the challenges of demanding exhaustive precision from Scripture…
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How to Unlock God's HIDDEN Messages in Nature! w/ Pat Mingarelli
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In this episode of "The Winsome Creationist" podcast, we're excited to welcome Pat Mingarelli, the author of the devotional book "Drawing Near: Experiencing God and His Creation." Pat is a seasoned photographer with a background in photojournalism and a career with "Worldwide Challenge" magazine. He has traveled the world, capturing ministries for …
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Ancient Near Eastern Worldviews: Creationism is BUNK?!
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Welcome to another intriguing episode of "The Winsome Creationist." In this candid and thought-provoking discussion, we delve into the complexities of ancient Near Eastern worldviews and their implications for our understanding of the Bible. I take you on a journey through the nuances of this subject, exploring questions like, "How much is too much…
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The TRUE history of creation science revealed... w/ Christian Ryan
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In this episode, we delve into the ongoing debate in the creationist community about their relationship with evolutionary ideas. Our guest, Christian Ryan, a geology student and writer for the New Creation blog, sheds light on the historical evolution of creationist thought. We discuss species fixity's evolution, early hybridization ideas, and hist…
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We RESPOND to the Top 10 Biblical Objections to Young Earth Creationism Part 2
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Does the Bible REALLY teach Young Earth Creationism? In this episode, we're responding to the top biblical objections raised by Michael Jones with Inspiring Philosophy.Bởi Steve Schramm
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We RESPOND to the Top 10 Biblical Objections to Young Earth Creationism
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Does the Bible REALLY teach Young Earth Creationism? In this episode, we're responding to the top biblical objections raised by Michael Jones with Inspiring Philosophy.Bởi Steve Schramm
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Creationists have far too long been focused on the wrong questions. If we spend all of our time demanding answers from God, instead of openly exploring his creation, we will craft answers that satisfy our doubts rather than expand our thinking about who God really is and what he is trying to do.Bởi Steve Schramm
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Are we reading our ideas about Adam into Genesis?
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Was Adam real or just an archetypal figure that we can refer to as a character of literature, but who never really lived? That question is at the forefront of many people's minds today. Some people think that we're even reading Adam back into Genesis from our own modern worldview. In this video, we're going to discuss that and see if it holds up to…
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My Biggest Takeaways from the 2023 ICC
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There is promising creation research happening across many disciplines, but more resources and education are needed to advance these fields further. I was encouraged by the caliber of researchers and young people I saw at the conference! Tune into this episode to hear some of my biggest points and takeaways from the conference.…
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What Does "Stretching Out the Heavens" Mean in the Bible?
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In this episode, I discuss the claim that distant starlight poses a problem for a young creationist view. I answer a listener's question about passages that say God "stretched out the heavens." I argue there are important considerations when interpreting these poetic passages. Overall, I advocate a non-concordist, phenomenological reading of such p…
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Does supernatural creation do away with the need for science?
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In this episode, we examine the question of whether believing in supernatural creation does away with the need for science. Some argue that if God created the world miraculously, then scientific study is pointless. However, we argue that believing in creation actually provides the inspiration and foundation for scientific discovery. We discuss the …
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Solving the Distant Starlight Problem for Creationists (w/ Ticho Tenev)
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In this episode, I speak with computational engineer Dr. Ticho Tenev about his proposed solution to the distant starlight problem from a young earth creation perspective. His paper was coauthored by Drs. John Baumgardner and Mark Horstemeyer. Ticho walks us through special relativity and how it relates to the distant starlight problem. He then expl…
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The Beauty of God's Creation w/ Pat Mingarelli
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Winsome Creationist podcast. This week, we're revisiting an interview from the archive, featuring my friend Pat Mingarelli. An ardent creation enthusiast and a skilled photographer, Pat has a unique perspective on witnessing God's beauty in nature. Our conversation delves into the concept of objective beau…
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Todd Wood on Creationist Hyperevolution
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In this episode of the Winsome Creationist, I discuss an article by Todd Wood titled "Give Me a Break - Ken Hams Hyper Evolution", which defends Ken Ham against the accusation of being a hyper-evolutionist. We delve into Wood's arguments, especially his explanation of different definitions of evolution. I also touch on the recent criticisms from An…
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How to Become an Informed Young Age Creationist
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Struggling to bridge the gap between creationist academics and everyday believers? In this episode of the Winsome Creationist podcast, Steve is joined by Zach Klein, a software engineer with a passion for creationism. Zach is involved with the Missouri Association for Creation, where he serves as a speaker, organizes field trips, and writes about c…
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Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of The Winsome Creationist Podcast. I truly appreciate your support and I hope you're enjoying these episodes as much as I am bringing them to you! In today's episode, we're going to discuss the attitudes and mindsets in the creationism debate. I've titled this episode "Do Old Earth Creationists Ha…
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Should we care whether or not Adam was historical?
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In this episode of the Winsome Creationist, we dive into the intriguing debate surrounding the historical figure of Adam. We discuss different perspectives on Adam's existence, from young age creationism to evolutionary viewpoints, and explore recent developments like Dr. William Lane Craig's book "In Quest of the Historical Adam" and Dr. Joshua Sw…
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A Surprising Look at Noah's Flood w/ Dr. Dustin Burlet
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In the apologetics community, there's a lot of talk about the evidential aspects of Noah's flood. And in church, often the fact of God's judgment is emphasized. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Dustin Burlet who presents a sort of "middle ground" and sheds new light on how God viewed the flood and what it means for us today.…
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Do ANE creation myths cast doubt on Genesis?
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Hebrew Bible/Old Testament scholarship has undergone a major shift in recent decades. More and more, we hear that the Bible was written by just another culture in the ancient Near East, and that lots of borrowing and sharing of ideas between cultures have taken place. Has this happened? How? And if so, does that mean Genesis is not unique in its ow…
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A Way Forward for Creationists Who Disagree
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Creationists are no strangers to disagreement. But what happens when disagreement turns to public denigration? This trend seems to be picking up in creationism, and I'm sad and frustrated about it. But I'm NOT hopeless! In fact, I think the brightest days for creationism are ahead. Let's talk about it!…
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Have you ever been asked why you think creation is such a big deal? Why does it matter WHEN God created the universe? Does the age of the earth really matter at the end of the day? I think this answer is a huge YES, and here's why. Link to the beginning of this series on the Bible Nerd Podcast: https://share.transistor.fm/s/1b871ce3…
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The connection between Genesis 6 and the Christmas story
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Have you ever considered a linkage between the story of Christmas and Genesis 6? Likely not. But what if I told you there was an abundance of evidence that these events are linked in multiple ways that would have had tremendous significance for the original audience of Scripture? Links mentioned: A Dragon in my Nativity: https://www.youtube.com/wat…
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The Christmas season is about far more than a baby in a manger. It's about the Second Person of the Trinity, taking on the form of human flesh. But of course, the Bible says the "Word" has to do not only with Christmas but creation as well. Listen in as we explore the parallels between creation and Christmas in this special episode.…
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Thoughts on "The Quest" by Dr. Todd Wood
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Feeling a little under the weather this week, sorry y'all! In the meantime, here's an episode of The Bible Nerd podcast recorded a while back dealing with Todd Wood's book called The Quest. Hope you enjoy! Here are the links mentioned: https://www.steveschramm.com/meaningless-genealogies-genesis/ https://www.steveschramm.com/jesus-creation/…
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God created this world with purpose and direction in mind. Despite what many critics say, this world was created for the glory of God and accomplishes those purposes. Here are some awesome examples of God's purposeful design in creation! The Age of Things video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhjfajPdotA…
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A Biblically Faithful Approach to Dinosaurs (with Dr. Matt McLain)
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Dinosaurs are seemingly the mascot of naturalistic evolutionism. It's hard for people to imagine how God could have created such creatures, never mind having created them alongside man just 6,000 years ago! In this episode, creationist professor and paleontologist, Dr. Matt McLain, helps us understand dinosaurs from within a biblical paradigm. Did …
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The Current State of Creation Science Research (with Paul Garner)
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Paul Garner wrote The New Creationism in 2009, explaining how creationists who've taken a "model-building" approach could explain many of the world's features. In this episode (recorded in 2021), we get an update on the items Paul covered in the book. There are new problems, new solutions, and new questions! It's an exciting time to be a creationis…
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What does it mean to be a "winsome" creationist?
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Hello and welcome to the FIRST-ever episode of The Winsome Creationist! In this episode, I give the background to the start of this podcast and explain what we'll be focusing on in the episodes ahead. I'm excited for you to join me on this journey!Bởi Steve Schramm
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Something new is coming!Bởi Steve Schramm
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