"Allegory and metaphor" is a common and overused excuse to deny the truth of scripture while still pretending to have respect for God's Word.
It's a phoney argument."
I completely agree. I believe Genesis is obviously not allegory and metaphor. It wouldn't make sense for it to be written as it is if that were the case.
Exactly. There is nothing in Genesis to suggest that the creation account was not meant literally. NOTHING.
And there is nothing that prevents those who truly believe in an omnipotent God from believing creation happened precisely as recorded in Genesis.
God doesn't play head games with people. He makes Himself clear enough to those who aren't stuck in rejection mode.
But you and I know what He is saying. That is a blessing. I think we have a lot to be thankful for this Christmas season.