Mr Isbell, my sincere thanks for watching the video that I suggested. There is no hurry from my perspective in bringing conclusions. Most of us on this forum were probably YEC to start with (I was) and I can tell you it took me about 10 years to come to a change in position; and at 47, I am still learning a lot more, especially over the last 3 years.
I think that the video probably seemed a bit under-evidenced in that area because of the need to keep things short. You might enjoy his book, “Adam and the Genome,” but also Lamoureux’ online videos, website and books (Evolutionary Creation; “I Love Jesus and I Accept Evolution;” or, “Evolution: Scripture and Nature Say Yes”; though the latter is perhaps more geared to those who are just starting, and less nuanced). Lamoureux's Evolutionary Creation - #2 by Randy
I hope you don’t mind an introduction, but I Googled your name and found this nice website. Return to the Word Ministries - Raymond Isbell | Return to the Word Congratulations on your lifelong dedication to the Bible and to learning.
I’m a family physician in Michigan. I grew up as a missionary kid in a wonderful, mostly Muslim (95%) country. I still have friends among those who live there and others who came to the US. I don’t consider myself a biologist or scientist, but have enjoyed my interaction with those here. I attend a wonderful, YEC Baptist church who accept me despite my views on evolutionary creation (though I don’t broadcast them so as to avoid causing stress). http://fbcfremont.com/. I regard many YEC Christians as having a deep knowledge of God from the Bible and living for Him, and while we disagree in some things, they frequently have a maturity that can teach me life lessons. Many of my family also are YEC.
Thanks.