Scripture describes humans living for a very long time, nearly a millennium before the Flood. Many scoff at this, stating this is reason to disregard the Bible. Even some evangelicals claim these ages just can’t be taken literally. But, is that really true?

 

Living things, whether animal or plant, exhibit a variety of traits that can change from generation to generation. These trait variations can help them adapt to thrive in certain situations. Some of these adaptations happen quite quickly as creatures pioneer new niches, developing traits that allow them to fit their environmental conditions. But how does this happen?