On Feb. 4, John C. Whitcomb Jr.—theologian, Old Testament scholar, and one of the principal founders of the modern creationism movement—passed away at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was 95. From his strong convictions on Biblical inerrancy to his legacy as a leading young earth creationist, Whitcomb’s life and ministry reflected an unswerving devotion to the Word of God.
While Whitcomb will primarily be remembered for his contributions to creationism, his expertise in Biblical studies and theology extended far beyond the pages of Genesis 1—3. In his many decades of ministry, he labored to teach “the whole counsel of God” (Acts 20:27) with clarity and conviction. “I want to be known, if for anything, as a Bible expositor,” Whitcomb once said in an interview with Paul Scharf. “Creation is absolutely essential, but it is not sufficient for a God-ordained teacher. I want to be balanced in my...