Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
ICR’s science staff have spent more than 50 years researching scientific evidence that confirms the Bible’s account of creation. But how does someone become a creation scientist?
Dr. Brian Thomas shares how his personal journey led him to discover a deeper purpose through Christ. Hear how discipleship and the influence of faithful mentors shaped his worldview, strengthened his faith, and ultimately guided him to the Institute for Creation Research, where he now uses his passion for science to point others to the Creator.
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2:15 – Early experiences with faith and religion
4:11 – Childhood connections to Creationism
4:35 – Dr. Brian Thomas’ personal testimony
9:45 – How discipleship reshaped his life
15:28 – College studies and academic journey
19:35 – Discovering a conviction for Creationism
24:41 – Career path before joining ICR
26:31 – What led him to ICR
29:37 – Favorite ICR projects and discoveries
31:43 – Insights on dinosaur soft tissue research
41:20 – Advice for aspiring scientists
45:07 – Navigating challenges in academia
47:33 – Final words of encouragement
50:19 – Bonus: A question from our Members and Patrons
ICR’s science staff have spent more than 50 years researching scientific evidence that confirms the Bible’s account of creation. But how does someone become a creation scientist?
Dr. Brian Thomas shares how his personal journey led him to discover a deeper purpose through Christ. Hear how discipleship and the influence of faithful mentors shaped his worldview, strengthened his faith, and ultimately guided him to the Institute for Creation Research, where he now uses his passion for science to point others to the Creator.
Join this channel to get access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCH2PLuQwGuY_Q9NvNng7Twg/join
Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/InstituteforCreationResearch
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Follow us!
Facebook: facebook.com/icrscience
Instagram: instagram.com/icrscience
X (Twitter): twitter.com/ICRscience
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/institute-for-creation-research
Pinterest: in.pinterest.com/icrscience
TikTok: tiktok.com/@icrscience
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Learn more about the Institute for Creation Research: icr.org
Check out our podcasts: icr.org/podcasts
Shop our store: store.icr.org
Support our ministry: icr.org/donate
Plan your visit to our Dallas creation museum and planetarium: discoverycenter.icr.org
2:15 – Early experiences with faith and religion
4:11 – Childhood connections to Creationism
4:35 – Dr. Brian Thomas’ personal testimony
9:45 – How discipleship reshaped his life
15:28 – College studies and academic journey
19:35 – Discovering a conviction for Creationism
24:41 – Career path before joining ICR
26:31 – What led him to ICR
29:37 – Favorite ICR projects and discoveries
31:43 – Insights on dinosaur soft tissue research
41:20 – Advice for aspiring scientists
45:07 – Navigating challenges in academia
47:33 – Final words of encouragement
50:19 – Bonus: A question from our Members and Patrons
