The universe is both young and ancient simultaneously due of a phenomenon called gravitational time dilation (GTD). 2 Peter 3:8 is a mathematically accurate equation for GTD. We call it the Donkey's Jawbone.
The Donkey’s Jawbone
Eternity, the Soul and Time
There are two time-related concepts next to each other in the context of redeeming souls: cease and forever. This may also be rendered as stop eternity. That's what a gravitational singularity does: it stops time.
Gravity, Redemption and the Soul
No one can pay the price to redeem a soul and live forever, no matter how rich they may be. That's a valid statement, but it may be missing the point. This gets us into a discussion of gravity which is the very essence of time.
A Definition of Time
Time is a field emitted from the singularity at the center of the Earth which causes a linear progression of moments to pass at a rate which is proportional to the square of its distance from the source.
Eternal Torment
The eternal torment referred to by the Bible doesn't take place in hell, which is temporarily in the center of the Earth, there's another location: a lake of fire and brimstone in outer darkness.
Gravitational Time Dilation
The Bible predicts time dilation as observed. It is caused by the operation of gravity according to our axiomatic definition, which is congruent with practical mathematical applications.
Time Dilation Math
We can calculate a distance to the firmament with the question: If GPS clocks are faster by 38,640 ns per day at an orbital radius of 26,541 km, what's the orbital radius when the clocks are faster by 1,000 years?
Wibbly Wobbly Timey Wimey… Stuff
On earth 1 day is equal to 1,000 years at the distance of the firmament, but at the firmament 1 day is equal to 1,000 years on earth. It's a paradox. It is also mathematically perfect in 2 Peter 3:8.
One Thousand Years
For a thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday when it is past, and as a watch in the night.
The Bottomless Pit
A gravitational singularity at the center of the Earth stopped time. If time slows down the closer we get to it, then we'll never get there. It's a relativistic conundrum, and the center of the Earth has an event horizon.