Why is the historical accuracy of the story of Adam and Eve so important theologically?
Gen. 2 and 3; Rom. 5:12-14, 18-20. One of the clear teachings of Genesis is that humans came into existence directly as a creative act by God. This is clearly in contrast to the prevailing theory of the evolutionary origin of humankind. If all humans are not descendants from a literal, historical first couple who fell and needed redemption, then the essence of Christianity and our need for Jesus as a Saviour is seriously undermined. There have been those Christians who, in trying to find a compromise with evolution, have suggested that God used the process of evolution to bring humans into existence, stating that the Fall came as a result of groups of humans rejecting God as they became aware of their individuality. Besides contradicting the plain reading of Scripture, such a view raises more questions than it solves. However, the biblical view teaches that we are all made in God’s image, descendants of Adam and Eve and brothers and sisters in need of a Savior. But what does it mean fo
