The person and work of Adam are just as necessary as anything in the scriptures. The historical existence of them is just as necessary for our understanding of faith as the historical existence of Jesus. But the work of Jesus has come to offset what Adam and Eve have imposed upon the creation because historically they bring original sin, which infects all of us.
What happens when our understanding of the Bible’s creation narrative contradicts current scientific theory? In this episode of White Horse Inn, Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, and Bob Hiller continue their discussion of faith and science by considering God’s two ways of speaking in creation: divine fiat and providence. As they consider the compatibility of various scientific views with the biblical account, they also outline what is essential for Christians to affirm when it comes to creation.