Kenton Sparks' View on Adam and Eve

Kenton Sparks represents a progressive perspective on the historicity of Adam and Eve, arguing that the biblical accounts should be viewed as theological narratives rather than literal historical accounts. He contends that while the early chapters of Genesis may serve important theological purposes, their historicity is not essential to understanding Christ and salvation. Sparks asserts that a straightforward reading of Scripture can still be compatible with modern empirical evidence, which leads him to reject a literal interpretation of the creation story. His position suggests that one can identify as an evangelical and affirm core doctrinal tenets while not viewing Adam and Eve as historical figures.