Whether we believe in a historical Adam or not will affect more than our theology. For instance, his existence is one powerful tool in world missions.

The world around us isn’t impressed with a church that lives just like everyone else. What they need to see are people who daily breathe the air of another world.

In his letters, Paul speaks not only of teachings he delivered to the churches, but also of traditions he passed on. What kind of traditions does he have in mind?