Adam, the Fall, and Original Sin: Theological, Biblical, and Scientific Perspectives

by Hans Madueme (Editor), Michael R. E. Reeves (Editor)

Overview

The Christian doctrines of original sin and the historical fall of Adam have been in retreat since the rise of modernity. Here leading scholars present a theological, biblical, and scientific case for the necessity of belief in original sin and the historicity of Adam and Eve in response to contemporary challenges. Representing various Christian traditions, the contributors shed light on recent debates as they present the traditional doctrine of original sin as orthodox, evangelical, and the most theologically mature and cogent synthesis of the biblical witness. This fresh look at a heated topic in evangelical circles will appeal to professors, students, and readers interested in the creation-evolution debate.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780801039928
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	11/04/2014
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Hans Madueme (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is assistant professor of theological studies at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, and an adjunct professor at Trinity Graduate School, Trinity International University. He also serves as a book review editor for Themelios. Michael Reeves (PhD, King's College, London) is president and professor of theology at Union Theological Seminary. He previously served as head of theology for the Universities and Colleges Christian Fellowship (UCCF) and is the author of several books, including Delighting in the Trinity: An Introduction to the Christian Faith.

Table of Contents

Contents

Introduction: Adam under Siege: Setting the Stage Hans Madueme and Michael Reeves
Part One: Adam in the Bible and Science
1. Adam and Eve in the Old Testament C. John Collins
2. Adam in the New Testament Robert W. Yarbrough
3. Adam and Modern Science William Stone (a pseudonym)
Part Two: Original Sin in History
4. Original Sin in Patristic Theology Peter Sanlon
5. The Lutheran Doctrine of Original Sin Robert Kolb
6. Original Sin in Reformed Theology Donald Macleod
7. "But a Heathen Still": The Doctrine of Original Sin in Wesleyan Theology Thomas H. McCall
8. Original Sin in Modern Theology Carl R. Trueman
Part Three: Original Sin in Theology
9. Original Sin in Biblical Theology James M. Hamilton
10. Threads in a Seamless Garment: Original Sin in Systematic Theology Michael Reeves and Hans Madueme
11. "The Most Vulnerable Part of the Whole Christian Account": Original Sin and Modern Science Hans Madueme
12. Original Sin in Pastoral Theology Daniel Doriani
Part Four: Adam and the Fall in Dispute
13. Original Sin and Original Death: Romans 5:12-19 Thomas R. Schreiner
14. The Fall and Genesis 3 Noel Weeks
15. Adam, History, and Theodicy William Edgar
Postscript Michael Reeves and Hans Madueme