Perry wrote: > There is no scriptural evidence that they were created > immortal, nor is there any compelling reason to assume > the had to be created immortal.
I think there is much Scriptural evidence that Adam and Eve were created immortal, but I suppose if you hold to different definitions of words like "death," those passages might convey an entirely different meaning. >From my perspective, physical death came because of sin, as did sickness and disease, which is basically incipient death. I believe that Adam and Eve freely ate of the tree of life before they sinned. Following is one passage which seems to connect death with sin entering the world. "Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned." (Romans 5:12 KJV) The following passage indicates death to be an enemy, which would show it to be not part of God's plan, but something we were subjugated to because of sin. "The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death." (1 Corinthians 15:26 KJV) There are other passages that could be brought to bear, but let me hear your comments about these first. I can only assume that in your mind, the word "death" in these passages must have nothing to do with physical death. Peace be with you. David Miller, Beverly Hills, Florida. ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
