whether sin is inherited from Adam<\/a>. I have been reading Moody’s Handbook of Theology and found the arguments by many theologians on this issue, including Calvin, to be questionable at best.<\/p>\nThanks for your post.<\/p>\n\t
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You’re welcome. I’m glad you found it useful.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Question: Dear Minister, I liked your article on\u00a0whether sin is inherited from Adam. I have been reading Moody’s Handbook of Theology and found the arguments by many theologians on this issue, including Calvin, to be questionable at best. Thanks for your post. Answer: You’re welcome. 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