> Clinging to the tale of genesis doesn't make you a better christian.

As most major Christian dominations agree (see upthread).

So what *does* it do?

BTW, the very fact that such a basic idea as evolution vs. creation has led to disagreements with Pete's views in the minority) proves that the bible requires interpretation. If it didn't every Christian would agree.

Also BTW, Mormons supplement the bible with the Book of Mormon - of interesting origin. They absolutely consider themselves to be Christians, even if some other churches do not.

So there isn't even general agreement on who "counts" as a Christian.