Fall of Man, Genesis 2:25-3:7 Sermon Manuscript and listening guide handouts

The manuscript opens with helpful theological groundwork covering the eternal nature of God's redemptive plan, the meaning of original sin, the mystery of evil's origin, progressive revelation, and the nature of pre-fall innocence. The sermon then unfolds three essential responses to Satan's lies:

Trust God's wisdom (vv. 1-3). This section explores how Satan's first tactic was to sow doubt through a deceptively worded question. The sermon examines Eve's well-intentioned but flawed response and demonstrates that while we are free to choose, we are never free from consequences. It addresses how Satan still tempts believers to believe they can act contrary to God's wisdom without negative results—whether through neglecting worship, consuming harmful content, or surrendering attention to worldly distractions. The section culminates in the truth that God's providence is good, both in what He provides and in what He withholds.

Trust God's word (vv. 4-5). Here, the sermon reveals how Satan escalated his attack by directly contradicting God's warning about death. This section carefully unpacks the half-truth Satan employed and demonstrates how the real issue was whether Adam and Eve believed that God was truthful and trustworthy. It challenges believers to recognize that obedience testifies to faith in God's word, while disobedience reveals unbelief. The manuscript shows how Satan continues to discredit God's motives, but Scripture declares that God's word is both true and good—always for our benefit.

Trust God's design (vv. 6-7). The sermon concludes by examining two rejections of God's will: the desire to act independently of God, and the abandonment of appointed roles. This section reveals the often-overlooked detail that Adam was present during the temptation but failed in his leadership. It contrasts the tragic difference between Genesis 2:25 (naked and unashamed) and Genesis 3:7 (guilty and hiding), while pointing to the hope found in Christ's redemptive work that transforms believers and will one day restore all creation.

Scripture Text: Genesis 2:25-3:7
Author: Ben Smith, Sr.
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