Pathway Community Church

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  1. The Fall

    JUN 22

    The Fall

    We see the depth of the Fall through its ancient Near Eastern context, understand humanity’s ongoing temptation to usurp God’s authority, and see how Jesus is the promised Redeemer who restores us to right relationship with God.  Why does all this Ancient Near Eastern (ANE) background to Genesis 3 actually matter? Here is why it is deeply significant for Christian discipleship, biblical understanding, and spiritual formation:  1. It Restores the Bible’s Original Voice  Genesis 3 was not written in a Western worldview. Understanding the ANE context helps us hear the Bible the way its first hearers did. That is crucial for interpreting it faithfully.  2. It Deepens Our Theological Understanding of Sin  If sin is merely rule breaking, the gospel becomes just a legal fix. But Genesis 3 shows that sin is relational rebellion, a rupture in trust, and a rejection of God’s kingship. That means salvation is not just forgiveness—it is restoration of covenant, reconciliation, and the reestablishment of sacred presence.  3. It Makes Jesus’ Role Clearer  Understanding Genesis 3 in its ANE context magnifies Jesus' work. You cannot fully grasp the Gospel as good news until you have seen the depth of the bad news in its original theological framework.  4. It Refutes Pagan Lies with Biblical Hope  Genesis 3 reclaims and rewrites ANE myths. Where ancient stories blamed women, glorified chaos, and accepted divine capriciousness, the Bible dignifies humanity, limits evil, and shows a just, relational God.  5. It Transforms Discipleship  When we teach Genesis 3 rightly, we are not just saying, "don’t eat forbidden fruit." We are saying:  Trust God’s wisdom over your own  Live as image-bearers, not usurpers  Follow Jesus into restored intimacy with God  That is a very different discipleship invitation than moralism or fear-based religion.

    29 min

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