Introduction: In Genesis 3:7-19, humanity's inclination to shirk responsibility and hide from God is evident, yet God's unwavering love shines through as he seeks out Adam and Eve, providing both discipline and the hope of restoration.
1. Genesis 3:7-8 reveals humanity's instinct to hide from God due to sin and shame.
A. Adam and Eve's eyes are opened, realizing their nakedness and sowing fig leaves to cover.
B. Hearing God's voice in the garden, they hide, an act reflecting our own avoidance of God.
2. Verses 9-13 depict God's love as he seeks out Adam and Eve, confronting them about their wrongdoing.
A. God calls out, "Where are you?" persistently pursuing them despite their disobedience.
B. Adam and Eve's blame-shifting responses illustrate a broken relationship with God.
3. Genesis 3:14-19 illustrates God's disciplinary love and his promise of ultimate restoration.
A. God's curse on the serpent introduces enmity but also hints at the future victory over sin.
B. In disciplines given, God's love persists, promising eventual redemption and reunion.
Conclusion: Despite humanity's tendency to hide and shift blame, God's love remains constant as he seeks us. Embrace God's discipline as a form of love, trusting in his promise of restoration and healing through Jesus Christ.
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