JOURNEY : ADAM TO JESUS CHRIST
1. Introduction to the Beginning: God’s Creation
In the timeless expanse before time itself, there existed God (Elohim) (אֱלֹהִים, El-oh-heem), the eternal and all-powerful Creator. He was not just a being but the very essence of existence—an all-encompassing power that spoke the universe into existence. "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1).
From the formless void, God (Elohim) brought forth light, separating it from darkness, and establishing day and night. The waters were gathered, the dry land appeared, and vegetation sprouted forth. The stars were set in the heavens, and the sun and moon were placed to govern the day and night. Then, life teemed across the earth—creatures of the sea, birds of the sky, and beasts of the field. God (Elohim) saw that it was good, but His greatest creation was yet to come.
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| God Said, "LET THERE BE LIGHT" |
2. The Cosmic Realm Before Adam: The Pre-Adamic Race and the Angels
Before Adam’s creation, the cosmos was inhabited by beings beyond our understanding. There are hints in Scripture of a pre-Adamic race, a civilization that existed before the world was reshaped for mankind. "The earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep" (Genesis 1:2). Some scholars suggest that this verse alludes to a cataclysmic event that ended a previous era, one that could have involved a race of beings who lived before Adam.
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| Earth was Formless and Void |
2a. The Creation of Angels: Their Roles and the Fall
In the heavens, God (Elohim) had already established His angelic host. These were mighty beings of light and power, each created with a specific purpose. There were Seraphim, who surrounded God’s throne, crying, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory!" (Isaiah 6:3). There were Cherubim, guardians of sacred spaces, such as the Garden of Eden itself. There were also Archangels, warriors, and messengers of God, with Michael leading the armies of heaven.
Among these celestial beings was one of exceptional beauty and wisdom—Lucifer (לוציפר, Loo-see-fer), the "light-bearer." He was anointed as the guardian cherub, perfect in beauty and splendor (Ezekiel 28:12-15). But pride took root in Lucifer’s heart. He desired to ascend above the clouds, to make himself like the Most High (Isaiah 14:12-14). This ambition led to rebellion, a cosmic war in which Lucifer and a third of the angels were cast out of heaven. From that moment, Lucifer became Satan (שָׂטָן, Sah-tahn), the adversary, and his fallen angels, now demons, began their work of spreading darkness and chaos.
The Watchers, a group of angels tasked with overseeing humanity, also fell into sin. They took human wives, leading to the birth of the Nephilim, giants who corrupted the earth (Genesis 6:1-4). This rebellion led to their imprisonment, awaiting judgment (Jude 1:6).
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| THE REBELLION & FALL OF LUCIFER & COHORTS |
3. God’s Garden: A Supernatural Paradise
God (Elohim) planted a garden in Eden, in the east, and it was a place of unparalleled beauty and supernatural wonder. "The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground—trees that were pleasing to the eye and good for food" (Genesis 2:9). The Garden was watered by a river that split into four headwaters: Pishon, Gihon, Tigris, and Euphrates, each with its own unique landscape and hidden treasures, including gold, aromatic resin, and onyx stones (Genesis 2:10-12).
The Garden was not just a physical paradise; it was a place where the spiritual and physical realms intertwined. Here, the presence of God was tangible, and the boundaries between heaven and earth were thin. It was a place of perfect peace, where man could walk with God, surrounded by the brilliance of His creation.
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| GARDEN OF EDEN |
4. The Creation of Adam: The First Man in God’s Image
In this sacred space, God (Elohim) formed Adam (אָדָם, Ah-dahm), the first man, from the dust of the ground. "Then the Lord God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being" (Genesis 2:7). Adam was more than just flesh and bone; he was the image-bearer of God, reflecting His character, creativity, and authority.
There are debates about whether there were humans before Adam, such as the Pre-Adamic race. However, the Bible emphasizes Adam as the first man created in the image of God, signifying a unique and intimate relationship with the Creator. Adam was given dominion over the earth, a king in his own right, to rule with wisdom and love. The image of God in Adam represented authority, intellect, emotion, and a spiritual connection with the Divine.
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| GOD (ELOHIM) BREATH THE LIFE INTO ADAM (WHO BECOMES A LIVING SOUL) |
5. The Creation of Eve: The Deception in the Garden
God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him" (Genesis 2:18). From Adam's side, God created Eve, the first woman. She was the perfect counterpart to Adam, equal in dignity, but with a unique role in their divine mission. They were to be fruitful and multiply, filling the earth with their offspring.
Genesis 1:28 Then God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth.”
But within the Garden lurked the serpent, a manifestation of Satan, who sought to unravel God’s plan. He approached Eve with cunning, questioning God’s command and twisting His words. "Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?" (Genesis 3:1). The serpent deceived Eve, convincing her that eating the forbidden fruit would make her like God, knowing good and evil. She took the fruit ate it, and gave some to Adam, who was with her. Their eyes were opened, and they realized they were naked (Genesis 3:6-7).
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| EVE, IN HER ORIGINAL GLORY OF GOD, BEFORE BEING DECEIVED BY THE SERPENT |
6. The Fall in the Garden: The Shattering of Perfection
At that moment, the perfection of Adam, and Eve were shattered. Sin entered the world, and with it came shame, fear, and death. Adam and Eve hid from God, their once intimate relationship now broken by disobedience. The ground was cursed because of Adam, bringing forth thorns and thistles, and the harmony between man and creation was disrupted. The way to the Tree of Life was barred by cherubim with a flaming sword, and Adam and Eve were exiled from the Garden (Genesis 3:23-24).
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| FALL OF ADAM & EVE, EVICTED OUT OF GARDEN OF EDEN |
7. What Was Lost in the Garden of Eden due to disobedience
With the Fall, humanity lost the purity and immortality of the Garden. The image of God in man was marred, the perfect communion with God was severed, and death became the inevitable end for all. Yet, something was gained—a deep, profound understanding of good and evil, and the realization of mankind's desperate need for redemption. This loss and gain set the stage for the greatest story ever told—the story of redemption.
The Authority Given to Adam & Eve
Genesis 1:26
"Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth."
Adam was not just a caretaker; he was a ruler, entrusted with the responsibility to govern the earth, to subdue it, and to cultivate it. His authority was a reflection of God’s sovereignty, and his dominion was to be exercised in harmony with God’s will.
The Fall and the Loss of Authority
However, this authority was tragically lost when Adam chose to disobey God, by eating the forbidden fruit. In that act of rebellion, Adam surrendered the authority given to him by God and handed it over to the serpent, Satan. This transfer of authority is evident in the drastic changes that followed the Fall:
- Spiritual Death: Adam's sin resulted in spiritual death, a separation from God, which severed the perfect relationship they once enjoyed.
- Curse on Creation: The ground was cursed, and instead of yielding abundance, it brought forth thorns and thistles, signifying the loss of the ease and fruitfulness that once marked Adam's dominion.
- Human Struggle and Suffering: Pain, toil, and suffering became the new reality for humanity, reflecting the loss of dominion and the entrance of chaos and disorder into the world.
- Authority Usurped by Satan: Satan, who tempted Adam and Eve, became the "prince of this world" (John 12:31), holding sway over the hearts and minds of men, and leading them further away from God.
This loss of authority was not just a personal tragedy for Adam; it was a cosmic disaster that affected all of creation. Humanity was now subject to the power of sin, death, and the kingdom of darkness, with no way to reclaim the authority that was lost.
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| THROUGH FIRST ADAM SIN ENTERED & LEAD TO DEATH |
Sin Separate Man from God, the very divine essence of the creation of Mankind in his image is to commune, have intimacy with God as his children, and enforce the Kingdom of God on this earth.
What is Salvation?
Salvation means (deliverance or redemption) is the saving of human beings from sin and its consequences—which include death and separation from God—by Christ's death and resurrection, and the justification entailed by this salvation.Salvation is not just an abstract theological concept. It’s deeply personal. Picture a drowning man being pulled from the ocean just as he takes his last gasp of air. That’s us—saved at the last moment, not by our own strength, but by the grace of God.
But salvation is more than just escaping punishment. It’s an invitation into the fullness of life—life with God, now and forever. It’s stepping out of the shadows and into the light, experiencing the love, joy, and peace that only God can provide
- Hebrew (Old Testament)
The Hebrew word Yeshua (יְשׁוּעָה) is derived from the root verb yasha (יָשַׁע), which means "to save," "to deliver," or "to rescue." It refers to deliverance from danger, oppression, or sin. In the Old Testament, this word is often used in the context of God saving His people from their enemies or deliverance from oppression - Greek (New Testament)
The Greek word Soteria (σωτηρία) means "deliverance," "preservation," or "salvation." It refers to spiritual and eternal salvation granted by God through Jesus Christ. The word is tied to the concept of being saved from sin, death, and eternal separation from God.
How Do We Receive Salvation?
1) First Recognizing we are all Born with Sin and need a Savior to save us from Sin
The wages of Sin is Death, the Fruit of Salvation is Eternal Life
I Corinthians 6:9-11 NKJV
Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners will inherit the kingdom of God. And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus and by the Spirit of our God.
The Need for a Savior
God is Love, Holy, and Just. God is a Righteous Judge. Every sin we have committed must be justified and punished according to Law.
The right judgment and punishment for all Sinner is an everlasting Damnation in hell where the Fire never quenches, and the worm never dies. Hell was not originally created for Man, but for the Servants who are the Fallen Angels deceived by Satan before Adam & Eve, have rebelled against God, left their abode, and committed sin against his sovereign authority willfully went against God.
God is a Good Father, who takes care of his children. All mankind is made in the image of God. He cannot bend the Law (Law means Governing Rules of the Kingdom, to live and follow for safeguarding the morals and principles) and say I forgive you go and live the way the sinful life you lived. That makes him an unrighteous judge.
A Journey to Redemption
God in his ultimate Grace, Mercy, and Love for Man chose to leave His throne of Judgment and take the punishment upon himself to pay the price for every sin man ever committed, with the exchange of his Freedom for Man's Bondage, give his Life for Death, Holiness for Sin of Man by sacrificing himself for once and for all unto death on the Cross.
So we can attribute the God who came down, took your place of punishment, and gave his life, and freedom as Savior. In other words, the Savior is the Messiah in Hebrew.
The Messianic Prophecies: A Foretelling of Hope in the Old Testament
Prophecy:
"And I will put enmity between you and the woman and between your seed and her Seed; He shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise His heel."
(Genesis 3:15, NKJV)
Meaning:
This is the first prophecy about the Messiah, given right after the fall of Adam and Eve. God foretold that a future descendant of the woman (Jesus) would crush the serpent’s (Satan’s) power, though He would suffer in the process. This points to the victory of the Messiah over evil.
2. The Blessing of Abraham – Genesis 12:3
Prophecy:
"I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who curses you, and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed."
(Genesis 12:3, NKJV)
Meaning:
God promised Abraham that through his offspring, the entire world would be blessed. The New Testament identifies Jesus as this promised descendant (Galatians 3:16), the ultimate blessing to all nations through His sacrifice.
3. A Prophet Like Moses – Deuteronomy 18:15
4. The Virgin Birth – Isaiah 7:14
Prophecy:
"Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel."
(Isaiah 7:14, NKJV)
Meaning:
Isaiah foretold that the Messiah would be born of a virgin and called "Immanuel," meaning "God with us." This prophecy was fulfilled in the birth of Jesus, as recorded in the Gospels (Matthew 1:22-23).
5. The Suffering Servant – Isaiah 53:3-5
Prophecy:
"He is despised and rejected by men, a Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. And we hid, as it were, our faces from Him; He was despised, and we did not esteem Him. Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."
(Isaiah 53:3-5, NKJV)
Meaning:
This prophecy is often regarded as one of the clearest descriptions of the suffering Messiah. Isaiah foretold that the Messiah would bear the sins of many, suffer rejection, and bring healing through His wounds—a direct reference to Jesus’ crucifixion.
6. Born in Bethlehem – Micah 5:2
Prophecy:
"But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel, whose goings forth are from of old, from everlasting."
(Micah 5:2, NKJV)
Meaning:
Micah prophesied that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem, a small town in Judah. This was fulfilled when Jesus was born in Bethlehem, as recorded in Matthew 2:1.
7. The King on a Donkey – Zechariah 9:9
Prophecy:
"Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, lowly and riding on a donkey, a colt, the foal of a donkey."
(Zechariah 9:9, NKJV)
Meaning:
Zechariah predicted that the Messiah would enter Jerusalem not as a conquering warrior, but as a humble king riding on a donkey. This was fulfilled when Jesus made His triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday (Matthew 21:1-5).
8. The Time of the Messiah’s Arrival – Daniel 9:24-26
Prophecy:
"Seventy weeks are determined for your people and for your holy city, to finish the transgression, to make an end of sins, to make reconciliation for iniquity, to bring in everlasting righteousness, to seal up vision and prophecy, and to anoint the Most Holy. Know therefore and understand, that from the going forth of the command to restore and build Jerusalem until Messiah the Prince, there shall be seven weeks and sixty-two weeks; the street shall be built again, and the wall, even in troublesome times. And after the sixty-two weeks Messiah shall be cut off, but not for Himself; and the people of the prince who is to come shall destroy the city and the sanctuary. The end of it shall be with a flood, and till the end of the war desolations are determined."
(Daniel 9:24-26, NKJV)
Meaning:
Daniel provided a timeline for the coming of the Messiah, predicting that He would come and be "cut off" (killed) before the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple. This aligns with the events of Jesus' death and the subsequent destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70.
The Fulfillment of the Messianic Promise
These ancient prophecies, spoken and recorded long before Jesus was born, give compelling evidence of the divine plan for a Messiah who would redeem humanity. The life and mission of Jesus Christ are seen by many as the fulfillment of these prophecies. For those seeking to understand the significance of the Messiah, these texts offer a glimpse into God’s promise of salvation and hope for all.
Who is Jesus of Nazareth?
Everything you ever need to Know Jesus is he is not a regular Man that we have seen in the history of mankind. As per the above prophecies listed, God fulfilled through the Man who is Jesus.
- Angel Gabriel Visited Mary and gave her Prophecy before she got married.
Angel Gabriel came to the young Mary who is a virgin and prophecy that she would bore a child and his name would be Jesus(Immanuel) before even she knew any man. - Jesus of Nazareth is born of the Virgin.
So there is no seed of Man, hence there is no original seed of Sin. Through the overshadowing of the Holy Spirit, the Word who was with God the Father, Left his throne and was born out of virgin Mary and lived a sinless life, went through all challenges, all temptations and attested by God that he is his beloved Son and well pleased with him and Listen to him. - Jesus at the age of 30 years, got baptized in water and the Holy Spirit rested on him as a dove he was sent into the wilderness where he was tempted in all ways by Satan and he overcame it, and his ministry of preaching the kingdom of God and the words of His Father who sent him to share it to the Lost.
The Restoration of Authority through Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ, the second Adam, came to earth to reclaim the authority that was lost by the first Adam. Unlike Adam, Jesus lived a life of perfect obedience to the Father, fulfilling all righteousness. His mission was to undo the works of Satan and to restore humanity’s lost authority.
- Victory Over Temptation: Where Adam failed, Jesus succeeded. In the wilderness, Jesus was tempted by Satan but did not succumb. He resisted the devil’s lies, maintaining His authority and righteousness (Matthew 4:1-11).
- Authority Over Creation: Throughout His ministry, Jesus demonstrated His authority over creation. He calmed storms, healed the sick, raised the dead, and cast out demons, showing that He had come to reclaim dominion over all things (Mark 4:39, Luke 8:24-25).
- The Cross and Resurrection: The climax of Jesus’ mission was His death on the cross and His resurrection. Through His sacrifice, He paid the penalty for sin and broke the power of death, triumphing over the forces of darkness (Colossians 2:15). His resurrection was the ultimate demonstration of His authority, as He conquered death itself.
- The Great Commission: After His resurrection, Jesus declared, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me" (Matthew 28:18). He then commissioned His followers to go and make disciples of all nations, effectively restoring the authority that was lost by Adam to those who are in Christ.
The Glory Restored
Through Jesus Christ, the glory that was lost by Adam is restored. Believers are now called to reign with Christ, exercising the authority of His kingdom on earth. This restored authority is not just about dominion over creation, but also about living in the fullness of God’s purpose, advancing His kingdom, and manifesting His glory in the world.
- New Identity in Christ: Believers are now "a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation" (1 Peter 2:9), called to declare the praises of Him who called them out of darkness into His marvelous light.
- Victory Over Sin and Death: Through Christ, we have victory over sin and death. We are no longer slaves to sin but are empowered to live righteously by the Holy Spirit (Romans 6:14).
- Reigning with Christ: In Revelation 22:5, it is promised that we will reign with Christ forever. This is the culmination of the restoration, where we will once again exercise the authority given by God, not just in this life but in the life to come.
Conclusion
The narrative of lost and restored authority is a powerful reminder of God’s redemptive plan for humanity. What Adam lost in the Garden of Eden has been restored through Jesus Christ. As believers, we are called to walk in this restored authority, living out our God-given purpose, and manifesting His glory in the world. Through Christ, the story of humanity moves from loss to victory, from despair to hope, and from death to eternal life.
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| AUTHORITY IN JESUS CHRIST, TO TRAMPLE OVER SERPENTS, SCORPIONS, AND ALL RULERS OF DARKNESS |
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9. The Second Adam: Jesus Christ in the Old Testament
The Scriptures are filled with shadows and types pointing to the coming of Christ, the second Adam. He is the seed of Abraham, through whom all nations would be blessed (Genesis 22:18). He is the Passover Lamb, whose blood would save His people from death (Exodus 12:13).
He is the suffering servant of Isaiah, "pierced for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities" (Isaiah 53:5). Every sacrifice, every prophecy, every promise in the Old Testament pointed to Him JESUS THE CHRIST (Yeshua (יֵשׁוּעַ, Yeh-shoo-ah), the Messiah), who would redeem mankind and restore what was lost in Eden.
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| GOD IN FLESH, JESUS CHRIST RESURRECTED FROM DEATH WITH A GLORIFIED BODY, BREATHES HOLY SPIRIT AND RELEASED HIGH COMMISSION FOR HIS DISCIPLES |
In Jesus, the fullness of God’s plan was revealed. He was the perfect image of God, the true Son of Man, who lived the life we could not live and died the death we deserved. Through His resurrection, He defeated sin, death, and the devil, offering eternal life to all who believe.
Conclusion: The Invitation to Redemption
This epic tale is not just ancient history—it’s your story. Will you accept the invitation to be part of God’s redemption plan? The choice is yours. Stand, fall to your knees, and surrender to the Creator who loved you enough to redeem you.
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