Jesus in Eden

Have you ever wondered what Jesus was doing in Eden? As part of the Trinity, he was actively involved in creation. The first chapter of John tells us that all things were created in and through Jesus. Which would, of course, include Eden. And Adam and Eve. And, well, everything.

In Eden, we have the appearance of God, Adam, Eve, the serpent, animals, and cherubim (with flaming swords). Given that Jesus had an irreplaceable role in creation and would be the cure for Adam and Eve’s fall, is it plausible he wouldn’t be present in Eden? In his own creation? Doubtful.

Remember, this would be the pre-incarnate Jesus. He didn’t take on human form or the name Jesus until he was born to the virgin Mary.

Though we don’t see Jesus in Eden, God offers this prophetic word, of which Jesus is the fulfillment: From now on you and the woman will be enemies, as will your offspring and hers. You will strike his heel, but he will crush your head. (Genesis 3:15 TLB)

For all the enemy’s scheming, he seemed to forget that all things were created in and through Jesus. . . including Eden and himself. Though the enemy led Adam and Eve into the wrong story, Jesus was the one true Story in which everything finds its deeper meaning. And at great cost, he would prevail.

How might Jesus have filled his days and evenings in Eden? It’s a question that stirs my heart with wonder. May it do the same for you.

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