The nature of temptation

In studying Genesis 3-11 it has been great to be reminded of so many things, too much for one talk that's for sure. One of those things which has been very helpful has been the way Genesis 3 reminds us of the nature of sin.

Temptation is Sin made attractive - hence the reason when Eve looks at the fruit it was "good for food...a delight to the eyes"

But it also promises no consequences but reward - as Eve takes it there are no warning labels, no small print even, just the promise of knowledge. Yet the consequences are dire.

Finally sin is refusing to listen to God and to worship him. Adam and Eve in taking the fruit choose to worship something other than God - that fundamentally is the choice behind all sin.

It is helpful to see that these things lie behind all sin.