The Edenic Restoration: A First-Century Jewish Christology - Softcover

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The Way Back to the Garden
The Problem
In the beginning, the first man, Adam, broke God’s law. This created a "debt" that separated humans from God. It was like being locked out of a beautiful Garden. Because of this, humans felt distant from God and had to struggle to follow His rules.
The Solution
The first-century Jewish followers of Jesus believed he was the "Second Adam." Because he lived a perfect life and died as a sacrifice, he "paid the debt" for Adam’s mistake. In legal terms, he unlocked the gate. The "flaming sword" that kept people out of the Garden was finally lowered.
The Result
Because the gate is open, you don't have to wait until you die to be with God. You are "back in the Garden" right now in your heart.

• Prayer is like taking a walk with God in the cool of the day.
• The Sabbath is a day to enjoy the peace of that Garden.
• The Law is not a heavy burden anymore; it is just the way people live when they are close to God.

The Big Idea
This isn't a new religion; it is the original Jewish faith, but with the "distance" removed. The Messiah paid the bill, the Garden is open, and God’s presence lives inside you today.

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