In Genesis 2:17, God commands Adam not to eat from the fruit of the tree in midst of Paradise, warning that "on the day that you shall eat of it you will die." But the serpent tells Eve the opposite; "you will not die for God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened and you will be like God, knowing good and evil." Who was the truth teller in the scenario? Why would God seek to keep Adam and Eve in a state of ignorance regarding morality and why do you think he responded as he did to the fact of their transgression? Can you think of another instance in Genesis that God responds to transgression in a similar fashion? What might these instances tell us about the God of the Old Testament? .
The Bible is called the book of God's words. It is also considered the bestselling book in history. In the Genesis, God used his power to create everything on the earth. Adam and Eve lived happily in the Garden of Eden under God's regulation---the fruit of the tree in midst of Paradise is forbidden to eat. However, Paradise quickly changes for the worse. Through their curiosity and desire for power, everything changed instantly. Is God going to punish them by abolishing mankind or will he be merciful and provide guidance?.
Adam and Eve lived peacefully until Serpent surprises them. Serpent, a cunning character, convinces Eve to break the rule-to eat the forbidden fruit because it will give her godly powers. Both Adam and Eve know the danger about the fruit because God has emphasized it many times. It is clear that serpent told a half truth to Eve. However, Eve and Adam's desire for power and knowledge completely controlled their willingness. Yes, they were able to discern sin, but it wasn't what they expected it to be in the end. Like all of Serpent's lies, they seem to bring life and happiness but it always fails to deliver in the long run. Looking closer at all the regulations from God; it wasn't that he was trying to steal their joy.
