He engaged our first mother Eve in discussion which resulted in seeking knowledge above what God planned for man. He deceived her into believing that man can actually be like God. The suggestion appeared very good to man and man decided to take an adventure. Then atlast here we are, thrown out of garden of Eden and in place of man Cherubims and a flaming sword was place at the east of the garden to protect the tree of life (Gen 3:22-24).

When I was much younger, I use to ask ‘why did God not intervene in the discussion?’ At least, He would have save the situation and the trouble that follows therein. The truth is that God cannot violate His word. (Gen 1:26-28; Jn 10:18).

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