Too often, the “Fall of Man” becomes the first chapter of our theology. We view everything through the lens of sin and salvation, as if history only began when things went wrong. The Bible doesn’t start with Genesis 3. It starts with Genesis 1—God creating mankind in His image, blessing them, and entrusting them with stewardship over creation. Before sin entered the picture, there was glory, intimacy, purpose, and fellowship. That is our true beginning.

When we think about God’s plan for humanity, many of us begin with the creation and the fall. Sin, redemption, and salvation often become the central themes in our understanding of the Bible. While these truths are important, if we start here, we miss something far greater—the eternal heart of the Father.