Though God begins to restore Adam and Eve’s image and the first couple once again enjoys harmony with God, damage has been done. The fall severely affected the first couple and the created order. Sin dwells within and affects every aspect of their image, both functionally and ontologically. Humanity and creation now rebel against the Creator. Because of Adam and Eve’s corrupted image and proclivity to assert independence from God (Genesis 3:22), the Lord expels them from Eden. Adam
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