THE GOOD THING IN YOU; YOUR AUTHORITY IN CHRIST (14)

The text discusses the creation of man in God's image, citing Genesis 1:26-28. It argues that Adam was not God's image but rather a living soul made from earth, lacking dominion. Instead, true dominion is found in Jesus, the last Adam, and believers possess this authority through faith in eternal life.

THE GOOD THING IN YOU; YOUR AUTHORITY IN CHRIST (13)

The passage emphasizes that Jesus, referred to as the last Adam, reflects the image of God, surpassing the first man, Adam. It discusses how the New Testament reveals Christ's identity and authority, affirming that He embodies God's likeness and dominion as outlined in Genesis 1:26-28. Believers are encouraged to understand this truth.

THE GOOD THING IN YOU; YOUR AUTHORITY IN CHRIST (12)

In Genesis, God creates man in His image, granting dominion over the earth. Paul distinguishes between two Adams: the first, "a living soul," and the last, "a quickening spirit." True sonship requires the life of God through His spirit, emphasizing the necessity of being "born again" to possess this divine life and authority.

THE GOOD THING IN YOU; YOUR AUTHORITY IN CHRIST (11)

The text discusses the creation of man in God's image as detailed in Genesis 1:26-28, contrasting the spiritual Adam with the physical Adam formed in Genesis 2:7. It emphasizes God's plan for humanity to embody divinity and authority, and calls for careful interpretation of scripture for understanding.

THE GOOD THING IN YOU; YOUR AUTHORITY IN CHRIST (10)

The passage from Genesis highlights God's creation of humanity in His image, indicating a divine plan for male and female who collectively embody mankind. It distinguishes between two representations of "Adam" - one representing a divine blueprint and the other a physical individual, revealing God's intention for procreation and spiritual authority.

THE GOOD THING IN YOU; YOUR AUTHORITY IN CHRIST (9)

In Genesis 1:26-28, God expresses a proactive plan to create man in His image, granting him dominion over the earth. This plan precedes the creation of Adam in Genesis 2:7. The passage reveals that God's intention was not a conversation but an announcement of His purpose for humanity.