The Garden Ch 3

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What does Mr. Erwin believe is the source of the desire for greatness in people?

The need to compete with others

Cultural influences and societal expectations

A divine seed of greatness planted by God (correct)

Natural talent and skills

How does Kay respond to the question of wanting to be great?

She only wants to be great in sports.

She wants to be great but only in music.

She wants to be great in both music and film. (correct)

She is indifferent towards the idea.

What underlying reason does Mr. Erwin provide for feelings of insecurity and unworthiness?

The influence of peers and social media

The erroneous belief that one isn't loved or is less than great (correct)

Unrealistic societal standards of success

A lack of quality education and support

What remark does Kay make regarding human imperfection?

Being imperfect makes them not like God. Signup and view all the answers

According to Mr. Erwin, what does the desire to strive for better achievements signify?

An innate drive placed by God within individuals Signup and view all the answers

What question does Mr. Erwin leave Jay and Kay to ponder at the end of their conversation?

Do your negative thoughts come from you? Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Erwin imply is a crucial factor in making mistakes?

The limitations of human nature Signup and view all the answers

What was Jay's understanding of why Adam and Eve ate the fruit?

They wanted to be like God. Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Erwin suggest was the core reason Adam and Eve ate the fruit?

The serpent convinced them of a lie. Signup and view all the answers

According to Mr. Erwin, what did the belief in the serpent's lie lead to for Adam and Eve?

They lost their sense of identity. Signup and view all the answers

What metaphor was used to describe Adam and Eve's relationship with God before they ate the fruit?

They were made in God's image. Signup and view all the answers

What significant question does Mr. Erwin pose about the story of Adam and Eve?

How can we learn from their mistakes? Signup and view all the answers

What deeper lesson does Mr. Erwin imply regarding modern individuals compared to Adam and Eve?

People often forget their true worth. Signup and view all the answers

What physical object did Mr. Erwin hold that symbolized the key moment in Adam and Eve's story?

A piece of fruit. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Erwin suggest about the nature of humanity's identity?

It is grounded in being children of God. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Adam and Eve's Identity Crisis

Adam and Eve were created in God's image, thus inherently great
The serpent deceived them, making them question their identity
This led to their separation from God

The Serpent's Deception

The serpent convinced Adam and Eve they weren't like God
This deception caused them to forget their true identity as children of God

The Significance of the Story

The story of Adam and Eve isn't just about them; it's about us
We are also created in God's image and frequently forget our inherent greatness
We often doubt our worth, believing lies and not trusting God

The Desire for Greatness

Humans have an innate desire to be great; this stems from our likeness to God
Examples include wanting to be a great musician, filmmaker, athlete, or student
This is a reflection of God's inherent greatness, embedded within us
God placed a desire for greatness, goodness, and love within us

Challenging Beliefs about Ourselves

We often believe lies about being flawed, less than, or unworthy
Our negative thoughts and insecurities are not necessarily our own; we consider the source of insecurities

Question to Ponder

Are negative thoughts our own, or are they from elsewhere

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Explore the profound identity crisis faced by Adam and Eve as depicted in the biblical narrative. This quiz delves into how their story reflects our own struggles with self-worth and inherent greatness, challenging beliefs that lead us to forget our true identity as children of God. Engage with questions that uncover the significance of their choices and the universal desire for greatness within humanity.