What was Adam to be for Eve?
(Gen 1:26-27; 2:18-25; Eccl. 4:9-12; Matt. 19:3-12; 1 Cor. 7:1-40) Blog Apr. 21-27, 2019
Prepared by Richard A. Marin: Present Truth PO Box 700, Fallbrook CA 92088-0700 USA
REVIEW: Life’s relationships built upon covenants are stable and predictable because ones obligations and privileges are clearly stated and entered into by making vows in the presence of witnesses. Our freedom to make right choices is restored when the Gospel of God’s grace is presented to us. Apart from hearing the Gospel we are free to choose only that which promotes our selfish desires. The three great choices we have in life are: Who will we worship? What will be our life work? & Who will we marry? Blessed is the person who makes them in that order under the guidance of God’s Spirit for they will affect not only their life but the lives of many others.
A heavenly example (Gen. 1:26-27; Zech. 6:12, 13; Matt. 18:10; 27:46; 1 Cor. 1:10; 1 John 5:7)
1. In the likeness of what companionship were Adam and Eve created? In the likeness of the Father, the Son, & the Holy Spirit who continually commune with one another.
2. How is the unity of the Deity described in the Bible? They three are as one.
3. How is the unity of the Deity manifested? They three are one in purpose, attitude, & loving character but not in person.
4. When was the unity of the Deity broken? At the cross when Christ was forsaken of the father.
5. Who, more than any other human being suffered rejection and loneliness? Jesus the Son of God, the Son of Mary.
A creation model (Gen. 2:18-25; 3:16-20; Psa. 27:10; Eccl. 4:9-12; John 16:32-33; Phil. 4:11-13)
6. What was God’s attitude towards human singleness at creation? He said: “It is not good for man to be alone.”
7. What was Eve to be for Adam? An helpmeet – an appropriate companion.
8. What was Adam to be for Eve? A protector, provider, pastor, & procreative partner.
9. What three directives did God give Adam and Eve in their marriage covenant? They were to leave their parental home & form a new home; they were to be joined together spiritually, emotionally, & physically; and they were to consider themselves as a single unit.
10. With the entrance of sin how was the marriage relationship affected? Both parties became selfish, attempting to control the other party.
11. What advantages does Solomon list in Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 for companionship? Those of being able to help restore each other when one falls & of being able to keep each other warm (in the things of God) when surrounded by coldness.
12. What should be the third cord in any relationship? The presence of God’s Holy Spirit to inspire, guide, & empower.
13. When every earthly companion flees who remained with Jesus (& Paul) and will remain with us? God, the Father.
A present reality (Mal. 2:16; Matt. 12:31; 19:3-12; Rom. 7:1-3; 1 Cor. 7:1-40; 1 Thes. 4:13-18)
14. In a world where sin is rampant what often breaks a marriage? Divorce.
15. What is God’s attitude towards divorce? He hates it & he can forgive it.
16. What did Jesus give as the only grounds for divorce? Adultery or fornication.
17. How else are marriages terminated? By the death of one of the parties.
18. What advantages does the Bible give for singleness? The ability to dedicate oneself more fully to missionary service & the advancement of God’s cause.
19. What encouragement in regard to our departed companions does Paul give in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17? That those who died believing in Jesus will be resurrected when he returns & we will join them in the air as we are all translated together to the Father’s home.
20. What can those believers whose spouse is not a believer do to maintain spiritual companionship? They can become part of a Bible study group while living out godly principles before their spouse that may bring the spouse to Christ.