Wk1 E2 Perished Kingdom

After reading Discovering the Bible, Chapter 4, and Gods Big Picture, The Perished Kingdom, you will write an APA-formatted essay of at least 500 words where you will explore the theological and narrative significance of the fall of mankind in Genesis 3. You will analyze how the fall affects humanitys relationship with God, with each other, and with creation. You will also reflect on why this story is foundational for understanding the message of the Bible.

Essay Prompt:

In your APA-formatted essay of at least 500 words, respond to the following prompts. Answer the questions in essay form and not as a Question & Answer assignment. Use the following to guide the structure and development of your argument:

Summarize the key events and themes of Genesis 311. What happens after Adam and Eve disobey God, and how do these early chapters show the effects of sin spreading throughout creation?

Describe how Vaughan Roberts explains the Fall in the chapter The Perished Kingdom. What happens to Gods original design for His kingdomHis people, His place, and His rule?

Explain how both Roberts and Varughese describe the impact of sin on human relationships with God, one another, and the world. In what ways are these effects still visible today?

Compare how the two authors explore the themes of judgment and grace. How does each author describe God’s response to sin, and what hope is offered even in the midst of judgment?

Reflect on the usefulness of Roberts kingdom framework. Does it help you better understand the overall story of the Bible? Why or why not?

Conclude by connecting what youve learned to life today. How does understanding The Perished Kingdom shape the way Christians think about the brokenness of the world and the need for redemption?

Include at least one citation from Discovering the Bible, Chapter 4, at least one citation from Gods Big Picture, Chapter 2, and at least one citation from Genesis 3.

Reference page, not vague, not sure what my professor meant about that.

When citing throughout the essay please add page numbers.

Also Read Genesis 3-11.