Belief #7. Nature of Man

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Belief #7. Nature of Man

Man and woman were made in the image of God with individuality, the power and freedom to think and to do. Though created free beings, each is an indivisible unity of body, mind, and spirit, dependent upon God for life and breath and all else. When our first parents disobeyed God, they denied their dependence upon Him and fell from their high position under God. The image of God in them was marred and they became subject to death. Their descendants share this fallen nature and its...

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The Seventh-day Adventists believe that understanding humanity's nature involves knowing our origins, being created in God's image, and recognising our fallen state. Humans were formed from dust, given life by God, and crafted uniquely in His image, implying individuality and the capacity to think and choose freely.

Adam and Eve's disobedience led to humanity's loss of perfection, marred the image of God within them, and introduced sin and death. Despite this fall, God offers redemption through Jesus Christ, whose sacrifice restores our relationship with Him. Rather than relying on our deeds, we must accept God's grace to heal our sinful nature and draw closer to Him.

The Bible guides Adventists in understanding human identity and encourages a relationship with God for ultimate restoration and eternal life with Him.

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