PRIEST

Hello,

A visitor here. I have a question regarding statement #84.5 and a few that relate to the issues in Eden.

I preface my comments with this. I am a man that just wants truth and has lied enough times to know the damage it causes. I struggle with my role in society only because I know God has called me to be virtuous and meek. Both are not recognized as strengths nowadays, even in my eyes. I will though pursue wisdom and pray. If my statements or questions I offend, I hope the intent of my writing is accepted first.

84.5 As the perfectly strong and equal partner she was created to be to the man, and the fact that they were to be ‘as one’, the husband cleaving to the wife, it is likely that she was to join him in guarding Eden. It would be something that they would do in perfect ‘oneness’. But that didn’t happen, as the husband did not cleave to her. He stood separate just listening as the serpent deceived her.

How did Eve know the rule about the tree?
If she was told it would not her response to the serpent be the first sin…lying?

How do we know where Adam was when Eve was being decieved?
If Adam was there did he then commit a sin of omission letting his wife be tricked?

I am not married but if I am blessed with a wife I believe she would be an expression of His love for me in a more than tangible way. The responsibility of being a wise steward of His love through her is impossible to maintain lest I stay submitted to God. I know I must love her.

If the roles in a marriage are established scripturally why is there a debate about the roles of men and women in ministry? When all is said and done can we not tell by the fruit of the ministry if God is being honored by it?