OUR FATHER: “COVERING” | OUR FATHER SERIES

Genesis 3:1-21 NLTPremise ⁃In order to be fully “covered” you must be completely “naked”Fundamental truths1.Having knowledge of what tempts you allows the opportunity to choose between obedience and disobedience. Genesis 2:8-9 NLT2.The decision to choose life equates to total reliance on the instructions of your father who covers you even in the confines and boundaries of His will for you. His wisdom is the beginning of covering.Genesis 2:15-17 NLTGenesis 3:22-23 NLT3.Being convinced that the temptation must be explored implies lack of trust in the parameters of the instructions of God as well as His ability to completely satisfy you.Genesis 3:4-6 NLTScriptural Insight 1.Fear is fed by disobedience. When fear is present hiding is common because we hide from what we are afraid and ashamed of. True freedom is remaining naked in the father while He covers you from the evil one. Genesis 3:10-11 NLT2 Timothy 1:7 NLT2.Blame is usually given when we lack responsibility. Blaming another for our choices, mistakes, and shortcomings transfers authority to the one you blame insinuating that whoever you blame has control and influence over your actions.  Genesis 3:12 NLTMercy is given when confession is released.Proverbs 28:13 NLT 3.The covering of God is far better than covering self. When we try to cover ourselves we are still exposed (fig leaves). When God covers, we are not only fully covered but protected (animal skins).Genesis 3:21 NLTGod covered us with blood!1 John 4:9-10 NLT4.Sin began with a tree and ended on a tree. And because of the obedience of Christ you are now covered, clothed, and shielded with and by grace, righteousness, and the blood of Jesus!Romans 5:12 NLTRomans 5:17-19 NLT