In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, Ephesians 1:7

 

In the bible, Genesis 3:8-21, we read about Adam and Eve who just ate from the forbidden tree and because of their disobedience, they became aware of their nakedness. When God walked in the Garden of Eden, He called out to them both, but they hid because of their shame. Their sin was exposed and they didn’t want to face God. Can you imagine facing God with your sin, feeling the weight of your disobedience in front of the almighty God? I’d probably die on the spot.

 

As we read the passage though, it starts off with the “blame game”. Adam blames Eve and Eve blames the serpent, who deceived her. God addresses all three in the dialog and its not a conversation I would want to have taken part in.

 

So where am I going with this story? This morning as I read it, a beautiful thought came to mind about our sin and how God addresses us. Read Genesis 3:21: 21 The LORD God made garments of skin for Adam and his wife, and clothed them.  Although God confronted their sin and addressed the results of their misbehavior, He still took the time to cover their naked bodies with animal skin. They were naked no more. 

 

Jesus Christ did the same for you and me. As believers in Jesus, we have the covering of His shed blood, a sacrifice for our sins and it covers us when we mess up. We no longer have to walk in fear when we come to God, His blood covers our nakedness. Best advice I can give you today…1 Corinthians 6:20 For you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.