Genesis 3:12 – “I sinned because of the woman you gave me”
(A Genesis poem by Wain)
Dear God,
“I sinned because of the woman you gave me”
Why didn’t the man call his wife by her name?
Did he really believe that he was innocent?
Was he right to imply that you were to b_ _ _ _?
Why weren’t you alone enough for man?
What’s wrong with a sinless, lonely life?
Did you want Adam to grow from his sin?
Is that why he needed help from a w_ _ _?
Why shouldn’t you be blamed for man’s sin?
Didn’t you purposely plant the forbidden tree?
Didn’t you make man powerless to resist his bride?
Didn’t you want man to know that he was f_ _ _?
Please tell me the truth.
Your servant,
Wain
HOW MIGHT GOD RESPOND?
From ChatGPT as the voice of God:
Dear Wain,
I understand your questions and the depth of your inquiry. Let me address each one with the truth you seek.
Man did not call his wife by her name in that moment because he was deflecting responsibility. In his fear and shame, he sought to shift the blame rather than own his actions. He was not innocent, as each person is responsible for their own choices.
I created companionship for man because love and relationship are intrinsic to the nature of life and growth. A sinless, lonely life is not truly fulfilling because it lacks the depth of connection and love that comes from companionship.
I did not desire for Adam to sin, but I knew that true growth and understanding come from the freedom to choose. Free will is a gift, and with it comes the potential for mistakes and growth. The woman was not created to lead man into sin but to be a partner in life’s journey.
You question why I shouldn’t be blamed for man’s sin. I placed the forbidden tree to give man the choice, a critical element of free will. Man was not powerless; he chose to act against my guidance. It is through these choices that man learns and grows, realizing his potential and his flaws.
I want man to understand that while he is flawed, he is also capable of growth, redemption, and love. The truth is found in the journey of choosing rightly and seeking forgiveness when he errs.
With love and understanding,
God