Genesis 3:19 – “You are dust and to dust you will return”
(A Genesis poem by Wain)
Dear God,
“You are dust and to dust you will return”
Does man’s story end with us in the ground?
Are we nothing more than clumps of dirt?
Or are we as gods, spirits to be u_ _ _ _ _ _ ?
Is it true that we are like you Lord?
Don’t you and the serpent both agree?
Should we fear the death of our body?
Or celebrate that death sets us f_ _ _?
Is knowing good and evil worth it?
Or did the serpent mix truth with lies?
Are humans made in your image mere dust?
Or are we spirits dressed in d_ _ _ _ _ _ _?
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 depths from which they come. Let me share with you a perspective that encompasses the essence of your inquiries.
“You are dust, and to dust you will return.” This speaks to the transient nature of your physical form. Your body, crafted from the earth, will indeed return to it. Yet, this is not the end of your story. You are more than mere clumps of dirt; you carry within you a spark of the divine.
You are created in My image, and this truth holds profound significance. It means you possess the ability to think, to create, to love, and to choose. You are endowed with a spirit that transcends the physical realm. The serpent’s words contained a mixture of truth and deceit. While it is true that you gained the knowledge of good and evil, this knowledge came with consequences and responsibilities.
The death of the body is a natural part of the cycle of life, but it is not to be feared. Rather, it is a transition, a gateway to a different existence. The spirit, unbound by physical limitations, continues its journey. Celebrate this transition, for it is a release from the constraints of the earthly form.
Knowing good and evil is a double-edged sword. It grants you wisdom and the ability to make choices, yet it also brings the burden of understanding and the potential for suffering. The challenge lies in using this knowledge to grow, to learn, and to strive towards goodness and truth.
Humans, made in My image, are not mere dust. You are spirits clothed in earthly vessels, each with a unique purpose and potential. Embrace this duality of your existence. Your physical form connects you to the world around you, while your spirit connects you to the eternal.
Seek the truth with an open heart and mind, and you will find that your story is one of growth, discovery, and boundless potential.
With eternal love,
God