Hiding In Shame

The Deception of Our Fatal Attractions

Bible Passage: Ge 3:8–13

Genesis 3:8–13 CJB

8 They heard the voice of Adonai, God, walking in the garden at the time of the evening breeze, so the man and his wife hid themselves from the presence of Adonai, God, among the trees in the garden. 9 Adonai, God, called to the man, “Where are you?” 10 He answered, “I heard your voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked, so I hid myself.” 11 He said, “Who told you that you were naked? Have you eaten from the tree from which I ordered you not to eat?” 12 The man replied, “The woman you gave to be with me—she gave me fruit from the tree, and I ate.” 13 Adonai, God, said to the woman, “What is this you have done?” The woman answered, “The serpent tricked me, so I ate.”

1. Hiding in Shame (Rob)

Genesis 3:8–9 KJV

8 And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God amongst the trees of the garden. Also 9 And the LORD God called unto Adam, and said unto him, Where art thou?

Let’s explore how Adam and Eve's attempt to hide from God mirrors our own tendencies to evade confronting our sins.

This passage highlights the importance of facing our transgressions directly. God's question, "Where are you?" invites us into an honest dialogue about our shortcomings, underscoring His desire for reconciliation.

In one word tell us where are You?

Seeking God's face, even amidst our failures, is crucial for spiritual growth and healing.

2. Fear's False Security (Wanda)

Genesis 3:10–11 KJV

10 And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself. 11 And he said, Who told thee that thou wast naked? Hast thou eaten of the tree, whereof I commanded thee that thou shouldest not eat?

What are The dangers of letting fear and shame dictate our relationship with God.

Instead of acknowledging his wrong doing, Adam hides and deflects.

Fear blurs our vision of God's grace, crippling our capacity for repentance.

Stop what you are doing in the sanctuary everyone right Now.. Cast all your fears upon Christ, who knows and loves us despite our faults. (fear will not rule my heart)

1 Peter 5:7 KJV

7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Wanda (get them to Worship God)

3. Blame and Consequence (Both Of Us)

Genesis 3:12–13 KJV

12 And the man said, The woman whom thou gavest to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I did eat. 13 And the LORD God said unto the woman, What is this that thou hast done? And the woman said, The serpent beguiled me, and I did eat.

In these verses, the blame game begins.

Adam and Eve deflect responsibility, a common human reaction to sin.

In our Christian Submission to true discipleship, one of Christ's role is teaching us accountability through His sacrificial love.

Give me an example of how you practice accountability

A mature Christian has the courage to confess and they take personal responsibility. This my brothers & Sisters mirrors the transformative power of the gospel, leading to authentic community and healing.

Ephesians 4:13 MSG

13 until we’re all moving rhythmically and easily with each other, efficient and graceful in response to God’s Son, fully mature adults, fully developed within and without, fully alive like Christ.

Ephesians 4:13 AMP

13 [That it might develop] until we all attain oneness in the faith and in the comprehension of the [full and accurate] knowledge of the Son of God, that [we might arrive] at really mature manhood (the completeness of personality which is nothing less than the standard height of Christ’s own perfection), the measure of the stature of the fullness of the Christ and the completeness found in Him.

Psalm 51 TPT

For the Pure and Shining One A prayer of confession when the prophet Nathan exposed King David’s adultery with Bathsheba 1 God, give me mercy from your fountain of forgiveness! I know your abundant love is enough to wash away my guilt. Because your compassion is so great, take away this shameful guilt of sin. Forgive the full extent of my rebellious ways, and erase this deep stain on my conscience. 3 For I’m so ashamed. I feel such pain and anguish within me. I can’t get away from the sting of my sin against you, Lord! Everything I did, I did right in front of you, for you saw it all. Against you, and you above all, have I sinned. Everything you say to me is infallibly true and your judgment conquers me. 5 Lord, I have been a sinner from birth, from the moment my mother conceived me. 6 I know that you delight to set your truth deep in my spirit. So come into the hidden places of my heart and teach me wisdom. 7 Purify my conscience! Make this leper clean again! Wash me in your love until I am pure in heart. 8 Satisfy me in your sweetness, and my song of joy will return. The places within me you have crushed will rejoice in your healing touch. 9 Hide my sins from your face; erase all my guilt by your saving grace. 10 Create a new, clean heart within me. Fill me with pure thoughts and holy desires, ready to please you. 11 May you never reject me! May you never take from me your sacred Spirit! 12 Let my passion for life be restored, tasting joy in every breakthrough you bring to me. Hold me close to you with a willing spirit that obeys whatever you say. 13 Then I can show to other guilty ones how loving and merciful you are. They will find their way back home to you, knowing that you will forgive them. 14 O God, my saving God, deliver me fully from every sin, even the sin that brought bloodguilt. Then my heart will once again be thrilled to sing the passionate songs of joy and deliverance! 15 Lord God, unlock my heart, unlock my lips, and I will overcome with my joyous praise! 16 For the source of your pleasure is not in my performance or the sacrifices I might offer to you. 17 The fountain of your pleasure is found in the sacrifice of my shattered heart before you. You will not despise my tenderness as I humbly bow down at your feet. 18 Because you favor Zion, do what is good for her. Be the protecting wall around Jerusalem. 19 And when we are fully restored, you will rejoice and take delight in every offering of our lives as we bring our sacrifices of righteousness before you in love!