The Forbidden Tree Explained: Adam, Death, and the Covenant of Works. Genesis 2:15-17. [Sermon].

The Forbidden Tree: Covenant of Works | Genesis 2:15–17 | Sermon by Rev. Dr. Matthew Everhard What was so significant about the forbidden tree in the Garden of Eden? Why would God place one tree off-limits to Adam? And what exactly is the Covenant of Works? In this sermon from Genesis 2:15–17, Rev. Dr. Matthew Everhard explores one of the most foundational passages in all of Scripture—the divine command given to Adam in Eden. These verses help us understand sin, death, covenant theology, federal headship, and the Gospel itself. This message examines five major themes in God’s covenant with Adam: 🔹 God’s Prerogative – Why God has absolute authority to command His creatures 🔹 God’s Provision – The abundance and goodness of Eden 🔹 God’s Prohibition – The meaning of the forbidden tree 🔹 God’s Punishment – Spiritual death, physical death, and eternal judgment 🔹 God’s Promise – How Jesus Christ fulfills what Adam failed to do This sermon also explores the biblical contrast between: ➡️ Adam and Christ ➡️ Covenant of Works and Covenant of Grace ➡️ Condemnation and Justification ➡️ Death and Life If you want to understand why the Fall matters, why every human being is born in sin, and why the Gospel of Jesus Christ is such glorious news, this sermon will help. If you enjoy serious Bible teaching, Reformed theology, Presbyterian doctrine, church history, and expository preaching, consider subscribing to the channel. 👍 Like this video 🔔 Subscribe for weekly sermons and theology content 💬 Comment below: Do you think the Covenant of Works is essential to understanding the Gospel? #Genesis #CovenantOfWorks #ReformedTheology #Presbyterian #BibleTeaching #MatthewEverhard #CovenantTheology #ExpositoryPreaching #ChristianSermon #Genesis2 Subscribe to the channel for more sermons, theology, and church history content: Matthew Everhard YouTube Channel JONATHAN EDWARDS STUDY BIBLE: PRESALE! Hardback: https://amzn.to/3QH1anq Brown Leathersoft: https://amzn.to/43zF4X2 Black Genuine Leather: https://amzn.to/4vNEssC (1) GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP PCA Gospel Fellowship PCA Website - https://www.gospelfellowshippca.org/ (2) STUDY AT RPTS SEMINARY RPTS: LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SEMINARY: https://studyatrpts.com/index.html?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=MatthewEverhard_CTA 3) JONATHAN EDWARDS SCHOLARSHIP Jonathan Edwards Scholarship: Apply Here to Study! https://www.cognitoforms.com/RPTS/JonathanEdwardsScholarshipApplication Jonathan Edwards Scholarship: Give Here to Help! https://rpts.edu/give/ (4) MY BOOKS: NEW BOOK: Bold as a Lion: Christian Courage in an Age of Cowards. Now available in paperback and ebook! Get it here: https://amzn.to/49FjBA8 Worshiptainment - https://amzn.to/4040jPQ A Theology of Joy - https://amzn.to/3tUfBZO Souls: How Jesus Saves Sinners - https://amzn.to/3f233s6 AUDIBLE: Souls: How Jesus Saves Sinners - https://amzn.to/3VT7wN9 Holy Living: Jonathan Edwards's 70 Resolutions - https://amzn.to/38fl4vX Hold Fast the Faith: A Devotional Commentary on the Westminster Confession - https://amzn.to/3Bco9cI Unknown: The Extraordinary Influence of Ordinary Christians - https://amzn.to/38hiQwg (5) SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter - @matt_everhard Instagram - matthew_everhard Note - This channel contains affiliate links. Some books and products on this channel have been provided free for the purpose of fair and honest reviews.