Renewing Your Mind The First Announcement
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Dec 23, 2025 
R.C. Sproul, a renowned theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, delves into the origins of the messianic promise in the podcast. He crafts a compelling argument for Genesis 3:15 as the first gospel, revealing its profound implications for humanity. Sproul also examines the role of angels as messengers, tracing their announcements in the New Testament and linking them to the narrative of Christ's arrival. His insights enrich our understanding of the curse, enmity, and the eternal battle between Christ and Satan.
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Meaning Of The Proto-Evangelion
- The term proto-evangelion means the first announcement of the gospel and literally translates as "good announcement."
- R.C. Sproul explains its linguistic roots to show the gospel is news of a coming Redeemer.
Good News Within A Curse
- The proto-evangel occurs within a divine curse, making its 'good news' ironic because it's announced to the serpent.
- That bad news for Satan by implication becomes good news for humanity.
Creation's Curse And Groaning
- The fall brought curses: painful childbearing for the woman and difficult labor for the man, affecting all creation.
- Sproul emphasizes that creation now groans under the curse awaiting redemption.
