Ultimately with R.C. Sproul The Serpent-Crushing Savior
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Nov 26, 2025 Explore the surprising promise of redemption found in Genesis 3:15, where God opts for mercy over destruction after the fall. R.C. Sproul highlights the curse upon the serpent and the prophetic imagery of a descendant destined to crush the serpent’s head. This wrestling between good and evil points to Christ’s victory, showing how even in the depths of sin, hope remains alive. Uncover the profound link between the ancient promise and its fulfillment in Christ, illustrating the gospel's presence as far back as Eden.
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Cosmic Conflict Foretold In Eden
- Genesis 3 forecasts a future cosmic conflict between a descendant of Eve and the serpent's offspring.
- R.C. Sproul frames this as the ultimate battle between good and evil that begins in Eden.
God Promises Redemption After The Fall
- Instead of destroying humanity after the fall, God promises rescue and redemption.
- R.C. Sproul highlights this promise as the first proclamation of the gospel in Scripture.
The Seed Will Crush The Serpent
- Genesis 3:15 promises enmity and a decisive victory where the woman's seed will crush the serpent's head.
- R.C. Sproul emphasizes that the victor will be wounded but will deliver a fatal blow to evil.