The Nature of Desire and Ordered Desires

Desire is depicted as a positive attribute in the Genesis creation account, reflecting humanity's inclination towards friendship, relationship, community, and ruling in God's creation. However, post-Genesis 3, desires become distorted when separated from God's presence, termed as the flesh. The essence of desire remains good, as humans were created as desiring beings. The significance of ordered desires is underscored in the narrative, emphasizing the importance for Christians to differentiate between good and evil desires and cultivate a balance between fulfilling desires and maintaining priorities in life.