Pastor Tricia's Ramblings

In Genesis 1:28, God gives humanity perhaps its first command: “Be fruitful and multiply.” This divine command marks a crucial moment in the narrative of creation. It implores us to explore the depth of our purpose and original design. But why are we to be fruitful? What does this abundance entail? To answer these questions, we must dig deeper into the Scriptures and understand the authority bestowed upon us by our Creator.

The Divine Image and Our Authority

As we journey back to Genesis, we find that God made humanity in His image (Genesis 1:27). This divine image signifies that we carry within us God’s attributes and characteristics, uniquely positioning us to reflect His glory on earth. Following our creation, God issues His command to be fruitful and multiply. This is not merely a call to procreate but a mandate to extend God’s dominion over creation—an opportunity to steward the earth in the way He intended.
In Genesis 1:28, God not only commands us to be fruitful but also asserts our dominion over every living thing. This dominion encapsulates the authority He has granted us, backing it with the immense responsibility to cultivate, nurture, and bring forth life in alignment with His will.

The Tragedy of the Fall

Yet, we know the story diverges drastically after this initial command. Adam and Eve made a choice—one that would have repercussions for generations to come. When they ate the forbidden fruit, sin entered the world, creating a chasm between God and humanity. The lush garden that once yielded fruit effortlessly now required toil and sweat (Genesis 3:19). This divergence signifies a loss of our original state and the authority that came with it.
However, God did not leave us abandoned in our brokenness. His plans were much greater than mere restoration. He allowed His Son to come to earth as a man, Jesus Christ, who would ultimately pay the price for our sins. As recorded in John 15:5, Jesus tells us, “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.”

Restoration and Authority

Through Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection, we are restored not only to a relationship with God but also to the authority we were originally given. As we put our faith in Jesus and His finished work, we step back into our inheritance, our position in Christ and therefore our authority.

We are called to live out of this position of being a child of God, bearing fruit and walking in the authority we have been given. What fruit does your life produce? Does it line up with your identity? Our fruit is a reflection of where we are attached!