In this first episode of a new podcast season, Matthew Lilley and his wife Shepard discuss the concept of going back to Eden and the importance of gardening and stewarding the earth. They explore the biblical account of Adam and Eve in the garden and how it relates to our role as priests and stewards of creation. They also touch on the negative effects of industrialization and the idea of progress, emphasizing the need to return to God's original design.
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🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE 🔑
The biblical account of Adam and Eve in the garden teaches us about our role as priests and stewards of creation.
Gardening and stewarding the earth is an act of worship and a way to experience God's presence.
Modern society's focus on industrialization and progress has led to a disconnection from God's original design.
Returning to Eden means embracing God's original intention for humanity and the earth.
God's presence changes everything and should be the focus of our lives.
VIDEO TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction and Season Overview
02:07 Starting a Garden and the Back to Eden Concept
03:25 The Significance of Gardening and Stewardship
08:17 Challenges and Lessons Learned in Homesteading
10:39 The Priestly Role in the Garden
12:51 The Garden of Eden and God's Design
22:12 The Importance of Tending and Keeping the Garden
25:06 Going Back to Eden: A Spiritual and Practical Journey
28:18 The Negative Effects of Industrialization and Progress
31:41 Returning to God's Original Intention
35:07 The Ultimate Goal: God's Presence and the New Earth
Back to Eden with Shepard Lilley