Genesis 3:9 (KJV) “And the LORD God called unto Adam, and said unto him, WHERE ART THOU?”
After Adam and Eve had eaten the forbidden fruit, they tried to hide from God when they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day (Gen. 3:7–8). The LORD God called unto Adam, and said unto him, “Where art thou?” On the surface, it seems the LORD God was asking for Adam’s physical location. But deeper, it is a question of spiritual condition: “Where are you in your relationship with Me?” This question is meant to bring self-examination. The Bible says, “Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves...” (2Co 13:5; KJV).
Now, the LORD God addresses Adam, giving him a chance to respond honestly about his actions; to own up to his actions. Are you willing to acknowledge your faults before God? Hiding your sins or blaming others for them is foolishness. The Bible says, “He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy” (Pro. 28:13). God addressing Adam first highlights the principle of responsibility: those in leadership are accountable first. Even though Eve also sinned, Adam bore primary responsibility because he was given direct instruction from God before Eve was created (Gen. 2:16–17). May we be wise always to seize every God-given opportunity to honestly examine ourselves, in Jesus precious name.
Written by: Andrew A. Esemudje