Dictionary of Bible Themes: 5083 Adam, and Jesus Christ

5083 Adam, and Jesus Christ

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Paul presents Jesus Christ as both the last Adam, succeeding where the first Adam failed, and the second man, standing at the head of a new humanity.

The contrast between the first and second Adam

Romans 5:14 By his sin Adam brought universal misery on humanity. In this he is the foreshadower and prototype of Jesus Christ, who through his righteous act brings the universal hope of redemption.

The contrast in nature of the first Adam and the second Adam

Adam was a living being; Jesus Christ is a life-giving being

1 Corinthians 15:45

Adam was natural, Jesus Christ is spiritual

1 Corinthians 15:46

Adam was earthly, Jesus Christ is heavenly

1 Corinthians 15:47

The contrast in the consequences of the actions of the first Adam and the second Adam

Adam brought death, Jesus Christ brings life

Romans 5:15,17; 1 Corinthians 15:21-23

Adam brought judgment, Jesus Christ brings justification

Romans 5:16,18-19

The assurance this doctrine brings

1 Corinthians 15:48-49 See also Philippians 3:20-21