True Health in Eden
Faith (Trust)
Adam and Eve began with child-like faith. (Mt 18:3, Mk 10:15)
Regrettably, they chose to decide for themselves what was good and what was evil. (Ge 3:1-8)
They trusted themselves, rather than trusting God.
Hope (Attitude)
After the fall, Adam and Eve had the hope of the promised Messiah. (Ge 3:14,15,21)
Love (Relationships)
Adam and Eve had the first family relationship. (Ge 1:27, Ge 2:18-25, Ge 3:20, Ac 17:26,27)
Adam and Eve had a relationship with God. (Ge 2:19, Ge 3:8 first part, Lk 3:38)
Work
Adam and Eve were given gardening work to do. (Ge 2:15)
Rest
Adam and Eve had the daily night to rest. (Ge 1:3-5)
Adam and Eve had the weekly Sabbath to enjoy with God. (Ge 2:2,3, Isa 58:13,14)
Environment
Adam and Eve were given a perfect environment. (Ge 1:31)
Adam and Eve had pure water to drink. (Ge 2:10)
Adam and Eve had pure air to breath. (Ge 1:8,9, Ac 17:24,25)
All the animals were at peace. (Ge 1:30)
Adam and Eve were given responsibilty to take care of the environment. (Ge 1:28)
Nutrition
Adam and Eve were given the perfect diet. (Ge 1:29, Ge 2:9)
Temperance
Adam and Eve were given an essential law to protect them. (Ge 2:16,17)
God created everything in true health. (Ge 1:31)