Jesus said, "Adam came from great power and great wealth, but he was not worthy of you. For had he been worthy, [he would] not [have tasted] death." (85 Thomas)

Adam was given every good thing. In his Eden there was abundance and peace. Adam was not even troubled by the knowledge of good and evil. All was his to enjoy as he might desire. He walked with God.

In our world there is also abundance, but it is hoarded by some and withheld from others. There is violence, war, and fear. We know both good and evil, and can be confused by which is which. We often choose paths far from God.

Yet we are blessed beyond Adam. He was exiled for his sin. Our sins have been forgiven. He was cast out. We are invited to return. Through the love of God we have far exceeded Adam. But we must accept the invitation.