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What happens when we stand exposed before a holy God? Adam's terrified response in Genesis 3:10 reveals a universal human condition - the shame and fear that comes from recognizing our spiritual nakedness.

Drawing from his unique perspective as both physician and theologian, Dr. Robert Jackson masterfully weaves together biblical wisdom with fascinating medical case studies. Through three distinct patients - a woman with dementia who feels no shame in her nakedness, a man with OCD who cannot control his compulsive exposure, and a dancer whose conscience has been dulled by years of deliberate choices - we gain profound insights into the nature of shame, conscience, and our relationship with God.

At its heart, this episode tackles the uncomfortable truth that we cannot hide from God any more than Adam could behind fig leaves and garden trees. The fear Adam experienced wasn't simply embarrassment about physical nakedness, but the terrifying realization of standing corrupted before perfect righteousness. As Dr. Jackson powerfully states, "Sinners, in their shame, always fear the presence and voice of holy God."

Yet this message offers hope beyond conviction. While our own righteousness amounts to nothing but "filthy rags," Christ provides the perfect covering we desperately need. The God who came looking for Adam like "a loving parent seeking a wayward child" still seeks us today. Will our shame drive us toward confession and repentance, or hiding and hardening our hearts? The invitation to exchange our inadequate fig leaves for Christ's perfect righteousness awaits your response.

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