Genesis 4 offers a striking image: Cain was angry, and his countenance fell. Scripture does not explain why his offering was rejected, but it does show us what happened next—God spoke to Cain, questioned him, and warned him. Disappointment was not yet disqualification, and the story had not yet reached its tragic turn.

In this Bible Chat reflection, I explore that hinge moment in Cain’s story, the nature of choice and mastery, and how the New Testament ultimately reframes this ancient tragedy through Christ—the brother who lives and lifts the fallen countenance.

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