The Five Realities of Existence, by Isaac Megbolugbe

The structure of all reality flows directly from God’s eternal nature through creation, the fall, redemption, and final restoration.Every truth and experience in the universe fits into one of five basic layers of existence. Any other perceived reality is simply an illusion, shadow, or reflection of these core truths. The Eternal Existence of GodThe Foundation: God’s existence is the base of all reality.No Time Limits: God has always existed. He has no beginning and no end.Eternity: This state is pure eternity. Everything else depends on this first reality. The Original Creation of GodA Defined Start: God’s creation is the second level of existence. It has a definite beginning.An Eventual End: Unlike God, creation will also have an end.Absolute Perfection: When God made this realm, He declared it good and perfect. The Fallen CreationThe Entry of Sin: This reality began the moment sin entered the world.New Limitations: Sin brought brokenness, pain, and death into the universe.The Great Gap: This rebellion created a wide distance between holy God and His fallen creation. The Reality of RedemptionA Rescue Mission: Redemption has a specific beginning point within human history.Active Grace: The restraining power of God’s grace works inside this fallen realm to hold back…