God creates humanity in His image, granting dominion over creation and establishing marriage as one flesh, as in Genesis 1:26-27 and 2:15-24. From the Garden's two trees, choices define life, echoing Herbert Armstrong's emphasis: follow God's word for eternal trust, like the Proverbs 31 virtuous wife whose husband safely trusts her (Proverbs 31:10-11). Human nature often yields to "yeah but," choosing appealing fruit over divine command, perpetuating rebellion. God's sovereignty prevails amid human folly: He acts as He pleases (Psalm 115:3), directs kings' hearts (Proverbs 21:1), shows mercy on His terms (Romans 9:14-18). Even poor choices advance His plan, including justifying sins such as rebellion that will bring God's sure judgment—as Saul learned (1 Samuel 15:22-23). Avoid evildoers and change-makers (Proverbs 24:19-21; Isaiah 30:1); submit to authorities ordained by God (Romans 13:1-5). Men are making divisive worldly choices, not in accord with God's law. Faithful forebears, from Abraham to prophets, endured as pilgrims seeking a heavenly homeland (Hebrews 11:8-40; 12:1-2), laying aside sin to run the race. Ruth exemplifies the virtuous wife: a Moabite clinging to Naomi and Israel's God amid famine and loss (Ruth 1:1-17), called eshet chayil by Boaz, type of Christ. In judges' chaotic era—"everyone did what was right in his own eyes" (Judges 21:25)—she chose God's kingship. Avoid envy of evil, build wisely, rescue the perishing, rise after falls (Proverbs 24:1-22). As Christ's bride, forget earthly ties; adore the King whose throne endures in righteousness (Psalm 45:1-17, The Message). Prepare by daily choices aligning with God's word, shunning the forbidden tree for eternal union.