Dominion Over Earth

What scripture reference(s) explains the dominion over this planet? I understand that Adam forfeited the dominion when he sinned to Satan. Is that correct?

Q. What scripture reference(s) explains the dominion over this planet? I understand that Adam forfeited the dominion when he sinned to Satan. Is that correct?

A. According to Genesis 1:28 and 1 John 5:19 that is correct. Adam was given dominion over Earth and Satan stole it from Him.

Jesus in effect confirmed this in the temptation wilderness when He didn’t dispute Satan’s claim that all the Kingdoms of the Earth are his to give to whomever he chooses. (Matt. 4:8-10)

Technically Jesus redeemed the planet at the cross, but will not take possession of it until the 2nd coming. (Romans 8:19-22) In the mean time Satan’s in control here, within limits established by God and enforced by the Holy Spirit. (2 Thes. 2:7)

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