How does God’s plan of redemption restore man’s lost dominion?

God’s redemptive plan through Jesus Christ is pivotal in restoring the dominion that humanity lost in the fall. Originally, as seen in Genesis 1:26, man was bestowed with dominion over the earth, signifying a role of stewardship and governance. However, sin disrupted this divine order, leading to chaos and a loss of authority. Christ's incarnation is essential to this restoration; Hebrews 2:9 illustrates how Jesus was made ‘a little lower than the angels’ to suffer death for humanity. This act is not just a rescue mission to save souls but a restoration of the rightful place of man within God's creation order. Through faith in Christ, not only are believers redeemed and reconciled, but they are also invited into fellowship and joint heirship with Christ, as seen in 2 Timothy 2:12. This promise of future reign signifies the ultimate restoration of dominion where all creation will be subject to God’s perfect governance.