The desire for eternal life was put in the heart of humankind by their Creator - that is why death is called an enemy - No one would ever say I am so happy I wish I was dead - No one wants to die - except in very painful circumstances -
God almighty , Jehovah , does not consider that desire selfish But one to strive for as stated in John 17:3 and 3:16- Adam would never had died had he should love and appreciation For his Creator for all he was given to enjoy forever-
Instead he willfully showed disregard for the property of God He was not to eat knowing the consequences - he had no reason to Disobey a specific command - he had no need of that fruit - It indicated a wicked heart condition set in rebellion for completely Reasons - being perfect his action was willful and knowingly Thus he had no sorrow for what he did - in fact he blamed his wife - And His Creator saying he gave her to him -
He sinned. Sin in Hebrew meaning missing the mark - His complete selfishness caused him to miss the mark of perfection Set down by his Creator - thus he lost that perfection with the result being Eventual death - back to dust forever -
He chose to rebel against his Creator - his only source of life - So brought imperfection and death inheritantly To his offspring as Romans chapter 5 explains -
Because his unborn offspring had no choice in his decision to Rebel - almighty God could justly extend them mercy and undeserved kindness (Grace) by arranging for a legal and just ransom - the Provision of the sacrifice of another perfect life equal to Adam - That is what John 3:16 tells about - So faith in that loving redeemer for what he did for humankind Can result in everlasting life - that gift Adam forfeited to sin - We are encouraged to seek it in John 17:3 -