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In the context of the first gospel promise found in Genesis 3:15, the identification of the "seed" is central to the plan of redemption. This prophecy points directly to the coming of a Deliverer who would engage in a conflict with the powers of darkness. This promised seed of the woman is identified as the one who would ultimately bruise the serpent's head (HLv 386.1). The fulfillment of this promise is found specifically in the person of Jesus Christ. While the promise was repeated to the patriarchs, such as Abraham, it was always intended to point to a single individual rather than a general group of descendants. The scriptures clarify that the "seed" mentioned in these covenant promises refers specifically to Christ (AA 222.2). This identification of the seed as the Saviour of the world is a recurring theme throughout the history of the covenant. When God renewed His promises to Abraham regarding the blessing of all nations, He was looking forward to the birth of the Messiah (PK 368.1).

This singular focus on Christ as the seed ensures that the hope of humanity remains centered on the work of the Son of man (TT 118.4).

Furthermore, Christ Himself is described as the one who sows the "good seed" in the hearts of men. He did not come to establish an earthly kingdom through force, but to plant the principles of His kingdom through patient labor and sacrifice (COL 35.1). In this sense, the work of the promised seed continues as His truth is scattered throughout the world to produce a spiritual harvest (CSA 19.6).

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In Ellen White’s writings, the "seed" of the serpent (Satan) refers to those who choose to follow his lead, adopt his character, and join in his rebellion against God. While the "seed of the woman" represents Christ and His followers, the "seed of the serpent" represents those who manifest the spirit of the enemy. Here are the most relevant passages explaining this distinction: ### The Definition of the Serpent's Seed In *The Great Controversy*, Ellen White explicitly defines who is included in this group: > "The seed of the serpent includes all who choose to follow the lead of the great apostate. The enmity that was put between the serpent and the woman was to be a means of keeping the human family from becoming entirely the subjects of Satan." — *The Great Controversy*, GC 505.3 ### The Character of the Serpent's Seed This passage from your search results illustrates how this principle applied to the religious leaders of Christ's day who, despite their heritage, were acting as the "seed" of the enemy because of their spirit: > "Jesus looked upon these men,—the slaves of unbelief and bitter malice, whose thoughts were bent upon revenge,— and answered them, 'Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin, is the servant of sin.' They were in the worst of bondage, ruled by the spirit of evil. Jesus declared to them that if they were the true children of Abraham, and lived in obedience to God, they would not seek to kill one who was speaking the truth that was given him of God." — *The Spirit of Prophecy, Vol. 2*, 2SP 356.1 ### Context of the Conflict The "seed" of Satan is not a biological lineage, but a spiritual one. In the chapter "The Agency of Evil Spirits" in *The Great Controversy*, she explains that the enmity mentioned in Genesis 3:15 is not natural to humanity; rather, it is a divine grace. Without God's intervention, humanity would have been in harmony with Satan. Therefore, those who reject God's grace and choose the side of rebellion are identified as the serpent's seed. *** **Search Results Summary:** Found thousands of passages containing these keywords. **Book breakdown:** 1T (1461), DA (934), 1SP (843), 2SM (832), HLv (737) For the complete list with filters, try the [Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=s+seed+is+but+I+was+asking+who+was+God+referring+to+by+saying+)