In this message, we are going to start our exposition of the first book of the Bible. Why should we spend time going through this book? Because it is the origin story. Dave Block points out six different doctrines that are introduced in the book of Genesis. These six are not all that we find but they are a good place to start. The goal is to show you the importance of the book of Genesis by giving you a taste of the truths that it contains.
In Genesis 5, we have the account of Adam’s family that traces through his son Seth to Noah. A short record of men that lived and, no doubt, did many things. They probably faced many struggles and heartaches. As we go through this, keep in the back of your mind the question, “why did God…
Have you ever heard the phrase Imago Dei? This is the Latin phrase for the “image of God.” You are probably familiar with this phrase. But what does that mean? As we look at Genesis 1:24-27, and consider other relevant passages several aspects of the image of God emerge. As humans, being created in the…
God created the heavens and the earth in six days. On the seventh day, God rested from all his work. But what does that mean?
In Genesis 3:14 – 24 we find, God, the perfect Judge of his creation, pronouncing the verdict and sentence upon the serpent, the woman, and the man. After reading the curse we see the immediate aftermath.
The way that God created Eve was intentional and shows us at least four things about who God is and how the relationship between the man and woman would be different.
It is very telling that the root of culture is founded in the death of Abel and the sin of Cain. Cain’s sin brought isolation to him and his family line. Cain’s sin brought corruption to his family. Yet, not all is lost for we find that, despite the failure of Cain and his offspring,…