This chapter might seem like a long list of names at first, but it’s actually a super important part of the Bible! It’s like a giant family tree that shows us how all the different people groups and nations on Earth are connected. What Happened? After the big flood, Noah and his family started to […]
Genesis 9:18-28: A Sobering Lesson After the Flood
This passage in Genesis isn’t an easy one, but it’s important for us to understand even if it raises some uncomfortable questions. It shows us that even after a fresh start, like the one after the flood, humans still struggle with sin. What Happened? Noah, who we know as a righteous man, plants a vineyard […]
Genesis 9:1-17 – A Fresh Start, A Promise, A Responsibility
After the devastating flood, God blesses Noah and his family, giving them a fresh start and a whole new world to fill. But with this fresh start comes a promise and a responsibility. Let’s break it down! God’s Blessing and Command (v. 1-3) God blesses Noah and his sons, telling them to be fruitful, multiply, […]
A Fresh Start: God Remembers Noah (Genesis 8:1-22)
Imagine being stuck on a giant boat for over a year with your family and a bunch of smelly animals! That’s what Noah and his crew went through during the great flood. But in Genesis 8, we see a ray of hope – God remembers Noah and sets in motion a plan for a brand-new […]
Genesis 7:1-24: The Flood Begins – A Story of Obedience and God’s Faithfulness
This passage in Genesis describes the dramatic start of the great flood. After years of preparation, the day finally arrived for Noah and his family to enter the ark. What Happened? Why is this Important? What Does This Mean for Us? Study Questions Challenge Take some time this week to think about areas in your […]
Finding Peace in the Midst of Worries: A Reflection on Psalm 94:19
Life has a way of throwing problems/worries at us, doesn’t it? One minute, we’re sailing smoothly, and the next, a storm of worries threatens to overwhelm us. We’ve all been there – that sinking feeling in the pit of our stomachs, the racing thoughts that keep us awake at night, the fear that whispers, “You […]
Genesis 6:9-22: A Flood of Corruption and a Beacon of Hope
This passage in Genesis paints a dark picture of the world before the great flood. It was a time when humanity had become deeply wicked and corrupt, and God’s heart was grieved. But amidst this darkness, we also see a beacon of hope in the life of Noah. What Happened? What Does This Mean for […]
Genesis 6:1-8: The World’s Downward Spiral and God’s Heartbreak
This passage in Genesis paints a dark picture of the world before the great flood, showing us just how far humanity had fallen from God’s original design. What Happened? Why is this Important? This story reveals several important truths: Study Questions Challenge Take some time this week to reflect on your own life. Are there […]
Genesis 5:1-32: The Long Line of Life
This chapter might seem like a long list of names and ages, but it’s actually an important part of the Bible’s story. It’s like a family tree that traces the line of people from Adam, the first man, all the way to Noah, the guy who built the ark. What’s Going On? Basically, the chapter […]
Genesis 4:17-26: Building a World, Far from God
This passage in Genesis gives us a glimpse into the early days of humanity, after the dramatic events of Cain and Abel. It might seem like a simple list of names and descendants, but it tells a story of progress and pain, creativity and corruption, all unfolding in a world that’s slowly drifting further from […]
Genesis 4:1-16 – A Story of Jealousy and its Consequences
This passage introduces us to the first children of Adam and Eve – Cain and Abel. It’s a story about sibling rivalry, jealousy, and the devastating consequences of unchecked anger. What Happened? Why is this Important? Questions for Young People Challenge Think about a time when you struggled with jealousy or anger. How could you […]
Genesis 3:8-24: The Cost of Disobedience
This passage in Genesis isn’t just an ancient story. It’s a mirror reflecting the consequences of our own choices, even today. What Happened? Why is this Important? What Does This Mean for Us? Study Questions Challenge Reflect on a time when you disobeyed God or someone in authority. What were the consequences? How did it […]