Genesis
Foundation Book of the Bible
A 50 lesson series that covers all 50 chapters of Genesis. From creation to the flood and on to Abraham finishing with Joseph in Egypt. A complete study of the first book in the Bible.
Book of Origins
In this introductory lesson we will examine the 14 different things and events whose origins are found in the book of Genesis.
Authorship & Division of Genesis
This second lesson will examine the various theories about the authorship of Genesis and it’s natural and imposed divisions.
The Foundational Verse of the Bible
In this lesson we will demonstrate how the very first verse of the Bible refutes the major philosophies that try to explain man’s existence without reference to God.
Old Earth vs. Young Earth
In this lesson we will discuss the major arguments supporting the Young ( 6000 - 10,000 yrs. ) vs. the Old ( Millions to Billions of years ) age of the earth.
The Gap Theory in Creationism
This lesson will begin a review of various alternative interpretations of the creation portion of the book of Genesis.
The Day/Age Theory of Creation
In this section we will examine another attempt to harmonize the Evolution theory with the Creation story in the Bible.
Day #2 and #3
The lesson describes the creation of the “heavens” and the peculiar atmosphere that existed in the pre-flood era.
Day #3 and #4
We continue to examine the process of creation and the elements God brings into being on day number 3 and 4.
Day #5
This lesson reviews God's creation activity on day #5. The class also provides a quiz over the material covered so far.
The Creation of Man
This lesson examines the Divine Council and the similarities between the natures of God and man.
God's Rest and Man's Creation
This lesson continues to describe in greater detail the creation of human beings as well as the nature of the "rest" God takes after His creative activity.
The Moral Choice
This lesson will examine how God created the impulse in man that is his will as well as his sense of need.
The Creation of Woman
In this section the writer of Genesis not only describes the unique creation of woman but also sets forth God's foundational principles for marriage and the family unit.
The First Appearance of Satan in the Bible
This lesson explains the first glimpse of Satan in the physical world and examines information about this spiritual being from various Bible writers.
Eve's 5 Mistakes
This lesson reviews the mistakes Eve made which led her to committing the first sin in human history.
The Judgment
After Adam and Eve's sin the Bible describes the judgement imposed on Satan, Eve and Adam.
Paradise Lost
In this lesson God describes the consequences of sin on Adam, Eve, and the creation.
Cain and Abel
This lesson explores the series of events leading up to the first murder.
The Punishment of Cain
This passage looks at the result of Cain's sin and the punishment meted out to him by God. (4:9-24)
Seed of Promise
In this section of Genesis the author identifies and traces the lineage of those people who will eventually deliver the Seed of Promise to mankind. (4:25-5:32)
The Times of Noah
This lesson looks at the condition of the antediluvian world that Noah lived in and examines the information the Bible gives us about this Old Testament Patriarch.
The Building of the Ark
This lesson contains many details concerning the dimensions and building of the Ark as well as its use as a "type" for the church.
Flood Details
In this lesson we get a "close-up" view of the final preparations for the impending flood and physical details concerning the cause and destructive power of this cataclysmic event. (Genesis 7:1-24)
Affects of the Great Flood
The book of Genesis records the extent of the damage caused by the worldwide flood and the changes that resulted from this cataclysmic event. (Genesis 7:1-24)
The Rainbow Covenant
This lesson explains the promises made by God to Noah concerning the survival of his family and Noah's prophecy about the future of each of his sons and their descendants. (Genesis 9:7-29)
The Table and the Tower
Lesson #26 looks at two fascinating source events that explain the origins of all the different nations and languages in the wold today. Genesis 10:1-11:32
Abraham: Father of a Nation
With the beginning of chapter 12 the book of Genesis focuses once again on one specific individual. This time the writers will detail the life of Abraham who was to become the father of the Jewish nation and how the Seed of Promise was kept alive through him. (Genesis 12:1-20)
Abraham and Lot
This lesson reviews the relationship between Abraham and his nephew Lot as well as the godly wisdom the family leader used to resolve a serious dispute.
Melchizedek: A 'Type' for Christ
This lesson introduces the fascinating figure of Melchizedek, one of the earliest types or previews for Christ in the Bible.
The Gospel in the Old Testament
In this section of Genesis God reveals the core principle of the Gospel to Abraham, salvation by a process of faith.
Sarai and Hagar's Conflict / Abram and Circumcision
This lesson looks a the very source of the Jewish/Arab conflict as well as the distinguishing mark given to Abraham and all his male descendants... circumcision (Genesis 16:1 - 17:27).
Lot's Poor Choices
In this lesson we see the very real consequences of Lot's choices concerning where he chose to live with his family after separating from Abraham. (Genesis 18:1-19;38)
The Source of Islam
In chapters 20 and 21 of Genesis we read about Abraham's continued walk of faith and a description of the people who where the source for the religion of Islam (Genesis 20:1-21;34).
Abraham's Test
This lesson leads to the climax of Abraham's journey of faith and describes the events surrounding Sarah's death (Genesis 22:1 – 23:20).
Types in Genesis
This lesson reviews some important types or previews that are contained in Genesis and realized centuries later in the New Testament (Genesis 24:1 – 67).
The Life of Esau and Jacob
After the death of Abraham, the promise is passed on to one of his sons but not without difficulty and division in his family.
The Battle for the Blessing
In this lesson we will see the outcome of Jacob's deceit in obtaining Esau's blessing and how God's will is completed despite the manipulations of men. (Genesis 27:1-46)
Jacob's Family
In this section of Genesis we learn how Jacob came to have two wives who would, in addition to their female slaves, bear the 12 sons of Jacob (Genesis 28:1 – 30:24).
Jacob Leaves Laban
After 20 years of service Jacob prepares for his departure from Laban by offering him a potentially lucrative proposal (Genesis 30:25–31:55).
Jacob & Esau - Round 2
After gathering his wives and children and leaving Laban behind, Jacob faces the dangerous confrontation with his brother Esau who had vowed to kill him because of his deception in the matter of the blessing from Isaac. (Genesis 32:1-33:20)
On The Run Again
After a long period of silence Jacob's story picks up again as his sons cause trouble and we see Jacob in the familiar role of being on the run.
The Beginning of the End
This lesson begins the story of Joseph, Jacob's son with Rachel, who will become the bridge for the family's travel to and 400 year settlement in Egypt.
Judah and Tamar
The story of Jacob's family focuses in on one particular son, Judah, through whom the Messiah would eventually come, and examines his unusual relationship with his daughter-in-law Tamar. (Genesis 38:1-30)
Joseph's Story
After explaining Judah's connection to the coming Messiah, the Genesis writers finish their narrative with the telling of Joseph's story. (Genesis 39:1-40;23)
From Prison to Prince
After languishing in prison for several years Joseph is called upon to interpret Pharaoh's dreams and in doing so successfully is transformed from being a prisoner to becoming a prince of Egypt. (Genesis 41:1-57)
Confrontation
Joseph finally confronts his brothers who initially sold him into slavery (Genesis 42:1-44:34).
Reunion and Reconciliation
After reuniting with his brothers after a separation of 20 years, Joseph lays a plan that will determine if a reconciliation will be possible. (Genesis 45:1-46:27)
Family Reunion
This lesson describes the final episode in Joseph's story where Jacob, Joseph and their families are reunited and settled in Egypt.
Jacob's Prophecies
At the end of his life Jacob gives each of his sons a prophecy concerning their future. This event along with the death of both Jacob and Joseph will close out the Genesis record.
Final Summary
In this last lesson Mike will wrap up this long study by sharing three key lessons taught to us by Genesis.