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The Foundational Verse of the Bible

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: January, 2014
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.
Discussion Questions
  1. Explain the concept of a foundation and how Genesis 1:1 fulfills this role.
  2. Review each of the philosophies below and discuss how Genesis 1:1 refutes them.
    • Atheism
    • Pantheism
    • Polytheism
    • Materialism
    • Dualism
    • Humanism
    • Evolution
  3. Break down each word from Genesis 1:1 into its respective meaning and state the importance of the complete sentence.
    • God
    • Created
    • Heaven
    • Earth
    • In the beginning
  4. Explain how Genesis 1:1 describes matter, time, and space components.
  5. What is the relationship between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 2:4?
  6. How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?
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