Wednesday, March 27, 2013

March 27, 2013

No events in scripture (Silent Wednesday)
Likely a day of prayer and rest for Jesus
Take time today to pray...

• Thank God for the significance of Good Friday and Easter

• Ask God to use you to invite people to church

• Ask God for souls to be saved and lives changed

Saturday, March 23, 2013

March 23, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:4-25, Proverbs 31:10-31

Review the context of marriage in light of Genesis 2:4-17 explain what, specifically, Adam was lacking.

How does a Proverbs 31 woman help clarify Genesis 2:18? How is today’s message to women different?

How does this challenge you? What are some ways God wants you to grow in this area? Be specific.

Friday, March 22, 2013

March 22, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:24-25, Lev. 18:22-23, Deut. 22:5, Romans 1:24-28, Matthew 5:28, 2 Cor. 6:14-17

Describe the different ways you’ve seen marriage being substituted today. What does the bible say?

In what way did God make marriage the foundation for culture? (i.e. Genesis 2:24) What is at risk today?

Why is this important given the context of Genesis 1 & 2? (i.e. God preparing a wonderful experience)

Thursday, March 21, 2013

March 21, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:21-23, Galatians 3:28-29

Why did God make woman from man? How does God using man’s “rib” help in understanding the issue?

What was being implied by Adam’s statement in Genesis 2:23? (e.g. intimacy, value, companionship, etc.)

Given the truth of Genesis 1:27, why is it important for a husband and wife to fulfill their marital roles?

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

March 20, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:18-23, Ephesians 5:22-32, 1 Timothy 2:12-13

Explain the biblical model for marriage and how it relates to the two distinct roles and responsibilities.

Why is this not a value and equality discussion? How has the world misunderstood this issue?

What is God teaching you about your marriage? How can your spouse’s differences compliment you?

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

March 19, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:18-20, 24, Matthew 19:3-9, Mark 10:2-12

It is clear God created man and woman but how does this relate to marriage? Give scriptural evidence.

How is the world trying to rewrite Genesis 2? (i.e. redefining marriage) How can you help prevent this?

What will ultimately happen if marriage is redefined? What does Genesis 2:23-24 imply about the outcome?

Monday, March 18, 2013

March 18, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:18-20, Psalm 20:2, 46:1, 121:1-8, 124:8

Why did God describe Adam’s situation as not good? How would a woman solve the problem?

What process did Adam go through to discover his need? How does “suitable” helper relate?

In what way is the role of a woman misunderstood today? How does picturing God as a helper relate?

Saturday, March 16, 2013

March 16, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:9, 16-17, Galatians 5:13-25

Why is Genesis 2:9 important when it comes to the location of the trees? What was God teaching Adam?

What does this teach you about obedience and sin in your daily life? (i.e. decisions, choices, etc.)

How does Galatians 5:13-25 relate to Genesis 2:9? What do you need to do differently in how you approach life?

Friday, March 15, 2013

March 15, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:16-17, 3:22-24, Romans 6:19-23

Explain the consequence God presented to Adam if he ate the forbidden fruit. (i.e. physically, spiritually)

What does this say about the consequences of sin today? Give examples.

How did Adam forfeit his opportunity for eternal life? (Genesis 2:9) How can this be true today? (i.e. Gospel)

Thursday, March 14, 2013

March 14, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:16-17, 3:6-7

What was the “tree of the knowledge of good and evil”? Why did God prohibit its fruit?

What do you know about Satan at that time that would have made this an important issue?

How do you see this same challenge today for you and others? (i.e. innocence lost, temptation, sin)

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

March 13, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:8-15, 3:17-19, Proverbs 10:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-14, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

How does God view work? Why? How is this different than the world’s view of work? Why?

Given Genesis 2:8 is a pre-fall context, what will be the challenge when it comes to a diligent work ethic?

In what way is work not always a financial issue? How is God challenging your work ethic?

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

March 12, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:7, Job 27:2-4, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Explain why Moses described Adam coming to life by the “breath” of God. (i.e. audience, context, etc.)

What would have been lost if Moses didn’t include “breath/nostrils”? (i.e. personal implications)

Considering these truths, what does this tell you about yourself, God, and His word?

Monday, March 11, 2013

March 11, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:7, 3:19, Job 2:11-12, Ezekiel 27:30-31, Joshua 7:4-6, Romans 9:20-21

Describe the different ways dust/dirt was viewed in the Old Testament. (i.e. what was it associated with?)

What was Moses trying to communicate with a play on words? (i.e. “man” & “ground”)

How does Romans 9:20-21 relate to Genesis 2:7? How does it make you feel when you look at a pot of clay?

Saturday, March 9, 2013

March 9, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:1-3, Mark 2:23-28, Colossians 2:16-17

Explain the reason for a Sabbath day. How does it relate to a personal “holiday”?

What does this imply about God and His care for you? How did this get redefined in Mark 2:23-28? Why?

How many days a week do you work? How does that compare to Genesis 1? What steps do you need to take?

Friday, March 8, 2013

March 8, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Why did God take 6 days to make man and a place for him/her to live? Why did God “rest” on the 7th day?

How is God modeling a balanced and healthy lifestyle? What will happen when this isn’t maintained?

What does this imply about your current lifestyle? How can you do a better job of health management?

Thursday, March 7, 2013

March 7, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:28-31, Proverbs 12:10a, 27:23-27, Deuteronomy 25:4, Matthew 22:37-39

Explain the provision and expectation God places on every human being today.

How have you seen this truth redefined by political agendas rather than God’s agenda?

In what ways does this challenge your current “management” style? What will you do to grow in this area?

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

March 6, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:28-31, Psalm 8

Explain how Psalm 8 describes the truth found in Genesis 1. Be specific by citing verses.

Why is this important for a Christian worldview? (i.e. humility and value)

Give an example of what can happen if this is overlooked. Take time to pray about this truth in your life.

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

March 5, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:26-27, 5:1, 9:6, James 3:9

Describe what it means to be an image bearer of God. How is this distinct from the rest of God’s creation?

What are the implications of this truth when it comes to dignity, value and worth? (i.e. for you and others)

How does this challenge or adjust your perspective? (i.e. place of value) What is God teaching you?

Monday, March 4, 2013

March 4, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:2, 26-27, 3:22, 11:7, John 1:1-4, Colossians 1:10-17

How does Genesis 1 highlight the trinity? How would Moses’ audience have understood this truth?

In what way does Genesis 1:27 help prevent any misunderstanding from taking place?

What does this imply about the pre-incarnate Jesus? (i.e. before Christmas) Why is this important?