April 30, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:20, Psalm 119

Why did Adam give Eve a new title? How was he taking responsibility and following God’s word?

Describe three different situations in Psalm 119 where God’s word is being applied to everyday life.

In what way did Adam demonstrate the truth of Psalm 119? What is God teaching you about His word?

April 29, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:20-24, 3:6, 9, 16-17, 19

Explain the process Adam went through in his walk with God. (i.e. sin and obedience)

How does Genesis 3:20 demonstrate Adam’s repentance and faith? Why is this important given Genesis 3:19?

As you think about a decision in life you regret, how did you respond? How does Adam’s example help?

April 27, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:19b, Romans 5:12-21, 1 Corinthians 15:22-48, 2 Timothy 1:8-10

How do the principles of physical and spiritual death relate to one another? (i.e. two-fold issue)

Why is this an important reminder when it comes to the consequences of sin? How does the Gospel relate?

How can emotional, relational, & spiritual death take place today? How can you prevent this in your life?

April 26, 2013

Read:  Genesis 2:7, 3:19b, Ecclesiastes 7:2-4, James 1:13-15

How did God describe the death penalty to Adam? How does this language refer to life and death?

How can a memorial service be a positive thing and an important reminder about the consequences of sin?

How do you see people today missing this truth? Give an example. How does this apply to you?

April 25, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:17-19a, Romans 8:19-22

Describe the two ways God punished Adam. What is implied about making a living and getting ahead?

In what way does Adam’s punishment become a daily reminder for every Christian man? Be specific.

What is at risk for you when life gets hard? (i.e. choices you make) How is God warning you?

April 24, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:16, 4:7, Ephesians 5:21-6:4

Describe the two ways God punished Eve. What does “desire” for your husband mean?

In what way does Eve’s punishment become a daily reminder for every Christian woman? Be specific.

How is Ephesians 5:21-6:4 returning back to the garden before sin? How can this help your marriage and family?

April 23, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:14-15, John 19:30, Luke 24:36-52, Revelation 12:1-7

What prophetic statement did Moses make in Genesis 3:15b? (i.e. strike heel, crush head)

How does this relate to Jesus and the cross? How is this a message of hope and warning?

Give an example of how Christianity today has lost sight of this truth. What is God teaching you?

April 22, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:14-15, John 8:12-46, Luke 3:21-38, Ephesians 6:12

Explain what Genesis 3:15 means. (i.e. seed and offspring) What does this imply about spiritual warfare?

How did Jesus address this same issue in John 8:12-46? Why is this important in your Christian walk?

In what way can a snake be a helpful reminder about the consequences of sin? How does this help you?

April 20, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:9-13, Luke 23:35-43

Why is the thief’s discussion with Jesus an important contrast to Adam’s and Eve’s discussion with God?

What took place as a result of both conversations? What does this teach about recovering from sin?

Take some time to be honest with God about your life, sin, and walk with Him. Pray, confess, and repent.

April 19, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:9-13, Proverbs 29:13, Luke 18:10-14

In what way did Adam play the victim? How did it involve Eve? How did it involve God?

Why is playing the victim dangerous for every Christian? What does it prevent from taking place?

How easy is it for you to say you are wrong? Why? How does God want you to start owning your sin?

April 18, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:9-13, Romans 5:12, 14:10-12

Why did God ask Adam rhetorical questions? What was He trying to help Adam understand?

How did Adam respond? What was Adam avoiding? Why?

How are you tempted to do the same thing? Give an example. How does God want you to change?

April 17, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:7-8, Psalm 51:1-5, Romans 7:18-25, 2 Corinthians 7:8-12

How was David’s response to sin (Psalm 51) different than Adam’s and Eve’s response?

What can you assume about Adam’s and Eve’s response? (i.e. worldly sorrow vs. godly sorrow)

Describe a sin you currently feel bad about. Why? How does God want you to deal with it?

April 16, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:7-8, 1 John 1:8-10, James 5:16, Matthew 3:1-6

Describe the irrational behavior Adam and Eve both displayed when they heard God coming. Why?

What is accomplished by trying to cover up sin? What isn’t accomplished? Why is this important?

What are some ways you can cover up your sin? What steps of confession do you need to take?

April 15, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:7-8, Psalm 139:7-13, Jonah 1, Hebrews 4:13

Why did Adam and Eve cover themselves after eating the forbidden fruit? What changed?

What does this highlight about the fruit of sinful behavior? (i.e. shame, guilt, cover-up, etc.)

How do you see shame and guilt impacting culture? Give an example. What is God teaching you?

April 13, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:6, 1 John 2:12-17

In what way does 1 John 2:12-17 explain what took place with Eve in Genesis 3:6?

How do you see this same thing happening today? Be specific. What is your specific area of weakness?

Given that Satan’s tactics are the same today as in Genesis 3, how do you need to change your approach?

April 12, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:6, Matthew 26:57-74, Mark 9:33-37, Philippians 2:5-8

Based on Genesis 3:6, what happened to Eve’s perspective that allowed her to sin against God?

How did Peter and the disciples fall into the same trap? In what way is this a root issue for every sin?

How do you see this happening in your life? What will you do to spiritually protect yourself?

April 11, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:2b-5, Matthew 4:1-11, Ephesians 6:13-17, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 Peter 1:23-2:2

Why is the bible more than a history book? Why is this important when it comes to sin and temptation?

On a scale of 1-10 how well do you know God’s word? What does this tell you about spiritual protection?

How often do you study the bible? Why? How can you grow in this area? Be specific.

April 10, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:2b-5, Genesis 1, Psalm 119:9-16, John 1:1-3, 14, Hebrews 4:12

Explain the role God’s word played in Genesis 1. How does this relate to Jesus? (c.f. John 1:1)

Why is it not surprising that Satan, sin, and temptation opposes God’s word? What is at stake?

How does this highlight the importance of the bible? How is God speaking to you about His word?

April 9, 2013

Read:  Genesis 3:1-2a, John 8:42-45, Matthew 5:29-30, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Romans 12:2

How did Satan bait Eve into a discussion about God? What does this teach you about temptation and sin?

Describe the last time you fell into sin and the step-by-step process of compromise that took place.

Based on today’s reading, how could you have avoided your sin? How does this help you in the future?

April 8,2013

Read:  Genesis 3:1-2a, Numbers 21:1-8, Revelation 12:9, 20:1-3, Matthew 16:21-23, Luke 8:26-33

How would Moses’ audience have viewed a serpent? Why would Eve have been at a disadvantage?

What do we know about the serpent that Eve’s or Moses’ audience didn’t understand? Why is this important?

In what way can there be modern day serpents today? Give examples. How does this relate to avoiding sin?

April 6, 2013

Read:  Luke 7:16-17, 16:19-31, Revelation 1:1-18

Explain what Jesus was teaching in Luke 16:19-31. How did this make you feel? Why?

In what way do you see this being minimized today? Why? How does this ultimately relate to Easter?

Why is it important to consider death in your approach to living and living in your approach to dying?

April 5, 2013

Read:  Luke 7:16-17, John 3:16-18, 5:24, 10:27-28, 14:6, Romans 5:6-9

Why is Christianity different than any other religion, philosophy or moralistic ideal today?

In what way was Jesus sent on a rescue mission? Who needs rescuing? Why? What is at stake?

How does Easter and the widow’s son prove the rescue was a success? Have you been rescued? Explain.

April 4, 2013

Read:  Luke 7:11-17, John 11:13-27, 45-57

Describe the two crowds that you see being represented in today’s reading.

What impact did the two resurrections have on the crowds?What does this imply about Easter?

Which crowd are you in? Why is this important to recognize? What can you do to help others?

April 3, 2013

Read:  John 20:10-18, 1 Corinthians 15:12-22

Why is Easter the centerpiece of Christianity? What would happen if the resurrection wasn’t true?

How does this challenge your view of Christianity? How often do you think about Easter and eternity?

Why do you think this is a challenge today, especially living in Orange County? What is God teaching you?

April 2, 2012

Read:  Luke 7:11-15, John 11:32-44

What is similar or different about the two resurrection accounts in today’s reading? (i.e. make a list)

Given that both men (Lazarus and the widow’s son) eventually died, what was Jesus actually demonstrating?

Why is this critically important for every person to understand? How does this challenge your daily life?

April 1, 2013

Read:  Luke 7:11-15, 2 Corinthians 5:1-9

Explain why Paul refers to daily life as living in a tent. What are the timing implications of life and death?

How does the resurrection of the widow’s son prove Paul’s point? How does this expand your thinking?

How comfortable are you with dying? Why? How does today’s study encourage you?