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Genesis (Bereshit) 1 - 3
IN THE BEGINNING To read prior to this study: Genesis 1-3
God the Creator
When you are really full of joy about something you just want to share it with others. Well, God is the supremely contented and joyful being, and he made us, and the whole world, to share in that joy. He created the whole universe in which we live, and it shows his glory, wisdom and power. Humans are the summit of his creation, being made in his image, which means we are moral beings who can intelligently relate to each other and God, and we are to organise and rule the earth. In these chapters we see God’s love for humans and his plan for them to grow in love for him and one another.
To investigate 1. Read Genesis1:31. What is God’s verdict on his creation, including humans?
2. In Genesis 2 what teaches us that humans are intelligent, moral creatures?
3. Look at these verses: Genesis 2:9,16,18. What do they tell us about God?
4. How were the first two humans to grow in love for God (Genesis 2:17,18) and each other (Genesis 2:15, 21-23)?
5. Read Acts 17:24-28 to see how the New Testament underlines these truths.
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