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Guide to the Book of. Genesis. The book of Genesis is the first book of the Bible. It is divided into two main parts, with chapters 1-11 telling the story of God and the whole world, and chapters 12-50 focusing in on the story of God, a man, and his family. These two parts are connected by a sort of "hinge" story in the beginning of chapter 12 .
- The 7 days of creation are significant because the Hebrew word for “seven” (sheba/שבע) communicates a sense of “fullness,” “completeness,” or “whol...
- The biblical authors locate the garden of Eden “in the east” (Gen. 2:8), and we are told that a river flows down from it and branches off into four...
- God’s name in Genesis is Yahweh. “Yahweh” is the ancient Hebrew form of the verb “he will be.” And this name appears over 6,500 times in the Old Te...
- The word “genesis” means “to be born,” and the biblical book of Genesis is originally titled Bereshit (בראשית) in the Bible. “Bereshit” is the firs...
- Genesis 1 tells us that the God of the Bible is a powerful and wise creator of the world who brings order and goodness into existence. Genesis 1 de...
- Genesis is an important book because it establishes God as the creator of all things and sets up the story of God, his people, and his ultimate pur...
- There is not one most significant story in the book of Genesis, as the book contains many important stories that contribute to the overall narrativ...
- The name "Jesus" is not mentioned in Genesis (or in the entire Hebrew Bible/Old Testament). However, in Genesis 3:15, God promises that one day a h...
- The book of Genesis concludes with Joseph speaking to his brothers before he dies, telling them that he has forgiven them for their previous harm t...
- You are more than welcome to start reading the Bible in any book! You can read about Jesus in the Gospels, read poetry in the Psalms, and read epic...
Jesus Demonstrates His Authority. A. The authority of Jesus in the life of the Gadarene demoniac. 1. ( Mark 5:1-8) The description of the demon-possessed man. Then they came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the Gadarenes. And when He had come out of the boat, immediately there met Him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit ...
A. Israel’s repentance and restoration. 1. ( Exodus 33:1-3) The people learn of God’s heart towards their sin. Then the LORD said to Moses, “Depart and go up from here, you and the people whom you have brought out of the land of Egypt, to the land of which I swore to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, saying, ‘To your descendants I will give it
- Yahweh: Lord
- Yahweh Jireh: The Lord Will Provide
- Yahweh Nissi: The Lord Is My Banner
- Yahweh Rapha: The Lord Who Heals
- Yahweh Shamma: The Lord Is There
- Yahweh ROI: The Lord Is My Shepherd
- Yahweh Tsidkenu: The Lord Our Righteousness
- Yahweh Shalom: The Lord Is Peace
- Yahweh Sabaoth: The Lord of Hosts Or The Lord Almighty
- Elohim
YHWH, often pronounced Yahweh, is the most frequently used name of God in the Old Testament, and it is commonly translated as LORD, with all capitals.3Mark Driscoll said this about the name: In the Old Testament the most sacred name for God is Yahweh. Yahweh is a distinctly proper name for the God of the Bible. Because it is sacred, it is never use...
In Genesis 22, God commands Abraham to sacrifice his son, Isaac. However, when it was time to offer Isaac to the Lord, God provided a ram in the thicket. Genesis 22:14 shows Abraham’s response, “So Abraham called that place The LORD Will Provide. And to this day it is said, “On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided” (emphasis mine). Abraham ...
The name Yahweh Nissi is given in the context of warfare. The Amalekites and Israel were at war and as long as Moses had his hands raised, they were winning. Moses’s hands being raised seemed to represent his prayers and, therefore, dependence upon the God of Israel. Philip Ryken said this: The Israelites generally stood when they prayed, lifting t...
Yahweh Rapha is a name used of God by Israel while they were in the wilderness. While journeying, they encountered bitter water at a place called Marah (Ex 15:23). However, God told Moses to throw wood into the water, and as the wood entered the water, it would heal the water. After this, God told Israel if they obeyed him he would be their healer....
Yahweh Shamma is the name given to the New Jerusalem, a future city that was prophesied by Ezekiel through a vision. This name speaks of God’s special presence with the people of God. Look at what Ezekiel shares in his vision. “The distance all around will be 18,000 cubits. ‘And the name of the city from that time on will be: THE LORD IS THERE (emp...
Yahweh Roi is the name that David uses of God in Psalm 23. He says, “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not be in want” (Psalm 23:1). We can be sure that as David was caring for his sheep, feeding them, and protecting them, this allowed David’s mind to think about how God did the same for him. Similarly, the Lord is our Shepherd and we shall not want...
Yahweh Tsidkenu was the name given by God in the book of Jeremiah for the Messiah. It means “The Lord Our Righteousness.” The character of the Messiah that Israel was waiting for was righteousness. He would gather Israel from all the lands of the earth and he would rule over them. He would be a righteous shepherd and they would call him, “The Lord ...
Yahweh Shalom is the name given by Gideon to the Lord. In the context, Gideon sees the Angel of the Lord and cries out that he would die, but the angel said, “Peace! Do not be afraid. You are not going to die” (Judges 6:23). Listen to the story in Judges 6:22–24: When Gideon realized that it was the angel of the LORD, he exclaimed, “Ah, Sovereign L...
The name Yahweh Sabaoth pictures God as the ruler of the angels, the armies of heaven. We see this image throughout the Scripture. Look at what the Sons of Korah said in Psalm 46:7 (KJV): “The LORD of hostsis with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah” (emphasis mine). The phrase “Lord of hosts” pictures God as a warrior and one who fights for ...
Elohim is a general name translated “God” in the Bible. It is the second most used name of God in the Old Testament. The word “El” comes from a root that means strong or power, and therefore, has the connotation of “Strong One” or “Mighty Leader.”9 Because Elohim’s root means power or might, the name will commonly be used in verses that demonstrate...
Yahweh-ro’i “The Lord my Shepherd.”. Portrays the Lord as the Shepherd who cares for His people as a shepherd cares for the sheep of his pasture Ps. 23:1). The name Adonai explained This name is similar to Elohim (below) in that it is a plural of majesty. The singular form (Adon) means “master,” or “owner”.
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Jan 14, 2024 · An Act of Worship and Communion with God. Bible study is a spiritual discipline and an act of worship. As we prayerfully read and reflect on God’s Word, we draw nearer to Him. We engage in thoughtful meditation on the truths, promises, and commandments found in Scripture. This leads us into reverent worship and fellowship with the Lord.
1. ( Job 3:1-2) Job will curse his birth day, but not his God. After this Job opened his mouth and cursed the day of his birth. And Job spoke, and said: a. After this: This was after all the catastrophe, all the personal affliction, and all the demonstration of compassion from Job’s friends. Now, Job will begin to speak about his situation.
