Welcome to Bible Study Time—where Scripture comes to life! Today, we journey through the Book of Genesis, the very beginning of God's Word. Whether you read the bible everyday or studying with fresh eyes, prepare to be awed by God’s mighty hand at work from creation to covenant. Open your Bible and follow along as we explore ten key chapters of divine history. Section 1: The Creation of All Things (Genesis 1–2) – 0:30–2:30 In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth. Within six divine days, the Almighty formed the universe—light and darkness, sky and sea, land and vegetation, stars and planets, birds and beasts—all spoken into existence by the power of His Word. God's words of creation echoes through the chapter like a trumpet of divine authority. On the sixth day, God formed man in His own image. Adam was made from the dust of the ground, and God breathed into his nostrils the breath of life. Eve was formed from Adam’s rib, signifying unity and companionship. God planted a garden eastward in Eden, a paradise of peace, purpose, and purity. There, He walked with man, giving them stewardship and a simple command: eat of every tree but one—the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. The seventh day marked rest, not from weariness but completion. God sanctified the Sabbath day, setting a pattern of rest and worship for generations to come. Genesis 2 zooms in on man’s creation, naming the rivers of Eden and establishing marriage as a sacred union. It is a world without sin, without shame—a perfect beginning designed by a perfect Creator. Section 2: The Fall of Man (Genesis 3) – 2:30–4:30 But paradise was soon broken. A serpent, subtle and sinister, entered Eden with a lie. He questioned God’s Word, twisted His command, and tempted Eve with the promise of hidden knowledge. “Ye shall not surely die,” he hissed. Eve ate of the forbidden fruit, gave to Adam, and their eyes were opened—but not in glory. They saw their nakedness and were ashamed. God came walking in the garden in the cool of the day. Adam and Eve hid, but no leaf can shield us from divine sight. When confronted, Adam blamed Eve, and Eve blamed the serpent. But God, in righteousness and mercy, issued judgment—and a promise. The serpent was cursed to crawl, and a prophecy was given: the seed of the woman would bruise the serpent’s head. This was the first glimpse of the Gospel. Adam and Eve were driven out of Eden, clothed by God Himself in coats of skins—a picture of sacrifice and covering. The flaming sword at the garden’s gate reminded mankind that sin has a price and paradise was lost. But hope remained. God had not abandoned His creation—redemption was already in motion. Section 3: Cain and Abel – A Tale of Worship and Wrath (Genesis 4) – 4:30–6:30 Outside Eden, life continued, but sin now crouched at every door. Adam and Eve’s sons, Cain and Abel, brought offerings to the Lord. Abel, a keeper of sheep, brought a blood sacrifice—the firstlings of his flock. Cain, a tiller of the ground, brought the fruit of his labor. But God had respect unto Abel’s offering and not Cain’s. Anger boiled in Cain’s heart. The Lord warned him, “If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted?” But Cain ignored the warning and lured his brother into the field. There, in cold blood, he slew him. It was the first murder, born not of passion but of pride and jealousy. God confronted Cain with a question: “Where is Abel thy brother?” Cain’s infamous reply, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” echoes through time. The Lord cursed Cain, making him a fugitive and vagabond. Yet even then, God set a mark upon him—not to punish, but to protect. Judgment was tempered with mercy once again. Section 4: The Flood and Noah’s Ark (Genesis 6–9) – 6:30–8:30 As the generations passed, man’s wickedness grew. Every imagination of his heart was only evil continually. God grieved, and judgment loomed. But “Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD.” He was a just man and walked with God. The Lord commanded him to build an ark—a massive vessel to save his family and the animals from a coming deluge. For 120 years, Noah built and preached. Then the rains came—forty days and forty nights. The fountains of the deep broke open, and the world was submerged beneath divine wrath. Every living thing not within the ark perished. But Noah, his family, and the animals were safe—kept by God’s covenant faithfulness. When the waters receded, Noah offered burnt offerings, and God made a promise, sealing it with the rainbow: “I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake.” The rainbow remains today, not just as a sign of beauty, but a token of mercy in judgment. A new beginning had come. Section 5: The Tower of Babel (Genesis 11) – 8:30–10:30 Mankind repopulated the earth, but unity turned into pride. In the plain of Shinar, they said, “Let us build us a city and a tower, whose top may reach unto heaven.” It was not faith, but rebellion—a desire to make a name for themselves and defy God’s command to spread across the earth. God came down to see the city and tower. He confused their language, scattering them abroad. The place was called Babel, meaning confusion. In mercy, God hindered man’s prideful ambition, preventing a united rebellion that would have led to further destruction. This moment marked the origin of nations and languages, and it reminded the world that God, not man, rules over human destiny. Even in confusion, God's plan moved forward, preparing the world for the calling of a man who would become the father of faith—Abram. Section 6: The Call of Abraham (Genesis 12–17) – 10:30–12:30 Out of Ur of the Chaldees, God called a man named Abram. “Get thee out… unto a land that I will shew thee.” With faith and obedience, Abram journeyed into the unknown, trusting the promise that God would make of him a great nation, bless him, and through him, all families of the earth would be blessed. Abram faced trials—famine, conflict, and personal doubts. But each time, God renewed His promise. In Genesis 15, the Lord made a covenant, cutting animals and passing between the pieces, symbolizing a binding vow. “Count the stars,” He told Abram, “so shall thy seed be.” And Abram believed the Lord, and it was counted to him for righteousness. In Genesis 17, Abram’s name was changed to Abraham—father of many nations. Sarai became Sarah. Circumcision was given as a covenant sign. Though Abraham was nearly 100 and Sarah barren, God promised a son. The impossible was about to become reality. Section 7: Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 18–19) – 12:30–14:30 As Abraham communed with God, he learned of a coming judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah—cities steeped in sin. Abraham interceded, pleading for the righteous: “Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked?” God promised to spare the cities for even ten righteous souls. Two angels arrived in Sodom and were taken in by Abraham’s nephew, Lot. But the men of the city surrounded the house, demanding vile things. The angels struck them blind and warned Lot: judgment was imminent. At dawn, fire and brimstone rained from heaven, consuming the cities in divine wrath. Lot’s wife, fleeing but looking back, was turned into a pillar of salt—a warning against clinging to a corrupt world. Only Lot and his daughters escaped. The smoke of the cities rose as a grim memorial that God is not mocked. Yet through Abraham’s intercession, Lot was spared, a testament to God’s mercy amidst judgment. Section 8: The Birth of Isaac (Genesis 21–22) – 14:30–16:30 At last, the promise came true. Sarah, at ninety years old, bore a son—Isaac, laughter. It was a moment of joy, proof that God keeps His Word no matter how long the wait. Isaac grew, and the covenant continued through him. But then came the test that shook the heavens. God commanded Abraham to offer Isaac as a burnt offering. Early in the morning, father and son ascended Mount Moriah. Isaac carried the wood. “My father,” he asked, “where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” Abraham replied with faith, “God will provide himself a lamb.” As Abraham raised the knife, the angel of the Lord called out, stopping him. A ram was caught in a thicket—God had provided. That place was named Jehovah-jireh: “The Lord will provide.” It was a foreshadow of Calvary, where God would offer His only begotten Son. Isaac lived, and Abraham’s faith was forever memorialized. Section 9: Jacob and Esau, Dreams and Struggles (Genesis 25–32) – 16:30–18:30 Isaac’s sons, Jacob and Esau, struggled even in the womb. Esau was the firstborn, but Jacob, the supplanter, grasped his heel. Years later, Jacob bought Esau’s birthright for a bowl of pottage and later deceived Isaac to receive the blessing meant for Esau. Deception led to exile. On his journey, Jacob dreamed of a ladder reaching to heaven, with angels ascending and descending. God reaffirmed the covenant with him, promising land and lineage. At Laban’s house, Jacob served fourteen years for Rachel and was blessed with children and wealth. But before returning home, Jacob wrestled all night with a mysterious man—God Himself. He prevailed and was renamed Israel: “for as a prince hast thou power with God and with men.” Jacob limped away, forever changed. The deceiver had become a man of faith. Section 10: Joseph – From Pit to Palace (Genesis 37–50) – 18:30–20:00 Jacob’s beloved son, Joseph, wore a coat of many colors. His dreams of future glory angered his brothers. Out of jealousy, they cast him into a pit and sold him into slavery. In Egypt, he rose in Potiphar’s house, only to be imprisoned after false accusation. Yet the Lord was with him. In prison, Joseph interpreted dreams, and soon he stood before Pharaoh. Interpreting a dream of famine, Joseph was made second in command. He stored grain during the years of plenty, saving not only Egypt but many lands. When famine came, his brothers came seeking food—not knowing who he was. Joseph forgave them, weeping as he revealed himself. “Ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good.” Jacob came to Egypt, and Genesis ends with a family preserved and a nation being born. From beginning to end, Genesis is a story of creation, fall, covenant, and providence. God’s hand is seen in every page. [OUTRO – 20:00] Narrator: From the garden of Eden to the land of Egypt, the Book of Genesis lays the foundation of God’s grand story. We’ve seen His power, His justice, His promises, and above all, His unchanging mercy. Stay tuned for our next study as we journey into the Book of Exodus. Until then, keep your hearts open and your Bibles ready.