This week’s study covers the great flood and God's provision for salvation (Genesis 6:1 - 9:19).We looked at why it came to flooding the earth and the lasting implications.
Here are some of the key things we looked at this week:
- The world was in a state of complete rebellion. Genesis 6:5 says that “…the wickedness of man was great on the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.” This is really bad. God said that he would not endure it forever. He gave people 120 years to turn from their evil ways. Despite warnings, no one other than Noah’s family followed the ways of God. He followed through on His promise.
- There is both historical and scientific evidence that the flood occurred
- God had a plan to save His people. It was a plan that let them and two of each kind of animal survive for over half a year on a large boat.
- The earth changed after flood. For the first time there were seasons on the earth. The lifespan of animals and humans also decreased drastically.
- God commanded Noah in the same way he commanded Adam, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth.” Additionally, God created a covenant with Noah that he would not cover the earth with water again. As a sign for this he made the rainbow.
- Through this story we can see both God’s justice and mercy. This was a cleansing through water, however the next time it will be through fire. In both ways, God will be clear that destruction is coming and will provide a way for salvation.
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