The Word Diet: Week 1 (Genesis 1-11)نموونە

Genesis is a masterpiece of literature—written by man, divinely inspired by God. The first quarter of Genesis contains some of the world’s famous stories: Creation of People and the World, Temptation and Fall, Cain and Abel, Noah and the Flood, the Tower of Babel. Its sparse narrative has some of the most foundational aspects of theology and the most fundamental aspects of human nature. It ranges from God’s good work in creation, to forgiveness of sin, and redemption of mankind—from Adam to Abraham.

DAY ONE: GENESIS 1

In the first account of Creation, we see God as Creator of the universe. (God has many names in the Bible—not surprising given His many attributes. He is called “Elohim” here—one of His most prominent names, emphasizing His majesty and power.) A.W. Tozer sums it up nicely: “The Word of God is quick and powerful. In the beginning He spoke to nothing, and it became something. Chaos heard it and became order, darkness heard it and became light. ‘And God said—and it was so’.” As you read through the rhythm, order, and beauty of God’s work, what strikes you about the details of His creative effort and His mandates to mankind?