Week 1: Setting

Original Creation

Understanding the setting of the Biblical narrative by reviewing God’s perfect creation

Scripture Reading: Genesis 1 & 2

  • What is something good you notice in God’s creation?

  • What were the relationships like between humans, between humans & creation, and between humans & God?

  • How do you think God feels about His creation? Why?

  • What does Timothy Keller, author of Generous Justice, believe about God’s intention for His creation? Do you agree?

    “Human beings are not accidents, but creations. Without a belief in creation, we are forced to face the implication that ultimately there is no good reason to treat human beings with dignity…Contrast this with the implications of the Biblical view of humanity, made in the image of God, made to live with God for eternity.”

  • As Christians (i.e. Christ-followers), how does this passage about creation speak into our lives?