1/5 Genesis 6 - Murky Beginnings of the Flood

The Flood is one of the most well-known stories in the entire Bible; and yet thanks to children's books, there's a lot of confusion about the flood and what the Bible says actually happened. Join us today as we look into why God sent the flood and what Noah's preparations entailed.

1. Why is the account of the flood not a cute children’s story? What was the real point of the flood?
2. What do verses 1 to 4 show us about the kind of civilization mankind created? Why did this civilization need to be destroyed?
3. What does it mean, in verse 5, that every intent of the thoughts of man’s heart was evil continually? Is this still true today? How does this refute the belief that man is basically good?
4. How should we understand the statement in verse 6 that the Lord was grieved He made mankind? How does this statement sit with you? Why?
5. Why do you think the Lord concluded it was necessary to “blot out” or “wipe” away mankind (in verse 7)?
6. How does the word “cover” in verse 14 help us understand the concept of “atonement” that is discussed throughout the Bible?
7. What is the importance of God establishing His covenant with Noah, in verse 18? The study said this covenant inherently included “mercy”? How and why was this a demonstration of God’s mercy?
8. Think about your own life. If the Lord was looking for someone who would immediately and fully obey His Word, would He choose you? Why or why not? If you don’t think so, how about seeking the Lord, right now, that you might have a heart that would obey Him in the same way that Noah does in Genesis 6?
9. As you reflect on this opening chapter of the flood, is there any place in your life that grieves God? If so, how can you seek His grace to turn from that sin?

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