Genesis 5:1-6:8 | Ben Potloff | Still being so early in the Genesis story, we begin to wonder how bad it will get. From the Fall to the murder of Abel and the boasts of Lamech, humanity's story goes from bad to worse. How bad can it get? When will God put a stop to this cycle of sin?
MAIN IDEA
God punishes evil, but provides grace.
OUTLINE
I. Mankind is wicked. (vv. 5:3-27, 6:1-2, 4-5)
II. God is just 'and' gracious (vv. 6:3, 6:6-7, 5:28-32, 6:8)
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. Our culture says you should “follow your heart” or “trust your gut.” Based on what the Bible teaches about the human heart, is this good advice or bad advice? Why?
2. Sexual perversion was a result of sin from the beginning and we still see that playing out today. How does the Gospel speak to the sexual sin in our lives and in the world around us?
3. The Bible reveals God as both just AND gracious. How do we see that in Genesis 6:1-8?
4. Are you more prone to see God as just or gracious? How does that affect your relationship with Him? Why is it important to have a wholistic view of God as we relate to Him?