We are dust. It’s not an inspiring reality, but it’s one that should humble us. We have come from the dust, and because of sin, we will return to the dust. The dust reminds us that we are mortal and our days our fleeting. Yet for all who are in Christ, we have great hope beyond the dust. The creation of Adam (Gen 2) points us forward to the resurrection of the second Adam (1 Cor 15), and the coming of the New Creation (Rev 21-22).

As we approach this Sunday, take some time to read Genesis 2:4-14 and consider what this text reveals about God and man, and think about how the words and themes introduced in this passage are threaded throughout the Scriptures.

May the Lord bless our fellowship this Lord’s Day as we gather to worship Him!

Blessings in Christ,

Pastor Ben

As a reminder, the Dale City Community Group will be in overflow this Sunday.

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Discussion & Response Questions (Genesis 2:4–14)

How does Genesis 2:4–14 function in relationship to the Creation Week (Gen 1:1–2:3)?

How is Genesis 2:4–14 organized?

What should we notice when we read “LORD God” (YHWH Elohim) instead of “God” (Elohim)?

What do you observe about God’s attributes and works in Genesis 2:4–14? Compare and contrast with creation and mankind.

What is unique to the antediluvian (pre-Flood) world?

How is the creation of man unique from the creation of everything else?

Consider the significance of dust throughout the Scriptures. What are practical implications of being of the dust, and returning to the dust?

How does man receive life? What is significant about this? How is this theme threaded throughout the Scriptures?

What might be observed about the rivers, gold, and precious stones mentioned in Genesis 2? Compare and contrast with the Tabernacle, Temple, and New Creation.

How ought we to respond to this text?