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Genesis 3:15 has been called the proto-evangelium, the first gospel. Martin Luther said of this verse: “This text embraces and comprehends within itself everything noble and glorious that is to be found anywhere in the Scriptures” (Leupold).
Genesis is an introduction to redemption. It is important to remember this in the study of the book. One of the reasons that the account of creation is limited is that the Bible is a book with the theme of redemption. The Bible was never intended as a science book.
Describe the condition of the world that God created prior to this chapter. God showed Adam no reason for the command in 2:16–17. What might God’s purpose have been in giving the man a command without an explanation? God promised that Adam would die if he ate from the forbidden tree (see 2:17).
VI THE FALL OF MAN (Genesis 3). 1. How does Genesis account for the origin of evil in man? (Genesis 3:1-4; Plain Talk p. 43). 2. How does Genesis reveal the most dangerous aspect of Satan? (Genesis 3:1-5; Plain Talk pp. 43-44). 3. What does the Bible teach about Satan? (Genesis 3:14-15; Isaiah 14:12-15; Plain Talk pp. 44-45). 4.
Genesis 3:1-24. Sin and its consequences, and Women. These online Bible study notes or guides are free for you to use for small groups, for individual Bible studies, or as Bible commentaries. If you would like a printed copy, or you would like to save this study as a PDF file, click below for brief instructions: For PCs
Session 3 • Genesis 3:1-7,21-24 ENGAGE PREPARE: Prior to the session, post or display photos of children. On the board, write: Identify in five to seven words a recent example you observed of a child doing something wrong that required punishment. INTRODUCE: As the group arrives, direct attention to the photos and the question on the board.
