Genesis 7. Within the last chapter, we found that the world is in disarray. A majority of the population are participating in acts of violence, abuse, and selfishness. It seems that humanity is falling deeper and deeper into sin to the point of possible self-annihilation. All hope seems lost until God sees Noah and his family. And thus, a plan is put into motion. God instructs Noah to build a considerable sized seaworthy vessel capable of housing Noah, his family, and the multitude of animals that would be brought on board in order to preserve life. A Flood was coming… As we continue with the story of the devastating, worldwide, Creation-reversing Flood, let us ask God for wisdom and guidance as we dissect this part of Scripture.

Sources:

“Genesis,” In Genesis to Deuteronomy Vol. 1 of The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, edited by Francis D. Nichol, 255-258. Hagerstown: Review And Herald Publishing Association, 1978.

“Genesis,” In Old Testament of the Andrews Bible Commentary, edited by Angel Manuel Rodriguez, 150-152. Berrien Springs: Andrews University Press, 2020.

The Remnant Study Bible With E.G. White Comments. Genesis 7. New King James Version. Remnant Publications, 2009.

Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible. Genesis 7. New Revised Standard Version. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2019

White, Ellen. “The Flood.” Patriarchs And Prophets. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. September 2019.

White, Ellen. “Seth and Enoch.” Patriarchs And Prophets. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. September 2019.

Scoggins, Jeff. “Genesis 7.” A Simple Guide To The Book of Genesis. Skapto Publishing. 2022.

Doukhan, Jacques B. “The Flood: From Rain to Rainbow.” Genesis. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. 2021.

Sabbath School & PM. Adventech. Genesis, The Flood, Vers. 4.9.1 (2115), 2022. Google Play Store, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cryart.sabbathschool.

“Noah’s Ark.” Ark Encounter. https://arkencounter.com/noahs-ark/

“How Big Was Noah’s Ark?” Ark Encounter. https://arkencounter.com/noahs-ark/size/

“How Long is a Cubit?” Ark Encounter. https://arkencounter.com/noahs-ark/cubit/

“How Did Noah Feed and Care for the Animals?” Ark Encounter. https://arkencounter.com/animals/care/ 

“Genesis Session 9 of 41 (Chapter 7:1 - Chapter 8:21) - A Comprehensive Commentary by Ron Matsen” YouTube, uploaded by Koinonia House, 27 January 2021, https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=GMF1TCS1feg&t=2388s

Genesis 6. Through the Fall of Adam and Eve, sin had entered the world. Both of their sons, Cain and Seth, were both affected by the choices of their parents, yet both followed different paths in life. As recorded, one familial line rebelled against their Creator while the other chose to pursue a relationship with God. Life and death, positive and negative, are intertwined. But where did all of this lead to? As we read and study the content within Genesis chapter six, let’s pray that we don’t seek to affirm our own beliefs, but rather, let’s open up our hearts to God’s wisdom and humble ourselves to receive such knowledge.

Sources

“Genesis,” In Genesis to Deuteronomy Vol. 1 of The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, edited by Francis D. Nichol, 249-255. Hagerstown: Review And Herald Publishing Association, 1978.

The Remnant Study Bible With E.G. White Comments. Genesis 6. New King James Version. Remnant Publications, 2009.

Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible. Genesis 6. New Revised Standard Version. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2019

White, Ellen. “The Flood.” Patriarchs And Prophets. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. September 2019.

White, Ellen. “Seth and Enoch.” Patriarchs And Prophets. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. September 2019.

Scoggins, Jeff. “Genesis 6.” A Simple Guide To The Book of Genesis. Skapto Publishing. 2022.

Doukhan, Jacques B. “The Flood: From Rain to Rainbow.” Genesis. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. 2021.

Sabbath School & PM. Adventech. Genesis, The Flood, Vers. 4.9.1 (2115), 2022. Google Play Store, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cryart.sabbathschool.

“Noah’s Ark.” Ark Encounter. https://arkencounter.com/noahs-ark/

“How Big Was Noah’s Ark? Ark Encounter. https://arkencounter.com/noahs-ark/size/

“How Long is a Cubit?” Ark Encounter. https://arkencounter.com/noahs-ark/cubit/

Rodriguez, Angel Manuel. “Genesis 6: 1-4.” 

https://adventistbiblicalresearch.org/materials/genesis-61-4/

Genesis 5. Now, I know what you’re thinking… What can we learn from a genealogy? Again, whenever I first read the Bible all of the way through back in 2018, I tried to read these genealogies, but I eventually got into the habit of just skipping them, thinking that they didn’t mean much. However, after taking a deeper dive into this chapter, I see that there’s a lot more to discover underneath the surface.

“Genesis Session 7 of 41 (Chapter 5:1-32) - A Comprehensive Commentary by  Ron Matsen” YouTube, uploaded by Koinonia House, 13 December 2021, https://youtu.be/433VYNDC6tc

“Genesis,” In Genesis to Deuteronomy Vol. 1 of The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, edited by Francis D. Nichol, 244-249. Hagerstown: Review And Herald Publishing Association, 1978.

The Remnant Study Bible With E.G. White Comments. Genesis 5. New King James Version. Remnant Publications, 2009.

Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible. Genesis 5. New Revised Standard Version.  Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2019

White, Ellen. “Cain and Abel Tested.” Patriarchs And Prophets. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. September 2019.

White, Ellen. “Seth and Enoch.” Patriarchs And Prophets. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. September 2019.

Nixon, John S. “Holiness: Enoch.” Redemption In Genesis. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. 2011.

Scoggins, Jeff. “Genesis 5.” A Simple Guide To The Book of Genesis. Skapto Publishing. 2022.

Doukhan, Jacques B. “Cain and His Legacy: Crime and Punishment.” Genesis. Nampa: Pacific Press Publishing Association. 2021.

Sabbath School & PM. Adventech. Genesis, Cain and His Legacy, Vers. 4.9.1 (2115), 2022. Google Play Store, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cryart.sabbathschool.

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