• Short Scripture readings • Simple discussion questions • Real-life application • Encouragement over judgment You don’t need to know everything or participate perfectly. Join in when you can and grow at your own pace. The goal is transformation, not information. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.Colossians3:16

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Exodus14 :13" And Moses said to the people, "Do not be afraid, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, Which He will accomplish for you today

When we read Genesis, we often bring modern questions to an ancient text. Science asks: How did the universe form? Genesis asks: Who is behind it, and why does it have order and meaning? In the ancient world, creation stories weren’t about timelines or chemistry — they were about authority, purpose, and order. Genesis boldly declares: - There is one God, not many - Creation is intentional, not chaotic - Humanity has value and responsibility Rather than competing with science, Genesis lays the theological foundation that makes science meaningful: a rational, ordered universe worth studying.

Quick reference for Genesis 1:1–10 in its Ancient Near Eastern (ANE) context. Key Terms תֹהוּ וָבֹהוּ (Tohu wabohu) — “Formless and void” Disorder or non-function, not non-existence. תְּהוֹם (Tehom) — “The deep” Chaotic waters symbolizing instability. רוּחַ אֱלֹהִים (Ruach Elohim) — “Spirit/wind of God” Divine presence preparing to bring order. בָּדַל (Badal) — “To separate” Creates boundaries, order, and function. קָרָא (Qara) — “To name” Assigns purpose and authority. טוֹב (Tov) — “Good” Fit for purpose; functioning as intended. אֶרֶץ (Eretz) — “Land/earth” Often habitable land, not the whole planet. ANE Cosmology Existence defined by order and function. Functional Ontology To exist is to have a role. Science & Genesis Science explains process; Genesis explains meaning.