Genesis: 4-Week Bible Study

This 4-week Bible study on the book of Genesis focuses on the origin stories of Adam and Eve, Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebecca, and Jacob, Leah, and Rachel. This item, like all our resources, is only available as a download. One Year Bible Study Curriculum, Volume 2 This Bible study is one of many included in the One Year Bible Study Curriculum, Volume 2. Save 78% on one year of small group Bible studies for youth ministry. Or you can purchase this series individually here. BIBLE STUDY OVERVIEW Bible: Genesis 1:26 - 2:25; 3:1-24 Topics: Creation, Relationship with God, Temptation, Responsibility, Choices, Sin Bottom Line: We are more like the first man and woman than we realize - and have much to learn from them.  Lesson 2: Abraham and Sarah Bible: Genesis 12:1-5; 15:1-6; 17:1-9, 15-22; 21:1-7 Topics: Faith, Promises, Trust, Waiting, Laughter Bottom Line: God keeps His promises - even if you laugh and have to wait.  Lesson 3: Isaac and Rebekah Bible: Genesis 25:19-26; 26:1-6; 28:3-4, 10-16, 18-22 Topics: Family, Promises, Generations, God’s Presence Bottom Line: You can trust God to keep His promises and to be present everywhere you go. Lesson 4: Jacob, Leah, and Rachel Bible: Genesis 29:1 - 30:24; 32:22-28; 33:1-5; 35:6-15; Matthew 1:2 Topics: Marriage, Family, Hard Work, Reconciliation, Identity, God’s Promises Bottom Line: You don’t have to have a perfect family to participate in God’s plan. WHAT’S INCLUDED Series artwork for promotional purposes Lessons in both Word & PDF format – edit as needed and easily share with volunteers Creative, relevant teachings Engaging small group discussion questions WHAT MAKES OUR BIBLE STUDIES UNIQUE? 50% Teaching & 50% Discussion All our small group Bible studies are discussion based. Each lesson is 50% reading the Bible/teaching and 50% student discussion. They’re not 90% teaching and 10% discussion, like our other youth ministry series and small group studies you’ll find elsewhere. The goal is for students to talk about the Bible, what it means to follow Jesus, their questions & doubts, what God is doing in their lives, and so on. This format encourages group interaction, personal application, and keeps students engaged. Getting students talking about their faith is the secret sauce to a small group, and all our series are formatted with that goal in mind. The format is simple, but effective: Read a passage of Scripture. Make a point that students will remember. Ask questions and discuss it. Repeat 3-4 times per lesson. KEY COMPONENTS Biblically Rooted The Bible, like the roots of a tree, brings life, nourishment and stability to your students’ lives. Scripture deepens their relationship with God, gives them the wisdom to make good decisions, brings clarity to the problems they face, and so much more. In each small group series, students dive deep into a book of the Bible, which will firmly root them in God’s Word and provide a foundation to build their lives upon. God-Centered Relationships
 These small group series provide students an opportunity to develop God-centered relationships with others. As we read throughout the New Testament, discipleship happens in the context of relationships. The goal is to create an environment where students: know others and are known; accept others and are accepted; love others and are loved; and pray for others and are prayed for. We’re intentional about helping them grow in their relationship with God and others. HOW TO USE Small Groups If your youth group has more than 12 students, then use our curriculum as a tool to disciple students in a small group setting. Sunday School Does your church have an active Sunday School program? Our curriculum is a good fit for you. Small Churches Does your youth ministry have less than 12 students? Our curriculum is specifically designed with you in mind. Online or In Person Youth Group Use our curriculum for small groups when doing online youth group or in person. Each series is flexible enough for either option.