Genesis Basic
What does the name Genesis mean?
Beginnings
Who created the heavens and earth?
God.
Whose image were humans created in?
God’s image.
Who tempted Eve?
Satan/the serpent.
What entered creation because of sin?
Death.
What is Genesis 1:1?
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
What phrase is repeated throughout Genesis 1?
“And God said…”
Name one characteristic connected to God’s image.
moral responsibility, relationship, worship, or creativity.
What question did the serpent ask?
“Did God actually say…?”
Name one effect of sin on humanity.
Pain, suffering, conflict, or death.
Why is Genesis important to the Bible?
Genesis is the foundation of the Bible and introduces creation, humanity, sin, and God’s plan of salvation.
What was created on Day 6?
Animals and humanity.
Why does every person have dignity?
Every person bears God’s image.
What was the first sin?
Adam and Eve disobeyed God and chose independence from Him.
What question did God ask Adam?
“Where are you?”
What does Genesis teach about the beginning of sin?
Sin began when Adam and Eve rebelled against God’s command.
What does creation reveal about God?
God’s wisdom, order, power, and goodness.
What did God command humanity to do in Genesis 1:28?
Multiply, fill the earth, rule creation, and represent God.
What were three immediate results of sin?
Shame, fear, and guilt.
What did God promise in Genesis 3:15?
A future Deliverer who would ultimately defeat the serpent.
What major story does Genesis 1–3 establish?
God created a good world, humanity fell into sin, and God promised a Savior.
What does creation tell us about humanity’s purpose?
Humanity was created to glorify God, represent His rule, and care for creation.
What does it mean for humans to represent God on earth?
Humans reflect God’s character and exercise His authority responsibly over creation.
What is sin according to Genesis 3?
Sin is rebellion against God and rejection of His authority.
How does Genesis 3 point forward to Jesus?
Genesis 3:15 points to Christ, the promised Seed who defeats Satan and brings salvation.