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Genesis 11

Tonight we talked about Gen 11, but only the first section b/c the section following is a bunch of genealogy stuff. The podcast messed up so there's no audio. Sorry. Read through the scripture and then check these thoughts. Some are things that I'm not necessarily convinced of, but they are thoughts to start off with...

Is this a story about pride and human accomplishment?
Is it a story about isolationism and not following God’s command in Genesis 9:1?
Is it a story about homogeneity vs. diversity?
Is it a story of God continuing the spread of humanity and preventing pre-flood conditions?

If a group has an isolationist mentality with complete unity of mind, does this create some danger for society and the world?

What does this mean for the church that is sometimes isolationist in the name of unity, all the while the church in scripture is being called to unity and mission?

Isolationism is in conflict with Matthew 28:18-20. Following this scripture we see Acts 2 (Pentecost) and the use of language to further the message of Jesus to all parts of the world.

What are your thoughts? Chime in...

Genesis 8

We talked about the continuing saga of Noah and the flood.. Here's the podcast. Here are the discussion points that we talked about:

This story draws a comparison to our lives and the “storms” that we experience. What lessons can we learn from how Noah followed the Lord through the storm?

Noah and his family may have desired to stay in the ark rather than venture out into a new world. Are there areas that God is calling you to, but you have not yet left the safety of familiarity?

Noah’s first reaction after this encounter is to make an offering to God. What does this teach us? What is your first reaction after “riding out the storm?”

Any thoughts to share? Please chime in...