GENESIS 1:1-31

“How It All Began"

Introduction-

Among the commentaries consulted for this series, I used Stuart Briscoe in The Preacher's Commentary set heavily for outlining and preaching ideas.

God’s creative activity demonstrates His power and glory

I. THE RECORD OF CREATION

1. The Initial Stage- vv. 1-2

2. The Six Days of Creative Activity- vv. 3-31

a) In six days

b) The activity on each day- vv. 3-25

c) The special focus on man- vv. 26-30

d) The approval of God- v. 31

II. THE REVELATION OF THE CREATOR

1. His Existence

2. His Power

Psa. 33:6, 9; Heb. 11:3

3. His Wisdom

III. THE RESPONSE OF HIS CREATURES

1. Respect for the Creation

2. Reverence for the Creator

Conclusion- Creation shows the existence of God, to Whom we must give an account