Read Genesis 3-11. As you read, you will notice several examples of the sinfulness of human nature (e.g. Adam and Eve eating the forbidden fruit, Cain killing Abel, etc). Select four events in these chapters that demonstrate human sinfulness and fill out the chart below. Use the example provided as a guide.
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Description: What sin was committed? What was the motivation behind the sin? What happened as a result?
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How is this example of sinfulness manifested in our world today? |
How are these same examples manifested in your own life?
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Genesis 4:1-15 |
Cain kills Abel |
God accepted Abel’s sacrifice but rejected Cain’s. This made Cain angry and he took it out on Abel by killing him. Because he did this, God cursed Cain (5:10-12).
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People often bear a grudge against God when they don’t get what they want from him. Jealousy still drives people to hurt and kill each other. |
I tend to nurture anger towards God when he doesn’t give me what I want. When I sense God is favoring someone else I can become jealous and secretly wish for their demise!
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Description: What sin was committed? What was the motivation behind the sin? What happened as a result? |
How is this example of sinfulness manifested in our world today? |
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