day of the lord

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INTRODUCTION

What comes to mind when you hear the term Day of the Lord?

INTRO VERSE: Genesis 1:27–30

What does this Scripture passage reveal about God’s design for mankind?

Genesis 11:1–9

Background—The tower of Babel (Babylon) introduces the biblical idea of utter evil that sits opposed to God and his ways. Babylon often refers to an empire that exerts oppression over God’s people.

What does this Scripture passage reveal about people’s bent to redefine good and evil?

What thoughts or questions come to mind?

WATCH

What are your initial thoughts from the video?

How does the video help us understand the Genesis verses we read?

Does it raise any questions you would like to discuss or investigate more?

READ: Matthew 4:1–11

What stands out to you?

What does this Scripture passage reveal about Jesus’ source for the definition of good and evil?

How does it add to what the video discussed?

RESPOND

If you truly saw how Jesus’ love overcame evil, how might that change how you live and treat others?

What is one thing you could apply?

What would it look like to live this out in community?

END VERSE: Revelation 21:22–27

How do these verses give you hope?