Session 2

The First Couple

Genesis 2:7-9,15-25

ENGAGE

Introduce:

think about any special pieces of artwork created by an artisan that you may have at home.

Ask:

• What can you learn about the skills of artisans by watching them create something?

Explain:

In places all over the globe you can find street markets
where local artisans display their handcrafted products.
It is amazing to watch master artisans as they apply their honed skills
and techniques to their craft.
The work of these craftsmen not only reveals something about their abilities
but also something about who they are.
When we look at Genesis 2, we see God as Master Artisan who formed
the man from the dust of the ground,
perfectly working out His wonderful design for humanity.

we can learn a lot about God as we look at His creation, especially at the first man and woman.

Discuss:

• What are ways God displays Himself as the Master Artisan in creation? (p. 21)

Transition:

Today’s study from Genesis 2 will reveal how
God created man and woman to work together as one in His creation.

EXPLORE THE TEXT

Context:

briefly explain how Genesis 2 retells the creation account in greater detail.

consider what God reveals about Himself in regard to humanity in these verses.

Ask:

• When you go grocery shopping, what is your go-to store?
• Why do you shop there?

along with price, we often pick a store because it has all the things on our list.