Full of twists and turns, ruin and redemption, revelation and mystery, this study of Genesis 1250 keeps participants captivated by the God who stars in it! Throughout 10 weeks of exciting, engaging intrigue, participants will plunge into the heart of Genesis, to Gods remarkable pursuit of relationship and to the unfolding of His earthly plan: that through one nationand ultimately, one manall people on earth will be blessed. Many of the most profound and enduring concepts in the whole counsel of Gods Word are initiated in this marvelous book of beginnings. Participants will explore concepts such as blessing, covenant, and promise, and the bearing each has on a New Testament believers life today. Group members will also explore the Hebrew names of God introduced on the early pages of Scripture. The Patriarchs gives participants the opportunity to see a perfect and holy God endure in His relationship to man, whether man is at his best or at his weakest. (11 sessions)