THE PRIMEVAL HISTORY
STUDY GUIDE 1.2
Lesson 1: A Perfect World (Genesis 1:1-2:3)
Section 2: Literary Structure


OUTLINE FOR NOTES

II. Literary Structure

A. Dark Chaotic World: Genesis 1:1-2

B. Ideal World: Genesis 2:1-3

C. Six Days of Ordering: Genesis 1:3-31

REVIEW QUESTIONS

1. Explain some of the different interpretations of the creation story. Which ones does Dr. Pratt say are acceptable in Evangelical circles? What is Dr. Pratt's personal view?

2. What is the basic meaning of the phrase "formless and empty" in Genesis 1:2?

3. How does Dr. Pratt divide Genesis 1:1-2:3? Write his descriptive titles for each section.

4.  Write the description of what God made on each of the six days of creation.

5.  How does Dr. Pratt describe days 1, 2, and 3 of the creation?

6. How does Dr. Pratt describe days 4, 5 and 6 of the creation?

7. What phrase is repeated in Genesis chapter one, verses 4, 10, 12, 18, 21, and 25?

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

1. What is your own personal interpretation of the creation story? Why?

2. What can we learn about God from the way He carried out the creation process?

3. In what ways would you like to become more like God as you see His characteristics manifested in the creation account?