Genesis 6: The Corruption of Humanity and God's Judgment
An exploration of Genesis 6, focusing on the increasing wickedness of humanity, the divine response, and the promise of salvation through Noah.
1. The Sons of God and the Daughters of Men
1.1 The Intermingling
Verses: Genesis 6:1-2
- Humanity began to multiply, spreading across the earth.
- The 'sons of God' saw that the 'daughters of men' were beautiful and took wives from among them.
1.2 Interpretations and Consequences
Verses: Genesis 6:4
- The offspring of these unions were the Nephilim, mighty men of old, men of renown.
- This intermingling contributed to the overall wickedness and corruption of the earth.
2. God's Assessment of Human Wickedness
2.1 The Extent of Corruption
Verses: Genesis 6:5
- God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth.
- Every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.
2.2 God's Regret
Verses: Genesis 6:6-7
- The Lord regretted that He had made man on the earth, and He was grieved in His heart.
- God resolved to destroy man and all living creatures from the face of the earth.
3. Noah Finds Grace
3.1 Noah's Righteousness
Verses: Genesis 6:8-9
- Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord.
- Noah was a just man, perfect in his generations, and he walked with God.
3.2 The Command to Build the Ark
Verses: Genesis 6:13-16
- God instructed Noah to build an ark of gopher wood, according to specific dimensions.
- The ark was to have rooms, be covered with pitch inside and out, and have a window and a door.
3.3 The Promise of Salvation
Verses: Genesis 6:17-20
- God declared that He would bring a flood of waters upon the earth to destroy all flesh.
- Noah was commanded to bring into the ark two of every living creature to keep them alive.
4. Noah's Obedience
4.1 Following God's Instructions
Verses: Genesis 6:22
- Noah did everything that God commanded him.
- This obedience highlights Noah's faith and trust in God's word.