Old Testament · BOOK 1 OF 66

Genesis

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illustrations of a lush coastline, mountains, birds and golden sunlight over turquoise seas.

Creation — The World Made Good

Genesis 1:1–31

Light, seas, land, plants, and living creatures celebrate God’s creative work.

Illustration of Adam and Eve in modest clothing beside a river in a lush garden with animals.

Adam and Eve — Life in Eden

Genesis 2:8–25

God placed Adam in the garden and made Eve as his companion.

illustrations of a wooden ark, Noah’s family, animals, a dove and a rainbow above blue waters.

Noah’s Ark — A Promise of Hope

Genesis 8–9

The ark, a returning dove, and the rainbow bring together themes of preservation, a new beginning, and God’s covenant.

illustrations of Abraham beside an ancient tent gazing at a star-filled night sky.

Abraham — A Promise Beneath the Stars

Genesis 15:1–6

God called Abraham to look toward heaven and count the stars, promising descendants beyond counting. Abraham believed the LORD.

Illustration of Jacob sleeping beside a stone beneath a luminous stairway and angels.

Jacob — A Dream of Heaven

Genesis 28:10–17

While resting with a stone beneath his head, Jacob dreamed of a ladder reaching heaven, with angels ascending and descending. God reaffirmed His promise and assured Jacob of His presence.

Illustration of Joseph overseeing workers bringing grain into ancient Egyptian storehouses.

Joseph — Preparing for the Famine

Genesis 41:46–49

During seven plentiful years, Joseph gathered grain throughout Egypt. His wise preparations helped preserve lives when famine followed.