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Encountering the Book of Genesis: A Study of Its Content and Issues is unavailable, but you can change that!

This accessible introduction to Genesis examines introductory issues, overarching themes, and the argument of the book. This work is designed for the serious student of the Bible—author Bill T. Arnold provides detailed discussions of topics such as authorship, Creation, Abraham’s faith, Jacob’s struggles, Joseph’s time in Egypt, and God’s enduring promises. Chapter outlines, key terms, study...

“bad” or “evil,” such as is the case in Genesis 2. Here the idea is approval and acceptance. The object created is just as it should be, with no flaws or blemishes. On each creation day, God is the gifted artist who steps back to admire and approve his own work. When God considers his handiwork, he is pleased with it. Table 1.1 The Days of Creation Form Fullness Day Object created Day Object created 1 One work: light 4 One work: luminaries 2 One work: sea and expanse 5 One work: birds, fish
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