God’s Order And His Law In Creation: 6 Day Bible Course
Below is a structured 6-day, 3-hour-per-day course for Week 1, "God’s Order & His Law in Creation."
Week 1: God’s Order & His Law in Creation
Day 1: Introduction to Divine Order in Creation
Daily Focus & Goal:
Understand God’s intentional design in creation and how His law is woven into the fabric of the universe.
Goal: To grasp the significance of God as the Creator and how His laws function in the world.
Scripture Reading:
Torah: Genesis 1:1–2:3 (Creation and Divine Order)
Prophets: Isaiah 45:18–19 (God as Creator & Lawgiver)
Teaching Points:
Genesis presents God as the Creator who brings order from chaos. His law is present in the natural order.
Isaiah emphasizes God’s role as not just Creator but also Lawgiver, who designed the world to function according to divine law.
Case Study:
Modern environmentalism: How can we understand the natural world as a reflection of God’s divine order? Discuss the concept of stewardship based on creation and its responsibilities.
Real-World Example:
The importance of observing natural law in everyday life, like the laws of nature in agriculture, the seasons, and the ecosystem.
Application Questions:
1. How does creation reflect God’s order and law?
2. What responsibilities do we have as stewards of God’s creation?
3. How can you align your life with the divine order of creation?
Reflection Questions:
1. In what areas of your life have you noticed God’s order at work?
2. How does recognizing God as both Creator and Lawgiver change your perspective on the world?
3. What is one practical way you can honor God’s creation today?
Key Takeaways:
1. God created the world with intentional order, and this order reflects His divine law.
2. Our role as stewards is part of living in harmony with God’s design.
3. The creation story demonstrates that God’s laws are foundational to life itself.
Summary: God’s creation reveals His law in its order and purpose. Understanding this helps us recognize our responsibility to honor both God’s laws and the world He created.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for the beauty and order of Your creation. Help me to see Your hand in the world around me and guide me to live in harmony with Your laws. Teach me to be a faithful steward of Your creation. Amen.
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Day 2: The Perfection of God’s Law
Daily Focus & Goal:
Grasp the perfection and completeness of God’s law, which brings freedom and life.
Goal: To understand that God's law is perfect, as described in Psalm 19, and how it is a reflection of His holiness.
Scripture Reading:
Writings: Psalm 19:7–11 (The Law of the Lord is Perfect)
Gospel: John 1:1–14 (Yeshua as the Word)
Teaching Points:
Psalm 19 speaks to the perfection of God’s law and its benefits for those who follow it.
John 1 reveals that the Word, which is perfect and eternal, became flesh in Yeshua. The law is made manifest in Him.
Case Study:
The role of personal discipline and how applying God’s laws can lead to inner peace and joy, compared with secular laws that often bring confusion and restrictions.
Real-World Example:
Legal systems that model God’s law of justice and righteousness, and the impact of applying biblical principles in governance.
Application Questions:
1. What makes God’s law perfect compared to human laws?
2. How does Yeshua embody God’s law in the Gospels?
3. In what ways can you live according to God’s perfect law today?
Reflection Questions:
1. How has following God’s law brought you peace or freedom in your life?
2. How do you understand the relationship between Yeshua and the law of God?
3. What area of your life needs more alignment with God’s perfect law?
Key Takeaways:
1. God’s law is perfect and leads to life, unlike man-made laws.
2. Yeshua is the embodiment of God’s law in human form.
3. Living according to God’s law brings freedom and joy.
Summary: God’s law is perfect and reflects His righteousness. Through Yeshua, we understand the fullness of this law and how it leads to life and freedom.
Prayer: Father, Your law is perfect and brings wisdom and peace. Help me to live by Your perfect law and to follow the example of Yeshua in all things. Amen.
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Day 3: Creation and the Role of Humanity
Daily Focus & Goal:
Learn about humanity’s role within the divine order of creation.
Goal: To understand our calling as image-bearers of God and how that affects our relationship with the world and each other.
Scripture Reading:
Torah: Genesis 1:26–31 (Humanity's Role in Creation)
Prophets: Isaiah 45:20–22 (God's call to salvation)
Teaching Points:
Humanity is created in God’s image, with a responsibility to rule and care for creation.
Isaiah shows God calling people to recognize Him as the Creator and to respond to His law with repentance.
Case Study:
A business or community leader who models godly principles of stewardship and service to others, reflecting the image of God in their work.
Real-World Example:
A community effort to restore a local park or natural space, embodying the values of stewardship and care for creation.
Application Questions:
1. How does being made in God’s image affect your role in creation?
2. How can you live out the responsibility God has given you to care for the earth?
3. In what ways can you reflect God’s law in your daily work and interactions?
Reflection Questions:
1. How do you perceive your role in God’s creation?
2. What responsibilities do you have toward others as an image-bearer of God?
3. What can you do today to serve creation and others in alignment with God’s will?
Key Takeaways:
1. Humanity is created in God’s image with a responsibility to care for creation.
2. Responding to God’s call requires living according to His law.
3. Reflecting God’s character in our actions helps bring order and justice to the world.
Summary: As image-bearers of God, we are called to rule and care for His creation, living out His law in service to others.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for creating me in Your image. Help me to live out my role in Your creation, reflecting Your love and care for all You have made. Amen.
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Day 4: The Law as a Source of Wisdom
Daily Focus & Goal:
Explore how God’s law serves as a source of wisdom, guidance, and life.
Goal: To deepen understanding of the law's role in providing direction and wisdom for righteous living.
Scripture Reading:
Writings: Psalm 19:7–11 (The Law is a Source of Wisdom)
Gospel: John 1:1–14 (Yeshua as the Word of Wisdom)
Teaching Points:
God’s law is not only a set of rules but a source of wisdom for living a good life.
Yeshua, as the Word, embodies this wisdom and brings clarity to the law’s purpose.
Case Study:
A person facing a difficult decision in life who chooses to follow God’s law for wisdom and guidance, resulting in peace and clarity.
Real-World Example:
The application of biblical principles in decision-making in business or family life, showing how following God's law leads to wisdom.
Application Questions:
1. How has God’s law brought you wisdom in your life?
2. How does Yeshua exemplify the wisdom of God’s law?
3. How can you seek God’s wisdom when making decisions?
Reflection Questions:
1. When was the last time you turned to God’s law for guidance?
2. What areas of your life would benefit from applying God’s wisdom?
3. How does following God’s law lead to a better outcome than following secular advice?
Key Takeaways:
1. God’s law is a source of wisdom that leads to righteous living.
2. Yeshua is the embodiment of God’s wisdom and reveals the true purpose of the law.
3. Applying God’s wisdom in decision-making leads to peace and clarity.
Summary: God’s law is a guide for wisdom, and by following it, we gain understanding and clarity in our lives. Yeshua, as the Word, embodies this wisdom.
Prayer: Father, thank You for the wisdom found in Your law. Help me to seek Your guidance and apply Your principles to all areas of my life. Amen.
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Day 5: The Relationship Between Creation and the Law
Daily Focus & Goal:
Understand the deep connection between God’s creation and His law.
Goal: To recognize that creation and God’s law are intertwined, revealing His will for the world.
Scripture Reading:
Torah: Genesis 1:1–2:3 (Creation)
Writings: Psalm 19 (The Law of the Lord is Perfect)
Teaching Points:
Creation reflects God’s law in its order and function.
The law is a mirror of the Creator’s will for His world.
Case Study:
A modern legal system inspired by biblical principles that promotes justice, fairness, and care for creation.
Real-World Example:
The care taken in sustainable practices in farming and environmental conservation that honor God's creation.
Application Questions:
1. How does creation show us the law of God in action?
2. How can we align our actions with God’s law to better care for His world?
3. How does understanding the connection between creation and law change your perspective on stewardship?
Reflection Questions:
1. How do you see God’s law reflected in creation around you?
2. How can you better honor creation through your actions?
3. In what ways can you integrate God’s law into your everyday stewardship of the earth?
Key Takeaways:
1. Creation reveals God’s law in its order and design.
2. Understanding the law helps us fulfill our role as caretakers of creation.
3. Stewardship of creation is part of living according to God’s will.
Summary: God’s creation and His law are deeply connected. Recognizing this relationship helps us fulfill our role as stewards of the earth.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your law and for the world You’ve created. Help me to honor Your creation and to live according to Your will in all things. Amen.
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Day 6: Reflection on the Week
Daily Focus & Goal:
Reflect on the principles learned during the week and how to apply them in daily life.
Goal: To summarize and internalize the lessons on God’s order and law in creation.
Scripture Reading:
Writings: Psalm 19 (The Law is Perfect)
Gospel: John 1:1–14 (Yeshua as the Word)
Teaching Points:
Reflection on the interconnectedness of creation and God's law.
The role of Yeshua in fulfilling and exemplifying the law.
Case Study:
Reflecting on a personal experience where understanding God’s law brought order and peace into one’s life.
Real-World Example:
How applying God’s law in relationships, work, and personal life creates harmony and stability.
Application Questions:
1. What is one area of your life where you can apply God’s law more fully?
2. How can you continue to grow in understanding God’s law throughout this study?
3. What new insights have you gained this week about God’s creation and law?
Reflection Questions:
1. How has this week deepened your understanding of God’s law in creation?
2. What steps can you take to better reflect God’s law in your life?
3. How can you share these lessons with others?
Key Takeaways:
1. God’s law is a perfect reflection of His creation and will for the world.
2. Yeshua embodies and fulfills God’s law, showing us how to live in alignment with it.
3. Stewardship and living according to God’s law bring peace and order to our lives.
Summary: This week, we have learned about God’s law in creation, its perfection, and how it governs the world. Yeshua is the ultimate embodiment of this law, showing us the way to live in harmony with God’s will.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for the insights gained this week. Help me to continue living in accordance with Your law, reflecting Your order and wisdom in all that I do. Amen.
