The clean and unclean animals, the birds, and everything that crawls along the ground Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 7:8? 2. How does Genesis 7:8 demonstrate God's provision for all creatures during the flood? 3. What can we learn about obedience from Noah's actions in Genesis 7:8? 4. How does Genesis 7:8 connect with God's covenant in Genesis 9:9-11? 5. How can we apply Noah's faithfulness in Genesis 7:8 to our daily lives? 6. What does Genesis 7:8 teach about God's care for His creation? 7. How did Noah gather all animal species as described in Genesis 7:8? 8. Does Genesis 7:8 suggest a literal or symbolic interpretation of the flood narrative? 9. How do we reconcile Genesis 7:8 with scientific evidence of biodiversity? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 7? 11. What was the total number on Noah's ark? 12. Were dinosaurs excluded from Noah's Ark? 13. Titus 1:15 - How can 'all things be pure' to those who are pure, yet still align with other scriptures' dietary and moral restrictions? 14. How many animals were on Noah's ark? (Genesis 6:19-20 vs. Genesis 7:2-3) Discussion Questions 1. How does Noah's obedience in bringing both clean and unclean animals into the ark challenge us in our daily walk with God?2. In what ways does the distinction between clean and unclean animals in Genesis 7:8 relate to the call for holiness in the New Testament? 3. How can the account of Noah and the flood encourage us to trust in God's provision and salvation in our own lives? 4. What are some practical ways we can demonstrate our faith through obedience, as Noah did? 5. How does the account of the flood in Genesis 7:8 serve as a warning and a call to preparedness for the return of Christ?1. How does God's instruction to Noah reflect His merciful nature? 2. What does Noah's obedience to God tell us about his character and faith? 3. How might the gathering of animals in the ark symbolize God's care for all of His creation? 4. How do you interpret God's decision to flood the earth and destroy all life? 5. How does this narrative change your perspective on God's judgement and mercy? 6. What significance does the number "40" (as in forty days and nights of rain) hold in this context? 7. How does Noah's experience with the flood relate to the concept of "trial by fire" or hardship? 8. What lessons can we learn from Noah's unwavering faith in the face of a global calamity? 9. How would you have reacted if you were in Noah's place, receiving such a daunting command from God? 10. How can we understand the closing of the ark's door by God Himself? 11. How might you apply the concept of God's provision and protection in the ark to your own life? 12. What does the total destruction of life on earth tell us about the severity of human corruption? 13. How do you reconcile the image of a merciful God with the destruction He brought upon the earth? 14. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of God's promise and covenant? 15. What does it mean to be "righteous in this generation," as Noah was? 16. What practical steps can you take to demonstrate faith and obedience as Noah did? 17. How can this narrative of destruction and renewal influence our understanding of current environmental crises? 18. How can Noah's story inspire personal and communal responsibility towards God's creation? 19. How does the survival of Noah and the animals relate to the biblical theme of a "remnant" being preserved? 20. How might the flood narrative shape our understanding of divine judgement and salvation in contemporary society? Links Genesis 7:8 NIVGenesis 7:8 NLT Genesis 7:8 ESV Genesis 7:8 NASB Genesis 7:8 KJV Genesis 7:8 Commentaries Bible Hub |



