The beginning of this chapter can be confusing. It begins with references to “the sons of God”, “the daughters of men”, and their children the “Nephilim”. Use of these names, without any further explanation, suggests an existing knowledge of whom they refer. When human beings began to increase in number on the earth and daughters were... Continue Reading →
Genesis 4: Selfish Pride
The story of Cain and Able is well known for being the first murder. Yet, the entire story has applications meant for our lives in the current day. The chapter begins by reminding that childbearing is a gift from God. Adam made love to his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said,... Continue Reading →