Scripture to Read: Genesis 8:13-22
As we unpack Genesis 8:13-22, we see how God had, in a way, hit the “reset” button. But, on this “reset” there was something different. The one thing that was NOT “reset” was the sin nature. Noah and all of his family had been born with a sin nature. So, the problem of sin was still the same, even after the flood. But God in His sovereignty had a plan for mankind, which was fully completed through our Lord Jesus Christ. God knew none of mankind could live a sinless life. So, through our Lord Jesus Christ, God Himself came and lived a sinless life for us, then laid down His life for us by shedding His own blood. It is only through our willingness to surrender to Christ as Lord that His blood thoroughly cleanses us from ALL of our sin. But, until Christ came, there had to be the sacrifice of animals so their blood would cover mankind’s sin. That is why the first thing Noah did after leaving the ark was that he built an altar and worshipped the Lord (Genesis 8:20). Noah had reason to worship. First, Noah and his family were saved by God from His judgment (the flood). Second, Noah knew that sacrifices must be made for the atoning of sin (Hebrews 10:4). Our worship of our Lord Jesus Christ is vital for us every day, too, because He has saved us from the power and penalty of sin. May we remember, daily, He gave His all for us; therefore, we must give our all for Him.
Challenge & Application
1. What did God teach you today about His “reset” and what that meant for Noah and even for us today?
2. How are you worshipping our Lord Jesus Christ each day and how are you leading others to do the same?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!