People Doubt God's Word
Family guide · People Doubt God's Word · Genesis 3:1-13 · about 15 minutes
Big idea: The first rebellion began when people distrusted what God had said.
Start with the passage and keep text, explanation, and application distinct.
The 15-minute flow
- 2 minConnect. Connect this lesson to something already learned in Cycle 2.
- 5 minRead. Read selected portions of Genesis 3:1-13 and name direct observations.
- 3 minUnderstand. Restate the big idea in your own words: The first rebellion began when people distrusted what God had said.
- 3 minPlay. Use the Trust / Doubt / Choice Cards resource verbally or on paper.
- 2 minRespond. Practice asking: “What did God actually say?” before deciding what the story teaches.
Talk about it
- What does the passage directly say?
- What meaning follows from it?
- What is one response we can practise?
This week
Action: Practice asking: “What did God actually say?” before deciding what the story teaches.
Prayer: Thank God for what the passage reveals and ask for help to respond faithfully.
Note for parents: Questions are welcome. Do not force disclosure, certainty, public prayer, baptism, or another public religious decision.