Genesis traces God’s story from creation and the fall to the covenant with Abraham and the providence that carries Joseph from the pit to the palace. This 8-week group study walks through all 50 chapters using Genesis’s own “these are the generations of…” dividers.
Creation, Fall, Abrahamic Covenant & Sovereign Providence
Genesis: 8-Week Group Bible Study (Chapters 1–50)
Try Genesis Week 1 (Genesis 1:1–2:25) free as a print-ready US Letter PDF. Weeks 2–8 are included in the complete 8-Week Study Book (digital PDF & Amazon KDP paperback, coming soon; all 8 weeks are written and the complete book is in final production).
The 8-Week Genesis Study Map (Chapters 1–50, ESV®)
Week 1 is free to download; Weeks 2–8 are included in the complete 8-Week Study Edition.
| Week | Session Title & ESV Scope | Structural Anchor | Core Group Focus |
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What’s in Week 1 (Free)
Week 1 covers Genesis 1:1–2:25 (ESV). Download it free as a print-ready US Letter PDF: the participant edition (15 pages) and the leader guide (20 pages).
For Group Members
The participant edition walks your group through Genesis chapters 1–50 with an open Bible: historical background, key Hebrew words and questions that move from understanding to application.
For Group Leaders
The leader guide contains the full participant text plus background notes, pacing and facilitation help, with matching page and question numbers so everyone stays together.
How the 8 Weeks Fit Together
Each of the 8 sessions runs 75–90 minutes and moves through Genesis in order. See the 8-week study map above for every session’s scope.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is each session?
Each of the 8 sessions is designed for 75–90 minutes of group time.
What is the difference between the participant and leader editions?
The participant edition holds the study text and discussion questions. The leader guide contains the full participant text plus background notes, pacing and facilitation help, with matching page and question numbers.
Which translation is used?
All Scripture quotations are from the ESV® (English Standard Version®).
Is Week 1 free?
Yes. Week 1 of the Genesis study is a free download in both editions; Weeks 2–8 are in the full edition.