Genesis 5:1-32: The Line of the Promised Seed

After the death of Abel and the departure of Cain, Moses records the genealogy of Adam through Seth. Banned from Eden, the sons of Adam inherit his sinful image and likeness. The first generations lived for incredibly long periods of time, seeing far more generations after them than we do now. This faithful line that goes through Seth believes and passes down the promises of God throughout their lifetimes. Nonetheless, sin means that each one in turn dies. This genealogy ends with Noah and his three sons. The prophecy that Lamech speaks about his son Noah sets the stage for the rest that God will bring, all the while pointing forward to the Son who comes many years later in this genealogy. He will provide the fullness of rest: Jesus.  Rev. Kale Hanson, pastor at Zion Lutheran Church and School in Bethalto, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 5:1-32.  To learn more about Zion Lutheran, visit zionbethalto.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]