On Sunday, August 10, 2025 at Wildwood Community Church I preached a sermon based on Genesis 1-3.  This message was part 1 in the “Scarlet Thread” sermon series.  Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion.  You will also find audio and video from the message to listen to/watch, download or share.

Sermon Questions:

1. Pray


2. Read Genesis 1-3


3. What are some common temptations that people face in this world?


4. Adam and Eve were created by God on purpose and for a purpose, then placed in the Garden of Eden with only one “don’t”:  Don’t eat the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.  This tree was visible and accessible and looked enticing.  What does the presence of a tree like this IN THE GARDEN OF EDEN tell you about God and what He desires from you and me?


5. Adam and Eve sinned because they thought sinning would be better than not sinning.  In other words – THEY WANTED TO DO IT.  Have you ever convinced yourself that sinning would be better than obedience to God?  How did that sin work out for you?  Did it lead to any of the difficulties we saw Adam and Eve face related to their sin?


6. Think of an area of temptation for you.  What does God’s word say about that area?  Memorize some of the verses about that topic and commit to taking God at His Word – that His way truly is what is best for us!


7. Genesis 3:14-15 predicts Jesus “crushing the head of the snake.”  Have you given in to temptation?  Have you confessed your sin to God?  Are you trusting in Jesus victory for the forgiveness of your sins?


8. What stands out to you most from this message?  Any particular takeaway?

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Scarlet Thread #1 8.10.25

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