Text: Genesis 10

Introduction: The Table of Nations

• It is a testament to the accuracy of the Bible as true revelation from God.
• It connects us to the story of redemption.
• It underscores the sovereignty of God over all nations.
• It sets the stage for the holy war between the seed of the serpent vs. the seed of the woman.

God is Sovereign Over the Gentile Nations (Gen. 10:1-5)

• God established the line of Japheth, which included the Gentile Indo-European nations who settled in Europe, Asia, and North and South America.
• The Gentiles would be scattered throughout the earth, but God ensured that the Gospel would spread to the ends of the earth.

God is Sovereign Over the Warrior Nations (Gen. 10:6-20)

• The line of Ham reveals all of Israel’s enemies who would seek to revolt against God and destroy His people.
• Despite the challenges to His sovereignty and His people, God remains undaunted in fulfilling His plan.

God is Sovereign Over the Hebrew Nation (Gen. 10:21-31)

• The line of Shem includes several people groups, but specifically the nation of Israel – God’s chosen people.
• In Genesis 12, God makes a covenant with Abraham, which declares that through him all the nations of the earth will be blessed.

God’s Sovereign Plan For All Nations (Gen. 10:32; Rev. 7:9-12)

• From the Table of Nations, we see the oneness of the human race; we are all descendants from Adam and Noah.
• From the Table of Nations, the stage is set for God redeem sinners from every nation for His glory.

Text: Genesis 9

God’s Commission Declared (Gen. 9:1-7)

• God commands Noah be fruitful and multiply His image on the earth.
• God grants permission to eat meat, but not the blood.
• God declares that life must be protected and preserved.

God’s Covenant of Grace Displayed (Gen. 9:8-17)

• God’s covenant explained in terms of His unconditional commitment to His creation.
• God’s covenant portrayed in the sky as His unconditional sign of grace.

Man’s Sinfulness Demonstrated (Gen. 9:18-25)

• Noah’s sin of drunkenness serves as a warning.
• Ham’s sin of mockery and scorn led to a far-reaching curse upon his family.

God’s Blessing Determined (Gen. 9:26-29)

• God’s blessing rests on the line of Shem, from whom would come Christ, the Messiah who would redeem us from our sin.