Back to the Basics

“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 4:7

Growing Together Through God’s Word

Back to the Basics is a church-wide Bible reading campaign inviting our entire church family to return to the foundation of our faith—God’s Word. Together, we’ll read Scripture, grow in understanding, and strengthen our walk with Christ as one body.

Walking Through the Word

Walking Through the Word

Suggested weekly reading plan to help guide you though Scripture.

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Pause and Reflect

Pause and Reflect

Thoughful questions designed to help you pause, reflect, and apply God’s Word to your daily life. (Weekly, verse specific questions are in the section below)

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Weekly Reflection Questions

February 1-7 : Genesis 29-35
February 1-7 : Genesis 29-35

 

Genesis 29-35

 

    • What does this chapter teach us about God’s plans not depending on perfect people or situations? (Genesis 29)
    • Where do you see people trying to control blessing instead of receiving it? (Genesis 30)
    • The name Jacob means “Deceiver” or “Heal-Grabber.” Why does God change Jacob’s name at this moment? (Genesis 32)
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February 8-14: Genesis 36-42
February 8-14: Genesis 36-42

 

Genesis 36-42

 

  • Why do you think God allows Joseph’s story to begin with injustice? (Genesis 37)
  • Why doesn’t doing the right thing always lead to immediate reward? (Genesis 39)
  • How does Joseph remain faithful when no one else sees his integrity? (Genesis 39)
  • How can God use past pain to prepare someone for future purpose? (Genesis 41)
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Febraury 15-21 : Genesis 43-49
Febraury 15-21 : Genesis 43-49

 

Genesis 43-49

 

  • How does guilt shape the brothers’ actions years later? (Genesis 44)
  • Why does Joseph test his brothers before revealing himself? (Genesis 44)
  • What does Joseph’s leadership teach us about humility and wisdom? (Genesis 45-47)
  • How does Joseph’s forgiveness reflect deep trust in God’s plan? (Genesis 47)
  • Did Jacob’s sons ever fulfill their father’s burial wishes? (see Exodus 13:19; Joshua 24:32)
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February 22-28 : Genesis 50-Exodus 6
February 22-28 : Genesis 50-Exodus 6

 

Genesis 50-Exodus 6

 

  • Jacob lived with Joseph in Egypt for another 17 years. Why were the brothers so afraid of Joseph after all of these years of peace and reconciliation? (Genesis 50)
  • What does Joseph mean when he says God used evil intentions for good? (Genesis 50)
  • What does this chapter teach about God shaping leaders over time? (Exodus 2)
  • What does God’s name (“I AM”) reveal about who He is? (Exodus 3)
  • Why does Moses doubt himself—and how does God respond? (Exodus 3)
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Genesis 1-7
Genesis 1-7

 

Genesis 1-7

 

  • “God creates the world by speaking in Genesis (‘Let there be…’). In John’s Gospel (John 1:1-3), Jesus is called ‘the Word of God.’ What do you think that connection tells us about who Jesus is?” (Genesis 1)
  • Why do you think rest is built into creation before sin ever enters the world? (Genesis 1)
  • What does God’s statement, “It is not good that the man should be alone,” reveal about human identity and community? (Genesis 2)
  • Even in judgment, God provides clothing. What does that act communicate about grace? (Genesis 3)
  • Why does the repeated phrase “and he died” matter in the story? (Genesis 5)
  • What does waiting inside the ark teach us about faith when circumstances don’t immediately change? (Genesis 7)
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Genesis 8-14
Genesis 8-14

 

Genesis 8-14

 

  • Why do you think God makes a promise (the rainbow) knowing humans will still fail? (Genesis 9)
  • Why do you think God cares enough to name nations and families instead of skipping ahead in the story? (Genesis 10)
  • What do you think God is protecting humanity from by confusing their language? (Genesis 11)
  • What stands out to you about God making promises before Abram does anything to earn them? (Genesis 12)
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Genesis 15-21
Genesis 15-21

 

Genesis 15-21

 

  • God tells Abram to look at the stars. How do visible reminders help us trust invisible promises? (Genesis 15)
  • What does it mean to “believe the Lord,” and how is that different from having everything figured out? (Genesis 15)
  • Why is waiting on God often harder than taking matters into our own hands? (Genesis 16)
  • What does this chapter teach about the seriousness of sin and God’s desire to save? (Genesis 19)
  • Why is laughter a fitting response when God finally keeps His promise? (Genesis 21)
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Genesis 22-28
Genesis 22-28

 

Genesis 22-28

 

  • What does this chapter teach us about obedience that flows from faith rather than fear? (Genesis 22)
  • How might this story shape how we trust God with what we love most? (Genesis 22)
  • What does it say about God that His plans still move forward through broken choices? (Genesis 27)
  • Jacob is on the run and far from home. Why do you think God meets him at this moment? (Genesis 28)
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