Genesis 10:1-32

Introduction

“Though the genealogy of the sons of Noah that is recited in the tenth chapter seems to contain a useless multitude of names, it actually contains weighty doctrine and is for many reasons necessary for the church.” David Chytraues (1531-1600)

I. Important Observations

A. Seventy Names (cf. Gen. 46:27; Ex. 1:5, 24:1; Num. 11:16; Deut. 32:8; Dan. 9:24; Jer. 5:11; 29:10; Matt. 18:22; Lk. 10:1, 17)

B. A Mighty Hunter (Gen. 10:8-12 w/ 6:4, 11; Rev. 18; 1 Cor. 1:26)

II. Important Teachings

A. It Points Us to Abraham

B. It Points Us to Christ (Acts 17:22-27; Rev. 7:9-10)

III. Important Applications

A. Racism is Repudiated

B. Faith is Forwarded

Conclusion