The book of Genesis is the book of beginnings: it explains the origin of space, time, matter, energy, the universe, stars and planets, earth, the seas, life, man, animals, vegetation etc., and the beginning of nations, languages, government, culture, cities, music and more. But Genesis also brings us face to face with beginning of sin, death, murder, rebellion and defiance against God, and sees the birth of false religion – mans attempt to cover his sin and get right with God by his own efforts. It introduces us to the first world dictator and world government – something destined to be repeated in our time.

However, it also reveals God as a knowable God, a God of love and mercy, and yet a God of justice. It demonstrates the sovereignty of God and the free will of man. We see the first blood sacrifice as atonement for sin, and the promise of a Saviour who will redeem mankind. It ultimately answers the fundamental questions of life: Who am I? Where did I come from? What am I doing here? What happens when I die? What is begun in Genesis is concluded in Revelation. These are the book-ends of the most important library of all.