God's judgment of the flood reminds us that sin reaches a point of no return. Are we close? Is there any hope?

Outline: Four indicators judgment is near:

1. Judgment is near when God's creational boundaries are rejected (6:1-4)

2. Judgment is near when God's creation is ravaged with violence (6:5a)

3. Judgment is near when God's image bearers are riddled with sin (6:5b)

4. Judgment is near when God's heart regrets His creation (6:7) But there is hope to be found in God's grace (6:8).

Discussion/Personal Reflection Questions:

1. What are some challenges with talking about judgment in the world today?

2. Discuss expressive individualism: Google AI defines, “Expressive individualism is a modern cultural ethos emphasizing that fulfillment comes from discovering one's unique inner feelings and expressing them outwardly to the world.” Core values: self-sufficiency, autonomy, independence, and uniqueness a. Where do you see this ethos in our culture? b. Where do you see it in your life? c. Evaluate it biblically: what is good in it, what is bad?

3. Read 2 Timothy 4:3-4, where do you find the church conforming truth to its own passions/preferences today? What harms come from this?

4. Read Ezekiel 3:18-19: Are we to be watchmen in our world? What are some ways you provide warning to those choosing sin?

5. Read Genesis 6:8: How does this verse offer hope to you?