Welcome to Day 3 of the Chronological Bible Reading Plan!

I’ve included a free Bible journal printable PDF, which uses the SOAP Bible study method for you to jot down the things that stand out to you or any revelation that you receive from the Holy Spirit as you read the Bible. You can download it here: Bible Study Printable.

If you haven’t printed out the Bible reading plan yet, or want to learn more about the format, you can find all the details here: The Chronological Bible Reading Plan.

Here’s a quick summary of what we’ll discover in the Bible today:

Genesis 8:

In this chapter, we witness the conclusion of the great flood. After the waters recede, Noah, his family, and the animals aboard the ark safely disembark onto dry ground.

In response to God’s faithfulness, Noah offers sacrifices of gratitude. God responds by establishing a covenant with Noah and all living creatures, promising never to destroy the earth with a flood again. He sets the rainbow as a sign of this everlasting covenant, demonstrating His mercy and compassion.

Genesis 9:

Continuing from the previous chapter, God reiterates the covenant He made with Noah and his descendants. He grants them dominion over the animals and emphasizes the sanctity of human life, forbidding murder and instituting equal punishment for those who take a human life.

This chapter also introduces Noah’s sons, who become the progenitors of the various nations and peoples on the earth.

Genesis 10:

This chapter presents the Table of Nations, detailing the descendants of Noah’s sons and how they spread across the earth after the Tower of Babel incident (which is discussed in the next chapter). It outlines the diverse origins of different nations, displaying God’s plan for humanity’s dispersal and development.

Genesis 11:

The Tower of Babel incident takes center stage in this chapter. Descendants of Noah’s sons gather together to build a tower that reaches to the heavens, attempting to make a name for themselves and avoid being scattered across the earth.

In response to their pride and disobedience, God confuses their language, causing them to speak in different tongues. As a result, they can no longer understand one another, and the people disperse and settle in different regions, ultimately fulfilling God’s intended plan for the nations to spread throughout the earth.

These chapters offer insights into God’s faithfulness, mercy, and sovereignty. They also reveal the consequences of human disobedience and pride. As you read through these passages, contemplate the significance of God’s covenants, the importance of unity through obedience to God’s will, and the beauty of His diverse creation.