Bible Study – Genesis 11

S -The Lord said, “If they have begun to do this as one people all having the same language, then nothing they plan to do will be impossible for them.

Genesis 11:6 CSB

O – Commentary:

Their desire to enhance their unity and strength had potential for the greatest evil, according to the Lord’s evaluation: If … they have begun to do this, then nothing they plan to do will be impossible for them. Thus what they would not do in obedience (viz., scatter over the earth, v. 4) He did for them in judgment

“Genesis,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – Unity is a powerful thing.  Unfortunately, these people unified in actions unpleasing to God.  God wants us to live in community with others and to actually be unified in pleasing him.  We need to work on our own hearts first and then connect with others to honor together as one.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the one, true God.  Start with us first to check our own hearts and make sure they align with you.  Then, give us the ability to connect with others to honor and reverence you in our words, thoughts and actions.