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Day 10: Man Should not Be Alone

Discover: God does not think it is good for man to be alone. Adam is given dominion over the animals and names them, but he does not have a companion. God recognizes this and makes Eve from Adam’s side to be a companion, helper, and partner for him. In the last couple of verses, we are introduced to the first human relationship. We are told that a man shall leave his parents and join his wife as they become one flesh, thus creating a marriage and a family for themselves.

Learn: In Genesis 1, we see the beginning of the world and intelligent life. Here in Chapter 2, we witness the beginning of earthly relationships, the first of them being marriage. The marriage relationship was created by God so that men and women could have a lifelong companionship and commit to uplift each other as they grow together. You may have noticed the repeated use of the word “helper.” Eve is created to be a “helper” to Adam as a complement to him and his role on earth. This terminology does not mean that Eve is lesser in dignity or in the eyes of God, but rather her role is to assist and work alongside Adam as he leads the couple to follow God’s design for them. These roles are meant to be complementary to one another.

Apply: Regardless of lifestyle or profession, we are all called to work and live alongside others. Although this varies greatly depending on the person, we all have different roles in each relationship. God gives us roles to serve others and expand His Kingdom. What roles do you fill? Do you find yourself using your roles in life to glorify yourself, others, or God?