These notes accompany the sermon found at https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermoninfo.asp?m=t&s=9242033261172

Human Rebellion

“The tower is a symbol of human autonomy, and the city builders see themselves as determining and establishing their own destiny without any reference to the Lord.” – ESV Study Bible, Genesis 11:1-9. 

Some common characteristics of human rebellion:  Unity, Technology, Ambition, Effort, Leadership(Gen. 10:8-12), Presumption (James 4:13-16, 2 Peter 2:10-11), Religion, Failure. 

Divine Intervention

• Power (Genesis 1-2; Exodus 3-15)
• Purpose (Genesis 3:15, 12:1-3, 50:20; Romans 8:28),
• Success (Matthew 28:18-20).

Discussion

• Look for the recurring theme of human rebellion versus divine intervention played out in the Bible and in history.   
• Take courage that God is in control and working things according to His great plan.
• Notice how the gospel continually overcomes the curses of this world. 
• Strive continually to prioritize kingdom concerns. 

Read also:  Revelation 18-20; Acts 2; Ephesians 2:1-10;

For further study:

https://answersingenesis.org/tower-of-babel/was-the-dispersion-at-babel-a-real-event/

Songs we used today in church: