The Book of GenesisThe Book of Genesis: A book on beginning, a story on living in the light of a covenant making God. The characters of Genesis consistently find themselves walking towards uncertain futures. Butequipped with the promises of Godthey press forward, learning to trust God in spite of their mistakes and failures. As we read and study Genesis, we unearth truths that form, shape, and guide us, even today. Ultimately, Genesis shows us that being human is messy.