Enoch, The Man Who Never Died

Enoch, the Man Who Never Died

I. Introduction

A. Scripture Reference – Jude 14–15

B. Introduction to Enoch: The seventh from Adam

C. Overview of Enoch’s unique legacy: He did not experience death

II. Enoch Walked with God

A. Genesis 5:21–24 – A life marked by faithfulness

B. The metaphor and reality of walking with God

C. The intimacy of relationship – “My God and I” hymn excerpt

D. Reflection: What does it mean to walk with God today?

III. Enoch Pleased God

A. Hebrews 11:5–6 – Commended for faith

B. The role of faith in pleasing God

C. Comparison with Abraham – James 2:23

D. Reflection: Why is faith so central to pleasing God?

IV. Enoch Defended God

A. Jude 14–15 – Enoch’s prophetic voice

B. Historical context – Genesis 6 and the growing wickedness

C. The Book of Enoch – Angels, corruption, and violence

D. Biblical examples of zeal for God:

1. Phinehas (Numbers 25:11–13)

2. David (1 Samuel 17:26)

3. God’s favor toward defenders of His honor

E. Reflection: Do we see the world as God sees it?

V. Enoch Was Taken by God

A. Hebrews 11:5 – Enoch did not see death

B. Other biblical examples of being taken:

1. Elijah (2 Kings 2:11)

2. Jesus (Acts 1:9–11)

3. The Church (1 Thessalonians 4:17)

C. Reflection: The hope of being with God eternally

VI. Broader Context and Legacy

A. Two family lines: Cain and Seth

B. God chose the line that walked with Him

C. Connection to Noah – Another man who walked with God

D. The importance of spiritual lineage and legacy

VII. Discussion and Reflection

A. Choose one to reflect or comment on:

1. Walking with God

2. Pleasing God

3. Defending God

4. The Hope of Being Taken by God

VIII. Conclusion

A. Enoch’s life as a model of faith, intimacy, courage, and hope

B. Challenge to live a life that walks with, pleases, and defends God