A. Male and female value

1. Both bear the image and likeness of God

2. Both are equally endowed with the image of God

3. Both are unique and special to God

B. Male and female calling (1:28-29)

1. Be fruitful and multiply

2. Subdue and rule over the earth

A. Adam was created first (v. 7)

B. Adam is given an occupation and responsibility before Eve's creation

C. Adam is instructed by God with the responsibility of leading with His Word. (v. 16-17)

D. Adam names animals, a signal of his leadership over creation. (v. 19-20)

E. Adam is given a helper suitable for him (v. 18, 21-22)

"I want you to understand, that Christ is the Head of every man, and the man is the head of a woman, and God is the Head of Christ."

--I Corinthians 11:3

F. Adam names his helper (v. 23)
G. The man is told to leave and initiate a new household (v. 24)