GUARDED: A Seven-Day Guided Study of the Tree of Life

The Tree of Life stands at both the beginning and the end of the biblical story.

In Genesis, humanity is driven from Eden and the way to the tree is guarded. In Revelation, access appears again within the restored creation. What does this movement from access to exile—and finally to restoration—reveal about life, sin, wisdom, judgment, and hope?

GUARDED is a 50-page, seven-day guided Bible study that traces the Tree of Life from the Garden of Eden to the closing vision of Scripture.

Rather than speculating about what the tree looked like or relying on later traditions, this study remains close to the biblical text. Each day combines careful observation, literary context, theological reflection, and guided questions designed to help you engage Scripture more deeply.

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY

Day 1 — Genesis 2:8–9

Life in the Middle of the Garden

Day 2 — Genesis 2:15–17

Permission Before Prohibition

Day 3 — Genesis 3:1–7

The Tree Humanity Chose

Day 4 — Genesis 3:20–22

Take, Eat, and Live Forever

Day 5 — Genesis 3:23–24

The Way to Life Is Guarded

Day 6 — Proverbs 3:13–18

Wisdom as a Tree of Life

Day 7 — Revelation 2:7 and 22:1–5, 14

The Right to the Tree of Life

INSIDE THIS STUDY

• Seven structured daily studies

• Careful engagement with the biblical text

• Literary and theological connections across Scripture

• Observation, interpretation, and reflection questions

• Space for personal notes and written responses

• A concluding synthesis connecting Eden with the restored creation

• Both fillable and printer-friendly PDF editions

WHO THIS STUDY IS FOR

GUARDED is designed for serious Bible readers, personal study, small groups, ministry leaders, teachers, and anyone seeking to understand the Tree of Life within the larger biblical story.

This is not simply a study about a mysterious tree. It is an exploration of humanity’s lost access to life—and the hope that Scripture places beyond exile.

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD

Your purchase includes two PDF files:

• Fillable edition — type your responses directly into the document

• Print edition — optimized for printing and handwritten notes

No physical product will be shipped.

For personal use only. Redistribution or resale is not permitted.