The death toll is complete and unsparing. The narrative does not soften it. This is the consequence of total corruption — the wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23). But this truth makes the ark's salvation even more precious.
Memory phrase: Outside was death — inside was life.
Talk about it: Why is it so important that there was a way to be safe — the ark — before the flood came?
Prayer: God, thank You that You made a way for life when all was death.