You’ll know how the story fits together if you know why it’s called Genesis. Genesis is a Greek word (γένεσις) meaning birth, how something came to be, the account of a family. The Septuagint translators (c. 200 BC) used genesis to translate tô·lē·ḏôṯ — a Hebrew word meaning a record of descendants or successors. The narrator used this word at… Continue reading Why is the First Book in the Bible Called Genesis?
Month: August 2023
Studies on the Book of Malachi
Studies on the Book of Malachi The Book of Malachi is the last book in the Bible. It is listed as the twelfth book of the Minor Prophets. In the Hebrew Bible, the book of Malachi is classified among the Latter Prophets. The Prophet MalachiPainting by Duccio di Buoninsegnac. 1310-1311 (Museo dell’Opera del Duomo, Siena Cathedral)… Continue reading Studies on the Book of Malachi
Introduction to the Book of Habakkuk
The book of Habakkuk presents the thinking of a man who was responding to the impact of the international crisis on the people of Judah. The prophet openly challenged the concept of divine justice that had been developed by recent Deuteronomic reform. This “doctrine of the two ways” held that obedience to Yahweh’s will would… Continue reading Introduction to the Book of Habakkuk
Podcast: The Book of Galatians
Check out the So We Speak podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. The letter to the Galatians may be the trickiest of Paul’s letters – both for the background and the content – but it is packed with insight into the law, the work of the Spirit, and the freedom of the Christian life. In this episode, Cole… Continue reading Podcast: The Book of Galatians
Podcast: The Book of Revelation
Check out the So We Speak podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Revelation is the capstone of the whole Bible. Allusions and images from the prophets are interwoven to reveal God’s plan. It may also be the most controversial book of the Bible. In the Greek translation, Revelation means “Apocalypse.” Apocalypse means “a revealing or unfolding.” Revelation tells… Continue reading Podcast: The Book of Revelation
Podcast: The Book of Leviticus
Check out the So We Speak podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leviticus may not be anyone’s favorite book of the Bible, but it is central to understanding how and why we worship God. Cole and Terry discuss the outline and purpose of Leviticus and draw lessons for our worship today. “Leviticus” as a word comes from the… Continue reading Podcast: The Book of Leviticus
9 Impactful Lessons We Can Learn from the Book of Esther in the Bible
The story of Esther in the Bible has always been one of my favorites. A beautiful, yet humble girl, raised by a cousin, and who saved a generation through her bravery. I love this story in the Bible because it so beautifully illustrates how God can use anyone for His plans and how we, especially women, can… Continue reading 9 Impactful Lessons We Can Learn from the Book of Esther in the Bible
Podcast: The Book of Zechariah
Check out the So We Speak podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. The book of Zechariah falls under Apocalyptic literature and draws heavily from the books of Haggai, Malachi, and Isaiah. The books of Ezra and Nehemiah are also a part of Israel’s return from exile. A basic outline of Zechariah: Introduction: 1:1-7 Night Visions: 1:8-8:23 Exhortation to… Continue reading Podcast: The Book of Zechariah
Podcast: The Book of Esther
Check out the So We Speak podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. This is a re-publication of a podcast from around two years ago that cycled out of Spotify. For a complete list of all the podcasts, visit the Podbean website. Some History The Babylonians came in and deported the Jews in Babylon (modern-day Iraq). In 539 BC, the Persians… Continue reading Podcast: The Book of Esther
The Book of 2 Kings
Today, we continue our journey through the Bible with today’s study of 2 Kings. May we remember to ask God to show us what He wants us to learn? Psalm 19:14; “May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock, and my Redeemer.” As we… Continue reading The Book of 2 Kings