> As we conclude our series on the “Overview of the New Testament,” it’s essential to reflect on the profound impact this collection of texts has had on […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
Introduction to the Old Testament
> This Introduction to the Old Testament is the first in a 13-week series of posts designed to help you understand God’s purpose in preserving these ancient Scriptures […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
The Beginning of Man and the Patriarchs
> This week’s survey of Genesis sets the groundwork for understanding all of the major themes of the Bible. The Book of Genesis, the first book of the […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
Exodus and Law
> This week’s overview of Exodus and the Law, we delve into one of the most pivotal events in the history of the Israelites: the Exodus from Egypt. […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
The Wilderness and Entry into Canaan
> This week, we delve into the significant period of the Israelites’ journey through the wilderness and their subsequent entry into Canaan. This phase in the Israelite narrative […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
The Judges and Early Prophets
> This week, we delve into a tumultuous and transformative period in the history of Israel: the time of the Judges and early prophets, leading up to the […]
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The United Monarchy
> This week, we delve into a pivotal era in Israel’s history—the United Monarchy. This period marks the transition from a tribal confederation to a centralized kingdom under […]
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The Divided Kingdom and Prophetic Voices
> This week, we will explore the divided kingdom and prophetic voices at a tumultuous period in the history of Israel. The division of the kingdom into Israel […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
Exile and Hope
This week, we delve into one of the most transformative periods in the history of the Jewish people: the exile. We will explore the fall of the northern […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
The Post-Exilic Period
> This week, we delve into the transformative period following the Babylonian exile, focusing on the return to Jerusalem, the monumental task of rebuilding the Temple, and the […]
Bible Overview / Old Testament
Wisdom Literature
> This week, we delve into the rich tapestry of Wisdom Literature within the Hebrew Bible, focusing on the books of Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes. These texts offer […]
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The Psalms and Worship
> This week, we delve into the Book of Psalms, an integral part of the Bible that has shaped the worship practices of both Judaism and Christianity for […]
