Our goal is to explore the narratives of the Bible in light of their cultural and literary context. As we study the... more
Following in the footsteps of his father, Isaac sells out his wife to Abimelech, she is given exodus, and he... more
The author of Genesis uses a bit of misdirection in the beginning of the Jacob and Esau story. God's promises... more
Genesis 25 begins with genealogies of Abraham's descendants from another concubine and Ishmael's descendants. But, as usual, genealogies are not... more
Rebekah follows in the footsteps of Abraham and follows Yahweh's providential call to Canaan. We also meet a new character... more
As Abraham's servant goes to find a bride of Isaac, instresting similarities are created between him and Moses. This end-cap... more
The problem of evil is an issue for many Christians. In this episode, we will see how creation ex materia... more
Creation from pre-existent material raises questions about God's sovereignty and preeminence over creation. But did the Biblical authors have these... more
When and how was the doctrine of creation ex nihilo developed? Why was it formulated? We will have to look... more
We dive into some key Biblical texts that inform the doctrine of creation equipped with knowledge of the original culture... more
Genesis 23 presents the reader with an odd story about a business transaction Abraham has with some Hittites. Why is... more