Biblical Literacy Podcast

Dr David Capes 12/17/2023

Dr. Capes wraps up the study on Genesis by taking us to

Matthew 1:1, the Book that that takes us back to the genealogy of Jesus Christ

DR Capes reviewed, in detail, how various versions of the Bible address the genealogy of Christ identified in Genesis, for example,

KJV: The Book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham

NLT: This is the record of the ancestors of Jesus, the

Messiah, a descendant of David and Abraham

Other version: RSV,NASV,NIV

In a search for the most understandable translation of the Greek writings of the “beginning” in Genesis, Dr. Capes discussed, in detail, the meaning and understanding of the “Act of Generation”, the “Act of the Beginning.”

The six days of creating and the day of rest in Genesis Chapter 5 were discussed in detail with focus on Man (male and female) being made in the Image of God and addressing the beginning of Humanity.

A detailed discussion followed about the Book of Matthew

Matthew 1:1- The Book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ,

the son of David, the son of Abraham.

Dr. Capes addressed the various interpretations of the original Greek translations with respect to how they convey the meaning and implications of terms like genealogy, man, women.

Wrap up: At Christmas

1.Celebrate new creation.

2.Extended family

a.Remember ancestors.

b.Remember those that have passed on

c.What the future holds

Mark shared nuggets from each of his published daily devotional books including a preview of one that will be published in 2024. His newest devotional, Minor Prophets for Living, is number four in a series of five daily devotional books published in partnership with 1845 Books, an imprint from Baylor University Press. Mark read excerpts from each book with Scripture, content, and prayer. Psalms for Living,

Torah For Living,

Jesus For Living,

Minor Prophets For Living,

Epistles For Living-2024 Publication

Listen to Mark talk about the focus and theme of each devotional book as he shares his heart and love for God.

Mark continued his teachings in the Genesis series sharing the highs and lows after the flood. We learn:

1. Blessings: Noah and his sons were blessed

2. A sad and disturbing story:  Sin resulted in Canaan’s curse.

3. The Tower of Babel: man attempted to build a tower for God to visit, and God chose instead to confuse their language and divide the people.

Points for home:

1. Honor your father and your mother

2. God is not a genie

3. Pride is not your friend

Listen to Mark offer insight into the world after the flood and how it relates to our world today.

11-26-23 Biblical-Literacy

Mark continued with the study of Genesis-The Prequel. This week focused on Noah Part 2 and was divided into 3 Sections:

1. Background stories to the Flood. Other ancient stories that contrast and provide information.

2. The flood storyline. Noah walked with God. Do we walk with God or hide from Him?

3. Lessons and implications.

Points for home:

Adam hid from God;

Noah walked with God

The Creator is also the judge

Mercy triumphs over judgement

Water is a biblical sign used throughout the Bible.

Listen to Mark teach how the Genesis story of creation is unlike any other story. The world destroyed itself, so God chose to keep those who were obedient.

Biblical Literacy Class 11/19/23

Noah and The Flood

Genesis

Biblical Literacy Class 11/19/23

Noah and The Flood

Genesis

Mark breaks down this lesson into three parts:

1. Genealogies/ Linage

This is a look at the linage of Adam and Eve and what

happens to the family.

2. Genealogies /Ages

Then look at the genealogies because it is shocking that

these people lived to be 900 and some odd years old.

3. Lessons Learned

What can we take home from these interim chapters

between the fall of Adam and Eve and the Flood of Noah

The story Cain and Abel, sons of Adam and Eve, who were

conceived after expulsion of Adam and Eve from the garden of

Eden. Mark discusses in detail the story of Cain, Abel and Seth

and the impact it has on their lives and the lesson it should

teach us. Which is why Care must be taken to use life for Good

not evil.

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Mark diverted teaching from Genesis to interview Dr. Ed Stetzer,an evangelical scholar, author, missiologist, and Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University in La Mirada, California. Dr. Stetzer also hosts a radio show and weekly podcast.Mark posed various questions that began with the highlights of Dr. Stetzer’s life. Through God’s leading, Dr. Stetzer shared his personal life and his prayerful following of God through various means of planting churches and training others how to do the same.Listen to Mark and Dr. Stetzer discuss how to engage the world around us positively for Christ, build bridges within our culture while staying on mission for God’s glory.

11-5-23 Biblical-Literacy

Pastor David Fleming taught the next lesson in the Genesis series, with an emphasis on Genesis 3: The Garden of Eden and the fall. Pastor Fleming cited three points in today’s lesson:

1. The ancient context: Moses responded to the Hebrew people’s questions according to the historical language, vocabulary, understanding, and culture. While Adam and Eve lived in paradise with God, they daily chose to follow Him in obedience.

2. The Genesis Story: Adam and Eve disobeyed and were separated from God because of their sin. God’s command wasn’t about the forbidden tree; it was about who to trust.

3. A look ahead: God gave Moses the plans for the tabernacle, the law, the sacrificial system, and the promise of a Messiah fulfilled in the New Testament

Listen to Dr. Fleming explain the conversation the serpent had with Eve. God is good, and we can trust Him. He is always pursuing, promising, and providing for His people.

10-29-23 Biblical-Literacy

Mark continued with the study of Genesis and focused on the Garden of Eden as written in Genesis 2. Three points highlighted his discussion:

Story basics: Information and meaning. Genesis was written for us but to ancient Israel. Mark gave a review of the pagan culture of the world during Moses’ time. We don’t know the exact location of the Garden of Eden. Discover the sequential and synoptic views of creation. Realize that God doesn’t need us. We are the culmination of His handiwork.

Deeper textured: Contextual reading identifying the vision, purpose and mission: we aren’t gods; we aren’t animals; we are the temple of God.

New Testament Textures: Focuses on a personal relationship with God.

Points for home included: Human dignity, Equality, Work

10-22-23 Biblical-Literacy

Mark interviewed Dr. John Lennox, who not only shared about his loving wife and family but also the spiritual and encouraging influence of his Irish parents. Dr. Lennox, Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University, internationally renowned speaker and author of several books on the interface of science, philosophy and religion, shared how his life experiences: education, teaching and speaking opportunities, and his personal faith have shaped his growing relationship with God.

Listen to Mark’s interview with Dr. Lennox expound on the relationship between science and faith in God: they don’t compete.