Episode 1: Introduction – What’s in the Bible? A First-Timer’s JourneyDaily Readings

Genesis 1:1–2:25
Matthew 1:1–2:12
Psalms 1:1–6
Proverbs 1:1–6

In this episode, I introduce myself and explain why I’m starting this podcast. I’ll share my approach to reading the Bible, why I’m using The One Year Bible, and how I’ll be reflecting on Scripture as I go.

For Day 1, I read the first chapters of Genesis, Matthew, Psalms, and Proverbs. Along the way, I had several questions—some theological, some historical, and some that simply made me pause and think. Below, you'll find a list of the resources I referenced to dig deeper into today’s readings.

• The Bible Project – "Genesis 1-11 Overview" (bibleproject.com)
• Blue Letter Bible – Hebrew Word Studies & Interlinear Bible (blueletterbible.org)
• Got Questions – "What Does It Mean That God Created the Heavens and the Earth?" (gotquestions.org)
• Enduring Word Commentary – Genesis 1 (enduringword.com)
• Dr. Michael Heiser – The Unseen Realm (Book & Podcast) (drmsh.com)

• NIV Study Bible Notes (biblegateway.com)
• Got Questions – "Why Is the Genealogy of Jesus Important?" (gotquestions.org)
• Enduring Word Commentary – Matthew 1 (enduringword.com)
• Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (Zondervan)
• Jewish Virtual Library – Genealogies in Ancient Israel (jewishvirtuallibrary.org)

• Enduring Word Commentary – Psalm 1 (enduringword.com)
• Blue Letter Bible – Hebrew Definitions for ‘Blessed’ and ‘Wicked’ (blueletterbible.org)
• Got Questions – "What Does It Mean to Delight in the Law of the Lord?" (gotquestions.org)
• Spurgeon’s Treasury of David (Commentary on the Psalms)

• Got Questions – "What is the Purpose of Proverbs?" (gotquestions.org)
• Enduring Word Commentary – Proverbs 1 (enduringword.com)
• The Moody Bible Commentary – Proverbs Overview
• Blue Letter Bible – Hebrew Word Study for ‘Wisdom’ and ‘Instruction’
• BibleProject – "Wisdom Literature Overview" (bibleproject.com)

If today’s reading sparked any thoughts or questions, I encourage you to take time to reflect, journal, and pray about what stood out to you.

Join me tomorrow as we continue our journey through The One Year Bible. Until then, remember—every journey starts with a single step. See you tomorrow for the next one.

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Music: Fly by All the Good Folks

Episode Summary

Genesis 1:1–2:25 – The Creation Account & Early Humanity

Matthew 1:1–2:12 – The Genealogy & Birth of Jesus

Psalms 1:1-6 – The Way of the Righteous & The Wicked

Proverbs 1:1-6 – The Purpose of Wisdom & Instruction