As Isaac comes of age, it is time to get a wife for him. Abraham sends his trusted servant Eleazar of Damascus to go to the families of Akkad to find a proper wife.

Again, this study of Abraham begins with St. Paul discussing the Promise of Abraham in his Epistle to the Galatians. It is imperative that we understand the Old Testament stories in the light of the teachings of the Apostles. In this episode Abraham is tested when he prepares to sacrifice Isaac. But God never desired the sacrifice of Isaac. Instead, he makes clear that it is his own son, Jesus, who is the sacrifice. Join Father Ed as he opens the Scriptures for us.

This episode deals with some tough question. Why would God choose such an old couple to start a new nation? Why would God destroy innocent women and children in Sodom and Gomorrah? What did Jesus have to say about Sodom and Gomorrah? This Bible study starts with Jesus discussing the concept that the righteous are blessed and the evil are punished. Then Father Ed applies the teaching of Jesus to this ancient story of Abraham.

This podcast begins with St. Paul's reflection on Abraham from his Epistle to the Galatians. Then Father Ed goes on to explain the great truths of the Abrahamic Covenant and how Jesus fulfilled that covenant in blood.

This Bible study begins the story of Abraham. Join Fr. Ed as he discusses the religious background of Abraham before he became the father of faith. Walk with Abraham as he journeys towards God and meets Melchizedek, the King of Righteousness and the Prince of Peace.

Brining to a close the pre-history section of Genesis, Fr. Ed discusses the flood of Noah. Did it happen? Why do so many cultures have similar stories? What does it mean to Christianity? Why was the ark the first symbol of Christianity? Join Fr. Ed as he explores this fascinating story and helps us understand its meaning in our lives.

This Bible study opens with Hebrews chapter 11. "By faith Abel brought God a better offering." Join Father Ed as he reflects on the tragedy of Cain and Abel when the second generation of humanity gives in to violence and murder. Listen as he deals with such questions as, "Where did Cain get his wife?" and "Why was Seth chosen for the lineage of the Messiah?"

This Bible study opens with St. Paul's discussion of the first Adam who brought sin into the world and the New Adam, Jesus Christ, who set the world free from sin. Adam's sin creates the need for redemption and so sets in motion God's plan of salvation. In many ways the story of Adam and Eve is the foundation, not just of Christianity, but of all religion everywhere, as it forms the outline of all religion. Man enjoyed a relationship with God. That relationship was severed by sin. That relationship must be restored. Join Father Ed as he explains how important a proper understanding of sin and the fall is to understanding our salvation through Christ.

This Bible study reflects on the meaning and impact of the creation story of Genesis Chapter 1. How can we best understand this story in light of recent scientific advancements? How does it relate to Saint John's prologue to his gospel? How does it reflect my relationship with Christ and the natural world? Join Father Ed as he discusses these very important topics.