March 25, 2025

Genesis Series Highlights - Part 4

58 minutes

Welcome to the fourth installment of the Genesis Series Highlights, where we dive deep into the book of Genesis, exploring its rich narratives and profound teachings. This podcast is taken from a live stream where we read through Genesis and study it as we go, offering insightful commentary and thoughtful reflections.

In this episode, we cover a variety of topics, including:

Intro to Genesis Series: Setting the stage for our journey through Genesis.

Tend and Keep the Garden - Genesis 2:15: Understanding the significance of tending and keeping the Garden of Eden.

Of Which Trees Shall We Eat - Genesis 2:16: Delving into the choices presented to Adam and Eve.

LXX uses 'God' and 'Lord God' Interchangeably. Masoretic Doesn't: Examining the differences in translations and their implications.

Is the LXX More Accurate: Discussing the accuracy of the Septuagint compared to the Masoretic text.

The Cross is an Inversion of The Garden of Eden: Exploring the theological connections between the Garden of Eden and the Cross.

Ezekiel 18 - The Soul The Sins Shall Die: Reflecting on the teachings of Ezekiel and their relevance to Genesis.

The Just Shall Live By Faith: Understanding the concept of faith in the context of Genesis.

You were Dead in Your Sins - Ephesians 2:1: Connecting the teachings of Ephesians to the narratives in Genesis.

The Prodigal Son: Drawing parallels between the story of the Prodigal Son and the themes in Genesis.

We Passed From Death to Life - 1 John 3:14: Exploring the transition from death to life as depicted in Genesis.

The Dead HAS Heard the Voice of God - John 5:25: Reflecting on the significance of hearing God's voice.

Identifying with Christ - Colossians 3:1-2: Understanding our identity in Christ through the lens of Genesis.

Ishmael vs Isaac: Comparing the stories of Ishmael and Isaac and their implications.

In the Day You Eat of It You Shall Surely Die: Discussing the consequences of Adam and Eve's choices.

Hab 2:4 - Just Shall Live by Faith: Examining the teachings of Habakkuk and their relevance to Genesis.

Why I Believe This is Spiritual Life/Death - Summary of Reasons: Summarizing the reasons for interpreting life and death in Genesis as spiritual concepts.

Modern Figures of Speech for 'Day': Exploring contemporary interpretations of the term 'day' in Genesis.

Literal Death Doesn't Work in Eden: Discussing the challenges of interpreting death literally in the context of Eden.

Genesis 2:18 - Not good for man to be alone: Reflecting on the importance of companionship as depicted in Genesis.

Genesis 2:19 - Adam named the animals: Understanding the significance of Adam naming the animals.

God Gave Man Dominion: Exploring the concept of dominion and its implications in Genesis.

Original Sin: Discussing the doctrine of original sin and its relevance to Genesis.

Genesis 2:24-25 Marriage and Both Naked: Reflecting on the themes of marriage and nakedness in Genesis.

Jesus Said Listen to the Pharisees: Examining Jesus' teachings and their connection to Genesis.

Historical Jesus: Understanding the historical context of Jesus' teachings and their relevance to Genesis.

James is Against Paul (at least in its common interpretation): Discussing the perceived conflict between James and Paul and its implications for Genesis.

Join us as we continue our journey through Genesis, uncovering its timeless wisdom and profound truths. Whether you're a seasoned scholar or a curious newcomer, this podcast offers something for everyone. Tune in and be inspired by the rich tapestry of Genesis!

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