Story of the Bible

The class begins a series exploring the entire Bible, focusing on Genesis 1:1 to discuss God's creation and His plan for humanity. It emphasizes the themes of God's mercy, the fall of man, and the promise of salvation through Christ.

Passages: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:27, Genesis 3:1-7

The class explores the themes of mercy and judgment in Genesis, emphasizing God's care and protection through the imagery of a hen gathering her chicks and cherubim guarding the way to the tree of life. It highlights the continuity of God's merciful nature from Genesis to Christ's teachings.

Passages: Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 3:24, Isaiah 40:11, Matthew 23:37

The class explores the symbolism of the ark in Genesis, connecting Noah's ark to Christ as a means of salvation. It also delves into Joseph's burial and the Ark of the Covenant, emphasizing the covenants and promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob as foundational to biblical history.

Passages: Genesis 50:26, Exodus 14:13-14, Hebrews 9:4, Galatians 3:8

The class explores the chronology and symbolism in Genesis, focusing on the flood as a baptism and judgment, and emphasizes the importance of faith and abiding in Christ as the ark of salvation. It also discusses the intermingling of believers with the world and the warning of the coming judgment.

Passages: Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 6:1-8, Genesis 7:1-24, Genesis 8:1-19, Genesis 12:1-9, 1 Peter 3:20-21

The class reviews the story of the Bible from Genesis to the flood, emphasizing the battle between good and evil, God's judgment, and the importance of faith. It also discusses the covenants and promises made to Abraham.

Passages: Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 6:1-4, Genesis 7:1-24, Genesis 11:1-9

The class covers Genesis 12, focusing on Abraham's call and the beginning of God's covenant with him. It emphasizes the significance of Abraham's journey and the themes of faith, salvation, and the fulfillment of God's promises.

Passages: Genesis 12:1-9, Genesis 11:30, Genesis 12:10

The class explores the twelfth chapter of Genesis, focusing on God's covenant with Abraham and the promise of a son through whom the nations would be blessed. It emphasizes the importance of faith in God's promises and the sacrificial system pointing to Christ's atonement.

Passages: Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 9:17-16

The class explores the covenants of promise made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, emphasizing their importance in the plan of salvation. It discusses how these covenants relate to the promise of eternal life and the role of Christ in fulfilling them.

Passages: Genesis 12:2, Ephesians 2:12, Galatians 3:8, Galatians 3:16, Galatians 3:29

The class covers the biblical narrative from Genesis to Revelation, emphasizing the covenants of promise made with Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and David. It highlights the importance of faith in fulfilling these promises and the role of key figures like Moses and Daniel.

Passages: Genesis 12:1-3, Exodus 3:7-10, 2 Samuel 7:16, Daniel 2:27-45

The class discusses Genesis 14, focusing on Abraham's rescue of Lot and the broader themes of divine protection and covenant promises. It also explores Ezekiel's prophecy about Israel's future regathering and the role of modern Israel in end-times events.

Passages: Genesis 14:1-17, Ezekiel 38, Zechariah 14

The class explores the biblical figure of Melchizedek, emphasizing his role as a type of Christ and the implications for the priesthood and atonement. The discussion delves into Genesis 14 and Hebrews 7, highlighting Melchizedek's unique characteristics and their theological significance.

Passages: Genesis 14:18, Hebrews 7:3

The class discusses the Melchizedek priesthood, emphasizing Jesus Christ as the ultimate priest and our righteousness. It covers the necessity of righteousness for peace and the role of Christ's sacrifice in achieving righteousness.

Passages: Hebrews 7:1-3, Romans 5:1, Genesis 14:18, Psalm 110:4

The class discusses Abraham's journey to Egypt during a famine, highlighting his and Sarah's weaknesses and the birth of Ishmael. It also explores the allegorical meaning of Isaac and Ishmael, representing those who accept and reject Christ, respectively.

Passages: Genesis 12:10-20, Genesis 16:1-16, Galatians 4:22-31

The class explores Abraham's faith and obedience in offering Isaac as a burnt offering, drawing parallels to Christ's sacrifice and resurrection. It emphasizes the typological significance of Isaac and the importance of faith in God's promises.

Passages: Genesis 22:1-14

The class explores the 24th chapter of Genesis, focusing on Abraham's servant Eliezer's mission to find a wife for Isaac. It emphasizes the typological significance of Isaac and Rebekah's marriage as a symbol of Christ and his bride, highlighting God's guidance and the importance of faithfulness.

Passages: Genesis 24:1-20, Genesis 24:46-60, Ephesians 5:25-31, Revelation 19:7-9

The class discusses the life of Isaac, focusing on his role as the man of the well and his spiritual significance. It also covers the birthright transaction between Esau and Jacob, emphasizing the importance of faith and spiritual inheritance.

Passages: Genesis 25:1-2, Genesis 25:29-34

The class covers Jacob's conniving to obtain Isaac's blessing, emphasizing the consequences of unbelief and trickery. It highlights the contrast between Jacob and Esau, illustrating the themes of faith and obedience versus deceit and sin.

Passages: Genesis 27:1-45

The class explores Genesis 29, focusing on Jacob's journey and his encounter with Laban and Rachel. It emphasizes the principle of reaping what one sows, highlighting Jacob's past actions and their consequences, and underscores the importance of relying on God rather than one's own strength.

Passages: Genesis 29:1-31

The class covers Jacob's journey back to Bethel after 20 years with Laban, emphasizing God's guidance and Jacob's perseverance despite trials. It also draws parallels between biblical events and current Middle Eastern conflicts, highlighting the impending return of Christ.

Passages: Genesis 31:1-35, Genesis 32:1-21, Zechariah 14:1-5

The class covers Jacob's journey from Laban's house to his encounter with Esau, emphasizing Jacob's growth in faith and perseverance. Jacob's past deceit and Laban's deceit are contrasted with his eventual reliance on God, highlighting the importance of trusting in divine providence.

Passages: Genesis 31:36-55, Genesis 32:1-23

The class explores Genesis 33-35, emphasizing the importance of living by faith and obeying God's commands. It highlights Jacob's journey and the lessons for believers today, stressing the need to use God's guidance and mercy in daily life.

Passages: Genesis 33, Genesis 34, Genesis 35

The class explores Jacob's journey to Bethel, focusing on his altar-building and the significance of his actions as a symbol of faith and sacrifice. It also addresses the consequences of Jacob's family's actions and emphasizes the importance of faith and forgiveness in Christian growth.

Passages: Genesis 33:19, Genesis 34, Genesis 35:1

The class explores Genesis 36 and 37, focusing on the genealogies of Esau and Jacob, and the typology of Joseph as a precursor to Christ. It emphasizes the themes of divine restoration and judgment, highlighting parallels between Joseph's life and Christ's.

Passages: Genesis 36, Genesis 37:1-28

The class covers Joseph's story, emphasizing parallels between Joseph's life and Christ's, focusing on Joseph's faithfulness and the consequences of deceit. It also discusses Judah's actions and the theme of reaping what one sows, linking these to spiritual lessons on temptation and sacrifice.

Passages: Genesis 37:29-31, Genesis 38:14-23, Genesis 39:1-2

The class covers Joseph's experiences in Egypt, emphasizing his faithfulness and perseverance despite adversity. It highlights how Joseph's actions brought God's favor and prosperity, illustrating the importance of trusting God in difficult circumstances.

Passages: Genesis 39:1-23, Genesis 40:1-23

The class covers Joseph's time in prison and his eventual rise to power in Egypt, emphasizing the importance of not forgetting those who have helped us and the role of God in our lives. It highlights Joseph's perseverance and God's grace in preparing Joseph for his future role.

Passages: Genesis 40:23, Genesis 41:14, Psalm 106:7, Ephesians 4:30

The class covers Joseph's rise to power in Egypt, emphasizing his resurrection symbolism and Christ's role as the Savior of the world. It also discusses Joseph's marriage to Asenath and the parallels with Christ's bride, and highlights Joseph's 30-year-old age when he begins his ministry, mirroring Christ's age at the start of His ministry.

Passages: Genesis 41:45-46, Genesis 42:1-2