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Episode 1: What in the Word?
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July 8, 2026
Episode 34: Genesis Chapter 25 - The Covenant and the Choice
Family drama. A despised birthright. An unfailing promise. As we say goodbye to Abraham, we are introduced to the next generation of the covenant family. Once again, the genealogies in Scripture point us toward the fulfillment of God's promises in Jesus. Two new characters step onto the stage—Jacob and Esau—and their arrival brings with it one of the Bible's most challenging doctrines: predestination. Join Melissa in this episode as we explore both God's sovereign choice and humanity's responsibility, discovering how even our failures cannot thwart God's plan of redemption.
June 25, 2026
Episode 33: Genesis Chapters 23 and 24 - A Burial and a Bride
The time has come to say goodbye to Sarah. In this episode, we see how Abraham's lament and faith are not at odds with one another but are companions that walk hand in hand. As Abraham grieves the loss of his wife, his trust in Yahweh is once again put to the test. He has come a long way on his journey of faith, and his search for a bride for Isaac reveals just how deeply he believes God's promises. In this episode, we see the depth of Abraham's trust, the breadth of God's faithfulness, and a love story that reaches beyond these pages and into every aching heart.
June 11, 2026
Episode 32: Genesis Chapter 22 - The Altar and the Answer
What happens when God asks the unthinkable?The story of God asking Abraham to sacrifice Isaac has sparked centuries of questions, doubts, and disbelief. Do we really want a God who would ask such a thing?Difficult passages like this invite us to dig deeper rather than turn away. As we wrestle with Genesis 22, we're confronted with an important question: Would Yahweh truly require this of His people?Join us in today's episode as we explore this story within its cultural setting and within the larger story of Scripture. As the pieces come together, we'll discover that Genesis 22 is not ultimately a story about a demanding God, but about a faithful God who provides. And we'll see that the God who meets Abraham on the mountain is indeed worthy of our trust, our faith, and our worship.
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