Genesis: Foundation Book of the Bible

Episode 2

Authorship & Division of Genesis

This second lesson will examine the various theories about the authorship of Genesis and it's natural and imposed divisions.

Episode 3

The Foundational Verse of the Bible

In this lesson we will demonstrate how the very first verse of the Bible refutes the major philosophies that try to explain man's existence without reference to God.

Episode 4

Old Earth vs. Young Earth

In this lesson we will discuss the major arguments supporting the young Earth (6,000 to 10,000 yrs) vs. the Old Earth (Millions to Billions of years) age of the Earth.

Episode 5

The Gap Theory in Creationism

This lesson will begin a review of various alternative interpretations of the creation portion of the Book of Genesis.

Episode 6

The Day/Age Theory of Creation

In this section we will examine another attempt to harmonize the Evolution theory with the Creation story of the Bible.

Episode 7

Day #2 and #3

the lesson describes the creation of the "heavens" and the peculiar atmosphere that existed in the pre-flood era.

Episode 8

Day #3 and #4

We continue to examine the process of creation and the elements God brings into the day number 3 and 4.

Episode 9

Day #5

This lesson reviews God's creation activity on day number 5. this class also provides a quiz over the material covered so far.

Episode 10

The Creation of Man

This lesson examines the Divine Council and the similarities between the natures of God and Man.

Episode 11

God's Rest and Man's Creation

This lesson continues to describe in greater detail the creation of human beings as well as the nature of the "rest" God takes after His creative activity.

Episode 12

The Moral Choice

This lesson will examine how God created the impulse in man that is his will as well as his sense of need. (Genesis 2:8-20)

Episode 13

The Creation of Woman

In this section the writer of Genesis not only describes the unique creation of woman but also sets forth God's foundational principles for marriage and the family unit. (Genesis 2:21-25)

Episode 14

The First Appearance of Satan in the Bible

This lesson explains the first glimpse of Satan in the physical world and examines information about this spiritual being from various Bible writers. (Genesis 3:1)

Episode 15

Eve's 5 Mistakes

This lesson reviews the mistakes Eve made which led her to committing the first sin in human history. (Genesis 3:1-6)

Episode 16

The Judgment

After Adam and Eve's sin the Bible describes the judgement imposed on Satan, Eve and Adam. (Genesis 3:2-16)

Episode 17

Paradise Lost

In this lesson God describes the consequences of sin on Adam, Eve, and the creation. (Genesis 3:17-24)

Episode 18

Cain and Abel

This lesson explores the series of events leading up to the first murder. (Genesis 4:1-8)

Episode 19

The Punishment of Cain

This passage looks at the result of Cain's sin and the punishment meted out to him by God. (Genesis 4:9-24)

Episode 20

Seed of Promise

In this section of Genesis the author identifies and traces the lineage of those people who will eventually deliver the Seed of Promise to mankind. (Genesis 4:25-5:32)

Episode 21

The Times of Noah

This lesson looks at the condition of the antediluvian world that Noah lived in and examines the information the Bible gives us about this Old Testament Patriarch. (Genesis 6:1-13)

Episode 22

The Building of the Ark

This lesson contains many details concerning the dimensions and building of the Ark as well as its use as a "type" for the church. (Genesis 6:14-22)

Episode 23

Flood Details

In this lesson, we get a "close-up" view of the final preparations for the impending flood and physical details concerning the cause and destructive power of this cataclysmic event. (Genesis 7:1-24)

Episode 24

Affects of the Great Flood

The book of Genesis records the extent of the damage caused by the worldwide flood and the changes that resulted from this cataclysmic event. (Genesis 8:1-9:6)

Episode 25

The Rainbow Covenant

This lesson explains the promises made by God to Noah concerning the survival of his family and Noah's prophecy about the future of each of his sons and their descendants. (Genesis 9:7-29)

Episode 26

The Table and the Tower

Lesson #26 looks at two fascinating source events that explain the origins of all the different nations and languages in the world today. (Genesis 10:1-11:32)

Episode 27

Abraham: Father of a Nation

With the beginning of chapter 12, the book of Genesis focuses once again on one specific individual. This time the writers will detail the life of Abraham who was to become the father of the Jewish nation and how the Seed of Promise was kept alive through him. (Genesis 12:1-20)

Episode 28

Abraham and Lot

This lesson reviews the relationship between Abraham and his nephew Lot as well as the godly wisdom the family leader used to resolve a serious dispute. (Genesis 13:1-18)

Episode 29

Melchizedek: A 'Type' for Christ

This lesson introduces the fascinating figure of Melchizedek, one of the earliest types or previews for Christ in the Bible. (Genesis 14:1-24)

Episode 30

The Gospel in the Old Testament

In this section of Genesis God reveals the core principle of the Gospel to Abraham, salvation by a process of faith. (Genesis 15:1-21)

Episode 31

Sarai and Hagar's Conflict/Abram and Circumcision

This lesson looks a the very source of the Jewish/Arab conflict as well as the distinguishing mark given to Abraham and all his male descendants... circumcision. (Genesis 16:1-17:27)

Episode 32

Lot's Poor Choices

In this lesson, we see the very real consequences of Lot's choices concerning where he chose to live with his family after separating from Abraham. (Genesis 18:1-19:38)

Episode 33

The Source of Islam

In chapters 20 and 21 of Genesis, we read about Abraham's continued walk of faith and a description of the people who were the source for the religion of Islam. (Genesis 20:1-21:34)

Episode 34

Abraham's Test

This lesson leads to the climax of Abraham's journey of faith and describes the events surrounding Sarah's death. (Genesis 22:1-23:20)

Episode 35

Types in Genesis

This lesson reviews some important types or previews that are contained in Genesis and realized centuries later in the New Testament. (Genesis 24:1-67)

Episode 36

The Life of Esau and Jacob

After the death of Abraham, the promise is passed on to one of his sons but not without difficulty and division in his family. (Genesis 25:1-26:35)

Episode 37

The Battle for the Blessing

In this lesson, we will see the outcome of Jacob's deceit in obtaining Esau's blessing and how God's will is completed despite the manipulations of men. (Genesis 27:1-46)

Episode 38

Jacob's Family

In this section of Genesis, we learn how Jacob came to have two wives who would, in addition to their female slaves, bear the 12 sons of Jacob. (Genesis 28:1-30:24)

Episode 39

Jacob Leaves Laban

After 20 years of service, Jacob prepares for his departure from Laban by offering him a potentially lucrative proposal. (Genesis 30:25-31:55)

Episode 40

Jacob and Esau - Round 2

After gathering his wives and children and leaving Laban behind, Jacob faces the dangerous confrontation with his brother Esau who had vowed to kill him because of his deception in the matter of the blessing from Isaac. (Genesis 32:1-33:20)

Episode 41

On The Run Again

After a long period of silence Jacob's story picks up again as his sons cause trouble and we see Jacob in the familiar role of being on the run. (Genesis 34:1-36:43)

Episode 42

The Beginning of the End

This lesson begins the story of Joseph, Jacob's son with Rachel, who will become the bridge for the family's travel to and 400-year settlement in Egypt. (Genesis 37:1-36)

Episode 43

Judah and Tamar

The story of Jacob's family focuses in on one particular son, Judah, through whom the Messiah would eventually come, and examines his unusual relationship with his daughter-in-law Tamar. (Genesis 38:1-30)

Episode 44

Joseph's Story

After explaining Judah's connection to the coming Messiah, the Genesis writers finish their narrative with the telling of Joseph's story. (Genesis 39:1-40:23)

Episode 45

From Prison to Prince

After languishing in prison for several years Joseph is called upon to interpret Pharaoh's dreams and in doing so successfully is transformed from being a prisoner to becoming a prince of Egypt. (Genesis 41:1-57)

Episode 46

Confrontation

Joseph finally confronts his brothers who initially sold him into slavery. (Genesis 42:1-44:34)

Episode 47

Reunion and Reconciliation

After reuniting with his brothers after a separation of 20 years, Joseph lays a plan that will determine if a reconciliation will be possible. (Genesis 45:1-46:27)

Episode 48

Family Reunion

This lesson describes the final episode in Joseph's story where Jacob, Joseph and their families are reunited and settled in Egypt. (Genesis 46:27-48:22)

Episode 49

Jacob's Prophecies

At the end of his life, Jacob gives each of his sons a prophecy concerning their future. This event along with the death of both Jacob and Joseph will close out the Genesis record. (Genesis 49:11-50:26)

Episode 50

Final Summary

In this last lesson Mike will wrap up this long study by sharing three key lessons taught to us by Genesis.