Bible Book Club - Susan Merrill & Heather Rubio

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Genesis 15-16: The Bad Idea Conception and Covenant #2 Jul 05, 2021

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Abraham's journey is a rollercoaster of trust and doubt. In chapters 15 and 16, Abraham is blessed with a covenant from God but he still experiences doubt and tries to have a child his own way. Get on the ride as Susan and Heather take you on Abraham's rollercoaster.
Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

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This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

Genesis 14: The Mysterious Melchizedek + Abraham's Victory Jun 28, 2021

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What story would be complete without a battle? Chapter 14 brings us Abram's first battle and quite the rescue mission. This chapter has many confusing names as we see 9 kings battling each other for territory over an important trade route. Don't let the names get to you-- Heather will read them and Susan will break it all down for us.
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Genesis 13: Abraham and Lot Jun 21, 2021

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Ever took a trip that had lost-lasting effects? Abraham could relate.
Abraham's detour to Egypt had quite a few consequences. Heather and Susan review them and the rest of Chapter 13 in this episode!
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Genesis 12: Abraham's Call, Test, and Wife Lie #1 Jun 14, 2021

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Genesis 12 starts the second half of Genesis. The first 11 chapters covered primeval history and were about God and the World. Chapters 12-50 cover the patriarchal history, which is about God and Abraham's family.
Who doesn't love a good family story? Let's see what God has planned for Abraham.
Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

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Genesis 11: The Tower of Babel Jun 07, 2021

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Genesis 11 describes the Tower of Babel of the Babylonians. Listen as we uncover the purpose for the Tower and what remains of it today. Don't miss out as Susan points out how this attempt of the Babylonians to elevate their name provided a great contrast to Jesus, "the temple" in the New Testament.
Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

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Genesis 9-10: The Table of Nations May 31, 2021

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We are back on dry land and now we get a glimpse into Noah's family--especially his three sons: Ham, Shem, and Japheth. Listen in on Heather's reading of Chapter 9 and 10--the chapters where 3 sons become 70 nations.
Psst! This week we also get the pleasure of Buck the editor's thoughts on the fertile crescent.
Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

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Genesis 8-9: Noah and the Colorful Covenant May 24, 2021

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Trips make an impact on us, for better or worse and the year on the ark is no different. In these chapters, we see the aftermath of the Ark. After such a big year for Noah's family, God provides direction to Noah through a sweet covenant.
Settle in for Chapter 8 and part of 9.
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Genesis 7-8: The Epic Flood May 17, 2021

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Even if you don't know the Bible, most people know the story of Noah and the flood. If you grew up in church, you probably remember the cute children's story that focused on the animals making their way into the Ark. In today's episode, Susan and Heather walk through the details of the rather epic tragedy of the ark--with no kid glasses on.
Settle in for Chapter 7 and part of 8.
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Genesis 6: Nephilim, Noah, and the Judgment May 10, 2021

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From Murder (Genesis 4) to Hope through a new line (Genesis 5) to the mysterious Nephilim (Genesis 6), Genesis provides it all. Susan and Heather provide 3 explanations for who 'Nephilim' could be in this episode. I wonder, where will you land?
But that's not all. From there, we get introduced to Noah, a hero with an Ark. Settle in with us as well ride the wave that is Genesis 6.
Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

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Genesis 5: From Adam to Enoch to a Son Who Saves in Generation 10 May 03, 2021

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Moving on from the murder last week, in Genesis 5, God provides hope through the new line of Seth. If you usually skip genealogies you will want to stay tuned. Susan and Heather become quite the historians this week as they get up close and personal with all ten generations from Adam to Noah. Be ready for Bible benders galore because there is a lot more to this genealogy than a list of names!
Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for all the visual learners out there.

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