1
Babel & the Nations: Why the World Looks Like This
34:47
2
Sleep Scripture: Promises in Genesis
29:23
3
Genesis for Real Life: Work, Anxiety, and Calling
38:02
4
Covenants 101: Why They Still Matter
47:26
5
Origins of Spiritual Warfare (Genesis 1–11)
51:06
6
Genesis in 7 Daily Devotions (Creation → Abraham)
28:57
7
How to Read Genesis (in 20 Minutes or Less)
28:16
8
Introduction to Covenants
48:12
9
Jesus in Genesis (Shadows of the Gospel)
28:14
10
Why Do We Argue About Genesis?
45:44
11
The Nature and Character of God in Genesis
28:00
Ancient Near Eastern Worldview 101
57:21
13
Who Wrote Genesis, and Can We Trust It?
34:49
14
The Bible’s Big Story (Creation → New Creation)
43:10
15
Why Genesis Still Matters Today
1:07:22

Ancient Near Eastern Worldview 101

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Genesis was written in a cultural context filled with competing creation stories. What makes it stand apart?
🕊️ Theme Summary
This episode compares Genesis with other ancient Near Eastern myths, showing how it uniquely reveals the one true God.
📖 Segmented Deep Dive
• Overview of major ANE creation stories (Enuma Elish, Gilgamesh).
• Key contrasts: polytheism vs. monotheism, chaos vs. order.
• The radical dignity of humanity in Genesis vs. other myths.
• The polemical role of Genesis against false gods.
✝️ Christ-Centered Layer
Genesis sets the stage for Christ, the true image of God, who brings order out of chaos and reveals the Creator fully.
🛐 Liturgical-Style Conclusion
Prayer of awe that God reveals Himself above every false god and story.
🧠 6 Discussion Questions
• What are the main differences between Genesis and other ANE creation stories?
• Why does Genesis present humanity with unique dignity?
• How does Genesis declare God’s sovereignty over creation?
• What role did Genesis play in correcting false worldviews?
• How does Jesus embody the order and truth Genesis points to?
• How does cultural context deepen our appreciation for Genesis?

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