1/19 Genesis 45 - The Difficult Path Towards Forgiveness & Reconciliation
Release Date: 01/19/2025
1/8 Genesis 9 - God's Covenant with Noah
Key Chapters of the Bible
One of the most amazing (and often overlooked) truths about God is that He graciously makes promises to all mankind. Today, we'll look at this key chapter and this key promise and see God's kind loving care for all people. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Circle every occurrence of the word “covenant” in Genesis 9:1-17. How many times does this word occur? What are the specific stipulations of this covenant? 2. In verse 1, what command did God give to Noah? How was this similar to the command He gave to Adam and Eve? What is the purpose of this command?...
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1/7 Genesis 8 - Waiting for the Lord
Key Chapters of the Bible
As we now turn to Genesis 8, we find Noah and his family still on the ark. In this episode, we'll think about what it would have been like to be on the ark for over a year, waiting for word from God. It wouldn't have been easy. And yet, as we look at Noah and his example, we find a man of faith who waited upon the Lord. Join us for our next study in the Key Chapters of God's Word! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. In Verse 1 God remembered Noah. How does the study explain what this phrase means? When we compare verse 1 with verse 15, how frequently did the study suggest the Lord...
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1/6 Genesis 7 - God's Protection & Provision
Key Chapters of the Bible
People have a lot of questions about Noah's Ark and the flood; they also have a lot of misunderstandings! Today in our study of Genesis 7, we'll address some of the most common questions and misunderstandings of the flood and see that the biblical account clearly is possible. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The study mentioned that Noah needed many decades to build the ark. Righteousness obeys over the long haul. Are there times when you obeyed God over a long period of time? Was that difficult? Why or why not? 2. How does a biblical...
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1/5 Genesis 6 - Murky Beginnings of the Flood
Key Chapters of the Bible
The Flood is one of the most well-known stories in the entire Bible; and yet thanks to children's books, there's a lot of confusion about the flood and what the Bible says actually happened. Join us today as we look into why God sent the flood and what Noah's preparations entailed. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Why is the account of the flood not a cute children’s story? What was the real point of the flood? 2. What do verses 1 to 4 show us about the kind of civilization mankind created? Why did this civilization need to be destroyed? 3. What does...
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1/4 Genesis 4*- The Way of Cain / The Way of the World
Key Chapters of the Bible
Genesis 4 gives us a challenging but important set of instruction regarding the kind of worship that God accepts. We'll look at the offering of Cain and Abel and see that there is a very real kind of worship that God is looking for. We'll also see, that Cain struggle for sincere worship was the overflow of a life out of fellowship with the Lord. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Circle every reference to the name “Cain.” Looking back over this chapter, how many times does his name occur? What does this tell us about who this chapter is ultimately about? 2....
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Genesis 3
Key Chapters of the Bible
Questions about evil and suffering are difficult for anyone; and yet the Bible does provide answers and today we'll look at the Fall of Man in Genesis 3, but specifically God's solution to Evil. The answers may surprise us! So, please join us in this foundational passage on why there is evil and suffering and what God is doing about it. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Draw a box around Genesis 3:15. This is one of the most important verses in the entire Bible. Why? What hope does this give to us? 2. Using different underlining methods (for example: a single...
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Genesis 2
Key Chapters of the Bible
As we continue in our study in the book of Genesis, we now move to Genesis 2, which gives us a closer, more intimate look at the creation of Adam and Eve. In this chapter, we find profound truths about who we are and God's purposes for our lives. And as we rest in God's purposes and design for mankind, we will find our ultimate fulfillment. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS1. Underline every place where the Lord lays out men’s and women’s purposes and tasks. How are they similar? How are they different? How might these similarities and differences be reflected in...
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1/1 Genesis 1* - Foundations for Life's Questions
Key Chapters of the Bible
Welcome to the 2026 Key Chapters of the Bible Podcast! Starting today, we're back in Genesis 1 for another run through God's Word together! Genesis 1 is one of the most important passages in the entire Bible. Here, we learn about God, His work in creation, His design for us, and we'll begin to answer the questions of "Who am I?", "Why am I here?" and "What does God want me to do with my life?" The answers are powerful and life-changing. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Read through Genesis 1 and underline the verses that are particularly meaningful to you. Why did...
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12/31 Revelation 22 - The End That's Really the Beginning
Key Chapters of the Bible
So, we have finally made it to the end of God's Word; which is really the beginning of our everlasting life with the Lord. Today, in this final episode of this year's study through God's Word, we'll look at what our life will be like as we are with God. This passage is powerful and inspiring and important for every person to know. So join us! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links:...
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12/30 Revelation 21 - When It's ALL New!
Key Chapters of the Bible
As we near the end of our study in the Book of Revelation, we now come to Revelation 21 which speaks of the New Heavens and Earth and the New Jerusalem. This passage has various points of symbolism, but we'll also see that these symbols are clearly rooted in the Old Testament promises. So join us as we start to wind down our year long study in the Key Chapters of the Bible. Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or...
info_outlinePeople will hurt us, that's a fact of life. The question is, how do we respond? Even more challenging is the question of how to find true forgiveness and reconciliation when that hurt runs deep. Join us today in our study of Genesis 40-45 and learn from Joseph's example of forgiveness and reconciliation.
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
Geneiss 45 1. What events in Joseph’s life led up to these chapters? How did Joseph respond to them? Where did his ability to respond this way come from? Does your walk with the Lord reflect similar strength? Why or why not?
2. What do you think of how Joseph responded when he first re-met his brothers? How might you have responded if you saw your brothers for the first time, decades after they sold you into slavery?
3. The study explained that forgiveness is when we do not require a person to repay a debt. What debt did Joseph’s brothers owe Joseph? Have you ever received this kind of forgiveness? Have you ever extended this kind of forgiveness?
4. The study made a distinction between forgiveness and reconciliation. How are they different? How is this distinction helpful when working through complex and painful issues between us and someone else?
5. How is Genesis 40-45 an example of the difficult work that goes into forgiveness and reconciliation? Why does Joseph have his brothers go through all these different tests? How did their responses demonstrate a true heart change in their lives?
6. Joseph’s brothers failed many of his tests, yet Joseph kept seeking reconciliation with them. Would you have been willing to put this much effort into it? Have you tried this hard to reconcile with someone? How did it go?
7. How did Joseph respond when he saw the heart change of his brothers? How did this move them down the path toward true forgiveness and reconciliation?
8. What spiritual principles can we learn and apply from Genesis 45:5 and Genesis 50:19? How might these two verses relate to our lives when we face difficulty and adversity?
9. What was the outcome (short-term and long-range) of Joseph and his brothers being able to work through these issues and coming to a place of true forgiveness and reconciliation? How do we still enjoy the benefit of their reconciliation?
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