4/20 Job 3 - Real Suffering and Poor Counsel
Key Chapters of the Bible
When we’re faced with real suffering, where do we go for answers? Today we’ll study Job 3 and see that Job was suffering deeply and although his friends tried to counsel him, their words didn’t contain God's wisdom but man's. We’ll continue to lay the foundation for how to seek the Lord in the midst of real suffering and deep questions. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Who were Job’s friends that arrived at the end of chapter 2? 2. What did they do when they saw Job in verse 12? According to the podcast, why did they wait seven days before speaking? Can you imagine yourself waiting...
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4/19 Job 2 - Satan's Limitations
Key Chapters of the Bible
People sometimes talk about Satan as if he had unlimited power. Today we'll look at Job 2 and see that there are clear limits to what Satan can do. Job 2 presents us with many questions, join us as we seek to answer many of them! 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: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from ....
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4/18 Job 1 - Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?
Key Chapters of the Bible
One of the most common questions that people ask is, "Why do bad things happen to good people?" Or perhaps more broadly, "Why does evil exist in this world?" Today, we'll unpack Job 1 and begin to see that although we may not understand the reasons why some things happen, we do know that there ARE reasons. We just need to trust God. So, join us as we start a new book in our series on the Key Chapters of the Bible as we unpack Job chapter 1! 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...
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4/17 Nehemiah 8 - A Blueprint for Preaching Today
Key Chapters of the Bible
What is the reason why we "do" church the way we do? Today we'll study Nehemiah 8 and see the basis for our modern worship services. Join us for another important study in the Key Chapters of God's Word! 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: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded...
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4/16 Nehemiah 1 and 2 - Rebuilding After God's Judgment
Key Chapters of the Bible
Today, we turn to Nehemiah and watch God begin the work of rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls through an unlikely leader. From a cupbearer in Persia to a man burdened for his people, Nehemiah responds with prayer, bold faith, and decisive action. Join us as we’re reminded that God uses ordinary people who trust Him and when He is at work, nothing can stop His plans. 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...
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4/15 Ezra 9 and 10 - Ezra's Revival
Key Chapters of the Bible
What is the reason why we "do" church the way we do? Today we'll study Ezra 9 & 10 and see the basis for our modern worship services. Join us for another important study in the Key Chapters of God's Word! 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: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being...
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4/14 Ezra 3 - The Temple Foundation is Placed
Key Chapters of the Bible
How do you rebuild after failure? Where do you begin? Today in Ezra 3, we see the people return from exile and get to work rebuilding the temple,the walls, and the altar to restore worship. Join us as we see the importance of putting God first in everything—and how He works even in slow progress and imperfect circumstances. 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: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: ....
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4/13 Ezra 1 - The Unfolding of God's Work
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What does it look like when God begins to restore His people after judgment? How does He actually bring that about? Today, we begin the book of Ezra and see how God moves nations, leaders, and even generations of people to accomplish His plan of restoration. 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: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100...
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4/12 2 Chronicles 23 - The Hidden King
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Can God use one person to save His people? Absolutely! Today we'll study 2nd Chronicles 23 and discuss how a brave woman saved Joash and ultimately saved the Davidic line of the kings. 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: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast...
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4/11 2 Chronicles 18 - Deceptive Prophets
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Should we ever listen to a fortune teller or false prophet? Today we'll study 2nd Chronicles 18 and see that Ahab found out the hard way, that the answer is always "No!" 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: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from ....
info_outlineThe birth of Isaac was the fulfillment of a 25 years wait for Abraham and Sarah; and yet, this fulfillment of God's promises sets up several other key events in the Bible. So join us as we continue to explore God's Word and how its message fits together and even applies to our lives today!
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. What miracle happens in Genesis 21? Why does this miracle help us understand the message of Genesis 22 when God calls Abraham to offer up Isaac?
2. What were God’s promises to Abraham in the preceding chapters and why was the birth of Isaac a necessary step in bringing about the fulfillment of those promises?
3. How was this miracle fulfilled in both Abraham’s and Sarah’s life? How old were they at the time of Isaac’s birth?
4. How long did it take between God’s first promises to Abraham back in Genesis 12 and their fulfillment here in chapter 21? How do you think Abraham and Sarah felt during that time? What kinds of things do you think they were telling themselves as they waited for the Lord to fulfill His promises? How might you have been working through such a long delay?
5. Back in Genesis 16, Abraham had a son with Hagar named Ishmael. How was Ishmael’s conception different than Isaac’s? What importance does that difference have in the identity and role of the children of Israel?
6. What was Sarah’s response to Ishmael’s mocking in verse 10? What was the impact of her response on Hagar and Ishmael’s life? How old did the study suggest that Ishmael was? Why would this be different than Abraham abandoning a child?
7. After Hagar and Ishmael leave Abraham’s household, the Lord visits her in her distress. The study explained part of the comfort and encouragement the Lord gave to her was by clarifying what resources and solutions were within her reach. What were they? How can this help us in our own prayers when we cry out to the Lord in our own times of distress?
8. The study mentioned that as people grew in their understanding of God, it changed how they referred to Him. Melchizedek called upon God as “El Elyon” meaning “God most High” in Genesis 14:19. Hagar called upon God as “El Roi” meaning “the God who sees” in Genesis 16:13. Abraham calls upon Him as “El Olam” meaning “The Everlasting God” here in Genesis 21. Which of these names has the most significance to you and why?
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