just wanted to post some thoughts about this study as we come toward the end of genesis. the main textbook that i am using alongside the bible (old testament survey: the message, form, and background of the old testament, authors LaSor, Hubbard, and Bush...see complete bibliography in second post, resources for study) includes overview information about the pentateuch, some theological overview of the fall of man, and lots and lots of historical background-type info about what was going on in the world around the time of the patriarchs (referring to abraham, isaac, jacob, joseph...). so...i just want to clarify my focus (wanting so much to help and teach/because i know we all are in this to really know and understand His Word...). there are so very many resources...commentaries, study bibles...and so so much that could be studied and looked-into as the bible is read chapter by chapter. so far, i have not consulted a verse-by-verse commentary but a survey book/an overview book of the OT. i guess i just want to be clear about my plans so that i can provide an expectation. daily, i am asking God, please speak to me through Your Word. and then...writing. and as i posted a couple days ago, it has taken on a very devotional nature often. the reason i'm taking just a few minutes to clarify things this morning is because i really want it to be more than that (though i still highly value the life application and what He is teaching my heart. :) ). so...i wanted to let you know that though i am not taking these chapters apart verse-by-verse, i am hoping to provide understanding and overview and the big picture of scripture as it unfolds. following chapter 50 of genesis, i will summarize much of the historical info presented in my text and some significant theological concepts again as we read about God's interaction with His people as we begin to read exodus.
i will post thoughts about chapters 38-40 with tomorrow's chapters. love to all and happy weekend...:)
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