“I Know That My Redeemer Liveth” We all know the story of Job, but the book itself proves more challenging and complex than you remember. That said, it provides one of the most powerful wrestles with questions of loss and meaning in scripture. This portion of the episode includes: Initial reflections/comments on Job (including the… Continue Reading

“Happy Is the [One] That Findeth Wisdom” Wisdom Literature” represents ancient attempts to understand, describe and transmit secrets to living well (perhaps something like ancient self-help books?). This episode Introduces Wisdom literature Discusses the organization and themes of Proverbs Wrestles with the complex and complicated book Ecclesiastes Touches on categories of life that can lead to… Continue Reading

“Come to the House of the Lord” The assigned scriptures speak of temple and Law, but the underlying lesson is one of reform and resolution, making changes and becoming better. I suggest keeping the discussion points in mind as you read and prepare: What is proper worship? What does God really care about when it… Continue Reading

“He Took Up … the Mantle of Elijah” This is the first of three episodes I am covering minimally so that we can get ahead of schedule. This episode provides pointers on teaching this lesson and covers topics such as prophets and succession and miracles through the little things in life. Class Member Reading: 2 Kings… Continue Reading

“After the Fire a Still Small Voice” Dr. Sheldon Greaves continues discussing Elijah from a literary and historical perspective. Class Member Reading: 1 Kings 16:33; 17; 18; 19 Additional Reading: None Other Reading: None Recurring Donation: $5   $10   $25   $50 One Time Donation: $25      $50      $100  

“After the Fire a Still Small Voice” Dr. Sheldon Greaves teaches this lesson, which addresses topics such as revelation, divine intervention, and miracles in the context of Elijah’s ministry. Class Member Reading: 1 Kings 16:33; 17; 18; 19 Recurring Donation: $5   $10   $25   $50 One Time Donation: $25      $50      $100 Additional Reading: None Other… Continue Reading

The Influence of Wicked and Righteous Leaders As human beings, we are attuned to authority, and leaders can inspire us to do things we otherwise would not–for good and ill. This lesson uses the examples of kings of Israel and Judah to teach lessons on leadership. This section covers: II. Scholarship Cast of Characters Return… Continue Reading

The Influence of Wicked and Righteous Leaders As human beings, we are attuned to authority, and leaders can inspire us to do things we otherwise would not–for good and ill. This lesson uses the examples of kings of Israel and Judah to teach lessons on leadership. This section covers: Principles of leadership in the scriptures… Continue Reading

King Solomon: Man of Wisdom, Man of Foolishness Solomon is known as a “man of wisdom”, but if so, why did he make so many mistakes? This lesson explores Solomon and his gifts in historical context. This section covers: Return to the reading Solomon in history The temple Israelite religion Strengths and weaknesses; privilege and… Continue Reading

King Solomon: Man of Wisdom, Man of Foolishness Solomon is known as a “man of wisdom”, but if so, why did he make so many mistakes? This lesson explores Solomon and his gifts in historical context. This section covers: Our gifts Solomon: Man of wisdom Solomon: Man of foolishness The temple Recurring Donation: $5   $10 … Continue Reading