The History of the Bible

Up till this point in the journey from Egypt, Moses had been leading the Israelites through the Lord’s direction. However, not everyone was excited about it. Yes, challenges came from others in the tribes, but one wouldn’t think it to come from within the family. For Moses though, it did.    To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us...

The journey has begun! The Israelites have made it to the point where they are ready to travel to the Promised Land! However, it doesn’t take much for the people to complain and wish that they were once again back in slavery in Egypt.  To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has impacted you or someone you kn...

The other Tribes within Israel were numbered for the day of battle. However, the Levites were left out. They were not allowed to go up for battle with their brothers. Instead they were given an altogether different responsibility. Hosting the presence of God!  To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has impac...

The tribes of Israel were led by chiefs, who were surrounded by elders. All of these men were under the leadership of Moses. This would make up the leadership for Israel. Although the Israelite tribes were not founded on these men, in reality the foundation that made up society was family. However, the nuclear family could be broken down even more into marriage. Marriage between one man and one wo...

When we think of a “tribal society” often we tend to think that it’s a primitive one. However, that isn’t always the case. The nation of Israel was a tribal society and they were far from being a primitive society as we’ll come to find out. So what did society look like for the Israelites then?    To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 )....

The amount of the Israelites that came out of the Land of Egypt and entered the Promised land is very much debated! Although there isn’t a definite answer to the number, there are a couple of different thoughts on the final count of men prepared for war.  To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has impacted y...

The book of Numbers is a historical book that follows the journey of the Israelites from Mount Sinai to the border of the promised land. However, because of their disobedience, they were not allowed to enter the promised land. Instead, a whole generation would die off walking around in the wilderness.  Welcome to the History of the Bible! To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link...

God knew that the Israelites wouldn’t keep the law and commandments perfectly. Therefore, as He wraps up the covenant with the Israelites, He reminds them of the consequences of following and not following the law. But God isn’t out to destroy them for not obeying. He gives phases in which God disciplines the Israelites so that they would come back to the path of following Him. Just like any good...

The agreement between God and the Israelites is not all about rules, God does want them to enjoy themselves as well! That is God set up regular rhythms of rest, celebration, and remembrance through the Sabbath and multiple feasts throughout the year!    Welcome to the History of the Bible!]   To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let u...

God wanted to have such a deep relationship with the Israelites. It was God that pursued them and brought them out of the land of Egypt. But to keep that relationship with God, the Israelites need to step into obedience so that they could walk in that deeper relationship... Yes, that obedience included the removal of child Sacrifice!    To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link (...

Laws that were given to the Israelites so that they remained clean and to prevent disease, were only implemented around 100 years ago as common practices for public and personal hygiene. Laws were given on what could and could not be eaten. As well as who, and yes what, was allowed to have a relationship with.   To give feedback on The History of the Bible click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzURe...

Now that the sacrifices were set up in Israel, it was time to set the positions of those that would oversee them. This position wasn’t just about killing an animal, offering some incense, and we’re good for the day. Rather, it was very important that the priest not only represent God correctly but as we’ll see, that they treated God as holy. Welcome to the History of the Bible! To give feedback on...

God wasn’t just looking for the Israelites to just kill a bunch of animals for the sake of killing them. And the Israelites didn’t have to do the offerings to earn God’s favor. He wanted to have a relationship with them and He pursued the Israelites.    To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has impa...

Many believe that the book of Leviticus was all about a bunch of rules to do or to not do in life. But there’s so much more to it than just that. This is a book about calling a nation to be Holy, as God is holy Himself. Setting them apart from the rest of the nations.   To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this...

It couldn’t have been more than 6 weeks later, after the awe-inspiring interaction between God and the Israelites. Yet, they are making themselves an image of a calf to lead them to the Promised Land!  Welcome to the History of the Bible!   To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has impacted you or s...

Imagine being in the middle of a journey to the land that had been promised to your ancestors for hundreds of years, when all of a sudden God gives you the instruction manual to assemble a tent… But this isn’t just a regular tent and its furnishings, but the Tabernacle. The place where God would live among His people, just like the times of old in the Garden of Eden.  To give feedback on The Histo...

The laws of God were given to the people of Israel to call them out to be a separate and holy nation. One that would show the glory of God to the rest of the nations. At the same time, these laws give a background to the lives of the Israelites, as their whole society was built off of these laws.    To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLu...

Slavery has been around long before Moses and the Israelites began their journey from Egypt into the Promised Land. However, God would take it and begin to use it for the good of the people. Does that mean that God was for slavery?   To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has impacted you or someone...

Out came from the midst of thunder, lightning, fire, and smoke, the earth-shaking, came the voice of God. He would then give the Ten Commandments to the people in Israel. This would be the beginning of making the covenant between God and the Israelites.    To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has i...

Today there is a mountain named Mount Sinai on the Arabian Peninsula. But is that the same mountain that the Israelites went to after being redeemed from Egypt by God? Or could it have been another mountain altogether that the Lord showed Himself to the Israelites?   To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this po...

Once the Israelites made it across the water in one piece, they then faced the challenges of the desert. From starvation to other nations attacking them. And it was only the beginning of their problems!   To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcast has impacted you or someone you know click the link ( htt...

The matter of Moses and the Israelites crossing the Red Sea is a subject that is still debated and talked about today. Not only because of the incredible power that the Lord brought them out of Egypt with, but because of how it could have been done, and where it could have happened. As well as what Sea could the Bible be talking about?    Welcome to the History of the Bible Podcast!   To give feed...

The time has finally come! Although the Israelites had to leave in a hurry, they didn’t go empty-handed. The Egyptians would give away much gold and silver just to get the Israelites out of the land. And in remembrance, the Lord would implement the Passover, which was to be celebrated from generation to generation.    To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://fo...

The Battle continues between the gods and goddess of Egypt and the God of Israel. But the Egyptians’ deities will not be able to come close to being stronger than Israel’s God, and eventually the Egyptian priest will not be able to stand before Moses and Aaron    To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us know how this podcas...

As the plagues continue, the king of Egypt continues to harden his own heart. Even after each of his gods and goddesses are shown up in power by the God of Israel. Yet, the magicians would eventually recognize that they were out matched and tried to warn the king, but to no avail.    To give feedback on The History of the Bible Podcast click the link ( https://forms.gle/AtzUReJ8gLuFYPaP8 ). Let us...