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The Beginning of Deliverance – Joseph – Genesis 37-50

Posted on February 13, 2023 by dkoop

As we conclude the book of Genesis, with the account of the line of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, we come to the fourth outstanding figure, Joseph.  More chapters are devoted to Joseph than to Abraham or Isaac or to anyone … Continue reading →

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The Beginning of Israel – Jacob – Genesis 25-36

Posted on February 8, 2023 by dkoop

Jacob’s life began with a struggle. As a twin in the womb with Esau, he jostled for position and was born grasping his brother’s heel. Jacob’s name is translated as “heel grabber or “he deceives” (Genesis 25:26). When his mother, Rebekah, … Continue reading →

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The Beginning of the Blessing – Abraham – Genesis 12-25

Posted on February 8, 2023 by dkoop

Aside from Moses, no Old Testament character is mentioned more in the New Testament than Abraham. James refers to Abraham as “God’s friend” (James 2:23), a title used of no one else in Scripture. Believers in all generations are called … Continue reading →

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Evidence of a Global Flood – Genesis 6-9

Posted on January 25, 2023 by dkoop

“I am about to cover the earth with a flood that will destroy every living thing that breathes.” Genesis 6:17 17 For forty days the floodwaters grew deeper…19 Finally, the water covered even the highest mountains on the earth, 20 rising more than twenty-two … Continue reading →

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