When the work of God in creation was complete, the world was “very good. But as we can all surmise things presently are “not good. Something has happened to the wonderful start. How could a loving and Holy God permit a world filled with hatred, crime, war, pollution, selfishness, corruption, and evil of all kinds to … Read more
V 1-2: The word “knew” is used to indicate not only sexual intimacy, but unity. It is important to retain the Hebrew, because the Hebrew shows that Eve believed she was giving birth to the redeemer promised in Genesis 3:15 it should be translated: “I have gotten a man: Jehovah.” The Jerusalem Targum, an Aramaic interpretive translation of the Hebrew Text, … Read more
1:31-2:4 – These verses conclude chapter one and would well have been served to remain with it. We should know that the chapter and verses were added long after the various Books of the Bible were written. After the creation God declared that it was very good. V. 1 makes reference to the word “host” this word … Read more
1:31-2:4 – These verses conclude chapter one and would well have been served to remain with it. We should know that the chapter and verses were added long after the various Books of the Bible were written. After the creation God declared that it was very good. V. 1 makes reference to the word “host” this word … Read more
These notes on Genesis and for that matter all the notes on this website, were created as a basis for Bible studies that I have led in homes and in businesses. They are not exhaustive but served to help me as I taught. In my classes I would expand on these notes and answer questions … Read more
Genesis 46:1-4 – Jacob had reservations about leaving the land that was promised to him by God. (Gen. 35:12). Likely sensing the hand of God in all that had unfolded Jacob began his journey. He had no word not to go and it seemed that this was the right thing to do. He traveled from Hebron to Egypt and … Read more
Genesis 36:1-5 This section looks into the genealogy of Esau. Esau is also called Edom which refers to his headship over the nation of Edom. Esau and Edom are identified as one in Obad 1:8. The name comes from the event of Esau selling his birthright to Jacob for the “red stew” that Jacob had prepared … Read more
Genesis 32:1-2 – As an indication of God’s approval and blessing upon Jacob he sends his angels to appear to him. When Jacob was fleeing Esau, God sent these angels to appear to him at Bethel (Gen. 28:12). God does this for Jacob to remind him that He is his protector and shield and to reassure him as … Read more
Genesis 31:1-3 – The sons of Laban became more and more vexed that Jacob continued to prosper. What was thought to be a shrewd deal on their father’s part was now becoming a disaster in their eyes. Their flocks were not reproducing as well now that Jacob was not in charge, and Jacob’s were multiplying. They blamed their losses … Read more
Genesis 30:1-2 – Rachel who was forced to wait to marry her husband because of her father and Laban’s conspiracy now has to deal with the humiliation of not being able to have children. It would be disappointing enough just to be barren but imagine the agony as you begin to see the love of your … Read more
This book will help you to trace the source of Jewish and Christian faith through the Land, the people, and the Scriptures. Presented with “you are there” imagery enriched with Old Testament prophecy and New Testament fulfillment. It will help you to understand the unity between Old and New Covenants.
Where Jesus Walked is an excellent travel companion for a trip to Israel, personal devotions, Bible studies, or as a background for the history and events in the life of Yeshua.
The Scripture references uniquely correlate Old Testament prophecy from 500 to 3500 years before the birth of Yeshua with New Covenant fulfillment. Full-color locator maps help readers understand the geographic context of the events. Over 100 full-page photographs place you at the sites where the events occurred and help to visualize what took place.
Fascinating personal portraits of 24 people who walked with Yeshua complete the story of the New Covenant and provide historical background to the people in His earthly life. Including the Apostles, Mary, Martha, Mary Magdalene, Herod, and others.