Epic (Part 1): The Storyline of the BibleSample
The story of the tower of Babel tells us why we have so many languages today. It is also another example of how humanity rebels against God. The time, energy, and building materials they put into building the tower could have been put to so much better use but they use them to make themselves like God, just as Adam and Eve had desired. The genealogy at the end of the chapter introduces us to Abram’s family, setting things up for the story of Abram in the chapters that follow.
Many people try to get to God using their own methods like doing good things or participating in religious rituals. Titus 3:4-5 says, “When God our Savior revealed His kindness and love, He saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of His mercy.” When we try to get to God our way, it’s more than just prideful self-sufficiency. It’s a rejection of God’s mercy. We need to trust in God’s mercy to take care of the sin that closes the door between us and God.
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About this Plan
This is part one of a four-part plan to read the books of the Bible that tell of the historical events. Although the Bible contains many stories, it is one epic story of God’s interactions with humanity. One day per week can be used to catch up on missed readings or for reflection. Notes are also included to assist with understanding.
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