In this, the final part of my series on the story of the family of Abraham, I discuss what relevance it might have for us today.
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Tag: Benjamin
The Family of Abraham: Part 39—The Testament of Jacob
I discuss Genesis 49 and Israel’s prophetic statements concerning his twelve tribes.
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David and Jonathan
What’s the significance of David and Jonathan’s friendship? Is there something more significant in terms of redemptive history or biblical theology that warrants it being highlighted so frequently and with such strong terms?
The Family of Abraham: Part 35—Joseph Reveals Himself to His Brothers
I discuss Genesis 45, as Joseph reveals himself to his brothers and Jacob discovers that his son is alive.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 34—Judah Intercedes for Benjamin
Joseph’s missing silver cup having been found in the possession of Benjamin, Judah intercedes for him to Joseph.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 33—Returning to Egypt with Benjamin
Genesis 43: Joseph’s brothers return to Egypt with Benjamin.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 32—The Brothers Go Down to Egypt
Today, I discuss Genesis 42 and Joseph’s brothers’ first journey down to Egypt.
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Theopolis Podcast: Resurrection in the Story of Joseph
On this episode of the Theopolis podcast, both Peter Leithart and James Jordan are away, so I discuss themes of resurrection in the story of Joseph by myself.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 26—Edom
Today, I discuss Genesis 36 and Edom as Israel’s twin.
The Family of Abraham: Part 25—Three Deaths, a Birth, and a Rebellion
Today, I discuss Genesis 35, as Jacob journeys southward in stages from Shechem to Hebron. This passage is punctuated by the deaths of Deborah, Rachel, and Isaac, the birth of Benjamin, and the rebellion of Reuben.
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