Listen "After Abraham - Tracing the Promise Through Time"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textIn Episode 3 of Understanding the Light, we pick up where Abraham's journey left off and follow the unfolding story of God's convenant people through Jesus. This episode connects key biblical events to the real-world timeline by examining archaeological, cultural, and textual discoveries that affirm the historical credibility of the Old Testament. The evidence reveals surprising consistency between the biblical record and the ancient world.You'll discover:- Evidence of nomadic tribes in Canaan during the time of the patriarchs- Clues that point to Joseph's rise to power in Egypt - including Semitic presence in the Nile Delta- How early Egyptian history aligns with the Bible's account of famine, foreign rulers, and social unrest- A look at the transition from Genesis to Exodus, and how archaeology supports the Israelites' presence in Egypt before their dramatic exit.This is the part of the Bible where the promise made to Abraham starts to take root in history - and the evidence shows it wasn't just spiritual metaphor. It was real."I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and will give them all these lands, and through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed." - Genesis 26:4The following were referenced in this episode:- https://understandingthelight.weebly.com/blog/is-the-bible-accurate-part-23- Lee Strobel, The Case for ChristIf this episode encouraged you or sparked your curiosity, be sure to subscribe so you don't miss upcoming deep dives into Genesis, the Flood, the Exodus, and more - with scientific and archaeological insight every step of the way.
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