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A chapter a week for the next 31 weeks. Bible study at church. DVD accompaniment.

Most things I'm understanding so far.

Why was Cain's offering not good enough for God?

My two biggest things that I need to pray and work on are relating things to my life/the present day (couple questions in the back of the book ask) and pronunciation.
Sep 18, 2019 07:18AM
The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV

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James Cooper
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One thing in chapter 4 that has me perplexed is when Moses and Aaron are performing miracles they are considered miracles. However, when Pharaoh's people perform the same miracles, they are considered evil, magic, and a form of sorcery.

Can the Israelites be grateful they are no longer enslaved? It appears that they are losing faith and complaing a lot.
Oct 02, 2019 09:03AM
The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV


James Cooper
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At first I thought, poor Joseph. Then he became of prominence in Egypt after being sold into slavery by his brothers. Joseph is not 100% innocent as he does plot twice against them.
I was surprised the book asked this: Why does God allow hurtful things to happen to people? My short answer: There is a bigger picture and God sees this. Things that are hurtful now in time help teach us and makes us stronger.
Sep 30, 2019 09:23AM
The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV


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