A Journey Through the Old Testament Castos https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com A 26-hour presentation designed to give you a scope and understanding of the chronology and important events of the Old Testament, which is the foundation for understanding the New Testament. As such, the teachings are full of practical keys to Christian living today. Genesis through Malachi is the same training manual that shaped the life of our Lord Jesus Christ. Much biblical geography, customs, culture and history is set forth as many biblical characters come to life in this dynamic teaching. Fri, 10 Dec 2021 18:22:00 +0000 en-us © 2025 Spirit & Truth Fellowship International A 26-hour presentation designed to give you a scope and understanding of the chronology and important events of the Old Testament, which is the foundation for understanding the New Testament. As such, the teachings are full of practical keys to Christian living today. Genesis through Malachi is the same training manual that shaped the life of our Lord Jesus Christ. Much biblical geography, customs, culture and history is set forth as many biblical characters come to life in this dynamic teaching. Spirit & Truth episodic A 26-hour presentation designed to give you a scope and understanding of the chronology and important events of the Old Testament, which is the foundation for understanding the New Testament. As such, the teachings are full of practical keys to Christian living today. Genesis through Malachi is the same training manual that shaped the life of our Lord Jesus Christ. Much biblical geography, customs, culture and history is set forth as many biblical characters come to life in this dynamic teaching. Spirit & Truth Fellowship International admin@stfi.org false https://feeds.castos.com/jj9ox yes <![CDATA[Session 26 - The Power of God vs. Religion]]> Fri, 10 Dec 2021 18:22:00 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/podcasts/26191/episodes/session-26-the-power-of-god-vs-religion https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-26-the-power-of-god-vs-religion In this session, we see how Samuel grew and served under the high priest Eli. But Eli was weak, his sons were corrupt, and the people were not taught how to obey God. Still, the Lord worked with Samuel, who became well-respected for his godliness. Although Samuel did teach Israel how to live by God’s Law, they rejected God and requested a king to rule over them.   

Verses: 1 Sam. 3:8-21; 4:1-22; 5:1-12 

Teacher: John Schoenheit 

]]> false In this session, we see how Samuel grew and served under the high priest Eli. But Eli was weak, his sons were corrupt, and the people were not taught how to obey God. Still, the Lord worked with Samuel, who became well-respected for his godliness. Although Samuel did teach Israel how to live by God’s Law, they rejected God and requested a king to rule over them.   

Verses: 1 Sam. 3:8-21; 4:1-22; 5:1-12 

Teacher: John Schoenheit 

]]> 00:28:50 <![CDATA[Session 48 - The Kingdom of God: Paradise Regained, The Future Kingdom, Conclusion]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:57:38 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452618 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-48-the-kingdom-of-god-paradise-regained-the-future-kingdom-conclusion journey through the Old TestamentJesus Christ is the redeemer promised to Eve in the Book of Genesis, who would buy back all that was lost in the Garden of Eden. This final session recaps how the promised Messiah was spoken of throughout the Old Testament, and also provides a glimpse of the details of the future kingdom spoken of in the scriptures, over which Christ will reign.    Verses: Gen. 2:7-8; 3:23-24; 3:15  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentJesus Christ is the redeemer promised to Eve in the Book of Genesis, who would buy back all that was lost in the Garden of Eden. This final session recaps how the promised Messiah was spoken of throughout the Old Testament, and also provides a glimpse of the details of the future kingdom spoken of in the scriptures, over which Christ will reign.    Verses: Gen. 2:7-8; 3:23-24; 3:15  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:28 <![CDATA[Session 47 - Malachi: The Last Prophecy of Christ]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:57:11 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/848570 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-47-malachi-the-last-prophecy-of-christ journey through the Old TestamentSession 47 opens with a brief explanation of the Christian group responsible for the production of this seminar, and why it is vitally important for everyone to engage in personal study and application of Scripture. Then, there is a look at the last prophet in the Old Testament. Malachi answered questions that were being asked about God and assured his audience that the promised Messiah would indeed come.  Verses: 1 Cor. 10:1-4; Mal. 1:1-14; 2:1-17; 3:1-17; 4:1-6  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 47 opens with a brief explanation of the Christian group responsible for the production of this seminar, and why it is vitally important for everyone to engage in personal study and application of Scripture. Then, there is a look at the last prophet in the Old Testament. Malachi answered questions that were being asked about God and assured his audience that the promised Messiah would indeed come.  Verses: 1 Cor. 10:1-4; Mal. 1:1-14; 2:1-17; 3:1-17; 4:1-6  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:29:09 <![CDATA[Session 46 - The Christ Line Preserved]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:56:41 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452617 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-46-the-christ-line-preserved journey through the Old TestamentContinuing in the Book of Esther, Haman, second in command of the kingdom, persuaded the king to decree that all Jews should be destroyed, which would have eliminated the Christline. But Esther’s cousin, Mordecai, convinced her to petition the king, risking her life on behalf of her people. Because of her brave and wise action, the Jews were spared from destruction. The Christline was preserved.  Verses: Esther 3:3-15; 4:1-17; 5:1-14; 6:1-14; 7:1-10; 8:1-17; 9:1-32; 10:1-3  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentContinuing in the Book of Esther, Haman, second in command of the kingdom, persuaded the king to decree that all Jews should be destroyed, which would have eliminated the Christline. But Esther’s cousin, Mordecai, convinced her to petition the king, risking her life on behalf of her people. Because of her brave and wise action, the Jews were spared from destruction. The Christline was preserved.  Verses: Esther 3:3-15; 4:1-17; 5:1-14; 6:1-14; 7:1-10; 8:1-17; 9:1-32; 10:1-3  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:29:36 <![CDATA[Session 45 - Esther: A True Woman of God]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:55:51 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452616 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-45-esther-a-true-woman-of-god journey through the Old TestamentThe beloved Book of Esther is the record of an orphaned girl among the Jewish captives in the Persian capital Susa who became the emperor’s queen. Esther, who had been raised by her cousin Mordecai, was beautiful, intelligent, and wise. Esther and Mordecai together faced the king’s decree, which was prompted by Haman, to destroy all the Jews in the kingdom.  Verses: Esther 1:1-22; 2:1-23; 3:1-2  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentThe beloved Book of Esther is the record of an orphaned girl among the Jewish captives in the Persian capital Susa who became the emperor’s queen. Esther, who had been raised by her cousin Mordecai, was beautiful, intelligent, and wise. Esther and Mordecai together faced the king’s decree, which was prompted by Haman, to destroy all the Jews in the kingdom.  Verses: Esther 1:1-22; 2:1-23; 3:1-2  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:12 <![CDATA[Session 44 - Because He Trusted His God]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:54:48 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452615 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-44-because-he-trusted-his-god journey through the Old TestamentAs the top ranking official in Babylon when Cyrus entered the city, Daniel would have told him of the prophecy in scripture concerning his reign. Cyrus decreed that the Jews be allowed to return to Jerusalem and provided for the rebuilding of the Temple. After its completion, Ezra arrived, followed by Nehemiah, who led the rebuilding of the wall of the city. Daniel remained in Babylon serving Cyrus.  Verses: Ezra 1:1-8; 6:15; 7:1-10; Neh. 1:1-11; 2:1-5; Dan. 6:1-28  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentAs the top ranking official in Babylon when Cyrus entered the city, Daniel would have told him of the prophecy in scripture concerning his reign. Cyrus decreed that the Jews be allowed to return to Jerusalem and provided for the rebuilding of the Temple. After its completion, Ezra arrived, followed by Nehemiah, who led the rebuilding of the wall of the city. Daniel remained in Babylon serving Cyrus.  Verses: Ezra 1:1-8; 6:15; 7:1-10; Neh. 1:1-11; 2:1-5; Dan. 6:1-28  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:28 <![CDATA[Session 43 - Daniel: A Faithful Man]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:54:12 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452614 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-43-daniel-a-faithful-man journey through the Old TestamentWhen King Belshazzar, son of Nebuchadnezzar, hosted a drunken party, a hand appeared writing a message on the wall. Daniel, by this time old and nearly forgotten, was summoned to interpret the writing. He did so, and was promoted to third rank in the kingdom, where he remained when the kingdom was conquered by Cyrus of Persia. Cyrus had been prophesied about in detail and by name 200 years prior.  Verses: Dan. 5:1-31; Isa. 44:24-28; 45:1-6, 13-14  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentWhen King Belshazzar, son of Nebuchadnezzar, hosted a drunken party, a hand appeared writing a message on the wall. Daniel, by this time old and nearly forgotten, was summoned to interpret the writing. He did so, and was promoted to third rank in the kingdom, where he remained when the kingdom was conquered by Cyrus of Persia. Cyrus had been prophesied about in detail and by name 200 years prior.  Verses: Dan. 5:1-31; Isa. 44:24-28; 45:1-6, 13-14  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:16 <![CDATA[Session 42 - The God We Serve is Able to Save Us]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:53:06 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/472565 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-42-the-god-we-serve-is-able-to-save-us journey through the Old TestamentWhen Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to worship the golden image created by Nebuchadnezzar, officials reported them to the king. The penalty was death. But they were miraculously rescued, which brought glory to God, and they continued to serve the king alongside Daniel. King Nebuchadnezzar later became insane and lost his kingdom, but regained both when he humbled himself before God, giving honor and praise to the King of heaven.  Verses: Matt.2:1-12; Dan. 3:1-30; 4:1-37  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentWhen Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to worship the golden image created by Nebuchadnezzar, officials reported them to the king. The penalty was death. But they were miraculously rescued, which brought glory to God, and they continued to serve the king alongside Daniel. King Nebuchadnezzar later became insane and lost his kingdom, but regained both when he humbled himself before God, giving honor and praise to the King of heaven.  Verses: Matt.2:1-12; Dan. 3:1-30; 4:1-37  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:25:59 <![CDATA[Session 41 - Daniel: From Captivity to Command]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:52:39 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452613 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-41-daniel-from-captivity-to-command journey through the Old TestamentSession 41 begins with the account of Nebuchadnezzar carrying some of the children of Jerusalem’s nobility away to Babylon so he can train them to serve in his court. Among them is Daniel, who is determined not to eat food offered to idols. He persists in asking for a simple alternative for himself and his companions. Over time, they earn recognition as standouts in the king’s court.  Verses: Dan. 1:1-27; 2:1-49  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 41 begins with the account of Nebuchadnezzar carrying some of the children of Jerusalem’s nobility away to Babylon so he can train them to serve in his court. Among them is Daniel, who is determined not to eat food offered to idols. He persists in asking for a simple alternative for himself and his companions. Over time, they earn recognition as standouts in the king’s court.  Verses: Dan. 1:1-27; 2:1-49  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:30:07 <![CDATA[Session 40 - Some Prophets and Some Kings]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:51:48 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/472566 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-40-some-prophets-and-some-kings journey through the Old TestamentSession 40 examines the vivid imagery employed by God to warn His people of the coming destruction of Jerusalem, and the death or captivity of its inhabitants. A series of kings, their councilors, and most of the people refuse to believe and repent. The result that follows is wave after wave of conquest, with talented and capable people being carried off to Babylon, until eventually only the poorest in the land remain.  Verses: Matt. 1:11-12; Jer. 22:18-19; 36:1-32; 39:11-18; 2 Kings 24:1-20; 25:1-10, 27-30; Ezek. 4:1-17; 5:1-4  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 40 examines the vivid imagery employed by God to warn His people of the coming destruction of Jerusalem, and the death or captivity of its inhabitants. A series of kings, their councilors, and most of the people refuse to believe and repent. The result that follows is wave after wave of conquest, with talented and capable people being carried off to Babylon, until eventually only the poorest in the land remain.  Verses: Matt. 1:11-12; Jer. 22:18-19; 36:1-32; 39:11-18; 2 Kings 24:1-20; 25:1-10, 27-30; Ezek. 4:1-17; 5:1-4  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:27:57 <![CDATA[Session 39 - Profiting from the Prophets]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:51:23 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452612 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-39-profiting-from-the-prophets journey through the Old TestamentSession 39 transitions from the historical records to the prophetic books of the Old Testament. Although not appearing chronologically in the Bible, these books add much information referencing kings, historical events, and other prophets. They also contain many prophecies of future events, revealing that some prophecies have multiple fulfillments, and many prophecies have yet to be fulfilled.  Verses: Isa. 1:1; 7:1-17; Hosea 1:1; 11:1-5; Amos 1:1; Mic. 1:1; 2 Kings 16:1-9; 23:31-37; 24:1; Matt. 1:22; 2:14-15; Jer. 25:1, 11-13; Dan. 1:1-2    Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 39 transitions from the historical records to the prophetic books of the Old Testament. Although not appearing chronologically in the Bible, these books add much information referencing kings, historical events, and other prophets. They also contain many prophecies of future events, revealing that some prophecies have multiple fulfillments, and many prophecies have yet to be fulfilled.  Verses: Isa. 1:1; 7:1-17; Hosea 1:1; 11:1-5; Amos 1:1; Mic. 1:1; 2 Kings 16:1-9; 23:31-37; 24:1; Matt. 1:22; 2:14-15; Jer. 25:1, 11-13; Dan. 1:1-2    Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:27:39 <![CDATA[Session 38 - Jonah Gets the Job Done]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:50:49 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/472567 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-38-jonah-gets-the-job-done journey through the Old TestamentContinuing with the study of Jonah, Session 38 demonstrates the fulfillment of Ahijah’s 200-year-old prophecy, how that led to the origins of the Samaritans, and why they were detested by the Jews. Jonah beautifully expresses the hope of Old Testament believers as he realizes he is about to die. He then learns not to fight against God but to obey.  Verses: Jonah 2:1-10; 3:1-10; 4:1-11; 2 Kings 17:1-7, 21-34; John 4:9  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentContinuing with the study of Jonah, Session 38 demonstrates the fulfillment of Ahijah’s 200-year-old prophecy, how that led to the origins of the Samaritans, and why they were detested by the Jews. Jonah beautifully expresses the hope of Old Testament believers as he realizes he is about to die. He then learns not to fight against God but to obey.  Verses: Jonah 2:1-10; 3:1-10; 4:1-11; 2 Kings 17:1-7, 21-34; John 4:9  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:28 <![CDATA[Session 37 - Jonah: A Type of Christ]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:50:19 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452610 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-37-jonah-a-type-of-christ journey through the Old TestamentThe Book of Jonah, although short, contains many important lessons. Session 37 showcases the use of research materials to pinpoint when Jonah lived, the extent of his travels, and why he ran away from God. The record of Jonah also illustrates the difference between obedience from a pure heart and ineffective religious rituals.  Verses: 2 Kings 14:23-25; Jonah 1:1-17; 1 Kings 14:14-16; Matt. 12:38-41; Luke 11:29-30  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentThe Book of Jonah, although short, contains many important lessons. Session 37 showcases the use of research materials to pinpoint when Jonah lived, the extent of his travels, and why he ran away from God. The record of Jonah also illustrates the difference between obedience from a pure heart and ineffective religious rituals.  Verses: 2 Kings 14:23-25; Jonah 1:1-17; 1 Kings 14:14-16; Matt. 12:38-41; Luke 11:29-30  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:27:33 <![CDATA[Session 36 - The Highlights of the Kings Period, Chronology of the Kings of Judah and Israel]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:49:42 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452609 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-36-the-highlights-of-the-kings-period-chronology-of-the-kings-of-judah-and-israel journey through the Old TestamentSession 36 spotlights the overlapping records in Kings and Chronicles, showing the importance of reading multiple records to get a complete view of each king’s reign. With this type of study, the attitudes and beliefs common to that part of the ancient world become more apparent to modern western readers.   Verses: 1 Kings 13:2; 14:19-20; 20:23; Eccles. 12:11-12; 2 Kings 5:1-19; 21:1-18; 22:8-20; 23:1-28; 2 Chron. 33:1-20; 34:1-7  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 36 spotlights the overlapping records in Kings and Chronicles, showing the importance of reading multiple records to get a complete view of each king’s reign. With this type of study, the attitudes and beliefs common to that part of the ancient world become more apparent to modern western readers.   Verses: 1 Kings 13:2; 14:19-20; 20:23; Eccles. 12:11-12; 2 Kings 5:1-19; 21:1-18; 22:8-20; 23:1-28; 2 Chron. 33:1-20; 34:1-7  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:41:22 <![CDATA[Session 35 - The Split of the Kingdom]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:49:08 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452608 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-35-the-split-of-the-kingdom journey through the Old TestamentSession 35 describes the Lord’s telling Solomon He would rip the kingdom from him. After Solomon’s death, Jeroboam established his own kingdom in the 10 northern tribes, referred to in scripture as Israel. He established his own dynasty, calendar, and pagan religion. Jeroboam’s sin becomes a byword in Israel. The Levites left the northern kingdom and joined with Jerusalem in Judah, the southern kingdom.  Verses: 1 Kings 11:26-40; 12:1-33; 13:1-6; 14:1-20; 22:51-53; Judg. 18:29-30; 2 Chron. 11:13-17  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 35 describes the Lord’s telling Solomon He would rip the kingdom from him. After Solomon’s death, Jeroboam established his own kingdom in the 10 northern tribes, referred to in scripture as Israel. He established his own dynasty, calendar, and pagan religion. Jeroboam’s sin becomes a byword in Israel. The Levites left the northern kingdom and joined with Jerusalem in Judah, the southern kingdom.  Verses: 1 Kings 11:26-40; 12:1-33; 13:1-6; 14:1-20; 22:51-53; Judg. 18:29-30; 2 Chron. 11:13-17  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:41:15 <![CDATA[Session 34 - Solomon: Turning His Back on God]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:48:22 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452607 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-34-solomon-turning-his-back-on-god journey through the Old TestamentSession 34 details specific instructions from the Law of Moses that Solomon ignored. Solomon spent 7 years building the Temple, then 13 years building his own palace. While accumulating huge wealth for himself, he heavily taxed the people, forced them to provide unpaid labor, and gave away part of the Promised Land. Finally, he built temples to pagan gods on the mountain overlooking Jerusalem and the Temple of Yahweh.  Verses: 1 Kings 7:1, 7-8; 9:1-15; 10:1-29; 11:1-13, 41, 43; 2 Chron. 9:12; Deut. 17:16-20  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 34 details specific instructions from the Law of Moses that Solomon ignored. Solomon spent 7 years building the Temple, then 13 years building his own palace. While accumulating huge wealth for himself, he heavily taxed the people, forced them to provide unpaid labor, and gave away part of the Promised Land. Finally, he built temples to pagan gods on the mountain overlooking Jerusalem and the Temple of Yahweh.  Verses: 1 Kings 7:1, 7-8; 9:1-15; 10:1-29; 11:1-13, 41, 43; 2 Chron. 9:12; Deut. 17:16-20  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:16 <![CDATA[Session 33 - Solomon: A Sad Story]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:47:41 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452606 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-33-solomon-a-sad-story journey through the Old TestamentSession 33 describes a promising start for Solomon as he ruled with the wisdom God had blessed him with. He built the Temple and dedicated it with a magnificent festival. The glory of the Lord filled the house. But subsequently, Solomon ignored Scripture, leaning instead on his personal strengths. He married foreign wives who turned his heart from Yahweh, even to the end that he built altars to pagan gods on the mountain overlooking Jerusalem.  Verses: 1 Kings 2:10-12, 46; 3:1-28; 4:1, 7, 20-34; 5:13-18; 6:1, 7, 37-38; 2 Chron. 5:1-14; 7:1-10  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 33 describes a promising start for Solomon as he ruled with the wisdom God had blessed him with. He built the Temple and dedicated it with a magnificent festival. The glory of the Lord filled the house. But subsequently, Solomon ignored Scripture, leaning instead on his personal strengths. He married foreign wives who turned his heart from Yahweh, even to the end that he built altars to pagan gods on the mountain overlooking Jerusalem.  Verses: 1 Kings 2:10-12, 46; 3:1-28; 4:1, 7, 20-34; 5:13-18; 6:1, 7, 37-38; 2 Chron. 5:1-14; 7:1-10  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:03 <![CDATA[Session 32 - David: The Faithfulness of God]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:26:26 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/483706 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-32-david-the-faithfulness-of-god journey through the Old TestamentAlthough David sinned, he always repented and then got on with living for God. In disobedience to the Law, he numbered the fighting men of Israel, and 70,000 people died as a result. David repented and offered a sacrifice, which was accepted with fire from heaven. Following God’s instructions, he began acquiring materials for the Temple and writing down detailed plans for his successor, Solomon, to follow.  Verses: 2 Sam. 12:15-25; Ps. 51:1-19; 1 Chron. 21:1-30; 22:5; 23:1, 24-32; 28:11-19; 29:14-30  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentAlthough David sinned, he always repented and then got on with living for God. In disobedience to the Law, he numbered the fighting men of Israel, and 70,000 people died as a result. David repented and offered a sacrifice, which was accepted with fire from heaven. Following God’s instructions, he began acquiring materials for the Temple and writing down detailed plans for his successor, Solomon, to follow.  Verses: 2 Sam. 12:15-25; Ps. 51:1-19; 1 Chron. 21:1-30; 22:5; 23:1, 24-32; 28:11-19; 29:14-30  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:55 <![CDATA[Session 31 - David: Coming to Grips with Sin]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:26:00 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452555 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-31-david-coming-to-grips-with-sin journey through the Old TestamentSession 31 studies the record of David expanding his kingdom and making Jerusalem his capital city. He is humbled and deeply moved when God reveals that the Messiah will come through him. Despite his strengths, David succumbed to weakness, committing adultery and murder. When confronted, David made no excuses but admitted his sin. He received God’s forgiveness, but Nathan the prophet told David there would be consequences to his household.  Verses:  2 Sam. 5:1-7; 7:1-29; 10:1-7; 11:1-27; 12:1-14; Exod. 22:1  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 31 studies the record of David expanding his kingdom and making Jerusalem his capital city. He is humbled and deeply moved when God reveals that the Messiah will come through him. Despite his strengths, David succumbed to weakness, committing adultery and murder. When confronted, David made no excuses but admitted his sin. He received God’s forgiveness, but Nathan the prophet told David there would be consequences to his household.  Verses:  2 Sam. 5:1-7; 7:1-29; 10:1-7; 11:1-27; 12:1-14; Exod. 22:1  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:35 <![CDATA[Session 30 - The End of Saul]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:25:30 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/848262 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-30-the-end-of-saul journey through the Old TestamentSession 30 explores how David strengthened himself to be successful in the many challenges he faced. In the midst of that, Saul continued on the road down and consulted a medium rather than God on the eve of battle. He and three of his sons died the following day. A two-year civil war erupted between David and Saul’s remaining son, Ish-bosheth. When Ish-bosheth was murdered, David became the undisputed king of Israel.  Verses: Acts 2:22-31; Heb. 12:2-3; 1 Sam. 28:1-19; 30:1-6; 31:1-13; 1 Chron. 10:13; 2 Sam. 2:1-4, 8-10; 3:1  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 30 explores how David strengthened himself to be successful in the many challenges he faced. In the midst of that, Saul continued on the road down and consulted a medium rather than God on the eve of battle. He and three of his sons died the following day. A two-year civil war erupted between David and Saul’s remaining son, Ish-bosheth. When Ish-bosheth was murdered, David became the undisputed king of Israel.  Verses: Acts 2:22-31; Heb. 12:2-3; 1 Sam. 28:1-19; 30:1-6; 31:1-13; 1 Chron. 10:13; 2 Sam. 2:1-4, 8-10; 3:1  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:10 <![CDATA[Session 29 - Saul and David: A Difference in Heart]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:25:01 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452553 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-29-saul-and-david-a-difference-in-heart journey through the Old TestamentSession 29 vividly contrasts the heart of Saul with the heart of David. Saul went from bad to worse and did not repent from sin. David also made mistakes and sinned, but admitted his error, sought God’s forgiveness, and did what he could to make amends. Many Israelites who were in distress joined David and looked to him for leadership.      Verses: 1 Sam. 18:1-30; 19:1; 20:30-34; 21:1-5; 22:1-23  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 29 vividly contrasts the heart of Saul with the heart of David. Saul went from bad to worse and did not repent from sin. David also made mistakes and sinned, but admitted his error, sought God’s forgiveness, and did what he could to make amends. Many Israelites who were in distress joined David and looked to him for leadership.      Verses: 1 Sam. 18:1-30; 19:1; 20:30-34; 21:1-5; 22:1-23  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:43 <![CDATA[Session 28 - Saul, a Study in Human Nature]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:24:30 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452552 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-28-saul-a-study-in-human-nature journey through the Old TestamentThe effects of one’s surroundings on their spiritual life are clearly demonstrated in Session 28. Saul continued to be full of pride and would not admit his mistakes. Samuel confronted Saul and told him that his kingdom would not continue. The Lord then sent Samuel to anoint David, who became Saul’s harp player and armor bearer. When David slayed Goliath, Jonathan was heartened by David’s audacious trust in God.     Verses: 1 Sam. 15:1-36; 16:1-23; 17:11, 47; 18:1-4; 1 Cor. 15:33-34  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentThe effects of one’s surroundings on their spiritual life are clearly demonstrated in Session 28. Saul continued to be full of pride and would not admit his mistakes. Samuel confronted Saul and told him that his kingdom would not continue. The Lord then sent Samuel to anoint David, who became Saul’s harp player and armor bearer. When David slayed Goliath, Jonathan was heartened by David’s audacious trust in God.     Verses: 1 Sam. 15:1-36; 16:1-23; 17:11, 47; 18:1-4; 1 Cor. 15:33-34  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:38 <![CDATA[Session 27 - Whether by Many or by Few]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:23:57 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452551 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-27-whether-by-many-or-by-few journey through the Old TestamentIn this session, we see Israel get their king when Samuel anoints Saul. Although he was impressive to look at, Saul’s moral and spiritual stature did not match his physical height. He was hesitant before his enemies and arrogant before God. His son Jonathan was confident in God’s ability to save and beat back the Philistines with a bold move.  Verses: 1 Sam. 8:18; 9:1-27; 10:1-9, 17-26; 13:1-22; 14:1-23  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentIn this session, we see Israel get their king when Samuel anoints Saul. Although he was impressive to look at, Saul’s moral and spiritual stature did not match his physical height. He was hesitant before his enemies and arrogant before God. His son Jonathan was confident in God’s ability to save and beat back the Philistines with a bold move.  Verses: 1 Sam. 8:18; 9:1-27; 10:1-9, 17-26; 13:1-22; 14:1-23  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:29:07 <![CDATA[Session 25 - Samuel: Trained by God]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:22:43 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452549 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-25-samuel-trained-by-god journey through the Old TestamentSession 25 begins with comments on the Book of Ruth, which is rich in detail and easy to read and understand. The session then moves to an introduction to the great judge and prophet Samuel. His mother prayed for a child, and made and kept a promise to God, presenting her young son to the high priest Eli to be trained for a lifetime of service to the Lord.  Verses: 1 Sam. 1:1-28; 1 Sam. 2:11-21, 27-36; 3:1-7  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 25 begins with comments on the Book of Ruth, which is rich in detail and easy to read and understand. The session then moves to an introduction to the great judge and prophet Samuel. His mother prayed for a child, and made and kept a promise to God, presenting her young son to the high priest Eli to be trained for a lifetime of service to the Lord.  Verses: 1 Sam. 1:1-28; 1 Sam. 2:11-21, 27-36; 3:1-7  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:22 <![CDATA[Session 24 - Samson: It’s No Joke]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:22:09 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452548 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-24-samson-its-no-joke journey through the Old TestamentSession 24 continues with Samson’s exploits. His wonderful sense of humor becomes evident, but lack of support from God’s people wears on him. Eventually his relationship with Delilah brings about his downfall.  Verses: Judg. 15:6-20; 16:1-31  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 24 continues with Samson’s exploits. His wonderful sense of humor becomes evident, but lack of support from God’s people wears on him. Eventually his relationship with Delilah brings about his downfall.  Verses: Judg. 15:6-20; 16:1-31  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:29:26 <![CDATA[Session 23 - Samson: A Man Alone]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:21:25 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/472568 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-23-samson-a-man-alone journey through the Old TestamentSession 23 briefly discusses Jephthah and the daughter he sacrificed to the Lord. Then it begins an in-depth look at Samson and his early life as a judge in Israel. Samson’s birth was foretold to his parents by an angel of the Lord, who instructed them to raise him as a Nazirite. Samson shocked his parents with his request to marry a Philistine woman.  Verses: Judg. 13:1-24; 14:1-20; 15:1-5; Amos 4:1-2  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 23 briefly discusses Jephthah and the daughter he sacrificed to the Lord. Then it begins an in-depth look at Samson and his early life as a judge in Israel. Samson’s birth was foretold to his parents by an angel of the Lord, who instructed them to raise him as a Nazirite. Samson shocked his parents with his request to marry a Philistine woman.  Verses: Judg. 13:1-24; 14:1-20; 15:1-5; Amos 4:1-2  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:38:46 <![CDATA[Session 22 - Gideon: Just Do What God Says]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:20:54 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452546 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-22-gideon-just-do-what-god-says journey through the Old TestamentIn Session 22, God’s grace and mercy is once again demonstrated as He works in unexpected ways to deliver Israel from their oppressors. Despite being fearful and hesitant, Gideon had a wonderful heart, displaying incredible generosity to a visiting stranger who turns out to be an angel. Gideon learns to trust the Lord, defeating a formidable foe with an army of very few men and very unusual weapons.    Verses: Judg. 6:1-40; 7:1-25; 8:22-35; 9:1-5; Gen. 4:25-26  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentIn Session 22, God’s grace and mercy is once again demonstrated as He works in unexpected ways to deliver Israel from their oppressors. Despite being fearful and hesitant, Gideon had a wonderful heart, displaying incredible generosity to a visiting stranger who turns out to be an angel. Gideon learns to trust the Lord, defeating a formidable foe with an army of very few men and very unusual weapons.    Verses: Judg. 6:1-40; 7:1-25; 8:22-35; 9:1-5; Gen. 4:25-26  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:41:13 <![CDATA[Session 21 - Judges: The No-Excuse Book]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:20:20 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/472569 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-21-judges-the-no-excuse-book journey through the Old TestamentSession 21 gives an overview of the Book of Judges, looking closely at Othniel, Ehud, and Deborah. The exciting Book of Judges clearly shows that no matter what the circumstances are, if someone is strong, courageous, and willing to obey God to get rid of sin, they can do great things with Him.  Verses: Judg. 1:1-3, 9-13, 19-36; 3:12-30; 4:1-24; 5:20, 28-30; 2 Sam. 18:8; Josh. 22:24-25  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 21 gives an overview of the Book of Judges, looking closely at Othniel, Ehud, and Deborah. The exciting Book of Judges clearly shows that no matter what the circumstances are, if someone is strong, courageous, and willing to obey God to get rid of sin, they can do great things with Him.  Verses: Judg. 1:1-3, 9-13, 19-36; 3:12-30; 4:1-24; 5:20, 28-30; 2 Sam. 18:8; Josh. 22:24-25  Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:42:51 <![CDATA[Session 20 - Choose This Day Whom You Will Serve]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:19:51 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452544 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-20-choose-this-day-whom-you-will-serve journey through the Old TestamentSession 20 describes the division of the Promised Land between the 11 tribes, excluding Levites. Joshua reminded the Israelites of their rich spiritual heritage and all God had done for them. They vowed to serve the Lord and erected a witness stone. Following the death of Joshua and Eleazer the high priest, the children of Israel entered the period of the Judges. Verses: Josh. 19:49-51; 24:1-33; Judg. 2:10-19; 21:25 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 20 describes the division of the Promised Land between the 11 tribes, excluding Levites. Joshua reminded the Israelites of their rich spiritual heritage and all God had done for them. They vowed to serve the Lord and erected a witness stone. Following the death of Joshua and Eleazer the high priest, the children of Israel entered the period of the Judges. Verses: Josh. 19:49-51; 24:1-33; Judg. 2:10-19; 21:25 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:34 <![CDATA[Session 19 - Adventures of Joshua and Israel]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:19:19 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/472570 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-19-adventures-of-joshua-and-israel journey through the Old TestamentSession 19 opens with Israel’s defeat at Ai and the discovery of the sin of Achan. The problem was remedied, and Israel destroyed Ai. Joshua built an altar to Yahweh and read all the words of the Law to the people. The inhabitants of Gibeah deceived Joshua, who permitted them to live, thus allowing pagan idolators to live within Israel’s borders. Caleb received Hebron for his inheritance. Verses: Josh. 7:10-26; 8:30-31; 9:1-27; 14:15-16 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 19 opens with Israel’s defeat at Ai and the discovery of the sin of Achan. The problem was remedied, and Israel destroyed Ai. Joshua built an altar to Yahweh and read all the words of the Law to the people. The inhabitants of Gibeah deceived Joshua, who permitted them to live, thus allowing pagan idolators to live within Israel’s borders. Caleb received Hebron for his inheritance. Verses: Josh. 7:10-26; 8:30-31; 9:1-27; 14:15-16 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:10 <![CDATA[Session 18 - Putting God First: Trust and Obey]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:18:51 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452543 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-18-putting-god-first-trust-and-obey journey through the Old TestamentGod wants a loving relationship with His people; therefore, worship must come first, and after that, the work. This is clearly seen in Session 18, with the children of Israel stopping to worship after crossing the Jordan River. The Lord then instructed Joshua to attack Jericho in a unique way, and the city was taken. One man secretly stole some things devoted to the Lord, and disaster ensued. Verses: Josh. 5:1-15; 6:1-27; 7:1-9; Gen. 34:1-26; 1 Kings 16:29-34 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentGod wants a loving relationship with His people; therefore, worship must come first, and after that, the work. This is clearly seen in Session 18, with the children of Israel stopping to worship after crossing the Jordan River. The Lord then instructed Joshua to attack Jericho in a unique way, and the city was taken. One man secretly stole some things devoted to the Lord, and disaster ensued. Verses: Josh. 5:1-15; 6:1-27; 7:1-9; Gen. 34:1-26; 1 Kings 16:29-34 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:18 <![CDATA[Session 17 - Joshua: Be Strong and Courageous]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:18:00 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452542 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-17-joshua-be-strong-and-courageous journey through the Old TestamentSession 17 demonstrates that it takes courage to follow God’s will, but it is always possible. God instructed Joshua to keep all the commandments Moses had given as he led the children of Israel into the Promised Land. God worked for Joshua just as He had worked for Moses, and continually works for His people. Joshua learned the primary importance of teaching the next generation, and how to do so effectively. Verses: Josh. 1:1-18; 2:1-24; 3:1-17; 4:19-24; Num. 32:1-40; Deut. 6:4-5 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 17 demonstrates that it takes courage to follow God’s will, but it is always possible. God instructed Joshua to keep all the commandments Moses had given as he led the children of Israel into the Promised Land. God worked for Joshua just as He had worked for Moses, and continually works for His people. Joshua learned the primary importance of teaching the next generation, and how to do so effectively. Verses: Josh. 1:1-18; 2:1-24; 3:1-17; 4:19-24; Num. 32:1-40; Deut. 6:4-5 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:55 <![CDATA[Session 16 - Back to Bondage, or Into the Promised Land?]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:17:24 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452540 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-16-back-to-bondage-or-into-the-promised-land journey through the Old TestamentSession 16 begins with Moses coming down from Mt. Sinai for the seventh time and guiding the construction of the Tabernacle. He organized an army and assigned the Levites’ duties. He sent men to spy out the Promised Land, and their weak report resulted in decades more of wandering in the desert. The session concludes with Moses’ commissioning of Joshua to assume leadership of Israel, in anticipation of Moses’ death. Verses: Exod. 40:17; Num. 1:1-3; 3:5-9; 10:11; 13:1-3, 17-33; 14:1-38; 27:12-23; Deut. 1:1-2, 22-23; 1 Cor. 10:1-13 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 16 begins with Moses coming down from Mt. Sinai for the seventh time and guiding the construction of the Tabernacle. He organized an army and assigned the Levites’ duties. He sent men to spy out the Promised Land, and their weak report resulted in decades more of wandering in the desert. The session concludes with Moses’ commissioning of Joshua to assume leadership of Israel, in anticipation of Moses’ death. Verses: Exod. 40:17; Num. 1:1-3; 3:5-9; 10:11; 13:1-3, 17-33; 14:1-38; 27:12-23; Deut. 1:1-2, 22-23; 1 Cor. 10:1-13 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:38 <![CDATA[Session 15 - Moses Intercedes for Israel]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:16:31 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452539 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-15-moses-intercedes-for-israel journey through the Old TestamentSession 15 describes Moses, Aaron, and 70 elders travelling up Mt. Sinai, seeing God, and hearing His voice. Moses made subsequent trips and received more detailed commandments. In Moses’ absence, the children of Israel turned their backs on God and enticed Aaron make a golden calf. Moses interceded in prayer and saved Israel from destruction. The Levites and Moses executed the instigators of the idolatry. Verses: Heb. 12:18-29; Ex.24:8-18; 32:1-5, 7-35; 34:1-4, 28-35; 1 John 5:2-3 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 15 describes Moses, Aaron, and 70 elders travelling up Mt. Sinai, seeing God, and hearing His voice. Moses made subsequent trips and received more detailed commandments. In Moses’ absence, the children of Israel turned their backs on God and enticed Aaron make a golden calf. Moses interceded in prayer and saved Israel from destruction. The Levites and Moses executed the instigators of the idolatry. Verses: Heb. 12:18-29; Ex.24:8-18; 32:1-5, 7-35; 34:1-4, 28-35; 1 John 5:2-3 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:29:11 <![CDATA[Session 14 - The Ten Commandments]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:15:39 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452538 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-14-the-ten-commandments journey through the Old TestamentSession 14 teaches of the Lord’s covenant with Israel and His giving of the Ten Commandments at Mt. Sinai. The children of Israel were terrified by the fire, smoke, thunder, and lightning that accompanied Yahweh’s voice and asked that the Lord speak directly to Moses only. Yahweh gave other commandments to Moses and promised that in the future, He would speak to Israel through a prophet, a promise which foreshadowed Jesus Christ. Verses: Ex. 16:13-36; 17:1-7; 19:1-25; 20:1-2; 24:1-8; Deut. 4:10-14; 5:1-5, 22-27; 18:14-19 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 14 teaches of the Lord’s covenant with Israel and His giving of the Ten Commandments at Mt. Sinai. The children of Israel were terrified by the fire, smoke, thunder, and lightning that accompanied Yahweh’s voice and asked that the Lord speak directly to Moses only. Yahweh gave other commandments to Moses and promised that in the future, He would speak to Israel through a prophet, a promise which foreshadowed Jesus Christ. Verses: Ex. 16:13-36; 17:1-7; 19:1-25; 20:1-2; 24:1-8; Deut. 4:10-14; 5:1-5, 22-27; 18:14-19 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:53 <![CDATA[Session 13 - Egypt is History]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:02:42 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452522 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-13-egypt-is-history journey through the Old TestamentSession 13 describes the children of Israel crossing the Red Sea, in which Pharoah and the Egyptian army drown. Egypt is destroyed politically, socially, militarily, agriculturally, economically, and religiously. Rules for an annual Passover commemoration are instituted. God continues to provide whatever the children of Israel need, and they continually forget what He has done for them. Verses: Ex. 12:29-36, 43-51; 14:1-31; 15:22-27; 16:1-13; John 6:22-35 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 13 describes the children of Israel crossing the Red Sea, in which Pharoah and the Egyptian army drown. Egypt is destroyed politically, socially, militarily, agriculturally, economically, and religiously. Rules for an annual Passover commemoration are instituted. God continues to provide whatever the children of Israel need, and they continually forget what He has done for them. Verses: Ex. 12:29-36, 43-51; 14:1-31; 15:22-27; 16:1-13; John 6:22-35 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:39:30 <![CDATA[Session 12 - Moses: You Too Can Do God’s Will]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:59:46 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452519 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-12-moses-you-too-can-do-gods-will journey through the Old TestamentSession 12 details Moses’ return to Egypt to deliver the children of Israel from slavery. Over a period of months, ten plagues ensue. The children of Israel choke down the Passover meal and are protected from the tenth devastating plague. They plunder the Egyptians, leaving Egypt in order to worship and serve God. Verses: Rom. 15:4; Ex. 3:12-22; 4:1-17; 11:1-10; 12:1-11 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 12 details Moses’ return to Egypt to deliver the children of Israel from slavery. Over a period of months, ten plagues ensue. The children of Israel choke down the Passover meal and are protected from the tenth devastating plague. They plunder the Egyptians, leaving Egypt in order to worship and serve God. Verses: Rom. 15:4; Ex. 3:12-22; 4:1-17; 11:1-10; 12:1-11 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:39:14 <![CDATA[Session 11 - Moses: A Humble Beginning]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:58:02 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452516 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-11-moses-a-humble-beginning journey through the Old TestamentSession 11 opens with the birth of Moses to a mother and father who were great believers. The session elaborates on the details of Moses’ early life and how he came to the place where he met God in the desert of Sinai. Verses: Ex. 2:1-25; 3:1-12 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 11 opens with the birth of Moses to a mother and father who were great believers. The session elaborates on the details of Moses’ early life and how he came to the place where he met God in the desert of Sinai. Verses: Ex. 2:1-25; 3:1-12 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:37:45 <![CDATA[Session 10 - The Origin of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, Judah–The Christ Line]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:52:12 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452512 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-10-the-origin-of-the-twelve-tribes-of-israel-judah-the-christ-line journey through the Old TestamentIn Session 10, Jacob has 12 sons and is renamed “Israel.” He identifies his son Judah as the one through whom the promised seed will come. Israel’s son Joseph is sold into slavery in Egypt, where he rises to great power and saves his father’s family from famine. Israel and all his descendants move to Egypt, where they eventually become enslaved to the Egyptians. Verses: Gen. 29:1-35; 30:1-11; 32:28; 35:8,16-20, 27-29; 49:1-33; 50: 22-26; Ex. 1:1-22 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentIn Session 10, Jacob has 12 sons and is renamed “Israel.” He identifies his son Judah as the one through whom the promised seed will come. Israel’s son Joseph is sold into slavery in Egypt, where he rises to great power and saves his father’s family from famine. Israel and all his descendants move to Egypt, where they eventually become enslaved to the Egyptians. Verses: Gen. 29:1-35; 30:1-11; 32:28; 35:8,16-20, 27-29; 49:1-33; 50: 22-26; Ex. 1:1-22 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:39:47 <![CDATA[Session 9 - Jacob and Esau]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:37:28 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452499 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-9-jacob-and-esau journey through the Old TestamentIn Session 9, God continues to work as Abraham finds a suitable wife for Isaac. Isaac’s wife Rebekah gives birth to twins, Jacob and Esau. The birthright is explained, and that Jacob stole it from Esau. Jacob then flees from Esau to Padam-aram. On the way there, God confirms to Jacob that the promised redeemer will come through his descendants. Verses: Gen. 23:1-5; 24:1-4; 25:1-11, 21-34; 27:1-46; 28:10-15 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentIn Session 9, God continues to work as Abraham finds a suitable wife for Isaac. Isaac’s wife Rebekah gives birth to twins, Jacob and Esau. The birthright is explained, and that Jacob stole it from Esau. Jacob then flees from Esau to Padam-aram. On the way there, God confirms to Jacob that the promised redeemer will come through his descendants. Verses: Gen. 23:1-5; 24:1-4; 25:1-11, 21-34; 27:1-46; 28:10-15 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:47 <![CDATA[Session 8 - Isaac, A Type of the Coming Redeemer]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:36:35 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452498 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-8-isaac-a-type-of-the-coming-redeemer journey through the Old TestamentSession 8 continues to follow Abraham’s life. His son Ishmael is born to the slave girl Hagar; the covenant of circumcision is instituted; and Sodom and Gomorrah are destroyed. Abraham’s wife Sarah gives birth to Isaac, the son God had promised. The session reveals how Isaac is a type, or foreshadowing, of the coming Redeemer. Verses: Gen. 16:1-16; 17:1-27; 18:16-33; 19:1-38; 21:1-7; 22:1-19; Heb.11:17-19 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 8 continues to follow Abraham’s life. His son Ishmael is born to the slave girl Hagar; the covenant of circumcision is instituted; and Sodom and Gomorrah are destroyed. Abraham’s wife Sarah gives birth to Isaac, the son God had promised. The session reveals how Isaac is a type, or foreshadowing, of the coming Redeemer. Verses: Gen. 16:1-16; 17:1-27; 18:16-33; 19:1-38; 21:1-7; 22:1-19; Heb.11:17-19 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:43:25 <![CDATA[Session 7 - Abraham, the Father of all them that Believe]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:35:25 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452497 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-7-abraham-the-father-of-all-them-that-believe journey through the Old TestamentSession 7 follows the life of Abram (later renamed Abraham) travelling from Ur to the land that God promised to give to him and his descendants. The geography of the land is described as Abram moves through it, travels to Egypt and back, gives a portion to his nephew Lot, and meets the priest Melchizedek. The session concludes with an explanation of the blood covenant and God’s unbreakable promise to Abram. Verses: Gen. 11:27-32; 12:1-20; 13:1-18; 14:8-20; 15:1-19; Heb.7:1-18 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 7 follows the life of Abram (later renamed Abraham) travelling from Ur to the land that God promised to give to him and his descendants. The geography of the land is described as Abram moves through it, travels to Egypt and back, gives a portion to his nephew Lot, and meets the priest Melchizedek. The session concludes with an explanation of the blood covenant and God’s unbreakable promise to Abram. Verses: Gen. 11:27-32; 12:1-20; 13:1-18; 14:8-20; 15:1-19; Heb.7:1-18 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:42:01 <![CDATA[Session 6 - After the Flood, How to Use the Oxford Bible Atlas]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:34:46 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452495 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-6-after-the-flood-how-to-use-the-oxford-bible-atlas journey through the Old TestamentSession 6 covers God’s instructions to Noah as he exits the ark to a changed world. Noah’s son Shem is designated as the one through whom the Redeemer would come. People multiply on the face of the earth, rebel against God, and build the Tower of Babel. Abraham’s ancestry is traced back through Shem. The session ends by demonstrating how helpful the Oxford Bible Atlas is when studying the Bible. Verses: Gen. 8:13-22; 9:1-20; 11:1-9, 24-32 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 6 covers God’s instructions to Noah as he exits the ark to a changed world. Noah’s son Shem is designated as the one through whom the Redeemer would come. People multiply on the face of the earth, rebel against God, and build the Tower of Babel. Abraham’s ancestry is traced back through Shem. The session ends by demonstrating how helpful the Oxford Bible Atlas is when studying the Bible. Verses: Gen. 8:13-22; 9:1-20; 11:1-9, 24-32 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:21:57 <![CDATA[Session 5 - Noah and the Flood]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:34:07 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/483692 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-5-noah-and-the-flood journey through the Old TestamentSession 5 follows the events in Genesis from the record of Cain and Able through Noah and the Flood. It discusses why Cain’s sacrifice was not accepted, and that he would have known it. The reason for the Flood is explained, along with a description of the ark, a discussion of its contents and occupants, and the duration of Noah’s living in the ark. Verses: Gen. 4:1-25; 5:1-3; 6:1-22; 7:1-24; 8:13-15 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 5 follows the events in Genesis from the record of Cain and Able through Noah and the Flood. It discusses why Cain’s sacrifice was not accepted, and that he would have known it. The reason for the Flood is explained, along with a description of the ark, a discussion of its contents and occupants, and the duration of Noah’s living in the ark. Verses: Gen. 4:1-25; 5:1-3; 6:1-22; 7:1-24; 8:13-15 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:55 <![CDATA[Session 4 - Jesus Christ – The Coming King]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:33:38 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452493 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-4-jesus-christ-the-coming-king journey through the Old TestamentSession 4 covers Adam and Eve being driven from Eden, God’s initiation of the blood sacrifice, and the promise of a Redeemer who would purchase back what was lost. It also demonstrates how God has, at times, taken on human form to communicate with humans, to reveal wonderful details about the promised future and His plan of redemption. Verses: Gen. 3:16-24; 18:1-16; Daniel 7:1-14 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 4 covers Adam and Eve being driven from Eden, God’s initiation of the blood sacrifice, and the promise of a Redeemer who would purchase back what was lost. It also demonstrates how God has, at times, taken on human form to communicate with humans, to reveal wonderful details about the promised future and His plan of redemption. Verses: Gen. 3:16-24; 18:1-16; Daniel 7:1-14 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:28:54 <![CDATA[Session 3 - Man Enters the Picture (Woman too)]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:33:03 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452491 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-3-man-enters-the-picture-woman-too journey through the Old TestamentSession 3 discusses the gap in time between Genesis 1:1 and 1:2, and the creation of Adam and Eve. It describes what Adam and Eve’s original relationship was to the rest of creation, to each other, and to their Creator. The session also brings to light details of the serpent’s temptation of Eve, and the results of Adam’s sin. Verses: 2 Pet. 3:1-7; Isa. 45:18; Gen. 1:26-31; 2:5-25; 3:1-15 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 3 discusses the gap in time between Genesis 1:1 and 1:2, and the creation of Adam and Eve. It describes what Adam and Eve’s original relationship was to the rest of creation, to each other, and to their Creator. The session also brings to light details of the serpent’s temptation of Eve, and the results of Adam’s sin. Verses: 2 Pet. 3:1-7; Isa. 45:18; Gen. 1:26-31; 2:5-25; 3:1-15 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:29:04 <![CDATA[Session 2 - Suggested Order for Reading the Old Testament]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:32:25 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452490 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-2-suggested-order-for-reading-the-old-testament journey through the Old TestamentSession 2 provides a suggested reading order of the Old Testament, which follows the historical chronology. It explains that the devil was hidden to people in Old Testament times and details the “idiom of permission,” which is key to understanding how God related to His people. Finally, there is a close look at the account of the creation, through the point of the creation of animals. Verses: Gen. 1:1-25 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentSession 2 provides a suggested reading order of the Old Testament, which follows the historical chronology. It explains that the devil was hidden to people in Old Testament times and details the “idiom of permission,” which is key to understanding how God related to His people. Finally, there is a close look at the account of the creation, through the point of the creation of animals. Verses: Gen. 1:1-25 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:41:57 <![CDATA[Session 1 - Why Study the Old Testament?, Overview of the Old Testament]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:31:38 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26191/episode/452489 https://a-journey-through-the-old-testament.castos.com/episodes/session-1-why-study-the-old-testament-overview-of-the-old-testament journey through the Old TestamentThis introductory session of the seminar covers two foundational topics. It explains the reasons why we should study the Old Testament, and it presents a detailed overview of the Old Testament. Beginning with Genesis 1:1 and ending with Malachi, the final book of the Old Testament, the overview highlights turning points in humankind’s relationship with God, how the kingdom of Israel came to be, and the condition of Israel at the close of the Old Testament. Verses: Rom. 15:4 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> false journey through the Old TestamentThis introductory session of the seminar covers two foundational topics. It explains the reasons why we should study the Old Testament, and it presents a detailed overview of the Old Testament. Beginning with Genesis 1:1 and ending with Malachi, the final book of the Old Testament, the overview highlights turning points in humankind’s relationship with God, how the kingdom of Israel came to be, and the condition of Israel at the close of the Old Testament. Verses: Rom. 15:4 Teacher: John Schoenheit]]> 00:42:26