Title: Know Your Bible: The Journey and Faithfulness of Joseph

Description: Join David J. Lewis for an inspiring study of one of the Old Testament’s most captivating figures: Joseph. From favored son and dreamer to facing the betrayal of his brothers, false accusations, and imprisonment in Egypt, Joseph’s story demonstrates how unwavering faith and obedience shine through life's trials. Discover how God was with Joseph through every hardship, ultimately elevating him to save nations from famine and bring his family to reconciliation.

Key Takeaways:

• The Danger of Favoritism: Jacob’s overt preference for Joseph sowed intense envy and discord among his brothers, illustrating how favoritism can lead to family breakdown.

• Faithfulness Under Trial: Whether serving in Potiphar’s household or placed over prisoners in Egypt, Joseph maintained his integrity and trust in God despite unjust treatment.

• Resisting Temptation: Joseph stood firm against Potiphar’s wife, prioritizing his devotion to God over personal ruin.

• God’s Providence and Loyalty: What others intended for harm, God intended for good, demonstrating that God remains loyal to His people through all circumstances.

Featured Scripture Passages:

• Genesis 37:2–4 – Jacob’s favoritism and Joseph’s coat of many colors

• Genesis 37:5–11 – Joseph’s dreams of the sheaves and stars

• Genesis 37:23–28 – Joseph sold into slavery by his brothers

• Genesis 39:1–6 – Joseph prospers in Potiphar’s house

• Genesis 39:7–23 – Falsely accused and cast into prison

• Genesis 40:2–23 – Interpreting dreams for the butler and the baker

• Genesis 41:1–45 – Pharaoh’s dream and Joseph’s rise to power in Egypt

• Genesis 42–50 – Famine, reconciliation, and family reunion

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In this episode, Bro. David Lewis from the Church of Christ walks us through the life of the Old Testament patriarch Jacob. From his birth grasping his brother’s heel to his years of rivalry, deceit, divine encounters, and heartbreak, Jacob’s journey shows how God shapes imperfect people into His divine purpose. Join us as we examine key moments in Jacob's life, the consequences of scheming, and how God’s grace meets us in our own struggles.

Key Takeaways:

• Selfish Service vs. True Love: Jacob bargained for Esau's birthright during a vulnerable moment, showing how easily people fall into serving others only when there is something to gain—a warning against transactional relationships and conditional kindness.

• The High Cost of Deceit: Deceiving his father Isaac allowed Jacob to take the blessing, but it broke his family apart and forced him to flee for his life. Later, Jacob experienced the weight of deceit himself when Laban tricked him on his wedding night.

• God’s Promises Are Guaranteed: At Bethel, God renewed the Abrahamic covenant with Jacob, proving that God's plan relies on His faithfulness rather than human bargaining or manipulation.

• Surrender Brings Transformation: Jacob's night-long struggle at Peniel led to a physical limp and a new name—Israel. True spiritual transformation happens when we stop striving in our own strength and yield to God.

• Deep Roots in Redemption: From the sorrow of Rachel's passing near Bethlehem to the overarching lineage of Jacob's family, God continually uses life's hardships to set the stage for His eventual Messiah.

Scripture References:

• Genesis 25:21–34 – The birth of Esau and Jacob, and Esau selling his birthright

• Genesis 27:14–29 – Jacob deceives Isaac and steals Esau’s blessing

• Genesis 28:10–22 – Jacob’s dream of the ladder at Bethel and God’s promise

• Genesis 29:9–28 – Jacob’s labor for Rachel and Leah

• Genesis 32:24–30 – Jacob wrestles at Peniel and receives the name Israel

• Genesis 35:16–20 – The birth of Benjamin and the death of Rachel near Bethlehem

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Episode Title: From Hatred to Forgiveness: The Story of Esau

Description: In this broadcast of the Know Your Bible Program, Evangelist David J. Lewis walks through the life of Esau—exploring his birth, the loss of his birthright and blessing, his initial plot to murder his twin brother Jacob, and his eventual choice to offer complete forgiveness.

Through Esau's story, Evangelist Lewis examines the dangers of reacting out of temporary distress, blaming others for self-inflicted choices, and harboring long-term hatred. Most importantly, the lesson highlights Esau’s dramatic shift years later when he ran to embrace Jacob, serving as a powerful example of why believers must extend forgiveness to others to remain in right standing with God.

Key Takeaways:

• The Sanctity of Life: Scripture calls Jacob and Esau "children" while they were still in Rebekah’s womb, demonstrating that God recognizes human life before birth.

• Don't Trade Long-Term Blessings for Short-Term Relief: Esau allowed physical hunger and catastrophic thinking ("I am at the point to die") to convince him to sell his birthright for a single bowl of stew, failing to utilize his own talents and resources.

• Tears Cannot Always Undo Consequences: Although Esau wept bitterly over losing his father's blessing, some choices carry irreversible worldly consequences. Salvation must be cherished before it is too late.

• Forgiveness Is Essential for Salvation: Despite years of bitterness and planning murder, Esau eventually let go of his anger and embraced Jacob. True forgiveness toward others is a non-negotiable requirement for receiving God's forgiveness.

Key Bible Passages:

• Genesis 25:21–34 – The birth of Jacob and Esau, and Esau selling his birthright.

• Genesis 27:30–42 – Esau loses his blessing to Jacob and plots revenge.

• Genesis 33:1–4 – Esau reunites with Jacob, embracing and forgiving him.

• Hebrews 12:16–17 – Warning against becoming profane like Esau, who found no place for repentance regarding his lost blessing.

• Matthew 6:14–15 – Jesus' warning on the necessity of forgiving others so God may forgive us.

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In this episode of the Know Your Bible Program, host David J. Lewis walks us through Genesis 21–24 to explore the life of Isaac, the long-awaited son of promise. From God fulfilling His word to Abraham to the prophetic parallels hidden within the sacrifice on Mount Moriah, this study reveals how God's timeline always unfolds with purpose—and how Isaac's story points directly to Jesus Christ.

Key Takeaways

• God Keeps His Promises on His Timeline: Abraham and Sarah waited 25 years for Isaac. God's plans are not bound by human timeframes, and He always fulfills His commitments at the appointed hour.

• Prophetic Shadows of the Cross: Isaac carrying his own wood up Mount Moriah, being offered by his father, and being spared through a ram in the thicket serve as a direct, prophetic picture of Christ carrying His cross to Golgotha and serving as the Lamb of God.

• The Spiritual Seed of Abraham: Through baptism and faith in Christ, Christians become part of the promised seed of Abraham, sharing in the spiritual inheritance promised thousands of years ago.

• Providential Direction in Relationships: The story of Eliezer finding Rebekah illustrates how God works through prayer, hospitality, and providence to guide crucial life decisions.

Scripture References

• Genesis 21:1–8: The birth of Isaac and God's promise fulfilled

• Genesis 16:1–4: Sarah, Hagar, and the consequences of stepping ahead of God's timing

• Genesis 21:9–13: The departure of Hagar and Ishmael

• Genesis 22:1–18: The testing of Abraham and the sacrifice on Mount Moriah

• Galatians 3:16, 26–29: Understanding Christ and believers as Abraham’s seed

• Genesis 24:1–67: Eliezer’s journey and Isaac receiving Rebekah as his wife

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Title: Choosing Legacy: The Dichotomy of Abram and Lot

Description: Join host David J. Lewis on the Know Your Bible Program as he delves into Genesis 13 to explore the contrasting choices made by Abram and Lot. In this episode, we examine how Abram prioritized peace, generosity, and faith—securing a spiritual legacy—while Lot was led by the "lust of the eyes," leading to tragedy and heartache. Discover timeless lessons on avoiding strife, making godly choices, and living peaceably with those around us.

Key Takeaways:

• Proactive Peace: Abram took the initiative to resolve potential conflict before it turned into strife, serving as an example of how Christians should seek harmony and live peaceably with others.

• The Danger of Material Desire: Lot chose the fertile Plain of Jordan based on immediate visual appeal and material advantage, eventually facing spiritual decay, loss of wealth, and tragic family outcomes in Sodom.

• Spiritual vs. Physical Promises: While Abram's physical descendants were relatively small in number compared to world populations, God's promise of an uncountable seed was fulfilled spiritually through faith and baptism in Christ.

• Complete Obedience Matters: Half-hearted compliance with God's directives—such as Abram initially taking Lot along—can lead to unintended hardship later on.

Featured Bible Passages:

• Genesis 12:1–31 – Abram's call and journey out of Ur and Haran.

• Genesis 13:1–18 – The separation of Abram and Lot; God's covenant promise to Abram.

• Genesis 19:1–26 – The wickedness of Sodom and the escape of Lot's family.

• Romans 12:18 – Living peaceably with all men.

• Galatians 3:26–29 – Becoming Abraham's seed through faith and baptism in Jesus Christ.

• 1 John 2:15–17 – Overcoming the lust of the eyes, lust of the flesh, and pride of life.

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Title: Lessons from Genesis 12: Faith, Failure, and Divine Promises

Podcast Description

In this episode of the Know Your Bible Program, host David J. Lewis walks through the entirety of Genesis 12 to examine the life of Abram. From his initial calling out of Haran to his missteps during the famine in Egypt, this study explores what it truly means to follow God's call, the spiritual nature of divine promises, and the practical dangers of compromise and partial obedience.

Key Takeaways

• The Calling from Haran: God called Abram while he was in Haran, demonstrating that spiritual growth requires moving forward when prompted rather than staying stagnant.

• Spiritual Descendants: The promises made to Abraham extend beyond physical lineage to all who put on Christ, forming a spiritual family grafted into God's covenant.

• The Danger of Partial Obedience: By bringing his nephew Lot along despite instructions to leave his kindred, Abram introduced unnecessary complications into God's plan.

• Sojourning and Worship: Throughout his travels, Abram prioritized building altars to God, serving as a reminder to focus on a heavenly home rather than earthly attachments.

• Human Frailty in Egypt: Out of fear, Abram compromised his integrity by misrepresenting Sarai as his sister, illustrating how leaving where God wants us leads to degradation and trouble.

• Cutting Off Temptation: Pharaoh’s swift action to return Sarai and send Abram away demonstrates the importance of promptly removing temptation and avoiding the appearance of evil.

Bible Passages Referenced

• Genesis 11 – Terah's journey from Ur of the Chaldees to Haran.

• Genesis 12 – The call of Abram, the covenant promises, and his journey into Egypt.

• Galatians 3 – Spiritual lineage and becoming children of Abraham through faith in Christ.

• Romans 8 – Spiritual adoption and being grafted into God's family.

• John 13:35 – Love for one another as the identifying mark of discipleship.

• Acts 8–9 – The persecution of the church and Saul's encounter on the road to Damascus.

• Hebrews 11 – The faith of Abraham as a sojourner seeking a heavenly country.

• 1 Thessalonians 5:22 – Abstaining from all appearance of evil.

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Description:

In this episode of the Know Your Bible Program, speaker David J. Lewis explores Genesis chapter 6, examining the life and character of Noah amidst a surrounding world of deep moral decay. Lewis delves into the timeline of Noah's family, the dimensions and preparation of the ark, and the corrupt societal conditions that parallel Jesus' warnings in Matthew 24. Concluding with a look at Genesis 6:22, the sermon highlights Noah's complete compliance with God's instructions and discusses what true, unreserved obedience looks like today.

Key Takeaways:

• Noah's Age & Family Timeline: Based on Genesis 5:32 and Genesis 11:10, Noah was around 500 years old before having children, meaning he worked on the ark's initial preparations long before his sons could assist him.

• Parallels to Modern Culture: The moral corruption and violence of Noah's day mirror modern cultural decline, aligning with Christ's warning regarding the times preceding the return of the Son of Man.

• Spiritual Perfection: Noah was described as "perfect" and "just," where "perfect" biblically signifies being whole or complete in one's commitment to God rather than flawlessness.

• Ark Logistics & Animal Cargo: God instructed Noah to construct an ark measuring 300 cubits long, 50 cubits wide, and 30 cubits high, housing seven pairs of clean animals and one pair of unclean animals alongside food reserves.

• Complete Obedience: Noah fulfilled all that God commanded him—a standard of complete adherence that Lewis applies to essential Christian practices like faith, repentance, confession, and baptism.

Scripture & Bible Passages Referenced:

• Genesis 6:1–22 – The corruption of man, God's grief, the call to Noah, and instructions for building the ark.

• Genesis 11:10 – Genealogy of Shem and the timeline following the flood.

• Matthew 5:48 – The call to be perfect as the Father in heaven is perfect.

• Matthew 24:37–38 – The conditions of the world prior to the coming of the Son of Man.

• Job 14:1 – Life's brevity and trouble for those born of women.

• Mark 16:16 – Belief, baptism, and salvation.

• Hebrews 5:9 – Eternal salvation for all who obey Him.

• James 2:10 – The importance of keeping the entirety of the law.

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Episode Description

Join Evangelist David J. Lewis in this episode of the Know Your Bible Program as we launch a brand-new series exploring major characters of the Bible. Starting at the very beginning in Genesis, we examine the creation of the first man, Adam.

In this study, we break down what it means to be made in the image of God, the unique spiritual nature given to humanity, and God’s intentional design for work, stewardship, and relationships. Whether looking at the foundational laws of nature or the purpose behind human existence, this episode offers a practical and scripture-focused dive into Genesis Chapters 1 and 2.

Key Takeaways

• Created After "Kind" — God established nature so that every creature reproduces strictly after its own kind, underscoring humanity's direct, unique creation in God’s image.

• The Dual Nature of Man — Humanity is both physical (formed from the dust) and spiritual (given a living soul/spirit breathed into us by God).

• Free Will & Moral Choice — Unlike the rest of creation, human beings were endowed with a conscious choice of will, carrying both accountability and purpose.

• Work & Dominion — From the very beginning, God gave man a job to do—assigning stewardship over creation and providing everything necessary to sustain life.

• God’s Structure for Relationships — God recognized that it was not good for man to be alone and created woman as his companion, establishing the original foundation for marriage.

Featured Bible Passages

• Genesis 1:26–28 – Creation of man in God's image and the mandate for dominion.

• Genesis 1:29–30 – God’s provision of food and sustenance for man and creation.

• Genesis 2:7 – Man formed from dust and receiving the breath of life.

• Genesis 2:8–17 – The Garden of Eden, work responsibilities, and God’s single restriction.

• Genesis 2:18–25 – The naming of animals and the creation of woman.

• Ecclesiastes 12:7 – The return of the body to dust and the spirit to God.

• Matthew 6:33 – Seeking first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.

• 2 Thessalonians 3:10 – The biblical principle regarding work and responsibility.

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