Online Bible Institute | R.C. | Activity https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/members/robertonina/activity/ Activity feed for R.C.. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:39:07 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.4.3 en-US 30 hourly 2 a33f711cb7a6618ecf58695562c09276 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87195/#acomment-87221 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:54:05 -0400 Good to see that things are coming together for you.

In reply to - Shadrack posted an update

This lesson taught me about weak roots, meaning verbs that do not fit into the standard paradigm of qal that I’ve been learning since Lesson 6. Until now, everything has been following […]

]]> 1aeabfd0224a4874b5eb75feba541623 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87218/#acomment-87220 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:51:34 -0400 Thank you, Lord, for your plan of salvation. Thank you for sharing.

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In Session 4 of the Jewish and Greco-Roman Backgrounds of the New Testament, Dr. Matthew Halstead articulates the Jewish Messianism in the Jewish culture, and the Old Testament. There was […]

]]> 6ed13149f3729dc12ceae3419ebe1608 R.C. posted an update: Genesis 43 presents reconciliation as a movement from […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87219/ Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:50:02 -0400 Genesis 43 presents reconciliation as a movement from hidden faces to restored relationship. Yoseph’s warning, “You cannot see my face,” recalls Yaaqov’s encounter at Peniel, where seeing God face-to-face results in mercy and life. It also anticipates Yaaqov’s reconciliation with Esau, revealing that peace with one’s brother reflects peace…

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]]> 0 c00e925ea17c0b1a35f20835ff985f23 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87198/#acomment-87216 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:12:18 -0400 May the Lord continue guiding you.

In reply to - Samuel G. posted an update Good morning everyone. My name is Samuel G. Yeah, I just completed the Bible Institute Introduction course. I learned that studying God’s Word daily helps me to know Christ […] ]]> b4e87ea7e57310813396c437032c85f1 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87211/#acomment-87215 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:10:19 -0400 Thank you for sharing your experience and for being transparent.

In reply to - Dominic Otieno posted an update This study has helped me grow in a deeper, more personal knowledge of God. I was most impacted by learning about God’s incomprehensibility. I knew that God is greater than human […] ]]> e537501b97a76c0e1752028cef57f744 R.C. posted an update: Reuven’s lament over their brother’s blood echoes the […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87214/ Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:06:29 -0400 Reuven’s lament over their brother’s blood echoes the ancient motif of innocent blood crying out for justice, tracing back to Cain and Abel. Yoseph’s translator, termed a “mediator,” aligns with prophets who intercede between God and Israel, highlighting the role of divine-human communication. The Bible’s portrayal of humanity is nuanced,…

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]]> 0 e0428d52f07a36041e8e9ed0dbcb8cfd R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87199/#acomment-87210 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:53:38 -0400 We can only strengthen ourselves and others through the power of the Holy Spirit. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Roger Morrison posted an update

One of my favorite topics concerning GOD’S Word is what’s not contained within it and chapter 8 does a masterful job in determining some truths. Questions like, does it glorify […]

]]> c1f7acc9463428edc0fe0ab44aaeebdf R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87203/#acomment-87208 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:49:25 -0400 Very interesting to read about the history of the Scriptures, from inception to its current “shape.” Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Jeff Shott posted an update

Session 3 of Intro to the Hebrew Bible takes us from what Jesus and the Apostles believed the ancient writings were, to how they took shape and how we we them in the order they are […]

]]> 31d412455e0b29c8089c1d2bf7afee5b R.C. posted an update: In the biblical narrative, Binyamin’s rise as the beloved […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87207/ Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:44:43 -0400 In the biblical narrative, Binyamin’s rise as the beloved son signifies a shift in paternal affection, replacing Yoseph in their father’s heart. Yoseph’s encounter with his brothers is marked by an intricate test rather than mere vengeance. By accusing them of “looking upon the nakedness” of the land, Yoseph evokes the sin of Ham,…

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]]> 0 b11240978208ef0a30c6a82323224939 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87167/#acomment-87206 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:47:06 -0400 @mel Remember that he was in jail and probably didn’t look his best. If I go to an interview all dishoveled I will probably not get the position. 😉

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Yoseph’s emergence from the pit, marked by shaving and new garments, symbolizes a transformative transition, as shaving in the Bible often signals life changes. Pharaoh’s doubled dream […]

]]> 539480a31739e5faa6d2a904643369f1 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87142/#acomment-87169 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:15:25 -0400 Well said, having a relationship with God is a good start to understanding. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Shaojun Wang posted an update

It is interesting that there is a prerequisite for understanding the Bible. And the prerequisite is to know God. It is true that without the Holy Spirit, learning the Bible is […]

]]> 88b06a1595d34b0f307a756364873a5e R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87145/#acomment-87168 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:13:47 -0400 Dr. Mackie aptly named the Hebrew Bible a minority report with good reason. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Jeff Shott posted an update

Mackie in session two takes us through some exercises that help us to see what Jesus and the Apostles thought the Hebrew Bible or Old Testament was, and how they read and […]

]]> d5114a09df8c70721c6608bb81029525 R.C. posted an update: Yoseph’s emergence from the pit, marked by shaving and new […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87167/ Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:10:12 -0400 Yoseph’s emergence from the pit, marked by shaving and new garments, symbolizes a transformative transition, as shaving in the Bible often signals life changes. Pharaoh’s doubled dream confirms a divine reality, mirroring the broader pattern of doubling in Yoseph’s story. Yoseph is portrayed as a new Noah, with Pharaoh’s house serving as an…

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]]> 2 86cf2bf7d6333ee6c63db6a543fc9268 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87148/#acomment-87166 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:31:08 -0400 Seeking Him in all we do and leaning not in my own understanding. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Roger Morrison posted an update

The Bush still burns but it only burns when I lean not to my own understanding. I must honor HIM in thought, word, and deed. I can do this by praying, studying scripture, […]

]]> 31717ed51653a042345a241406179818 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87152/#acomment-87165 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:29:20 -0400 Thank you for reminding me of how important devotional studies are.

In reply to - Justin Parker posted an update

This lesson taught how to do a devotional study as well as the importance of it. One thing to stuck out to me from the lesson is that Satan is against this because he doesn’t […]

]]> 30ea704682c68c50e99d789629061d8c R.C. posted an update: Dreams and visions in Genesis serve as a foundation […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87164/ Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:27:42 -0400 Dreams and visions in Genesis serve as a foundation for later apocalyptic literature, highlighting their vital role in biblical thought. The recurring three-day period signals impending tests within the narrative. Yoseph’s story features many paired events and repetitions, emphasizing deeper unified realities and drawing attention to the…

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]]> 1 b937ac54c01413f30d90af6085df54ca R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87155/#acomment-87163 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:42:15 -0400 Thank you for sharing; book studies help us understand and give us context.

In reply to - Justin Parker posted an update

In this lesson, we were shown book studies. In a book study, we read the entire book so we can see things in context. This is important because it prevents us from misunderstanding […]

]]> cec35b3f38894885f277e7cc6ebe1ed6 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87158/#acomment-87162 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:38:46 -0400 It seems as if both chapter and book studies are important. Thank you for letting us know what you are studying.

In reply to - Justin Parker posted an update

Chapter studies are an important method for studying scripture. The last lesson focused on book studies, but that can be time consuming. A chapter study can be effective while […]

]]> 24f57fe23ce7c4c5cc13467e0f152edc R.C. posted an update: Yoseph’s role in Genesis is complex, embodying both the […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87161/ Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:32:35 -0400 Yoseph’s role in Genesis is complex, embodying both the forbidden tree and the human tested by God’s voice. Biblical authors skillfully use keywords and repetition, such as “laugh” and Isaac’s name, to evoke earlier narratives like the binding of Isaac and Cain and Abel, creating cyclical storytelling. The juxtaposition of Potiphar’s wife,…

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]]> 0 8faccbf29f24a06547e87be5b2301820 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87043/#acomment-87048 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:58:24 -0400 Well said, Dilan! We should be careful not to fool ourselves. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Matoh Dilan Mbih posted an update

chapter 5: Cast out of the kingdom.

Matthew 7:21 Jesus says:

Not everyone who says ‘Lord, Lord’ will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Only the person who does the will of my Father […]

]]> 62efda59cc7803548ba3c6800d6c28b5 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87044/#acomment-87046 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:54:22 -0400 We have an awesome God that is merciful despite our sins. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update

Lesson 7: God Scatters the Nation

Lesson 7 marks a critical turning point in the History of Redemption as the narrative transitions to Act Two, covering the decline […]

]]> 3c35256ef0208a677c1852819dc7be95 R.C. posted an update: Tamar, as a disguised deceiver, subverts the Eden […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87045/ Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:51:42 -0400 Tamar, as a disguised deceiver, subverts the Eden narrative by deceiving her deceiver to preserve life. In the biblical social context, widows and sex workers are vulnerable, yet Tamar risks stigma to overcome Yehudah’s neglect. Alongside Lot’s daughters and Ruth, her story forms a three-part birth narrative crucial to David’s lineage. These…

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]]> 0 863296ef2f5d89214c20b78ca9abda8f R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87026/#acomment-87041 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:19:49 -0400 Awesome to see the connection between Yaaqov/Essau and Avraham/Lot. The sad part is that they had to separate due to their possessions. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Roscoe Meeks posted an update

Session 28 stands out to me because it brings the entire story of Yaaqov into perspective and shows how the consequences of past choices can continue into future generations. I […]

]]> d1391eddbe2a4cadae68c459004202bf R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87027/#acomment-87040 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:15:54 -0400 Thank you for sharing and being transparent.

In reply to - Roscoe Meeks posted an update

Session 29 stands out to me because it turns the story of Yaaqov into a mirror for my own life. What excites me most is the realization that Yaaqov was blessed from the beginning, […]

]]> d2eba5bffd07652a43cec796f0b5e9f1 R.C. posted an update: The literary links at the start of Genesis 38 and 39 […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87039/ Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:13:07 -0400 The literary links at the start of Genesis 38 and 39 invite readers to compare Yoseph, who “was taken down” (yarad) by his brothers into Egypt, with Yehudah, who also “went down” (yarad) from his brothers. Yehudah’s story in Genesis 38 unfolds in riddle form, offering an outline of the entire Genesis narrative. His family’s failures echo Adam…

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]]> 0 f730228f7d7fda9711f690d8f2837de3 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87028/#acomment-87038 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:37:51 -0400 Thank you for sharing what you are learning.

In reply to - Brandon Raley posted an update

Sword Sharpening Lesson 6

Lesson 6 of Sword Sharpening was awesome because it helped me look at Genesis in a way I had never thought about before. I have always known Genesis as […]

]]> 88dbb8a816003990fdf63677e928a618 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87032/#acomment-87037 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:36:13 -0400 Thank God for giving us the mode of prayer. Thank you for sharing your class experience.

In reply to - Christopher posted an update

Very excited to start this course. Not only do I conduct intercessory prayer for others, I know that this has been done for me in the past by my loved ones when I was in sin. Some […]

]]> 311ddfd8c57c7b58c03960e81b28a106 R.C. posted an update: The biblical authors use repeated key vocabulary to draw […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87036/ Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:34:05 -0400 The biblical authors use repeated key vocabulary to draw a powerful link between Yoseph’s betrayal and the binding of Isaac, emphasizing the theme of the beloved son’s loss due to human evil. As Yoseph is cast into the pit and his brothers deceive their father, the narrative echoes the language of Genesis 22, where Isaac’s near-sacrifice…

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]]> 0 eba2aa716d46b65c3eb3f7900053386a R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86963/#acomment-87035 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:16:05 -0400 @shack 🙏🏾

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Yoseph’s encounter with the mysterious man in the field is a pivotal moment ensuring his and his family’s survival during the famine. This event reflects a recurring biblical motif where […]

]]> 7ccf1f5f636911d0eef7b49ca167271f R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86963/#acomment-86968 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:53:48 -0400 @sifisomdluli 🙏🏾

In reply to - R.C. posted an update

Yoseph’s encounter with the mysterious man in the field is a pivotal moment ensuring his and his family’s survival during the famine. This event reflects a recurring biblical motif where […]

]]> f537af01c8ff515e7b6ed4fe81526d25 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86945/#acomment-86965 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:04:05 -0400 Great conclusion from reading the Dinah story. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Roscoe Meeks posted an update

Session 24 stands out to me because it forces us to confront some of the darkest realities of human behavior rather than giving us an easy or comfortable picture of faith. I […]

]]> 03492840631d8915195b29806fcbabef R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86946/#acomment-86964 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:01:49 -0400 Spot on! Great observation on how seeking power and control instead of walking with God leads us to destruction.

In reply to - Roscoe Meeks posted an update

Session 25 stands out because it reveals just how deeply human sin can distort even the things God intended for good. What is especially striking is how the sons of Yaaqov take […]

]]> 7881959269ebb59fb5c27148adce1955 R.C. posted an update: Yoseph’s encounter with the mysterious man in the field is […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86963/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:57:58 -0400 Yoseph’s encounter with the mysterious man in the field is a pivotal moment ensuring his and his family’s survival during the famine. This event reflects a recurring biblical motif where God’s presence appears through enigmatic figures, as seen with Abraham, Hagar, and Yaaqov. The involvement of the Midianites and Ishmaelites, descendants of…

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]]> 4 94b7e428e4bd8dde8c5d458864b21224 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86947/#acomment-86962 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:03:48 -0400 “German scholars in the late 19th and early 20th centuries was intentionally formulated to deny Jewish supremacy among human origins and to advance claims of Aryan origins was nothing short of startling.
It made me rethink how I would critically evaluate scholarly arguments in the future.
It was not just disagreeing academically; it… Read more

In reply to - Don posted an update

After Module 04: The Pan-Babylonism Myth – General, I was hit with some difficult lessons about ideology and scholarship, especially the direct link between Delitzsch’s “Pan-Babylonism” and […]

]]> 3fb8b2ea7d330625045d255ebac6386e R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86950/#acomment-86961 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:53:05 -0400 You are so right; there is always more to discover. Thank you for sharing.

In reply to - Jeff Shott posted an update

Session three focused on the three languages that the Old and New Testament were written in. Old Testament was written in ancient Hebrew, a Semitic language and ancient Aramaic, a […]

]]> 1308da0ca3f2f4d165dbaaf4a05f26fc R.C. posted an update: Yaaqov’s favoritism toward Rachel mirrors his preference […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86960/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:51:15 -0400 Yaaqov’s favoritism toward Rachel mirrors his preference for Yoseph, sparking strife and division within the family. The Hebrew term “passim,” often translated as “many colors,” remains uncertain in meaning but symbolizes Yoseph’s unique identity. Yoseph’s story aligns with a recurring biblical pattern of brotherly conflict and…

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]]> 0 c62f6af5e1064bbf0f72ec72b95d81f6 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86954/#acomment-86959 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:19:29 -0400 Thank you for letting us know the things that you are learning.

In reply to - Matsoeu Mary Lepota posted an update

In this chapter Genesis book was introduced as the book of Law the Author of the book was Moses and was written to Israel, the purpose of the book was to preserve […]

]]> baad4d458c96560f991d1bc396d1fff6 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86956/#acomment-86958 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:16:34 -0400 Beautiful: “The imagery of the standing stone, wine, and oil creates a picture of Eden being restored.”

In reply to - Roscoe Meeks posted an update

Session 26 stands out to me because it shows Yaaqov returning to Bethel as a changed person and beginning to leave his old identity behind. I was especially excited by the […]

]]> 7224ad05a779e640b471916b83a855fe R.C. posted an update: The Hebrew term toledot, meaning “birth-generations,” is a […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86957/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:12:59 -0400 The Hebrew term toledot, meaning “birth-generations,” is a crucial structural element in Genesis, linking individual stories into a broader narrative of chosen and non-chosen family lines. Genesis 3:15 introduces the theme of the chosen seed destined to overcome evil, setting the stage for the unfolding story. The Bible challenges ethnic…

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]]> 0 ebd74ca15a16d0983d576a10f89792e5 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86876/#acomment-86955 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:58:49 -0400 @Lily 🙏🏾

In reply to - R.C. posted an update

The opening chapters of Genesis function like a theological overture, introducing themes that reverberate throughout the Hebrew Bible. Yoseph’s story deliberately echoes this earlier […]

]]> 68a417085ca53d2d8798fd84ddcc8075 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86859/#acomment-86882 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:14:29 -0400 Thank you for reminding me of how beautiful this story of reconciliation is.

In reply to - Roscoe Meeks posted an update

What excites me most about Session 23 is the powerful reconciliation between Yaaqov and Esau after twenty years of separation, anger, and fear. I was especially struck by the […]

]]> 8938973666618048a0cc117921230c91 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86871/#acomment-86881 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:11:24 -0400 Great summary of the three books of John, thank you.

In reply to - Matoh Dilan Mbih posted an update

Chapter 19: The Books of 1, 2, and 3 John

The books of 1, 2, and 3 John were written by the apostle John to help Christians understand how they should live and relate with God […]

]]> 926026d76d0a87d093c4793a97aedcfa R.C. posted an update: The Bible’s literary artistry rewards patient, attentive […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86880/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:09:43 -0400 The Bible’s literary artistry rewards patient, attentive reading. Its authors were not merely recording events or ideas; they were shaping meditation literature through patterns, repetitions, and carefully arranged groups, often in threes. These structures encourage readers to compare scenes, notice contrasts, and hear one passage interpreting… Read more

]]> 2 5f13ab7c723ab263fe20d3a8de1abcbb R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86874/#acomment-86878 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:39:21 -0400 Amen! Study the Word like the Bereans.

In reply to - Matoh Dilan Mbih posted an update Chapter 20: The Book of Jude The book of Jude was written by Jude to warn Christians about false teachers who were secretly coming into the church and leading people away from […] ]]> d27de77d5edada541ce5666bbea8744e R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86875/#acomment-86877 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:37:46 -0400 Amen! God’s plans are perfect.

In reply to - Matoh Dilan Mbih posted an update

Chapter 21: Revelation focuses on John and why he writes. His goal is to show God’s plan for the world. John wants people to understand what God is doing and what will happen […]

]]> efdd301c77cc1041942f9f2c6c57f37e R.C. posted an update: The opening chapters of Genesis function like a […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86876/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:36:41 -0400 The opening chapters of Genesis function like a theological overture, introducing themes that reverberate throughout the Hebrew Bible. Yoseph’s story deliberately echoes this earlier pattern through repeated events and vocabulary. His initial favor recalls humanity’s blessed beginning in Eden, while his brothers’ betrayal evokes Cain’s…

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]]> 2 1e507196a602cd0a01cf85ff3ae552b9 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86766/#acomment-86869 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:05:16 -0400 @mbulitanko 🙏🏾

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The genealogies in Genesis are not mere historical records; they are carefully crafted markers that highlight the lineage of the anticipated messianic king, the promised seed destined […]

]]> 66f6b70938247ebbfe23b78cbacfb442 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86860/#acomment-86868 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:04:32 -0400 Thank you for showing us the prerequisites for knowing God’s voice. The list has given me the need to ponder on it.

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Amen and greetings

This chapter dove into the prerequisites for knowing God’s voice.

1. Born again experience

One should acknowledge that they are a sinner. No one can say that […]

]]> 78f0f9293d043a3c6f90b9d57d0e8cb7 R.C. posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86865/#acomment-86867 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:00:29 -0400 Well said: “By acting as living conduits of divine power and grace, we carry out the Lord’s work—reconciling the world to God, spreading truth, and executing His mission through unified purpose and Spirit-led activity.”

In reply to - Brandon Raley posted an update

Lesson 5 of Sword Sharpening reveals that as temples of the Holy Spirit, believers serve as the dynamic intersection where heaven and earth overlap. Just as the ancient […]

]]> f3b40a6c95ca92f3d999866cd4090125 R.C. posted an update: The Yoseph narrative invites readers to see God’s […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86866/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:58:04 -0400 The Yoseph narrative invites readers to see God’s providence working through human betrayal without minimizing the pain betrayal causes. Yoseph’s descent into slavery, unjust suffering, and eventual exaltation becomes a pattern that later biblical writers can draw upon when presenting the promised Messiah. Read in light of Luke 24:44–47, the… Read more

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