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How Should We Read the Book of Genesis? | with Dr. John Walton

I Don't Have Enough FAITH to Be an ATHEIST

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What Is the Author Doing With Genesis 1 Through 11?

Genesis 1 through 11 is trying to engage the thinking of the ancient world about what constitutes or what brings about order in the world. In each case, Hebrews, Ecclesiastes and Genesis, where they're going is to say, nope, none of that works. So one after another, look at the options in your world. Consider them, but see their limitations and then understand it's the covenant that is the center of order.

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