The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 1: In the Beginning (2025)
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Jan 1, 2025 Kick off a transformative journey with a deep dive into Genesis 1-2 and Psalm 19. Discover the divine narrative of creation, highlighting God's sequential artistry and humanity's unique role in His plan. Explore the significance of companionship as the creation of woman unfolds. Unravel the uniqueness of the biblical account compared to ancient myths, emphasizing themes of goodness and the purpose of work and love in life. This exploration lays a strong foundation for understanding your place in the grand story.
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Importance of Genesis 1 and 2
- Genesis 1 and 2 are foundational for understanding the Bible and Western civilization.
- Misinterpreting these chapters will lead to misinterpreting the entire story of salvation.
Genesis Creation Narrative's Uniqueness
- Unlike other creation myths based on violence or sexual domination, Genesis 1 depicts creation out of nothing (bara).
- This act of creation highlights God's sheer goodness and establishes the Judeo-Christian concept of human dignity.
Human Dignity
- Humans are made in God's image and likeness, giving them inherent dignity.
- This concept, unique to the Judeo-Christian worldview, is the foundation of human dignity, not strength or wisdom.
