The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Start Here: Introduction to the Early World (with Jeff Cavins)
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Jan 1, 2026 
Jeff Cavins, a Catholic Bible teacher and creator of the Great Adventure Bible Timeline, joins Fr. Mike Schmitz to kickstart a journey through Scripture. They explore the Early World period, emphasizing the unique poetic structure of Genesis 1-11 and its significance for modern readers. Cavins discusses the creation pattern, the fall of humanity, and the implications of sin on relationships. They also delve into the flood narrative as a pivotal moment in salvation history, highlighting hope amid brokenness.
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Jeff's Early Bible Frustration
- Jeff recalls once not knowing how to read the Bible and losing interest reading straight through.
- That experience motivated him to create a simpler timeline that sustains engagement.
A Simple Framework For A Complex Bible
- The Great Adventure divides Scripture into 12 time periods to simplify a complex, multi-genre book.
- It highlights 14 narrative books while placing other books in historical context for clearer understanding.
Genesis 1–11 As Hebrew Poetry
- Genesis 1–11 is presented as Hebrew poetry rather than modern linear history.
- That poetic form compresses vast beginnings into theological themes rather than exhaustive chronological detail.
