Knowing Faith

Proverbs and Prophets (Wisdom Literature and Exile in the Bible)

Dec 26, 2024

38:54

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley continue the story of scripture by looking at the wisdom literature and the prophets.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

What happens from the time Israel departs Sinai until the end of the Old Testament?
What is wisdom literature? Why does it matter?
Which book has been the most formative for you?
How is wisdom situational?
What is exile?
What role do the prophets play in the story of the Bible?
What confuses people when they read the prophets?
How do we read in the prophets?

Helpful Definitions:

Wisdom Literature: Jobs, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon. These books help us to live well in the face of God in all life's circumstances.
Exile: Being sent out of the presence of God.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

1 Kings 8, Genesis 3
“Three Philosophies of Life” by Peter Kreeft

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