In this episode of Genesis Marks the Spot, we trace the theme of wine as joy in Scripture—what it means to share in divine abundance, and how the vine tells a story of provision, blessing, and worship. This is the first of (at least) a trilogy exploring the biblical theology of wine: from joy to judgment to covenant. With stops in Genesis, Psalms, Judges, Proverbs, and Deuteronomy—and a splash of The Princess Bride—we'll see how the Bible’s portrayal of wine is more than metaphor; it’s a theological lens on joy, justice, and God’s hospitality.

Key themes:

Wine in creation and covenant
Tithing and feasting in Deuteronomy
Milk and honey vs. wine and grain
Judges 9 as a joyful refusal of power
Wisdom’s table and the Lord’s Table

Listen in and discover: joy is not just allowed—it’s commanded.

Check out the accompanying blog post with charts! As You Drink: Wine, Worship, and the God Who Feasts With Us

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Music Credit:
“Marble Machine” by Wintergatan
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The Cup of Joy: Wine, Blessing, and Sacred Celebration - Episode 124