Genesis 11:1-26: Babel: It Wasn't About the Tower

The world spoke one language. One voice. One people. And deep down, one fear. God had said, “Fill the earth.” But they said, “Let’s stay. Let’s build. Let’s make a name for ourselves.” They built a tower, not just of bricks, but of pride and fear. They rebelled against God’s will and gathered around a monument to self-preservation. Their fear of being scattered would come to pass regardless, as God came down and corrected the course of history.

The Rev. Steven Cholak, assistant pastor and chaplain at Our Savior Lutheran Church and School in Houston, TX, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Genesis 10.

Genesis isn’t just the start of the Bible; it’s the foundation of everything. Creation, sin, judgment, grace, covenant, and promise all take root in this remarkable book. The stories are ancient, but their truths are eternal.

In this new series from Thy Strong Word, Pastor Phil Booe and his guests walk verse by verse through Genesis, exploring how God reveals Himself as Creator, Judge, and Redeemer. From the grandeur of the cosmos to the struggles of ordinary families, Genesis introduces us to a God who speaks, acts, and keeps His promises. So, whether you’ve read it a hundred times or are just now cracking it open for a serious look, this series will help you see Genesis with fresh eyes—and a deeper faith.

Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God’s Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.