Pentateuch

The Pentateuch is what we call the first five books of the Old Testament: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. These books contain core stories from Creation through the life of Moses. The stories have history at their core but are told as faith "stories" to teach lessons about the Israelites growing relationship with God. These five books are the basis of God's salvation history.

Prophets of the Old Testament

The word 'prophet' means spokesperson. A prophet in the Old Testament was a person who spoke for God, one who spoke the truth of God to the community of Israel. Prophets experienced life as any other Israelite did, but they always asked the question, "How is God speaking to us in this or that event?"

The Great Stories: Historical Books of the Bible

These resources will introduce participants to the books, characters, and themes in the Historical Books of the Bible.

The Ten Commandments

Natural Law guided communities for thousands of years prior to the development of written codes of law. The Ten Commandments represent revealed law and continue to guide communities to harmonious living. The commandments find their fulfillment in the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth.

Wisdom Literature

The Wisdom Books of the Old Testament are a treasure trove of practical guidance for daily living. Biblical wisdom is cultural wisdom expressed through the lens of faith in God.

Intro to Old Testament

A collection of resources that offer an introduction to the Old Testament.

The Responding Community • FIRE

Review of the Year

This session is a review of the history of the Chosen People. • By Kathleen O'Connell Chesto