Episode #104 – The Story of Sodom

Episode Summary:

In this episode Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley dive into Genesis 17-19 to discuss why Sarah laughs, a Christophany?, and what really happens at Sodom.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

  • So the Lord appears to Abraham and they begin a conversation about Sarah. This sounds like the beginning of Genesis 17, is this the same encounter from a different angle or is it a different event?

  • Why is Sarah laughing?

  • Is one of these three men a Chirstophany?

  • What happens when Sarah lies to God?

  • Abraham starts to talk with God, is Abraham changing God’s mind in this passage?

  • Why is Lot rescued, is it because he is righteous?

  • Why is Lot at the gate?

  • What really happens at Sodom?

  • What is Sodom’s primary sin?

  • Is there a significance to salt? (Genesis 19:26)

Helpful Definitions:

  • Christophany: An appearance of the Son of God before the incarnation.

  • Immutable: God is always the same.

  • Impassibility: God does not feel emotions.

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