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

Episode Summary:

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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