In this lesson we will discuss the Bible as a religious text in five parts Before we begin

discussing the Bible to understand prophecy deeper Something I will be saying throughout these lessons is when it

comes to prophecy there is prophecy that has already happened such as Christ's birth crucifixion and prophecy

that has yet to come such as the end times second coming great white throne judgment But all

prophecy is God breathed with zero mistakes and happens is happening on God's timeline We

want to understand prophecy to help understand God and what God put in the Bible

He wants us to learn know and share So let's talk about the Bible OK a Timeless legacy

The Bible often referred to as the good book is a literary masterpiece and a spiritual guide It

encompasses diverse genres from historical narratives to poetic expression providing a very comprehensive overview of human experiences and God in

the divine Its pages hold stories that have really captivated us and our minds and verses that have

served as beacons in some very dark times So what are some verses to help us get started Your word

is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path Psalm 1 19 105 For the

word of God is alive and active sharper than any double edged sword It penetrates

even to dividing soul and spirit joints and marrow It judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart Hebrews

acts You have The Old Testament and you have the New Testament The Old Testament It lays the

groundwork introducing us to the creator the covenant and the journey of a chosen people

Now the New Testament brings forth the combination introducing us to the Messiah the savior

and a new covenant in the beginning God created the heavens and the earth And we see this in

Genesis 11 for I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord plans for welfare and not

for evil to give you a future and a hope we see this in Jeremiah 2911 Now understanding prophecy

within the biblical context is not just about predicting the future It's a revelation a divine

revelation a peek behind the curtain of time So this section encourages us to appreciate the

diversity of prophetic messages that are woven intricately into the biblical narrative So what are some more verses to

highlight this Surely the sovereign Lord does nothing without revealing his plan to his servants the prophets

We see this in Amos 37 I make known the end from the beginning from

ancient times What is still to come Isaiah 4610 So what are some embracing themes of creation covenant and kingdom

as we navigate this section we encounter key themes that resonate throughout the Bible They are creation covenant and

Kingdom of God emerging as the three pillars So this really holds the narrative together These

themes provide a lens through which we can understand the broader context of the biblical story We see

some verses here that highlight this in the beginning God created the heavens and the earth We see

this in Genesis 11 I will establish my covenant as an everlasting covenant between me and you and

your descendants after you For the generations to come Genesis 17 7 your kingdom come your will be done on

earth as it is in heaven Matthew 610 So what is the call to dialogue and understanding

that we see here This section really gives us the importance of the approaching of studying prophecy with

an open mind and a respect for interpretation The Bible is filled with perspectives healthy dialogue really

enhances our understanding some verses that can inspire this come Now let us settle the matter through your

sins are like scarlet They shall be as white as snow Isaiah 118 as iron sharpens iron

as one person sharpens another Proverbs 2717 So in conclusion a prelude to wisdom in the Bible this is really

unfolding It's wisdom throughout history prophecy and themes that are building through the age And the

next lecture we will start defining prophecy in the biblical context