Knowing Faith

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

39 min • 26 december 2024

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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