Lessons from the Bible
Volume 1: Genesis-Malachi
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Lessons from the Bible is a two-volume book of 66 meditations. The first volume will consist of books from the Old Testament of the Bible – Genesis – Malachi. Each meditation is written with a congregation in mind. The goal is to encourage the reader – both laity and clergy – to examine the books of the Bible more closely. The result is to apply the scriptures to their everyday life situation.
Each book of the Bible is unique in its own way. The books are meant to not only address the situation the writers found themselves in and the original audience, but to advise future generations who may experience similar situations and circumstances.
The inspiration for the book is to teach, by example, the art of biblical writing and research. The first meditation comes from Genesis 33:1-4, where Jacob decides to return home and reconcile with his brother, Esau. Jacob is expecting a negative reception even though he has been living in Haran for 20 years. Esau, however, has forgiven Jacob for stealing his birthright and blessing. They reconcile and become brothers again. The lesson for us to learn from this text is that forgiveness and restitution are essential to our spiritual, emotional and social growth.
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Lessons from the Bible contains 39 meditations that begin with Genesis and ends with the last prophet listed in the Old Testament, Malachi. The book focuses on the relationship between the original audience and the present reader. It is written to inspire and challenge conservative teaching that would support division in the pew and the pulpit.
About the Author
Dr. Bass is a minister in the A.M.E. Zion Church in Alabama. She has been in ministry for over 44 years. She is a native of New Jersey, and one of 4 siblings. She has pastored many churches and traveled the world preaching and holding workshops on the Bible and how it relates to daily living. She has taught on the college level for over 22 years. She is a widow and has one son, Joshua. Dr. Bass is the author of 3 books.