Psalms Overview (Part 1)
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Psalms Overview (Part 1)
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In this informative overview, Steve Gregg discusses the book of Psalms in the Old Testament, highlighting its unique features as a collection of poetry containing prayers, praises, and prophetic messages. Gregg notes the use of parallelism and acrostic poems as common features in Hebrew poetry and the emotional power these techniques can wield. The discussion also touches on the Messianic significance of the Psalms, with several types of psalms seen as referring to the reign of the Messiah and containing various names and titles for him.
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In this overview, Steve Gregg explores the different categories of Psalms, including Messianic, penitential, and imprecatory Psalms. He discusses how
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Proverbs Overview (Part 1)
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In this overview of the Book of Proverbs, Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of wisdom and how it extends beyond mere intellect to include moral an
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Job Overview (Q&A)
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In this Q&A, Steve Gregg delves into the question of why good people suffer and how it relates to the fundamental value of the universe, God's glory.
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