Studies in Genesis: The Book of Foundations

  • Genesis 00 An Introduction to Genesis

    Begin the book of Genesis with an overview of its message, structure, and importance for the rest of Scripture. Paul J. Bucknell introduces the themes of beginnings, blessing, sin, promise, and God's redeeming purpose.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 00 The Theme of Grace in Genesis

    In this Genesis introduction, Paul J. Bucknell presents Genesis as the Book of Foundations and traces the theme of grace through the opening book of the Bible. From Adam and Eve to Noah, Babel, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, Genesis reveals both the seriousness of human sin and the surprising mercy of God. This message helps viewers see Genesis not only as the beginning of the biblical story, but also as an early witness to God’s faithful plan of redemption.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 1:1-2:3 Creation and the Worship of God

    Paul J. Bucknell and Dr. David Whitcomb lead listeners through Genesis 1:1-2:3 to see why creation is not random but the wise and purposeful work of God. Discover what Genesis 1 reveals about God's power, goodness, and design for humanity, and why the Creator alone deserves our worship, trust, and obedience.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 4:1-12 The Penetration of Evil: Religion Kills

    How does evil move from a fallen world into an ordinary family? Genesis 4:1–12 answers with the chilling story of Cain and Abel, exposing the sin that crouches at every heart and the God who still confronts, warns, and calls people to turn.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 10-11 Unity and Diversity

    Genesis 10-11 explains the spread of the nations and the confusion at Babel. Learn how human pride divides, how God governs the nations, and how true unity must be found under His rule.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 12:1-9 Journey of Faith

    In Genesis 12:1-9, Paul J. Bucknell introduces Abram's journey of faith, showing how God calls His people out of the world, confronts their attachments, and builds their faith through promise, challenge, and worship.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 12-16, 20 Responding to Life Challenges

    In Abraham’s Costly Detours, Paul J. Bucknell examines three dangerous spiritual detours in Abraham’s life—going where he should not go, staying with people he should not keep near, and pursuing God’s promises in ways God never approved. This message helps believers recognize how insecurity, self-reliance, and compromise can distort decision-making, while calling them back to obedience, trust, and God’s wiser way.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 13 Our Life Journey

    In Genesis 13, Paul J. Bucknell traces Abram's faith journey from failure to renewed blessing. This message shows how God restores His people, uses hard decisions to refine their faith, and opens the way for deeper worship and lasting promise through obedience.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 14 Steps to a Growing Faith

    In Genesis 14:1-24, Abram faces conflict, victory, and temptation after triumph. Learn how faith matures through courage, humility, and wholehearted dependence on God.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 21-26 Making Tough Choices:

    This message surveys Genesis 21-26 to trace God's covenant faithfulness through Isaac and Rebekah. See how the Lord provides, leads, and preserves His promises across generations.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 23 Living by Faith

    Genesis 23 may seem like a burial chapter, but it powerfully displays Abraham's faith in God's future promises. This study shows how faith shapes decisions, even in the face of grief and loss.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 28:10-22 Surprising Encounters

    Jacob's encounter with God at Bethel in Genesis 28:10-22 changes the direction of his life. Discover how God meets needy people with surprising grace, promises, and a call to respond.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 31-32 The Making of a Man of God

    Genesis 31-32 reveals how God uses pressure, confrontation, and wrestling to transform Jacob. This message traces the making of a man who learns to cling to God for blessing.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 39 Pursuing Integrity

    Joseph's story in Genesis 39 shows how integrity stands firm under temptation, injustice, and suffering. Learn how faithfulness to God shapes character when no one else seems to care.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 45-50 Resilience in Difficult Times

    Genesis 45-50 shows God's wise and gracious hand at work through Joseph's suffering and restoration. This message offers hope, endurance, and perspective for difficult seasons.

    April, 29, 2026
  • Genesis 50:15-26 Essentials of Forgiveness

    Genesis 50:15-26 brings Joseph's story to a moving close with forgiveness, comfort, and hope in God's purposes. Learn what real forgiveness looks like when wrong has been deep and personal.

    April, 29, 2026