4. History and Prophets
Bible101—Understanding Old Testament Structure
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As the Historical books continue the story of God’s chosen people, we dive into their overlap with the Prophetic Era and, eventually, the Kingdom Era, where Israel divides into two factions of the North and South Kingdom. All throughout, we will see God calling to his people again and again, “Repent! And be saved.” Let’s dive in.
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