Ep 25. Genesis 4: Cain Murders Abel / A Study in Salvation

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In this episode, we dive into Genesis 4, exploring the story of Cain and Abel as a reflection of humanity’s heart post-Fall. Cain’s offering, rooted in entitlement, contrasts sharply with Abel’s faith-driven sacrifice. This chapter illustrates the vertical and horizontal relational fractures caused by sin—first with God, then with one another. Cain’s unchecked anger leads to murder, showing how envy and entitlement corrupt deeply. God’s interaction with Cain underscores the choice between humility and destructive pride. The episode connects this story to the Gospel, where Jesus reverses humanity’s failures, offering mercy in place of vengeance. Themes of faith, forgiveness, and redemption shine, reminding us to embrace humility and grace in every aspect of life.

00:00-Intro and Purpose
00:27-Ezekiel’s Vision and Sin
07:27-Genesis 4 Overview
10:09-Cain and Abel’s Offerings
17:29-Cain’s Anger and God’s Warning
29:04-Heart Behind Sacrifice
39:45-Sin Crouching at the Door
52:06-Cain Kills Abel
58:52-God’s Confrontation of Cain
01:06:00-Line of Cain’s Descendants
01:09:25-Jesus’ Teachings on Forgiveness
01:13:21-Closing Reflections

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