Have you ever wondered about the exact details of the world's beginning? In this episode of The Wisdom Journey, Stephen Davey dives into Genesis to guide you through the first five days of history. From the creation of light and darkness on Day One to filling the waters and sky with living creatures on Day Five, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for God’s incredible creativity and power. Why does it matter whether God created everything in six literal days? Because it tells us about His authority, precision, and purpose. The Bible makes it clear—God wasn’t just making things; He was crafting the foundation of life itself, day by day.
Have you ever wondered why Genesis 1:1 is so important? In this episode of The Wisdom Journey, Stephen Davey takes you back to the very beginning—to the foundational truth that “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Why is this statement more than just an introduction to the Bible? Because it reveals who God is: the sovereign Creator who spoke everything into existence. But even more than that, it introduces a God who cares deeply for His creation, including you. Stephen explains how believing in God as the Creator affects every part of your faith—and how it gives you strength to face even the hardest moments of your life.
The final words of Revelation remind us of the blessing we have in God's Word. They assure us of the sufficiency of the Bible and invite all to come to Christ and to look for the sure promise of His return.
As we survey the biblical revelation of our eternal home, we find it to be a place filled with God's glory and our complete enjoyment. And what could be more enjoyable and fulfilling than living in complete absence of sin and in the presence of our holy God?
The eternal dwelling place of God's redeemed people is mind-boggling. It is unimaginably enormous in size and decorated with precious stones of massive size and incomparable beauty. And most importantly, it will be an unending expression of God's glory and grace.
What is heaven like? Most of what we know about heaven is found in the book of Revelation, and chapter 21 of that book reveals that the ultimate destination of Christians is not "up there" but "down here" on a new earth.
Revelation 20 describes two very different outcomes for followers of Christ and those who reject the Savior. This is a stark reminder that decisions we make now will affect our future and that the future the Bible describes should affect the way we live today.
The coming events prophesied in God's Word can seem deeply troubling, but they are clear evidence, not only of human depravity, but also of God's holiness, grace, and sovereignty. In particular, Christ's return is cause for eternal praise of our Redeemer.
The rebellious, human-centered attitudes evident so long ago in Babylon continue to bear bitter fruit in the lives of people today. They will become even more prominent in a future Babylon. But as that city demonstrates, all opposition to God will eventually be subdued.
God's end-time judgments continue in Revelation 16. Here we not only see God's infinite power at work but are also reminded of His perfect justice and the depravity and hardness of those who reject Christ.
Psalm 51 records David’s heartfelt confession after his sin with Bathsheba, and Stephen Davey explains it as a model of genuine repentance. He begins with David’s petition—a plea for mercy based on God’s steadfast love. Aware of the weight of his guilt, David asks God to blot out his transgressions, wash away his iniquity, and cleanse him from sin. The second step is admission: David accepts full responsibility, refusing to blame others and acknowledging his fallen nature. His sin, he admits, flows from the sinful heart of humanity inherited from Adam. Next comes restoration: David pleads, “Create in me a clean heart, O God,” recognizing that only divine power can renew what sin has corrupted. Finally, his resolution is to teach others from his failure—to lead sinners back to God through honesty and repentance. Davey concludes that true confession involves humble honesty, complete dependence on God’s mercy, and a transformed resolve to live transparently before Him, proving that no sin is too great for God’s restoring grace.
Psalms 42–44 open the second book of Psalms, where Stephen Davey explains that God invites believers to pour out their hearts to Him with complete honesty. The sons of Korah—descendants of a rebel who chose faithfulness—wrote of spiritual dryness and discouragement: “My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.” Davey notes that even when God seems silent, He is never absent. These psalms teach believers to trust and wait for the Lord, declaring, “Hope in God; for I shall again praise Him, my salvation and my God.” In Psalm 44, this personal trust expands to national suffering as Israel endures consequences for sin yet clings to God’s covenant faithfulness. Paul later cites this psalm to remind believers that suffering is not abandonment but evidence of spiritual maturity. Through these lessons, Davey encourages believers to be honest with God, steadfast in hope, and confident that even in dry seasons, God remains their salvation and strength.
In The Voice of Creation (Psalm 19:1–8a), Stephen Davey contrasts Carl Sagan’s hopeless view of a silent universe with David’s joyful proclamation that creation declares the glory of God. Davey explains that the heavens continually reveal God’s signature, wisdom, and grace—a universal testimony to His power and creativity. The beauty, complexity, and order of nature point unmistakably to a Designer, but this general revelation alone cannot save; it must be joined with the special revelation of God’s Word. David moves from calling God El (Creator) to Yahweh (personal Redeemer), showing that Scripture revives the soul, makes the simple wise, and causes the heart to rejoice. Davey concludes that while creation proves God’s existence, His Word reveals His character and plan of redemption. Believers, therefore, should worship the Creator revealed both in the world around us and in the inspired Word that leads us back to Him.
This lesson from Deuteronomy 16–26 emphasizes God's righteousness as the standard for all of life. Moses reviews the importance of righteous leadership—judges, kings, priests, and prophets—who are called to uphold justice and truth. God's laws are revisited to guide Israel in holy living, covering areas like inheritance, morality, and societal order. These commands act like protective boundaries, showing how a righteous person should live. Finally, Israel’s worship is tied to gratitude and public acknowledgment of God's faithfulness. The lesson encourages believers to live righteously, not just privately but visibly, so the world sees God's wisdom and character through them.
This lesson explores two psalms that reveal God’s justice and His grace. In Psalm 7, David cries out to God after enduring slander and unjust attacks. Instead of retaliating, he opens himself to God’s inspection, asking the Lord to judge his heart and use the hurtful words for personal growth. The psalm reminds us that even when vindication never comes, God uses trials to deepen our relationship with Him. In Psalm 8, David marvels at God’s majesty in creation, overwhelmed that the Creator of the universe cares for humanity. He affirms that mankind was made a little lower than God, crowned with glory and honor, and given dominion over the earth. Though sin has marred that design, the promise of co-reigning with Christ in His coming kingdom points to our future hope. Together, these psalms teach that God is both just in dealing with injustice and gracious in elevating the weak, calling us to trust His evaluation of our worth and our role in His eternal plan.
