BOOK OF LAW TEST

Introduction to Genesis

• The name "Genesis" comes from the Greek word meaning "beginning" or "generation".
• The book of Genesis is the "seed-plot" for the entire Bible, recording the momentous beginning of the universe, human history, civilization, sin, salvation, sacrifice, marriage, and the family.
• The book is divided into two sections: the first 11 chapters deal with humankind in general, and the last 39 chapters focus on Israel in particular.

Authorship of Genesis

• The author of Genesis is generally agreed to be Moses, as part of the Pentateuch (the first five books of the Bible).
• Although Moses was not alive when the events in Genesis occurred, the Spirit directed him in his writing.

Purpose of Genesis

• The purpose of Genesis is to explain the beginnings of man and sin, and Israel and God's plan of salvation.
• A key theme in Genesis is divine election, where God chooses to deal with certain individuals and nations.

Key Points in Genesis

• Genesis records the creation of the world and the first humans, Adam and Eve.
• The book covers the early history of humanity, including the early descendants of Adam and the flood.
• The last section of Genesis focuses on the lives of four men: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph.

Christ in Genesis

• Christ is found in Genesis, with references to Him as the creative Word, the Last Adam, the Seed of the woman, and more.
• The lives of these men in Genesis, such as Abraham and Isaac, also contain types and symbols of Christ and the believer.

Comparison to Revelation

• The beginnings recorded in Genesis have their fulfillment in Revelation.
• Both books deal with the creation of the world, the defeat of Satan, and the redemption of humanity.

Introduction to Exodus

• The name "Exodus" means "the way out", describing Israel's bondage in Egypt and their deliverance by God.
• The book presents many pictures of our salvation through Christ.

Authorship of Exodus

• The author of Exodus is also believed to be Moses, with the unity of the book and eyewitness accounts supporting this conclusion.
• Christ affirmed the Mosaic authorship of the book.

Purpose of Exodus

• The purpose of Exodus is to record the deliverance of Israel from Egypt and present the basic historical facts about the origins of the Hebrew nation and its religious ceremonies.
• The book is also a picture of Christ and the redemption He purchased at the cross.

Key Points in Exodus

• Exodus records the call of Moses, the plagues on Egypt, and the Israelites' departure from Egypt.
• The book describes the giving of the Law on Mount Sinai and the construction of the tabernacle.

Types in Exodus

• Types in Exodus include:
  • Egypt as a type of the world system, opposing God's people and trying to keep them in bondage.
  • Pharaoh as a type of Satan, demanding worship and defying God.
  • Israel as a type of the church, delivered from the bondage of the world and led on a pilgrim journey.
  • Moses as a type of Christ, God's Prophet.

Introduction to Leviticus

• The name "Leviticus" means "pertaining to the Levites", who were the members of Aaron's family responsible for helping the priests in the service of the tabernacle.
• The book contains divine instructions for the priests concerning the various sacrifices, the feasts, and the laws of separation.

Theme of Leviticus

• The theme of Leviticus is separation and communion, explaining how sinful man may walk in communion with God.
• The book emphasizes the importance of holiness and purity, with the words "holy" and "holiness" found over 80 times.

Sacrifice in Leviticus

• The book of Leviticus deals with sacrifice and blood, themes that are repulsive to modern minds.
• The shed blood of the OT sacrifices could only cover sin, pointing ahead to the Savior whose death would finish the work of redemption.
• The sacrifices illustrate various aspects of Christ's Person and work.

Practical Lessons from Leviticus

• The book teaches the awfulness of sin, the holiness of God, and the graciousness of God.
• The book emphasizes the importance of faith, with the phrase "it shall be forgiven" used at least 10 times.

Introduction to Numbers

• The book of Numbers takes its name from the two numberings of the men of war in chapters 1-4 and 26-27.
• The book describes the failure of the nation at Kadesh-Barnea and their wanderings in the wilderness until the unbelieving older generation died.

Theme of Numbers

• The theme of Numbers is the failure of the nation and the importance of faith.
• The book teaches that God honors faith and punishes unbelief, and that many Christians today are "in between" in their spiritual lives, having been delivered from Egypt but not yet entering into their inheritance in Christ.

Spiritual Lesson from Numbers

• The book emphasizes the importance of trusting God's Word, with the nation's failure to enter into their inheritance due to unbelief.
• The book teaches that Christians must claim their spiritual inheritance in Christ by faith, and that they will not grow or fulfill God's purpose for their lives by failing to trust God.

Introduction to Deuteronomy

• The name "Deuteronomy" means "second law", as the book restates the original Law to the new generation.
• The book's purpose is to prepare the new generation to enter the Promised Land, and to emphasize the importance of obedience and faith.

Purpose of Deuteronomy

• The book is written to prepare the new generation to enter the Promised Land, and to emphasize the importance of obedience and faith.
• The book restates the original Law, and emphasizes the importance of love and heart obedience.

Key Points in Deuteronomy

• The book emphasizes the importance of love and heart obedience, with the words "love" and "heart" repeated throughout the book.
• The book teaches that blessings come when the heart is right, and that the people must hear God's Word, love Him, and hearken (obey) to possess the land.