We’re excited to be starting our new series called villains. In this series, we’ll be exploring various of the villains found in the Bible including: Jezebel, Judas and Cain. But you may wonder, why exactly should we study the villains of the Bible? Why not just study the heroes, the ones who we leading a life that we can take an example from? Heroes are easy to admire when we read about them, sure we see them mess up every so often, but they get right with God at the end of the story. There are several reasons why studying villains in the Bible can be beneficial:
- Provides a deeper understanding of human nature: By examining the motives and actions of biblical villains, we can gain insights into the complexities of human nature. This can help us to better understand our own struggles and those of others.
- Reveals important moral lessons: Many of the villains in the Bible serve as cautionary tales, illustrating the consequences of actions such as greed, jealousy, and pride. By studying these characters, we can learn important moral lessons that can guide our own behaviour.
- Enhances biblical literacy: Studying villains in the Bible can help us to better understand the context of the stories and the themes that run throughout the text. This can deepen our appreciation of the Bible as a work of literature and a source of spiritual wisdom.
- Offers insight into the nature of evil: The Bible presents a complex and nuanced view of evil, and studying the villains in the text can help us to better understand the nature of this fundamental human struggle.
- Encourages critical thinking: By analyzing the characters and stories in the Bible, we can develop critical thinking skills that can be applied to other areas of life. This can help us to become more discerning readers and thinkers, as well as more thoughtful and compassionate people.
We hope that you will join us for this new series starting this Sunday at 10am!
