Episode The Story of Dan | Week 1
While some Bible stories surprise us, they all help us understand more about God and His plan! Discover how God was faithful to redeem the tribe of Dan and all of Israel with special guest and archaeologist Dr. Jonathan Greer.
Chapter 1
There are some stories in the Bible that leave us saying, “This is not the way it’s supposed to be!” This week, the Discover the Word group begins a look at one of those called The Story of Dan. Bill Crowder, Daniel Ryan Day, and Elisa Morgan are joined by special guest, professor and archaeologist Dr. Jonathan Greer, to explore the story of Jacob’s fifth son, Dan, and his ancestors and the city that bears his name. How do we make sense of some of those troubling stories?
Chapter 2
Do you have any famous or infamous people in your family tree? Well, as the Discover the Word group continues to explore The Story of Dan, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, they discover how probably the most famous Danite proved not to be God’s ideal deliverer, but in so many ways points to the one who would be. Who is the most recognizable name in Dan’s family tree? That’s what you discover in this conversation.
Chapter 3
Have you ever been forced to move? Well, in this Discover the Word conversation, archaeologist Dr. Jonathan Greer helps the group continue to explore The Story of Dan, and why the Danites had to move from their original home. It was a “shady migration” that definitely influenced their legacy. Discover how geography is a factor that leaves us saying, “This is not the way it’s supposed to be!” Learn more about The Story of Dan.
Chapter 4
It’s one of the 10 Commandments in Exodus chapter twenty—“No graven images”—no idols. Well, in this Discover the Word conversation, continue to explore how The Story of Dan, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, fits into the bigger story the Bible is telling. Join the group for a conversation about idols and discover the impact that doing the right thing in the wrong way had on The Story of Dan.
Chapter 5
Sometimes we think we’re following God, but still feel the need to take matters into our own hands. Join the Discover the Word group as they continue exploring the story of the tribe of Dan and their mixed legacy when it comes to worshipping God. Discover how easy it is to set out to seek God only to miss Him in the process—both for the Danites and for us. Wrap up week one of The Story of Dan with Dr Jonathan Greer.
About This Episode
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So much of Dan’s story leaves us saying “That’s not the way it’s supposed to be.” From his troubling conception to the Danites forced migration, this tribe does things their own way, mixing legitimate devotion to God with misguided methods of worshipping and serving Him. But ultimately, Dan, his family, and his city set the stage for the coming of the One who redeems all things into the way they should be.
Reflect
- Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you?
- Dan’s conception began with his mother taking matters into her own hands (from Genesis 30:1-6). In what ways might you be taking a matter in your life into your own hands?
- Micah wanted to seek God but he didn’t involve God in the process (from Judges 17:1-18). In what ways might you be seeking God without involving Him?
- The Danites worshipped the true God but they did it in a false way (from Judges 18:3-10). In what ways might you be trying to worship God but miss Him in the process?
Respond
(Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)
“Jesus, help me seek You and find You and worship You with the right motivations. Show me when I may be getting off track following You with the wrong motivations, and lead me to stay on track.”
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