This episode of Genesis Marks the Spot centers on an example of biblical theology, reframing how we understand law—not as rigid legislation, but as wisdom anchored in covenant relationship. Drawing from The Lost World of the Torah by John Walton and J. Harvey Walton, Carey challenges modern assumptions about law, obedience, and divine command theory, while weaving in reflections on context, tradition, and the role of interpretation in the church.

Why does it matter how we define “law”? What does Torah as wisdom mean for our modern theological frameworks? And how can covenant thinking reshape our understanding of justice, purity, and faithfulness?

Carey doesn’t shy away from the complexities—she explores the intersection of Scripture, culture, and context with clarity and conviction. If you’ve ever wrestled with the law/grace debate or wondered how ancient covenants connect with contemporary discipleship, this episode is for you.

Plus, Carey shares details about an exciting new community platform for deeper study, discussion, and collaboration in biblical theology. Don’t miss it!

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Music credit: "Marble Machine" by Wintergatan

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00:00:00 Wisdom, Wine, and the Covenant Trail
00:04:56 Defining What’s Essential in Church and Sacrament
00:06:55 What Do We Do With All This Theology?
00:10:27 Interpretation: Why No Method is Sufficient Alone
00:13:35 Walton Framework: Torah as Covenant, Not Legislation
00:17:54 Can We Ever Really Leave Our Context Behind?
00:22:05 Law as Order: Oracles, Wisdom, and the Ancient Mindset
00:27:32 Legal Frameworks: Divine Command, Natural Law, and Legalism Today
00:32:45 Torah and the Two Ways: Life Through Wisdom, Not Death by Rulekeeping
00:38:49 Covenant Obligations vs. Codified Law
00:46:00 Holiness and Identity: More Than Moral Behavior
00:50:00 Sacrifice and Covenant: Participation, Not Propitiation
00:55:19 Law, Covenant, and the Ten Words: Genre Mashup or Divine Treaty?
00:57:52 The Three Pillars: Justice, Purity, and Faithfulness
01:01:22 Wrap-Up: Identity, Wisdom, and What’s Next
01:02:40 New Project Announcement: A Community for Biblical Theology
01:08:30 Final Thoughts and Gratitude