That the World May Know — Volume 1: Promised Land
Journey through Israel with historian and teacher Ray Vander Laan, and discover a fresh perspective on the stories you know. This first volume of *That the World May Know* isn't just about reading Scripture—it’s about experiencing it. Wade into the waters of the Jordan River, symbolically sharing life-giving hope; offer your “first fruits” at Jericho as an act of faith and trust in God’s provision; and learn how to actively confront injustice, using everyday tools to bring redemption and impact the world for His glory. Prepare to see the Bible come alive within its historical context—a journey that will profoundly reshape your understanding. (formerly known as *Faith Lessons*)
## Lesson 1.1 | At the Crossroads Living faithfully to God within a prevailing culture. The ancient city of Tel Gezer, a key juncture for vital trade routes like the Via Maris, presented a pivotal opportunity. God intended for Israel …
## Lesson 1.2 | Wet Feet Living for God Where Culture Is Influenced This lesson examines the Israelites’ crossing of the Jordan River, a pivotal moment in their history and a powerful emblem of faith and obedience. They confronted a f…
## First Fruits **Lesson 1.3 | Living for God Where Culture Is Influenced** The biblical concept of first fruits speaks to offering the first and choicest of one's harvest or possessions to God, a recognition that all blessings origin…
## Lesson 1.4 | Facing Adversity **Living Faithfully Amidst Cultural Currents** Filmed in Tel Beth Shemesh, a place of great significance in the Promised Land, this lesson examines the difficulties of maintaining faithfulness when sur…
## Lesson 1.5 | The Weight of Culture Living devotedly in a world shaped by cultural forces. In antiquity, mastery of ironworking signified power and dominion. The Philistines, skilled in this craft, initially held sway over the Israe…
