When we look at the world around us, we recognize that something is wrong. We see injustice, suffering, violence, and broken relationships, yet people often disagree about the source of these problems and how they can be addressed. Competing cultural narratives offer different definitions of good and evil, definitions that frequently shift with the values of society. Genesis offers a different perspective. The Hebrew text presents God's vision for creation and traces the origins of evil to humanity's decision to define good and evil on its own terms rather than according to God's wisdom. This lecture explores how Genesis understands evil, human rebellion, and the brokenness that continues to shape the world.

Dr Faro (PhD, MDiv) is Interim President and Professor of Old Testament at Northern Seminary in the Chicago area. She previously served as Dean of Academic Affairs at Northern, Dean of Theology at the Scandinavian School of Theology in Sweden, and Director of Masters Programs at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School where she also taught Hebrew and Old Testament.

The book of Job tells a story of displacement and restoration. Though declared righteous, Job loses his household, social standing, and security, becoming a figure who experiences many of the vulnerabilities associated with homelessness. His suffering and the speeches of his friends invite readers to reconsider what it means to be at home or without a home. Throughout the book, secure dwelling is often associated with blessing, while homelessness is linked either to injustice suffered at the hands of others or to divine judgment. By examining these contrasting images, this lecture explores how Job complicates traditional assumptions about suffering, justice, and divine retribution.

Dr. Magallanes-Tsang (PhD, MA) is Assistant Professor of Old Testament at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago. Before joining North Park, she taught Old and New Testament courses for seventeen years in university and seminary settings, including Spanish- and English-language courses at Fuller Theological Seminary. Her research focuses on Hebrew Wisdom Literature, Old Testament interpretation, and Latino/a/e hermeneutics.

Dr. Sloan (PhD, MLitt, MATS) is Associate Professor of Early Christianity and Chair of the Department of Theology at Houston Christian University, where he also serves as Program Coordinator for the MA in Theological Studies. His teaching and research focus on the New Testament, Early Christianity, and theological interpretation.