Engage Thursday Bible Study – February 12, 2026 | The Bible, Its Blackness, & Me – Week 3

Title: The Bible, Its Blackness, & Me - Week 3

Scripture:

Jeremiah 38:7–13 

1 Kings 10:1-13

Luke 23:26 

Acts 8:34–39

Summary:

In this Engage Thursday Bible Study, we continued exploring the reality of Black presence within Scripture and what that means for our faith today. By examining the genealogies and nations listed in Genesis 10, we were reminded that the Bible is not culturally narrow — it is historically and globally expansive. God’s story has always included diverse people, lands, and legacies. Understanding this helps us see ourselves not as outsiders to Scripture, but as part of God’s unfolding narrative.

Tonight challenged us to read the Bible with deeper awareness, greater confidence, and a renewed sense of belonging in God’s redemptive plan.

Key Takeaways:

• The Bible is geographically and culturally diverse — Africa and African-descended people are present in the biblical narrative.

• Genealogies are not random lists; they establish identity, legacy, and belonging.

• Understanding historical context strengthens faith rather than weakens it.

• Representation in Scripture affirms that God’s covenant and promises extend across nations and generations.

• When we see ourselves in the story, our confidence in God’s promises deepens.

• Our identity is not accidental — it is part of God’s intentional design and divine narrative.