“Helper” in Genesis 2:18 isn’t a downgrade—it’s ezer kenegdo: a powerful ally corresponding to. Steve & Colleen explore God’s original design, how sin distorted it, and how Jesus restores mutuality (Gal 3:28). Practical for marriage, ministry, friendships, and singles—plus a Zechariah 2:5 prayer of protection and presence.
Here's the link to prayer of protection: https://embracingbrokenness.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/A-Wall-of-Fire-Around-Us-Crafted-Prayer-Zechariah-2-5.pdf
Chapters
0:00 – Opening: generational context & show intro
1:42 – Welcome back; why Genesis; episode title set-up
3:52 – Prayer of protection (Zechariah 2:5)
5:19 – Why pray aloud; prison context; PDF mention
7:26 – Genesis 2:18 read; intro to ezer kenegdo
9:45 – “Helper” and identity: Colleen’s story
12:03 – God as ezer (rescuer/ally)
13:07 – Psalm 33:20 (ESV) — “he is our help and our shield”
14:30 – Kenegdo = corresponding/face-to-face; headship/submission clarified
15:17 – Misuse of “submission”; weight of responsibility on the head
17:11 – The Fall’s fracture (Genesis 3:16)
18:44 – Consequences vs “curse” explained
22:28 – Passivity & cultural misuse (lighthearted “15:1 words” moment)
23:55 – Missing female leadership; global harms (trafficking/war)
28:13 – Restoration in Christ (Galatians 3:28)
30:13 – Jesus’ model: children, Samaritan woman, bleeding woman; Deborah
34:45 – Personal stories: upbringing & marriage dynamics
36:38 – Complementary gifts in ministry (“professor” bit)
38:38 – Serving posture & witness; mission snapshots
42:35 – Partnership anecdotes & outside observations
44:53 – For singles & spiritual companionship (Ecclesiastes 4:9–10)
46:53 – Abiding in Christ & finding community
47:29 – “Tapestry” metaphor & New Jerusalem vision
51:16 – Closing reflections
51:36 – Outro / blessings
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