Today we read Genesis 24, which tells a wonderful story of God’s providence and leading, bringing Isaac and Rebekah together through a faithful servant and some pretty amazing signs. Theodore Epp, of Back to the Bible, makes this interesting observation at the end of the very eventful chapter: Have you ever considered yourself so small … More Isaac: A Common Man
January 9 Genesis 24 (ESV) Isaac and Rebekah 24:1 Now Abraham was old, well advanced in years. And the Lord had blessed Abraham in all things. 2 And Abraham said to his servant, the oldest of his household, who had charge of all that he had, “Put your hand under my thigh, 3 that I may make you swear by the Lord, the … More January 9 Genesis 24
Today we read Genesis 21-23, the story of Abraham and Isaac. To shed more light on this, here are insights from Henry Law, 1797-1884, a teacher/preacher in the evangelical party of the Church of England and a prolific writer, including this wonderful nugget from The Gospel in the Pentateuch, found at “Grace Gems!” For three … More Henry Law: A restoring God is love in higher heights.
January 8 Genesis 21-23 (ESV) The Birth of Isaac 21:1 The Lord visited Sarah as he had said, and the Lord did to Sarah as he had promised. 2 And Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age at the time of which God had spoken to him. 3 Abraham called the name of his … More January 8 Genesis 21-23
Then the men said to Lot, “Have you anyone else here? Sons-in-law, sons, daughters, or anyone you have in the city, bring them out of the place. For we are about to destroy this place, because the outcry against its people has become great before the Lord, and the Lord has sent us to destroy … More God pursues with amazing mercy
January 7 Psalm 7 (ESV) O Lord, Do Not Delay To the choirmaster. Of David, for the memorial offering. 70:1 Make haste, O God, to deliver me! O Lord, make haste to help me! 2 Let them be put to shame and confusion who seek my life! Let them be turned back and brought to dishonor who delight in … More January 7 Psalm 7
January 7 Genesis 18-20 (ESV) 18:1 And the Lord appeared to him by the oaks [1] of Mamre, as he sat at the door of his tent in the heat of the day. 2 He lifted up his eyes and looked, and behold, three men were standing in front of him. When he saw them, he ran from the tent door to … More January 7 Genesis 18-20
Today we read Genesis 15-17 in our reading plan. R.C. Sproul says Genesis 15:17 is his all-time favorite verse… “When the sun had gone down and it was dark, behold, a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch passed between these pieces. “ Hmmm…. There must be some mistake…. Really? Smoking fire pot? Really? Flaming … More A favorite Bible verse about a smoking fire pot?
January 6 Genesis 15-17 (ESV) God’s Covenant with Abram 15:1 After these things the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision: “Fear not, Abram, I am your shield; your reward shall be very great.” 2 But Abram said, “O Lord God, what will you give me, for I continue [1] childless, and the heir of my house is Eliezer of … More January 6 Genesis 15-17
Pastor Sam Crabtree of The North Church, Mounds View, MN preached a sermon on Genesis 13-14 9part of our reading plan today), “God Most High Possessor of Heaven and Earth.” Here is from his conclusion: While Abram’s faith in God is growing, so is his character. That’s how it works. Observe several Christ-like character qualities … More God Most High, Possessor Of Heaven And Earth
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