One of the brightest spots in the life stories of the patriarchs is this little snippet from the flight of Jacob from his brother. Here Jacob has deceived and tricked his brother one time too many, and his mother sent him away to keep him from being killed, and in his flight, on his way … Continue reading Bethel – House of God (Genesis 28:10-22)
More and More (Genesis 25:1-6)
Here is a small passage about the later life of Abraham. After Sarah died, Abraham took another wife, Keturah. This is an obscure story, but one that merits some attention. Keturah bore several sons, some of whom would become nations that Israel would eventually fight in battle, especially Midian. If you notice the details of … Continue reading More and More (Genesis 25:1-6)
Don’t Judge a Book… (Genesis 13:1-14:17)
Abraham began to experience the blessings of God as he journeyed into the land promised to him by God. He and Lot, his nephew, were abounding in flocks and herds--so much so that they were not able to travel together and feed their flocks. Abraham, being the humble man he was, gave Lot the choice … Continue reading Don’t Judge a Book… (Genesis 13:1-14:17)