by gatzntmy | Aug 12, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 27 and 28, which talks about Jacob stealing the blessing, leaving to find a wife, and vowing faithfulness to God. Jacob did follow Rebekah’s directions and take the foretold blessing. Jacob obeyed both his parents in leaving to go look for a...
by gatzntmy | Aug 11, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 26, when Isaac interacted with Abimelech. Isaac had similar experiences that his father Abraham faced. Abraham’s blessings in those situations also came to Isaac. Today I considered how the blessings of the past flow to us and the need to remember...
by gatzntmy | Aug 10, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 25, about Abraham’s preparations for death, Ishmael’s descendants, and the fate of Jacob and Esau. Today I considered how we should be prepare for our death like Abraham, God providing for all our descendants, and directing our resources to those...
by gatzntmy | Aug 9, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 24 about how Isaac gained his wife Rebekah. Isaac did not choose his spouse. His father’s servant chose Isaac’s spouse. Today I considered how trusted individuals can be a blessing to our lives and God can bless us beyond our spoken prayers...
by gatzntmy | Aug 8, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 22 and 23, which talks about God testing Abraham’s faith and Sarah’s death. God asked for what Abraham considered precious and Abraham was willing to give it to God. Abraham also received favor where he dwelt in obtaining the land he requested for...
