In Chapter 15 of Genesis, we have Three Major Parts: Part A. God’s Promise (verses 1, 4-5, 7) First comes God’s Command to Abram, “Fear not, Abram.” In the rest of verse 1, we see God’s Consolation, “I am thy shield (or protector), and thy … [Read more...]
Genesis means “beginning” or “origin.” The Book of Genesis begins with God. The first Book of the Bible unfolds the story of the beginning of the world, of human history, of family, of civilization, of salvation. It shows the tragedy and consequences of sin; and the promise and assurance of salvation. It is the story of God’s Purpose and Plan for His People.
Melchizedek
Genesis 14:18-20 In Chapter 14 of Genesis, we have the appearance of Melchizedek to Abram. There are several questions surrounding Melchizedek. We ask: Who was he? What is his significance? Was he a literal man, or a theophany? The First … [Read more...]
Confirmation after Separation
Text verses: Genesis 13:14-18 Abram and Lot have now separated as to where they live. Lot chose the well-watered plains of Jordan, where the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah were located, very wicked cities. But Abram had moved to the plain of Mamre, … [Read more...]
The Importance of Our Choices
“Abram dwelled in the land of Canaan, and Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain, and pitched his tent toward Sodom.” (Genesis 13:12) Where have you pitched your tent? The stage has been set for Abram and Lot to finally separate, as God had … [Read more...]
Little Things God Uses to Bring About His Purpose
Text verses: Genesis 13:5-9 God, in His Sovereign Selection of Abram to be used as the Father of the Faithful, had related to Abram that the first matter of importance of being used in His service was separation. “Now the LORD had said unto … [Read more...]
Getting Rich Off the Enemy
“And Abram went up out of Egypt, he, and his wife, and all that he had, and Lot with him, into the south.” (Genesis 13:1) “And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold.” (Genesis 13:2) Even when Abram demonstrated his lack of … [Read more...]
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