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The last scene of circumcision involved everyone: not only Ishmael, but all the males of Abraham’s household were circumcised (Genesis 17:23-27). The word kol, “all,” “every,” is repeated four times (Genesis 17:23, Genesis 17:27). It is against this inclusive background that God appears to Abraham to confirm the promise of a son “Isaac.” Read Genesis 18:1-15 and Romans 9:9. What lessons of hospitality … Continue reading –>

Read Genesis 17:1-19 and Romans 4:11. What is the spiritual and prophetic significance of the circumcision rite? Abram’s lack of faith, as seen in the preceding story (Genesis chapter 16), broke the flow of Abram’s spiritual journey with God. During that time God was silent. For the first time now, God speaks again to Abram. God reconnects with … Continue reading –>

Read Genesis 16:1-16. What is the significance of Abram’s decision to go with Hagar, even despite God’s promise to him? How do the two women represent two attitudes of faith (Galatians 4:21-31)? When Abram doubted (Genesis 15:2), God unambiguously reassured him that He will have a son. Years later, Abram is still without a son. Even after God’s … Continue reading –>

Sabbath Afternoon Read for This Week’s Study: Genesis 15:1-19:29; Romans 4:3-4, Romans 4:9, Romans 4:22; Galatians 4:21-31; Romans 4:11; Romans 9:9; Amos 4:11. Memory Text: “But Abram said, ‘Lord GOD, what will You give me, seeing I go childless, and the heir of my house is Eliezer of Damascus?’” (Genesis 15:2, NKJV). With Genesis chapter 15, we come to the crucial moment when God … Continue reading –>