365 Key Chapters of the Bible: Genesis 37
The story of Joseph, punctuated by the jealousy and conspiracy of his brothers, exemplifies God’s sovereignty over human circumstances.
The story of Joseph, punctuated by the jealousy and conspiracy of his brothers, exemplifies God’s sovereignty over human circumstances.
Jacob’s ladder dream, the focus of Genesis 28, beautifully illustrates the difference between Christianity and all other religions of the world.
What role did God play in the creation of economics, and what was His original intent? To answer these questions, we have to go back to the very beginning.
Jacob’s deception to gain blessing, and its consequences, is at the center of Genesis 27.
To be true to God’s Word, is it necessary to believe that the Genesis account of creation refers to six literal 24-hour periods?
The Lord continues to fulfill His promises to Abraham by preparing a bride for the promised son, Isaac, in this chapter.
Over the years of walking with the Lord, Abraham learned to trust God’s voice and obey it; this chapter records the supreme test to his faith.
Genesis 21 describes the birth of Isaac, Abraham’s growing faith, and the tension that develops between Sarah and Hagar (symbolizing the clash between law and grace).
Three men, including an angel of the Lord (a manifestation of the preincarnate Christ), delivers the news to Abraham and Sarah that they will soon have a son, Isaac, who is the son of the covenant promise God made earlier to Abraham.
In this key chapter in Genesis, God declares Abram/Abraham justified because of his faith in him, not because of any good works he did. We too are declared righteous on the same basis, by grace through faith in Christ.
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