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  Genesis 20:  The Old Nature  The incident recorded in this chapter regarding Abraham’s action is somewhat of a shock. Here is Abraham doing the same thing he did 30 years ago. We would have thought Abraham had reached a point of spiritual maturity that he would not commit such a sin as he had … Read more

  Genesis 22: Mount Moriah- An Unusual Christmas Story.  The word ‘moriah’ means  “ forseen of Jehovah” We are told in Revelation before the foundation of the earth, the Lamb was slain. This means man’s sin was foreseen by God. Therefore God built into the plan of creation- the plan of salvation. Consider the watchmaker … Read more

  Genesis 23-. The Death of Sarah  Genesis 23:1-4- Sarah lived to be a hundred and twenty-seven years old. She died at Hebron in the land of Canaan, and Abraham went to mourn for Sarah and to weep over her. Then Abraham rose from beside his dead wife and spoke to the Hittites. He said … Read more

Genesis 24: Here Comes the Bride This story of a bride for Isaac is rich in type and symbolism. It has three dimensions which we will explore. It is the longest chapter in Genesis- containing 67 verses. Part of the length is due to the repetition of the story by the servant to Rebekah and … Read more

  Genesis 25:  “ Faith is living without scheming.”   If you are not familiar with the story of Jacob and Esau- you will soon see why I entitled this lesson- Faith is living without scheming.  This chapter ends the life of one of the most famous men in the world- Abraham. Revered by Jews, … Read more

Genesis 17: What’s in a Name? “ Name it and claim it” – usually refers to a type of preaching or teaching that is associated with prosperity teaching and can be misleading if not an outright perversion of God’s word. However- there is only one name by which mean are saved- Jesus. As we study … Read more

Genesis 16:  The Hagar Incident Verses 1-2:  Sarah grows impatient waiting on the Lord. We can imagine Sarah questioning Abram about what the Lord said to him. Did the Lord say the child was to be born to me or did the Lord just say from your body?  No mention of me.  Do you see … Read more

Genesis 15. 15:1- “ After this( the events of Chapter 14) the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision : ‘ Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield and your very great reward.’ The word shield refers to Sovereign- implying that God Almighty has just told Abram I am your … Read more

 Genesis 6:  Noah and the Flood  When we come to the story of Noah, we once again find a character from the early chapters of Genesis who made it to the Hebrews Hall of Faith in Hebrews 11. In verse 5 we read that God saw how great the wickedness was on earth. We are … Read more

Genesis 48-50. How Do You View God?   “After they embalmed him (Joseph), he was placed in a coffin in Egypt.” Gen. 50:26. So ends the story of Genesis, with a coffin.  But the Apostle John wrote: “ He who does the will of God abides forever.” ( I John 2: 17)   John Wesley said, … Read more

Genesis 34: Dinah Defiled    In this chapter, you will not read or hear the name of God. His Name ended chapter 33- it starts chapter 35. But in this chapter there is no mention of His Name. We do not see Jacob or anyone calling upon the name of the Lord. How can any … Read more

Genesis 38: The Story of Judah and Tamar  (Additional scripture: I John 1: 5-2:1) Verse1 tells us “ at that time, Judah left his brothers and went down to stay with a man of Adullam named Hirah.   ‘At that time’ refers to the time after they had sold Joseph into slavery ( Judah’s idea) and … Read more

Genesis 43:  The Reunion that Grace Provides When we left Jacob and his sons at the end of chapter 42, Jacob insisted his son, Benjamin would not go down to Egypt for fear he would lose him also. But now as some time has passed and the famine continues, they must face the inevitable- they … Read more

Genesis 45-46:  A Father’s Day.   As we read about the reunion following Joseph’s revelation of his identity to his brothers, we saw a reconciliation  that was a picture of God’s grace and glory.  The brothers have been cleared or cleansed from their guilt. They have gained access to the throne and resources of  the … Read more

Genesis 31:  A New Beginning    In verses1-3:  we see that Jacob perceives the resentment and change in attitude of Laban’s sons and Laban himself toward Jacob. Word has come to Jacob that Laban’s sons were complaining and bitter over Jacob’s prosperity and that the wealth Jacob had gained- rightfully belonged to their father Laban. … Read more

Genesis 28:  Jacob’s Journey Isaac seems to have been shocked out of his carnal lethargy and now realizes what was almost a huge mistake in blessing Esau rather than Jacob. So now in the clear light of God’s will, he will bless Jacob again with the convenant blessing.  Notice the name of God Isaac uses- … Read more

  Genesis 25:  “ Faith is living without scheming.”   If you are not familiar with the story of Jacob and Esau- you will soon see why I entitled this lesson- Faith is living without scheming.  This chapter ends the life of one of the most famous men in the world- Abraham. Revered by Jews, … Read more

Genesis 1 The word Genesis means ‘ beginning’; which is a very apt word for the title of this book. It is not only the first book- it is a book of firsts.  The creation account is given by God Himself to Moses.  It contains details and information that Moses could not have possibly known- … Read more

Genesis 12- The Story of Abraham The descendants of Shem are noted beginning in Genesis 11:11 and we take note as God would have us take note with the birth of a man named Terah. We see the mention of three sons born to Terah- Abram, Nahor & Haran.  Abram’s two brothers’ children and grandchildren … Read more

Genesis 22: Mount Moriah- An Unusual Christmas Story The word ‘moriah’ means  “ forseen of Jehovah” We are told in Revelation before the foundation of the earth, the Lamb was slain. This means man’s sin was foreseen by God. Therefore God built into the plan of creation- the plan of salvation. Consider the watchmaker who … Read more

Genesis 18 “ Is anything too hard for the Lord?” The story of the Good Samaritan. ( Luke 10) This is a remarkable story about our Remarkable God. It tells of a visit by the Lord soon after the covenant has been confirmed, the circumcisions have taken place and Abraham has God’s sure word that … Read more

Abraham’s Prayer- Genesis 18 In today’s lesson we see another benefit that occurs when we honor God and delight in His Presence. Remember- this visit of the Lord and the two angels was a test of Abraham’s heart. To see if Abraham would feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty and take a stranger … Read more