Monday, February 25, 2013

Journal Through the Bible: Week 8 Monday

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Genesis 22:1-23:20 

In this passage Abraham endures two hard tests. First, he is commanded to offer his son, Isaac, as a sacrifice and second he must grieve the death of his wife, Sarah, and obtain a proper burial place for her.

Does God make any promises in this passage?
22:16-18 - God promised many blessings upon Abraham including greatly multiplying his descendants, even to the point of domination over their enemies. He also promised that there would be a certain descendant that would bless all nations.

Is there any reference to Jesus?

  • 22:8 - When Abraham tells Isaac that God will provide himself a lamb for the burnt offering he is speaking of the Lamb of God, Jesus.
  • 22:18 - Jesus is the "seed" of Abraham that is the blessing to all nations of the world.


Is there any reference to End Time events or eternity?

  • None that I found


Does God issue any commands in this passage?

  • 22:2 - God tells Abraham to take Isaac to Moriah and offer him as a burnt sacrifice.

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