The servant tells Rebekah’s family EVERYTHING that happened up to that point (vs.34–49). The bible shows how mankind has a nature in which we are very competitive creatures, incredibly dynamic and unpredictable, and, considering certain situations, willing to rise against our own blood to gain something or merely prove a point. Then the LORD God made a woman from the rib he had taken out of the man, and he brought her to the man. It appears as an editorial comment made as the writer reflected upon the account of the creation of Eve.2 But the verse is no mere footnote; in a sense, it is the apex of the story of the creation of human beings. Be open with the right people. The servant explained: I am Abraham's servant. They are people who are about to become your life-long family if all goes well. While these are important truths, they are not the most important thing that Genesis 1 teaches. Instead of clinging to his mother, he chooses to love his wife instead and allows her to comfort him. It was late afternoon, the time when the women came out for water. Be honest with them from the start and reveal everything, so they know exactly what they are getting into. From a more important and eternal point of view, it speaks to the importance of free will. Genesis 24-26 Selected Lectio Reading: Gen 25:19-23 Meditatio/Reflection: There are a couple of thoughts which spring to mind as I try to place myself in this passage. When he got there, he let the camels rest near the well outside the city. My hope is that these reflections will encourage other believers to study the Bible with confidence that it is well within the capacity of lay believers to comprehend. A good wife or the sign of a good wife is demonstrated through character, a woman willing to go the extra mile. The book of Genesis begins with two different but complementary stories of God’s creation of the world. This is the same approach men must take, and they must be prepared for whatever outcome (including rejection), just like Abraham’s servant. CHAPTER 24. Although Rebekah told her mother’s household, men were not isolated from the process either as evidenced in the role played by her brother Laban (vs. 29-31). God is indeed creating a Family modeled after His own characteristics, but not all Godlike characteristics are found in one sex or gender, any more than they are found in one race. Scripture: Genesis 24 Reflection: As we start into another week we once more return to God's earliest dealings with humanity and look at the working out of His Covenant with Abraham. Then the LORD God made a woman from the rib he had taken out of the man, and he brought her to the man. Is It Shameful For A Woman To Speak In Church? January 6, 2018 January 6, 2018 Rebekah Freed. Rebekah could have done just as the servant had prayed for but her identity could have turned out to be something else, maybe a foreigner who lived in Abraham’s homeland, hence the servant asked in vs. 23 – whose daughter are you?. In this chapter, we see the promises Abraham made his servant make concerning getting a wife for Isaac. This order should be followed in Christian marriages as it properly reflects the will of God the father for Christ and the Church. In the end, it came down to the consent of Rebekah (vs.57). So Laban ran out to Abraham's servant, who was standing by his camels at the well. Honesty before potential/future in-laws is very important. Then Laban said, "The LORD has brought you safely here. Then she quickly took the jar from her shoulder and held it while he drank. Light was good, separation of land and water was good, vegetation was good, separation of night and day was good, creatures of sea and sky were good, and, as a culmination, land animals, especially humans. in the name of the LORD, who rules heaven and earth, that you won't choose a wife for my son Isaac from the people here in the land of Canaan. 1 And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the Lord had blessed Abraham in all things. Genesis 24 WEEK 11 Genesis 24 . After that, they brought in food. Before the servant had finished praying… in his heart (vs.15, 45), Rebekah came his way! The first is that of many friends, family members, etc. She becomes of higher priority – this is God’s order. Genesis 9:24. I would call this chapter, “Promises, Prayers, and Providence” if I were to title it. Reflections is based on my personal devotional journals from a daily practice of reading through the Bible chapter by chapter. by rjrodda Follow. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Abraham’s servant put the mission first (vs.33). Will you treat him fairly, or do I have to look for another young woman? Abraham is a type of the Father, Isaac of the Son, and the servant of the Holy Spirit. Abraham swears him to it, both for his own satisfaction, and for the engagement of his servant to all possible care and diligence. The Danger of The Ruth & Boaz Narrative In Defining Christian Relationships. . It is again interesting that they thought to seek her view on the matter. Shall I disobey God? Sarah, my master's wife, didn't have any children until she was very old. She quickly poured out water for them, and she kept going back for more, until his camels had drunk all they wanted. 1. Isaac & Rebekah: Reflections On Genesis 24. Genesis 18-22, 24 (Reflection) When I read this portion of the Bible, stream of thoughts were flowing in my head. She had nobody on her mind, she was not lusting after anyone. ", I asked my master, "What if the young woman refuses to come with me?". The man said, “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for she was taken out of man.” That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh. The story so far has revealed a divine process: The Father sends out His Holy Spirit to look for a worthy bride for His son. She will not be forced into a relationship with him to serve a “divine purpose”. Once God has made us a promise, He will surely keep it. There is no need to worry about not being able to find a spouse amongst your own people, instead just trust God and obey. It was the city of Nahor in this sense. As the servant’s story clearly revealed a divine will, so also in this day and age, the backstory will often reveal any red-flags that determine whether there is a divine will for the marriage or not. . As you grow in knowledge and understanding, may you be empowered to share your convictions with others. Kérastase GENESIS DEFENSE bei flaconi Versand in 1-2 Tagen, kostenlos ab 19€ Große Auswahl 2 Gratisproben | Jetzt Kérastase GENESIS DEFENSE online bestellen! If she gives me a drink and offers to get some water for my camels, I'll know she is the one you have chosen.". | The Gossip 4 Jesus Initiative. Since it is a single verse, it should not be expected to be an exhaustive treatment of the subject of marriage, yet as the apex of the story, it should tell us some essential things about that institution. Abraham swears him to it, both for his own satisfaction, and for the engagement of his servant to all possible care and diligence. Once we change our names as we wed our husband Jesus, it serves as the ultimate recognition that we now belong to one another. Abraham answered. Laban and Bethuel answered, "The LORD has done this. Then he gave clothing, as well as silver and gold jewelry, to Rebekah. On the other hand, sometimes the lack of consent from either family can be a sign that the match is not of God. Not only were Adam and Eve and their progeny separated from God and removed from dwelling with Him in the Garden of Eden, they were also separated from the source of life, the Tree of Life! Genesis 24 constitutes an expansive narrative regarding the quest of finding a wife for Isaac. Genesis 24. ", They answered, "Let's ask Rebekah what she wants to do.". If the woman refuses to come along, you don't have to keep this promise. So they agreed to let Rebekah and an old family servant woman leave immediately with Abraham's servant and his men. Genesis 2:24. Abraham’s immediate response: NO! Now please tell me if you are willing to do the right thing for my master. Bone of my Bone, a Reflection on Genesis 2:18-24 In the chapter 1 version of creation, every day God looks at that day's work and pronounces it good. Light was good, separation of land and water was good, vegetation was good, separation of night and day was good, creatures of sea and sky were good, and, as a culmination, land animals, especially humans. Servanthood. There is no need for disobedience. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window), Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window). Some have seen in Genesis 24 a type of the Trinity. He “drove them out,” implying a punishing anger. Then she had a son, and my master has given him everything. | The Gossip 4 Jesus Initiative. 24 And God said, “Let the land produce living creatures according to their kinds: the livestock, the creatures that move along the ground, and the wild animals, each according to its kind.” And it was so. Doing that is saying we want to become one flesh and one mind with them – which is absurd because they do not have the mind of Christ. Genesis 2:24. Abraham's servant went home with Laban, where Laban's servants unloaded his camels and gave them straw and feed. Then I'll get water for your camels." On the other hand, if you are already very familiar with the story of Isaac and Rebekah, feel free to jump straight in! Gen 24,24: Sie antwortete ihm: Ich bin die Tochter Betuëls, des Sohnes der Milka und des Nahor. "Yes," she answered. Remember Christ and the Church. Always check ALL the facts! … The sabbath and marriage were two ordinances instituted in innocence, the former for the preservation of the church, the latter for the preservation of mankind. "Christian" appears only 3 times in The Bible! Rebekah did exactly as the servant prayed for and he watched her closely (vs.17-21). The servant had brought along an expensive gold ring and two large gold bracelets. # well…: Heb. Or, the second account of creation. Love cannot be forced/forceful. Her heart was unpolluted and uncorrupted, it had not been “slept with”, she bore no soul-ties to any past lovers. #MeditationMonday‬ – Out of the abundance of a man’s heart, his mouth speaks. You have led me to his relatives and kept your promise to him.". The servant is bound by an oath to do his utmost to get a wife for Isaac among his relations, Genesis 24:3,4. It’s a new method of bible study we’re trying out, which is very different to the usual writing style on our blog. Upon hearing this, the servant does not compromise. Canaan is thought by many to be chiefly intended. God repeatedly … Continue reading "Commentary on Genesis 2:18-24" Even before I had finished praying, Rebekah came by with a water jar on her shoulder. Eating and drinking do not come before the mission. He has given him many sheep, goats, cattle, camels, and donkeys, as well as a lot of silver and gold, and many slaves. Tuesday, August 16, 2011. Now Isaac took Rebekah into His mother’s tent (vs. 67). They called her and asked, "Are you willing to leave with this man right now?" The servant prayed: You, LORD, are the God my master Abraham worships. Genesis chapter 24 This is another chapter all about trusting God, because here Abraham does not want his son, Isaac, to marry a local Canaanite woman, but instead would rather she marry one of his family. Canaan is thought by many to be chiefly intended. But if they refuse to let her come back with you, then you are freed from your promise. The servant told Isaac everything that had happened. The Danger of The Ruth & Boaz Narrative In Defining Christian Relationships. Gen 4,24: Wird Kain siebenfach gerächt, / dann Lamech siebenundsiebzigfach.. Or, the second account of creation. ( Log Out /  Reflection #1: The God of Creation. Abraham is also quite elderly, and is concerned that his son, Isaac, has not yet found a wife (24:1-9). She must be a church in tune with the values and needs of her Husband. Like Rebekah, the Church as a bride cannot be forced into a relationship with the Son. He loved her and was comforted over the loss of his mother. So the servant gave Abraham his word that he would do everything he had been told to do. When you go back there, the LORD will send his angel ahead of you to help you find a wife for my son. Enjoy! In the providence of God a wife for Isaac had already been provided long before the need had arisen. ( Log Out /  I solemnly promised my master that I would do what he said. There is always a male in every Christian woman’s life that is responsible for them, no matter how distant and even if it is not a family member but someone in the church who is like a spiritual father. So he started toward them. ", But the servant asked, "What if the young woman I choose refuses to leave home and come here with me? while I am here at the well. Men, let the Holy Spirit lead you to a worthy woman to serve as your wife and help-meet. There's no need for you to keep on standing outside. Now all families may not see it the same, some may disagree due to personal preferences or cultural/tribal misgivings but eventually, they will have to make way where the match is truly by God’s hand. Come home with me. And his concubine, whose name was Reumah, also bore Tebah and Gaham and Tahash and Maacah ( Genesis 22:20-24; emphasis added). While this sounds like a genuine concern, it is against the will of God and as such there would be no reason to agree to this compromise. Change ). This was a heavy task for a girl with only one jar and so many camels that drink a lot of water! Abraham's servant and the men with him ate and drank, then spent the night there. Two Creation Stories and Two Portrayals of God In Genesis 1, God is portrayed as speaking from afar, bringing order out of chaos in a well planned and carefully structured progression of six days of creation. Always pray that God will show you kindness and make you successful. Sin was introduced and destroyed man's relationship with God, so God drove man out of the Garden. The brand was recognized with four awards within the Interface, Retail and Spatial Communication Design sub-categories. 24 Abraham was now very old, and the Lord had blessed him in every way. ( Log Out /  Genesis chapter 24 This is another chapter all about trusting God, because here Abraham does not want his son, Isaac, to marry a local Canaanite woman, but instead would rather she marry one of his family. Isaac & Rebekah: Reflections On Genesis 24. gossip4jesus / May 15, 2017 #MeditationMonday‬ – Out of the abundance of a man’s heart, his mouth speaks. We hammer that a woman leaves her old family and enforce this by changing her last name, but what about the men? They said, “let her remain with us for 10 days or so” (vs. 55). One day, Abraham called in his most trusted servant and said to him, "Solemnly promise me. Genesis announced earning four 2020 Red Dot Awards. I asked her who her father was, and she answered, "My father is Bethuel the son of Nahor and Milcah." Just like the 5 wise virgins who went the extra mile in their preparation for the bridegroom by preparing extra oil, Rebekah went the extra mile by not only giving the servant water but also by feeding the camels also (vs. 17-20). Here are a few questions we might want to consider in class: In v10, Jacob is leaving Beer-sheba for Haran - that is, in a way, "undoing" what his grandfather Abraham did. Reflection For Genesis In The Beginning. She was Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel, the son of Abraham's brother Nahor and his wife Milcah. After the servant tells them everything, he asks whether they will accept or not – “so I may know which way to turn”. Now it is imperative to discern between the two situations. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Genesis 24. In the morning, Rebekah’s family tried to do something funny. 1. 1. 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