Bible Bits: January 8th

Bible Reading: Genesis 25:1-4; 1 Chronicles 1:32-33; Genesis 25:5-6; Genesis 25:12-18; 1 Chronicles 1:28-31,34; Genesis 25:19-26, 7-11

Profile of a true servant (Eliezer) from Genesis 24:

• Accepted the challenge (3,9)
• Examined the alternatives(8)
• Promised to follow instructions (9)
• Made a plan (12-14)
• Submitted the plan to God (12-14)
• Prayed for guidance. (12-14)
• Devised a strategy with room for God to operate (12-14)
• Waited (21)
• Watched closely (21)
• Accepted the answer thankfully (26)
• Explained the situation to concerned parties (34-49)
• Refused unnecessary delay (56)
• Followed through with the entire plan (60)

Ishmael and his decendents were always at odds/hated Isaac's family. (Genesis 25:17)

 

 

Jesus Calling Gems:

"Whenever you feel inadequate, remember that I am your ever-present Help. Hope in Me, and you will be protected from depression and self-pity. Cling to home, and My rays of Light will reach you through the darkness."