In
Genesis 24, we see the progress of the promise given to Abraham. From
generation to generation, God is fulfilling His purpose. Once Rebekkah
had agreed to marry Isaac, she received this blessing: “Our sister, may
you increase to thousands upon thousands; may your offspring
possess the cities of their enemies” (Genesis 24:60). This
is clearly referring to the long-term fulfilment of God’s promise to
Abraham. It was fitting that God’s purpose should be carried forward
through Isaac. He was a godly man – “He went out to the field one
evening to meditate” (Genesis 24:63). If we want to live a godly life, we must learn to spend time with God.
Following on from the love story of Isaac and Rebekkah, we find Jesus, in Matthew 9:15,
speaking of Himself as “the bridegroom” who has come to find a
bride for Himself. From a story of human love to the Story of “love
divine, all loves excelling, joy of heaven to earth come down”, we turn
our hearts to worship – “Lord, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in
all the earth!” (Psalm 8:9).
One Year Bible - Day 11: Genesis 24:1-67; Matthew 9:14-38; Psalm 8:1-9
One Year Bible - Day 11: Genesis 24:1-67; Matthew 9:14-38; Psalm 8:1-9
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