Today I read through Genesis chapters 16-18. They were familiar parts of the Bible so it took extra concentration to look at the passage with a fresh perspective rather than just skim through the parts that I already know so well. I focused in on a tiny little verse in Chapter 18. The Lord appeared to Abram and Sarah to let them know that Sarah would indeed bear a child. To her, this was absurd being that she was quite far along in years and she actually laughed at the notion. Get that, she LAUGHED at God! To make things … Continue Reading »»
Monthly Archives: January 2009
Today I read through Genesis chapters 13-15. Check out Genesis 13:17 from The Message:“So—on your feet, get moving! Walk through the country, its length and breadth; I’m giving it all to you.” God wanted Abram to explore the entire span of the land that He gave to Abram and his descendants. Abram was directed to check it all out, every inch of it. I got to thinking, have I checked out every inch of what God has blessed me with? So many times we ask God for more with out really appreciating what He has already abundantly provided for us. … Continue Reading »»
Today I read Genesis chapters 10 thru 12. There were alot of names to sift through, but were interesting to try to pronounce. Speaking of names, check out chapter 11. The people built a city with a tower to heaven all for the goal of making a name for themselves! Didn’t God just recently show HIS name and power by means of a flood? Surely the stories of the flood weren’t too far back from this crew in Babel… just a thought. What really stood out was chapter 12 and the call of Abram by God. “So Abram went, as … Continue Reading »»