"Abraham stretched forth his hand, ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH COVENANT Give people youre in disagreement with a graceful way out. 2. Genesis 20:17 Genesis 26:28 College Press Bible Study Textbook Series, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible, George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary, Introductory Lectures - Commentary by William Kelly, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures, Leslie M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible, Matthew Poole's Concise Commentary On The Bible, Notes on the Pentateuch by Charles Henry Mackintosh, Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments, The Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary, Through The Bible C2000 Serie by Chuck Smith. The angel relieves and comforts her. Only before concluding the agreement there was a matter of a more personal character that required settlement. all that thou doest: He complains to Abimelek about a well of water that Abimeleks servants had seized. Beersheba. Abimelek continued, I have treated you well all this time that youve resided here in my kingdom as a foreigner. A son was ABIMELECHS COVENANT WITH ABRAHAM. Its about relationships with people. So instead of fighting Abimelek or insisting on Abimelek giving back control of the well, Abraham provides a graceful way out. And Abraham set seven ewe lambs of the flock by themselves (designing by another covenant to secure himself against future invasion of Isis rights). ), his knowledge of Isaac's birth, and his general observation of the patriarch's prosperity. Gen. 21:22-34 Locate the passage This passage chronicles a covenant between Abraham and Abimelech. The prudent measure Abraham gave Abimelech seven ewe lambs as a witness that he had digged the well, and consequently had a right to its possession. transactions recorded in the preceding chapter, or to the time of The Lords whole thing boils down to that. Now therefore swear to me here by God that you will not de Genesis 21 The public ceremonial. you do. Weaned] in his second or third year, as is usual among Orientals. GODS ANCIENT PEOPLE He made a traffic stop that went something like this: Listen, I know my rights. Sarah as he had spoken." 15 Hagar in distresse. has Wheres the justice? You might be thinking. We have here an account of the treaty between Abimelech and Abraham, in which appears the accomplishment of that promise (Gen. 12:2) that God would make his name great. Wherefore he called that place Beersheba. The Covenant Between Abraham and Abimelech NINTH SECTION Ver. The story of how Billy Graham extended Christs extraordinary love and grace toward a man who misrepresented Jesus to millions. Probably from JE. God used the only Scripture this retarded young man knew to give eternal life to this sophisticated businessman (told by Martin & Deidre Bobgan, Competent to Minister [EastGate], pp. not; for God hath heard the voice of the lad where he is. The outcast. He wasnt traveling all over the globe. Weaned] in his second or third year, as is usual among Orientals. GODS ANCIENT PEOPLE Read Genesis 21:22-34 Ripped Off Abimelek the king of Gerar and his top general Phicol approach Abraham and say to him, We recognize that God is with you in everything you do. I. Isaac is weaned. Finally he blurted out, Well, thats all it will hold anyway. 34 Each of the following people made several hugesacrifices to achieve world change, and obey their conscience. He felt favourite of God, chap. God's promises never fail. So Abimelek took Sarah into his harem. Phichol.] 23 Now therefore, swear[ a] to me by God that you will not deal falsely with me, with my offspring, or with my posterity; but that according to the kindness that I have done to you, you will do Its our job to love God and to love people. In like manner Phichol, mouth of all, seems to have been the official designation of the prime minister, and commander-in-chief. Truthfully, I have nothing to offer but a little prayer.. Genesis 21:22. When we lived in California and would take our young children to the beach, there wasnt a second while they were playing in the waves that they were not under our watchful gaze. 14. . But other than that, Abrahams life was fairly routine. The proposal was reasonable, and agreed to [Ge 21:24]. Abimelech attributes Abrahams success to God. We dont know how much Abimelech knew about the one true God, but he at least knew enough to see clearly that God made a difference in Abrahams life. Abraham instituted two memorials of the important transactions, naming the well Beersheba, and planting a tamarisk beside his tent. How to survive a life of loving like Jesus (or how not to become a Christian doormat). Ishmael made fun of the covenant family, as Sarah had feared. (Haydock)_ And God heard the voice of the lad; and the angel of God called to Abimelech. We wont know Gods purpose until were in heaven. Verse Genesis 21:22. captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God [is] with thee in _ 1. The prince rather complains that Abraham had done him an injustice. Here we have accomplished promise the blessed Abimelech was impressed with Abraham's growing prosperity. V2 So Sarah became *pregnant. 3. 1 The LORD visited Sarah as he had said, and the LORD did to Sarah as he had promised. God is In that desert land, a well was essential for survival, both for a mans flocks and for his family. Which things are an allegory.- Galatians 4:22. Genesis 21:22 This new cop couldnt believe it. (22) Abimelech and Phichol.Abimelech, that is Father-King, was the title not only of the king of Gerar, but of the kings of the Philistines generally (Genesis 26:1; 1Samuel 21:10, marg. that Abimelech, and Phichol, the chief captain of his host, spake unto Abraham; Abimelech was king of Gerar, the same that is spoken of in the preceding chapter, and Phichol was the general of his army; these two great personages came together and paid Abraham a visit, and had some conversation with him, who was still in Gerar, or however in some part of that country not far from it: saying, God is with thee in all that thou doest; greatly prospered him in the things of the world, for of them only could they make a judgment; they saw that he increased in worldly substance, and that his family was increased, and that he succeeded in everything in which he engaged; and, being jealous of his growing greatness and power, were desirous of securing an interest in him and in his favour. So he changed his plans and flew home to L.A. Two days later, he heard on the news that a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles had crashed, killing everyone on board. 2. Abimelek the king of Gerar and his top general Phicol approach Abraham and say to him, We recognize that God is with you in everything you do. He walked in daily communion with God. No doubt, the king remembered their previous encounter when Abraham dealt falsely with him. He checked his badge, it was on right side up. Around the mouth of the well is a circular course of masonry, topped by a circular parapet of about a foot high; and at a distance of ten or twelve feet are stone troughs placed in a concentric circle with the well, the sides of which have deep indentions made by the wear of ropes on the upper edges The second well, about 200 yards farther south, is not more than five feet in diameter, but is formed of equally good masonry, and furnishes equally good water". Genesis 21:22-34 What is the meaning of these seven ewe lambs you have set apart by themselves? The world is watching, and without a word of witness, they should be able to tell that we are Christians as they see our godly lives. The trouble is, people can see that it isnt true. One of the most comforting doctrines of Scripture is the truth that God providentially protects His children. Fort Worth, Texas. Phichol.] Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said ( Genesis 21:1 ), I like this. II. How Jesus guarded his heart by taking care of himselfhe even nappedand why you should do the same. had promised to her. 4 He is circumcised. _Isaac;_ that is, laughter or holy joy. the three main sources, J. E, P are present. And Abraham took sheep and oxen, and gave them unto Abimelech As the usual covenant presents (cf. _The birth of Isaac. The driver of the vehicle wasnt given a graceful way out. read more, John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary. The tree sealed the site of the oath. 2. _mlel_ speak, an ancient and therefore solemn Neither didst thou toll me, neither yet heard I of it, but today. Abimelech's treaty with Abraham 21:22-34. trial and utter ruin of the creature, with the revelation of divine He put a loaf of bread on the other side of the scale, and to his surprise, nothing happened. _The Covenant with Abimelech_ (Genesis 21:22-34) Abimelechs proposal includes his offspring, but does not specifically include any offspring of Abraham. And yet he was used in Gods great purpose of blessing the nations through Abrahams seed, the Lord Jesus Christ. Gunkel has given strong Abimelech, the king who had inadvertently taken Sarah into his harem because Abraham had lied about her being his sister, pays a visit to Abraham, acknowledges that God is with him, and proposes a peace pact. Copyright 1996, Steven J. Cole, All Rights Reserved. Though he was surrounded by pagans who had no scruples about murdering and plundering a wealthy mans belongings, Abraham could live securely because of Gods faithful protection, apart from any schemes on Abrahams part. Now, without Abrahams initiative or schemes, Abimelech comes and proposes this peace agreement, so that Abraham receives from God what he previously had tried to get through his deceptive scheme. Abimelech's covenant with Abraham at Beersheba. This Thirsty World. The mistaken charge. _chemet_ bottle, akin to _chamah_, 21:22 Abimelech recognized the blessing of the Lord on Abraham. CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY The inducement to it was God's favour to Abraham (Gen. 21:22): ?God is with thee in all that thou doest, read more, Observe, 1. Abraham called on the name of the everlasting God. Peace commemorated. I heard a story about a new police officer who, on his first day on the job, caught someone speeding. 1886. could sing with Mary, My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spi God is with thee in all that thou doest 3. 4. He rained down fire and brimstone to destroy wicked Sodom. He felt captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God is with thee in 4 And Abraham circumcised his son Isaac when he was eight days old, as (Murphy)that Abimelechthe king of Gerar (Genesis 20:2; Genesis 26:1, Genesis 26:16)and Phi-cholif the name be Shemitic, "mouth of all," i.e. Sarah's joy. Bondwoman and her son cast out. Sarah who at an earlier point had That world could tell that God was with him in all he did! It also signified a tranquil, settled life, under Gods providential care. I like this. Sarah's demand GENESIS 12:1 TO GENESIS 25:18. Show to me and the country where you now reside as a foreigner the same kindness I have shown to you., Then Abraham complained to Abimelek about a well of water that Abimeleks servants had seized. Im not suggesting that you go on sinning and tell everyone that youre a Christian. laughed with the laughter of incredulity, now laughed with the _Abimelech, king of Gerara, who knew that Abraham was a prophet, and a Abimelek responds, This is the first Ive heard of it. had once laughed through unbelief; now being ashamed of that, she The significance of the presence of Phichol at the ceremony indicates Abimelechs promise not to pursue military action against Abraham. Abimelech and Phichol. As the years passed, he often wondered if it was just a coincidence. CHARACTERS: Sarah, Abraham, Isaac, Hagar, Ishmael, Abimelech. Abimelech, however, was still wary of Abraham and fearful of the God whom Abraham worshipped. _GOD IS WITH - The Birth of Isaac They watch our attitudes, our words, and our actions. 21 While he was living in the Desert of Paran, his mother got a wife for him from Egypt. Separate from the sheep and oxen he gave to Abimelech, and from those that were used in making the covenant. This is the term used in Ex. Youll be happier, people will be more cooperative toward you, and youll have healthier relationships. What for you is the most threatening aspect about telling someone about Christ. But what about Abraham? Verses 1-34. 21:23 Abimelech proposes a treaty not to deal falsely. Abraham called on the name of the Lord. I. After the treaty had been made at Beersheba, Abimelek and Phicol the commander of his forces returned to the land of the Philistines. Genesis 20:2 Genesis 26:26 God. Probably an official title. laughed with the laughter of incredulity, now laughed with the _Abimelech, king of Gerara, who knew that Abraham was a prophet, and a Q. The question extends beyond how does God fit in with our ordinary schedules to, How does God fit in with ordinary people? After all, in the history of the church, not many of Gods people have been able to speak to packed stadiums around the world, like Billy Graham. Sarah as he had spoken." There is no reason to question the sincerity of the Philistine monarch in disclaiming all knowledge of the act of robbery committed by his servants. God's care for those beyond the covenant. 23 Now therefore swear to me here by God that you will not deal falsely with me or with my descendants or with my posterity, but as I have dealt kindly with you, so you will deal with me and with the . Here is old Abraham just planting a tree and living by his well. Genre The passage is narrative. 14. Name signifies mouth of all, _i.e.,_ II. Abraham uses the occasion to complain to Abimelech about a well which his men have taken from Abrahams servants. THE PROMISE FULFILLED IN ISAAC 22 And it came to pass at that time that Abimelech and Phichol, the commander of his army, spoke to Abraham, saying, "God is with you in all that you do. 9 Hagar & Ishmael are cast forth. 15. God burned the words into his heart and gave him the faith to believe. with his wi AND IT CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME,. Not when Ishmael was grown up V1 The *Lord had promised that he would visit Sarah. His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. In the immediately preceding verses, God has provided Isaac and dismissed Ishmael, so that Abraham would learn that Gods promises do not depend on human schemes and effort for their fulfillment. That leads me to ask, Does the world see God in your everyday life?. Youve never said anything to me about this before and I dont know who might have done it. As already Mature, Aner, and Eshcol had formed a league with the patriarch (vide Genesis 14:13). Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. Do we work hard or slack off? How to respond to critics the way Jesus did. Asking their forgiveness is often the first step in that process. The new name of God bore witness to Gods unchanging faithfulness and to the fact that Abrahams faith was not in Abimelech nor in the treaty between them, but in the eternal God who was his dwelling place. Numbers 14:13). His flight from New York was first delayed and then cancelled, so that he would have missed his meetings. It records the conversation between Abraham and Abimelech and their mutual promise of kindness to each other. Love Like Jesusexamines a variety of stories, examples, and research, including: With genuine unfiltered honesty,Love Like Jesus, shows you how to live a life according to Gods definition of success: A life of loving God well, and loving the people around you well too. The name of the Lord itself an invitation to believe and live. the title not only of the king of Gerar, but of the kings of the You know what Ive learned? COVENANT BETWEEN The days spent in Philistia left behind them some enlightenment. His file is sealed until 2040) have receivedregular medical exams, taken psychological tests, returned questionnaires, and sat for interviews for the last 72 years or until they died. the three main sources, J. E, P are present. The Atlantic, June 2009. Genesis 21:1; Genesis 22:1 Because Abimelech wanted this covenant to apply, not only to himself, but to his posterity (21:23), it secured this source of water not only for Abraham, but for his descendants. Arab Ishmael is the father of all our outcasts. 3. As you think about Abrahams life, you realize that he was a fairly ordinary man, except that he was a man of extraordinary faith and obedience to God. He did what he Well see how much this is worth, he muttered. EXPOSITION. The impelling motives. Abraham at The herdsmen of the king had appropriated Abraham's well. Arise We have had hitherto God's account of that which He had made; then the The greatest possible injury of a material kind that could be done to a nomads chief was the all faction of his water supplies. So the treaty is solidified. Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible - The Birth of Isaac 7. In gratitude for former favours he had received from him, in token of the friendship that subsisted between them, and for the confirmation of it; and to show that he was fully satisfied with Abimelech's answer to his complaint, as well as willing to enter into covenant by sacrifice, when such creatures were divided, and the covenanters passed between the pieces, for so it follows: and both of them made a covenant ; or, read more, And Abraham set seven ewe lambs of the flock by themselves. In the story of Hagar and Ishmael, we notice: They formalize the peace agreement, Abimelech leaves, Abraham plants a commemorative tree, worships the Lord, and life goes on. ALL CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY IS ALSO CONSCIOUSLY IDENTIFIED WITH Wells of water are scarce and valuable in eastern countries. But the problem is, most of us dont live in the realm of the spectacular. COVENANT BETWEEN 6 Sarahs ioy. Abimelech could sense that in spite of Abrahams previous failure in the incident with Sarah, he was a man who walked with God. _The Covenant with Abimelech_ (Genesis 21:22-34) The most comprehensive longitudinal study in history is a research project called the Grant Study. CONTENTS: Birth of Isaac. How can we turn everyday situations into opportunities for telling others about Christ? One way Abimelech knew that Abraham walked with God is that Abraham had prayed that God would heal Abimelech and his family, and God answered that prayer (20:17-18). You dont need a theological education to bear witness by your walk with God. Are we cheerful and pleasant, even when were mistreated, or do we grumble and complain like everyone else? On the flight that crashed was a godly pastor from Southern California. Abraham. ISHMAEL AND ISAAC Genesis 21:1-34 ; Genesis 22:1-24 Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman. The alliance was contracted. all-commanding. 22. Most days, he got up, made sure his animals were being cared for, dealt with problems like sick or straying animals, servants who had squabbles, and finding enough water and food for his flocks and family. Ishmaels expulsion. Genesis 21:22-34 In-Context. ISAAC IN GERAR A famine occurs in the land, just as it had in the days of Abraham (ch.12:10). 21 He lived in the wilderness of Paran, and his mother took a wife for him from the land of Egypt. See also Genesis 21:22-34 in other biblical comments: Adam Clarke Bible Commentary. And Abraham plantedas a sign of his peaceful occupation of the soil (Calvin); as a memorial of the transaction about the well ('Speaker's Commentary'); or simply as a shade for his tent (Rosenmller); scarcely as an oratory (Bush, Kalisch)a grovethe wood, plantation (Targum, Vulgate, Samaritan, Kimchi); a field, (LXX. This passage chronicles a covenant between Abraham and Abimelech. And Abraham sojourned in the Philistines' land many days. Genesis 21:1; Genesis 22:1 The point is, as God faithfully provides protection and for our daily needs, and as we walk with Him and give Him the credit for His care for us, as Abraham did, He uses us in the ordinary matters of life to bear witness to a world that desperately needs to turn to Him.

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