Details within this story trouble me. The overpowering stench of evil permeates its words. But God. The phrase that makes all the difference in our evil world. God established such …

After the angel announced Isaac’s birth, they continued their journey to Sodom. At this time the author describes an interaction between the Lord and the angels. The Lord considered whether …

The sun is scorching and Abraham seeks relief in the door of his tent when the LORD appears to him. Abraham seeing three men, runs to meet them, and bows …

As we continue through Genesis 17, new facts emerge. God and Abraham are discussing the conditions of their relationship. God required he live a blameless life before Him and presented …

God gave His promises to Abram, and brought him to his new identity as Abraham. The covenant, however, had two sides. Abraham, though ninety-nine, had a part to play. “You …

Abram is now ninety-nine. He has one son named Ishmael. God is on the cusp of deeper relationship with Abram. In the first eight verses of Genesis 17, we contemplate …

In Genesis 16, Abram and Sarai have been ten years in Canaan. God promised an heir. Ten years in a culture where a barren woman is degraded was a long …

There are serious topics in Genesis 15. It creates a sense of awe in me. I feel I am encroaching on holy ground. God accepted Abram’s faith and declared him …

Abram returned home after his victorious battle, and his encounters with royalty. Knowing what fears haunted him, God communicated with him, through a vision. “I am your shield.” He said, …

(Genesis 14:16-24) Abram returned from battle with Lot, his people, and all their possessions. On the way he encountered two kings. These two encounters had not only earthly ramifications, but …