Read or Listen to Genesis Chapter 22 here.
Abraham’s Final Exam!
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Why did God put Abraham through this? What questions could Abraham have considered while going through this ordeal?
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Discuss Abraham’s reaction to God’s command. How is it different from Abraham’s mistakes? (Egypt, Hagar, Abimelech)
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Discuss Isaac’s response to this series of events? What strikes you from Isaac’s behavior?
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Why did God spare Isaac? Why did God provide an alternative sacrifice? Why not just skip it altogether?
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Discuss the name of God that Abraham identifies. How might this particular name of God comfort you in your journey?
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How is God reaffirmation of His promises to Abraham different from God’s earlier declarations?
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Did anything stand out in your reading today that you could share with someone else?