Read or Listen to Genesis Chapter 25 here.
The Next Generation begins.
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Discuss possible reasons for Abraham to keep Isaac’s family separate from the rest of his children.
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What to you think about Ishmael and Isaac both being present at Abraham’s burial?
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Compare Genesis 25:18 with Genesis 16:12. What does this tell us about God? Ishmael? Does this have any bearing on current world events?
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Genesis 25:19-26 describe the birth of Isaac’s sons, Esau and Jacob. How does their birth foreshadow their futures?
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Discuss Isaac’s intercession on Rebekah’s behalf in regard to having children. Is there a principle here regarding husband and wife relationships?
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Genesis 25:27-14 recount a major mistake in Esau’s life. Discuss the story. What do you think of Esau’s behavior? What about Jacob’s behavior?
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Compare this story with Hebrews 12:16-17. What was wrong with Esaus’ behavior? Why does the writer of Hebrews condemn Esau so strongly?
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Did anything stand out in your reading today that you could share with someone else?